Urban Wren serves meals to families at Ronald McDonald House Charities® of the Carolinas
November 20, 2020
Urban Wren Winery, a restaurant and winery concept located in Markley Station, recently partnered with the Ronald McDonald House Charities ® (RMHC) of the Carolinas in Greenville to serve meals…
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Christmas in Clinton to Include New Light Show – O’ Lighted Night by Multi-Emmy Award Winning Lighting Designer
November 19, 2020
Christmas in Clinton is always something special and this year is no exception. Approved last year and purchased with funds from a grant, the City of Clinton will host “O’…
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Hartness announces Village Kitchen Restaurant
November 16, 2020
Hartness, a new urban village founded by the Hartness family and located on Greenville’s Eastside on the family’s estate, is delighted to announce Village Kitchen restaurant. Located within the Hartness…
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The Cliffs appoints James Scott as General Manager of The Cliffs at Keowee Springs
November 5, 2020
The Cliffs is pleased to announce that James Scott has joined its team as general manager of The Cliffs at Keowee Springs. Scott will help further elevate the private club…
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Auro Hotels announces the opening of Juniper
October 23, 2020
Auro Hotels, announced Juniper, the 16,000 square-foot immersive rooftop space located on top of AC Hotel Greenville. A destination for drinks and dining and opening early next year, Juniper will…
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Poinsett Club
October 22, 2020
The Poinsett Club® is a private city club in Greenville, SC. This award-winning exclusive club is one of the top 35 City Clubs in the Nation with a 5-Star Platinum…
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South Carolina Restaurant and Lodging Association announces Upstate Hospitality Awards winners
October 20, 2020
The South Carolina Restaurant and Lodging Association (SCRLA) is pleased to announce the winners for the 8th Annual Upstate Hospitality Awards, celebrating the exceptional professionalism and outstanding service of top…
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Village Idiot celebrates giving milestone, 30th anniversary
October 19, 2020
Local pizzeria has donated over $100,000 in community giving Village Idiot Pizza is celebrating 30 years of serving NY-style pizza in the Midlands. Recently, the local, small business owned by…
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Cohesive Coffee hires Eric Addison as manager
October 14, 2020
Cohesive Coffee announces that Eric Addison has been promoted to the position of full-time manager for the local coffee shop. Addison has been with the company as a lead barista…
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Tacos ‘n Tequila Fiesta winners announced
October 2, 2020
The Tacos ‘n Tequila Fiesta, presented by Lunazul 100% Agave Tequila and held at The Old Cigar Warehouse, took place over the weekend of September 25. Although the festival was…
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Celebrate Agriculture, Arts and Tradition at Free, Drive-Through S.C. State Fair, Oct. 20-21
October 1, 2020
Fair food available for purchase with extended dates, Oct. 20-24 The first-ever free, Drive-Through S.C. State Fair is bringing the tradition of the State Fair to fairgoers in a new…
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Tacos ‘n Tequila Fiesta to be held on September 27
September 18, 2020
Popular Upstate festival Tacos ‘n Tequila is happening next Sunday, and with added health and safety measures. Tacos ‘n Tequila Fiesta will be held on Sunday, September 27 at the…
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South Carolina Restaurant and Lodging Association seeking nominations for Upstate Hospitality Awards
September 15, 2020
The South Carolina Restaurant and Lodging Association (SCRLA) is seeking nominations for the 8th Annual Upstate Hospitality Awards, honoring the best of the best in the Upstate’s hospitality industry. The…
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Craft Axe Throwing to resume competitive leagues
September 10, 2020
Craft Axe Throwing is excited to announce that they will their competitive league play beginning next week. The 2020 Fall Axe Throwing League will begin its play on September 15th.…
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Foxcroft Wine Co. Greenville hosting two French wine events in September
September 4, 2020
Foxcroft Wine Co. Greenville will host two French Wine Events on Saturday, September 19, with the help of special guest and co-host Deb Lewis, National Sales Manager for Vintage ’59…
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Bill Hall, Founder of Halls Chophouse, passes on
August 20, 2020We were sad to hear of the passing of Bill Hall on August 19th. He was a titan of the restaurant industry and we appreciate the role his restaurants play…
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Downtown programming returns to Spartanburg’s Downtown Cultural District
August 20, 2020Downtown Programming is back for another season. Chapman Cultural Center is excited to announce that the street music series will be returning to the Spartanburg Downtown Cultural District this week…
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Jonathan Brashier appointed as general manager of Hotel Hartness and Village Kitchen
August 19, 2020
Hartness, a new urban village founded by the Hartness family and located in Eastside Greenville on the family’s estate, announced Jonathan Brashier as general manager of Village Kitchen restaurant and…
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High Spirits Hospitality named Greenville Chamber Small Business of the Month
August 13, 2020
High Spirits Hospitality — the parent company of Liquid Catering, The Old Cigar Warehouse, Bravo1 Protection and High Spirits Events, was honored with the Greenville Chamber of Commerce’s Small Business…
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New AC Hotel Greenville, SC appoints general manager and director of sales
August 11, 2020
The AC Hotel Greenville, opening in early 2021 and owned and operated by Auro Hotels, has appointed John Deck as general manager and Else Miller as director of sales. Deck…
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Michelin announces 2021 Road Atlas with featured driving tours for summer and fall getaways
August 11, 2020
As a map publisher and leading mobility company, Michelin is debuting a new road atlas for travelers in North America. The 2021 Road Atlas: USA CANADA MEXICO features exclusive driving tours from the popular Green Guide…
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2020 Tacos ‘n Tequila Fiesta to be held in late September
August 4, 2020
The Upstate’s popular festival dedicated to the love of tacos and tequila has a date for 2020, and with added health and safety measures. Tacos ‘n Tequila Fiesta will be…
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N&H Holdings announces purchase of Markley Station
July 29, 2020N&H Holdings, a real estate company based in the Southeast, recently announced the purchase of Markley Station in downtown Greenville. The purchase, which closed on June 1, 2020, is located…
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Greenville Country Club announces hire of Sean McGaughey as Director of Golf
July 1, 2020
Greenville Country Club, one of the South’s most historic golf clubs, recently announced the hire of Sean McGaughey as Director of Golf. In this role, McGaughey will oversee all aspects…
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Hospitality leaders announce new initiative aimed to protect patrons and employees
June 23, 2020
In collaboration with South Carolina’s hospitality leaders, Governor Henry McMaster announced the South Carolina Palmetto Priority. The Palmetto Priority is a restaurant commitment aimed at instilling confidence with restaurant-goers as…
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City cancels Wells Fargo Red, White and Blue festival
June 16, 2020
City officials have canceled the annual Wells Fargo Red, White and Blue festival scheduled for July 4. The festival had already been pared down to the fireworks show, but a…
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Spartanburg County to host 2021 NCAA Division II and Division III Cross Country Southeastern Regionals
June 11, 2020
The Spartanburg Convention & Visitors Bureau, Milliken & Company and Converse College are partnering with Limestone College and Conference Carolinas to host the NCAA Division II and Division III Cross…
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Farmer’s Market to open season as TD Essential Market – June 6
June 2, 2020
Modified market to include 42 vendors each week City officials and event partners shared details for the opening of the TD Essential Market presented by Prisma Health. The temporary name…
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2020 Tacos n’ Tequila Fiesta postponed for crowd safety
May 27, 2020
To protect the hungry, taco-loving crowd of Greenville and guarantee an unforgettable time for all, the annual Tacos ‘n Tequila Fiesta has been postponed until further notice. As one of…
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South Carolina now open for camping
May 13, 2020
South Carolina Kampgrounds of America, Inc. (KOA) campgrounds now open to leisure camping after statewide lifting of COVID-19 restrictions. Nine KOA campgrounds in South Carolina are opening and welcoming campers back to…
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Bring the party back to your office with Liquid Catering
May 12, 2020
Looking for a way to celebrate your team coming back to the office, but want it in a controlled setting? Liquid Catering has the answer. Your friends at Liquid Catering…
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euphoria releases select tickets for Food, Wine and Music Festival’s 15th anniversary
April 29, 2020
Select tickets for euphoria presented by Lexus, Greenville’s premier food, wine and music festival, set for September 17-20, 2020, will go on sale April 26. Festival organizers have announced some…
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The Cliffs announces new club leadership at The Cliffs at Walnut Cove
April 27, 2020The Cliffs is pleased to welcome four to its club leadership team at The Cliffs at Walnut Cove. Joining the team are Alban Qemali as general manager, Edwin Bloodworth as…
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Hotel Domestique
April 22, 2020
Tucked at the base of the beautiful Blue Ridge Mountains, Hotel Domestique offers a serene, quiet escape in the countryside of upstate South Carolina. The peaceful destination’s unique, luxurious blend…
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Alexandra Hackett joins The Cliffs as senior beverage and service director
April 8, 2020
The Cliffs announced that Alexandra Hackett has joined its team as senior beverage and service director. Hackett will help further elevate beverage and service offerings across The Cliffs’ seven communities…
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Congaree National Park is modifying operations to implement local health guidance
April 3, 2020
Congaree National Park is announcing additional modifications to operations in response to guidance from the S.C. Department of Health and Environmental Control (DHEC) and the Governor of South Carolina. The health…
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South Carolina Restaurant and Lodging Association launches relief fund to aid hospitality employees
April 1, 2020
In partnership with Scofflaw Brewing Co., the South Carolina Restaurant and Lodging Association (SCRLA) has launched a relief fund to assist hospitality workers affected by the COVID-19/Coronavirus pandemic. The primary…
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The Cliffs welcomes Bo Wood as brand experience manager
March 31, 2020
The Cliffs announced Bo Wood as brand experience manager. In his new role, Wood is responsible for strategy, planning and marketing around The Cliffs brand, including events, partnerships and public…
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Newberry Opera House postpones performances March 15 through 31
March 16, 2020
From Newberry Opera House: Monday, March 16, 2020 Newberry, SC –The Newberry Opera House Performing Arts Center and the Foundation is dedicated to ensuring a safe environment for all…
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The Cliffs announces new food and beverage director at The Cliffs at Keowee Springs
March 12, 2020
The Cliffs is pleased to announce Ed Greene as food and beverage director at The Cliffs at Keowee Springs. Greene joins The Cliffs with more than 15 years of food…
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Governor presents Tourism Achievement Awards at conference
February 20, 2020
In an awards luncheon at the Governor’s Conference on Tourism and Travel, Governor Henry McMaster recognized people and places who made significant contributions to tourism in South Carolina. The industry’s…
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South Carolina tourism reports another record year
February 19, 2020
Tourism in South Carolina is now a record $23.8 billion industry, supporting one in every 10 jobs and generating $1.8 billion in state and local taxes, according to figures released today…
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Historic Cokesbury College to Hold Wedding Expo March 5
February 12, 2020
Wedding Expo March 5 highlights historic Cokesbury College as wedding venue Historic Cokesbury College, located at 210 College Drive in Cokesbury, S.C., will host its first Wedding Expo Thursday, March…
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LS3P receives top honors at NEHW Awards Event
February 5, 2020
LS3P received top honors at the recent 2020 NEWH Awards Event held in Charleston, SC. LS3P was recognized nationally along with other regional firms across the United States for its…
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First Greenville Venue Crawl to highlight area’s leading event spaces
February 4, 2020
Engaged couples and event planners are invited to experience a mock-event setting in some of Greenville’s most elegant spaces this Sunday, February 9. The Greenville Venue Crawl, organized by High…
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‘First of its kind’ hotel in downtown Clemson coming to life
January 27, 2020
Clemson, S.C. — The newest upscale boutique hotel is coming to life in Clemson, South Carolina. Mashburn Construction broke ground on the new building on November 14, 2019. Since then, Mashburn…
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High Spirits Hospitality honors employees
January 24, 2020
High Spirits Hospitality — the parent company of Liquid Catering, The Old Cigar Warehouse, Bravo1 Protection and High Spirits Events – recently honored its employees during its annual anniversary celebration.…
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The Woodhouse Day Spa to open in Greenville
January 23, 2020
Woodhouse Day Spa, the ultimate, full service, luxury day spa is set to open in Magnolia Park shopping center in Greenville, South Carolina on Friday, January 24. With 68 independent…
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South Carolina’s State Tourism Office will celebrate National Plan For Vacation Day
January 19, 2020
The South Carolina Department of Parks, Recreation & Tourism will celebrate National Plan For Vacation Day on Tuesday, Jan. 28, to encourage workers and employees to convert their hard-earned vacation…
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Greenville Zoo staff monitoring Amur Leopard pregnancy
January 15, 2020
Over the past month, the Greenville Zoo staff has used ultrasound imaging to confirm that Jade, the zoo’s nine-year-old female Amur leopard, is pregnant and monitor the health of her…
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