Serendipity Labs select Ashley Stidfole as new Director of Sales
June 6, 2018
Serendipity Labs has hired Ashley Stidfole as the new Director of Sales. Stidfole graduated from Georgia Southern University with a major in business and communications with a minor in public…
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Serendipity Labs select Ashley Stidfole as new Director of Sales
June 6, 2018
Serendipity Labs has hired Ashley Stidfole as the new Director of Sales. Stidfole graduated from Georgia Southern University with a major in business and communications with a minor in public…
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Entrepreneur Minute – Corry Oakes, OTO Development, LLC
May 23, 2018
The UpstateBizSC Entrepreneur Minute is a one minute interview in support of entrepreneurship. We would like to thank our sponsors of this video series – Wells Fargo and Bauknight, Pietras and Stormer. …
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TD Saturday Market Season to Begin May 5
April 26, 2018
The TD Saturday Market presented by Greenville Health System marks its 16TH season May 5, providing farm-fresh produce, baked goods, meats, cheeses, seafood and other specialty foods to Main Street in downtown Greenville each…
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Next-door neighbor makes major investment in International African American Museum
April 23, 2018
$1 Million Boost from BMW Pushes Museum Toward Goal Global automotive manufacturer BMW has invested $1 million in the forthcoming International African American Museum (IAAM). This leadership gift to the…
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Next-door neighbor makes major investment in International African American Museum
April 23, 2018
$1 Million Boost from BMW Pushes Museum Toward Goal Global automotive manufacturer BMW has invested $1 million in the forthcoming International African American Museum (IAAM). This leadership gift to the…
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South Carolina’s first My Place Hotel is now open in Greenville
April 16, 2018
My Place, America’s Newest and Best Extended Stay Hotels, announced the Palmetto state’s first My Place Hotel is now open in Greenville. The opening marks My Place’s 38th open location…
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The Venue at Falls Park to showcase event space
April 13, 2018Steps away from the picturesque Falls Park and in the heart of downtown, The Venue at Falls Park is Greenville’s go-to spot for upcoming events. Located in the historical Harper…
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Power of One Underscored in Newest Exhibit at Upcountry History Museum
April 4, 2018
Anne Frank. Ruby Bridges. Ryan White. More than just familiar names, their stories of courage, resilience and endurance embody the message of The Power of Children – Making a Difference,…
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Joe Riley, former Mayor of Charleston, The International African American Museum
April 2, 2018
Nearly half of all enslaved Africans arrived in Charleston, and the vast majority disembarked at Gadsden’s Wharf. Gadsden’s Wharf will be the future home of the International African American Museum…
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Topgolf breaks ground in Myrtle Beach
April 2, 2018
Global sports entertainment leader Topgolf® has officially broken ground in Myrtle Beach. The 55,000-square-foot venue is expected to open to the public in early 2019. “We’re honored that Topgolf has selected Myrtle Beach for another South Carolina…
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Topgolf breaks ground in Myrtle Beach
April 2, 2018
Global sports entertainment leader Topgolf® has officially broken ground in Myrtle Beach. The 55,000-square-foot venue is expected to open to the public in early 2019. “We’re honored that Topgolf has selected Myrtle Beach for another South Carolina…
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New parking lots opening at Greenville Zoo
March 28, 2018
The first of two new parking lots in Cleveland Park is now open, and weather permitting, the second lot is scheduled to be paved this week. The two new lots…
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OTO Development adds four properties to managed portfolio
March 15, 2018
With a proven operations strategy that provides measurable results in revenue, profitability and guest satisfaction, OTO Development is a preferred third-party management company for a variety of hotel ownership groups.…
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OTO Development adds four properties to managed portfolio
March 15, 2018
With a proven operations strategy that provides measurable results in revenue, profitability and guest satisfaction, OTO Development is a preferred third-party management company for a variety of hotel ownership groups.…
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Topside Pool Club opening March 17 for 2018 season
March 6, 2018
Topside Pool Club, the popular rooftop pool club overlooking Main Street, is opening for the 2018 season on Saturday, March 17 at 2 p.m. Topside was developed last year as…
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Topside Pool Club opening March 17 for 2018 season
March 6, 2018
Topside Pool Club, the popular rooftop pool club overlooking Main Street, is opening for the 2018 season on Saturday, March 17 at 2 p.m. Topside was developed last year as…
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Greenville Track Club announces winner of TD Bank Reedy River Run T-Shirt Design Contest
March 5, 2018The Greenville Track Club announced the winner of the TD Bank Reedy River Run T-Shirt Contest. Himesh Patel of Simpsonville, SC, received the largest number of online votes for his…
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Greenville Country Club announces 2018 Board of Governors
February 5, 2018
Matthew Smith, Director at Elliott Davis, Elected Club President The Greenville Country Club elected its 2018 Board of Governors at its recent annual meeting of the club’s members. Officers…
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Greenville Country Club announces 2018 Board of Governors
February 5, 2018
Matthew Smith, Director at Elliott Davis, Elected Club President The Greenville Country Club elected its 2018 Board of Governors at its recent annual meeting of the club’s members. Officers…
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High Spirits Hospitality’s Johnson named one of Greenville’s most influential
January 31, 2018
Tammy Johnson, High Spirits Hospitality’s president and CEO, was honored as one of Greenville’s 50 Most Influential by Greenville Business Magazine Tuesday night. A native of Houston, Johnson has been…
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Old Cigar Warehouse wins fourth WeddingWire Couple’s Choice Award
January 30, 2018
WeddingWire has named The Old Cigar Warehouse as a Couple’s Choice Award Winner for Ceremony and Reception Space in South Carolina for the fourth year in a row. The esteemed…
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Greenville Zoo to close for annual maintenance
January 25, 2018
The Greenville Zoo will be closed to the general public from Monday, January 29 through Friday, February 9 for annual maintenance. Greenville Zoo staff, other City departments and community volunteers will use…
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Liquid Catering wins sixth WeddingWire Couple’s Choice Award
January 22, 2018
WeddingWire has named Liquid Catering as a 2018 Couple’s Choice Award Winner for Catering in South Carolina for the sixth year in a row. The esteemed annual awards program recognizes…
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Greenville Zoo announces first birth of 2018
January 18, 2018
Greenville Zoo director Jeff Bullock announced today that the Greenville Zoo is celebrating its first birth of 2018 – a black and white Angolan colobus monkey. According to Bullock, the…
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South Carolina’s first AC Hotel by Marriott opens in Spartanburg
December 19, 2017AC Hotels by Marriott, the European-inspired, simplistic, elegant brand for the modern traveler, has announced the opening of AC Hotel Spartanburg, the brand’s first location in South Carolina. Nestled in…
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South Carolina’s first AC Hotel by Marriott opens in Spartanburg
December 19, 2017AC Hotels by Marriott, the European-inspired, simplistic, elegant brand for the modern traveler, has announced the opening of AC Hotel Spartanburg, the brand’s first location in South Carolina. Nestled in…
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Upcountry History Museum one of only five selected for Smithsonian Program
December 6, 2017
The Upcountry History Museum-Furman University, a Smithsonian Affiliate, has been selected as one of only five national Smithsonian Affiliates to participate in the expansion of the Smithsonian Secretary’s Youth Advisory…
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The Dapper Doughnut celebrates the ACC Championship with exclusive Clemson doughnut
December 1, 2017
On December 2nd, The Dapper Doughnut, Greenville’s newest doughnut attraction, will support Clemson in the ACC Championship with specialty Clemson doughnuts. While supplies last, The Dapper Doughnut will serve Clemson-themed…
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Greenville Zoo receives grant from Association of Zoos & Aquariums
November 26, 2017
The Association of Zoos and Aquariums (AZA) has awarded the Greenville Zoo a 2017-2018 Nature Play Begins at Your Zoo & Aquarium grant for the zoo’s Nature Play Head Start Extension program. Supported by…
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Applications now being accepted for 2017 Poinsettia Christmas Parade
October 24, 2017The City of Greenville Poinsettia Christmas Parade will once again usher in the holiday season with over 75 musical marching units, elaborately decorated floats and, of course, Santa Claus. This…
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Greenwood, SC’s America in Bloom Award results announced
October 8, 2017
Top honors for the prestigious 2017 America in Bloom National Awards Program were announced at the annual awards held in Holliston, MA on October 7. All participants were evaluated on…
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Topside Pool Club hosting yoga class on October 7
October 4, 2017
Topside Pool Club is starting the weekend with Morning Yoga this Saturday, October 7 at 8 a.m. The rooftop class is open to all-levels and will be led by Lisa…
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Topside Pool Club hosting yoga class on October 7
October 4, 2017
Topside Pool Club is starting the weekend with Morning Yoga this Saturday, October 7 at 8 a.m. The rooftop class is open to all-levels and will be led by Lisa…
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Open House set for Topside Pool Club
September 29, 2017Grab your swimsuits because Topside Pool Club is hosting an Open House for potential members on Thursday, October 5 from 6 p.m. to 8 p.m. Attendees will get one free…
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Open House set for Topside Pool Club
September 29, 2017Grab your swimsuits because Topside Pool Club is hosting an Open House for potential members on Thursday, October 5 from 6 p.m. to 8 p.m. Attendees will get one free…
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More than 1 Million traveled in South Carolina to view the eclipse
September 20, 2017
Roughly 1.6 million people traveled to or within South Carolina to view the total solar eclipse last month, according to research released today by the South Carolina Department of Parks,…
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The Inn at Patrick Square celebrates grand opening
August 30, 2017The Inn at Patrick Square celebrated its official grand opening. Invited guests, members of the community and dignitaries gathered to cut the ribbon and see all that the new hotel…
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OTO Development makes Inc. 5000 list – for the 6th time
August 29, 2017
OTO Development has earned a spot on the 2017 Inc. 5000 list of the fastest-growing private companies in America. This is the sixth time that OTO, a Johnson Management company,…
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OTO Development makes Inc. 5000 list – for the 6th time
August 29, 2017
OTO Development has earned a spot on the 2017 Inc. 5000 list of the fastest-growing private companies in America. This is the sixth time that OTO, a Johnson Management company,…
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Venue Showcase at The Old Cigar Warehouse – August 29
August 22, 2017
Cigar Warehouse have a special night to explore the historic downtown space later this month at a Venue Showcase. The Venue Showcase will be held on Wednesday, August 29 from…
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Girl Scouts works with the SETI Institute to skyrocket girls’ interest in STEM
August 17, 2017
August 19-21, through a unique partnership with NASA, Girl Scouts of South Carolina Mountains to Midlands will host girls, aged 12-18, from around the nation for our Eyes to the…
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The Abernathy celebrates grand opening in Clemson
August 17, 2017
Clemson’s newest boutique hotel, The Abernathy, celebrated its Grand Opening event on Tuesday, August 15th. The event featured entertainment from the Clemson Cheerleaders and the Clemson Tiger, while guests enjoyed…
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Hilton Garden Inn Greenville earns TripAdvisor Certificate of Excellence
August 17, 2017
Built on a foundation of exceptional guest service, OTO Development encourages every hotel in its portfolio to solicit, and act upon, customer feedback. Thus OTO, a Johnson Management company, is…
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Hilton Garden Inn Greenville earns TripAdvisor Certificate of Excellence
August 17, 2017
Built on a foundation of exceptional guest service, OTO Development encourages every hotel in its portfolio to solicit, and act upon, customer feedback. Thus OTO, a Johnson Management company, is…
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The Old Cigar Warehouse taps hospitality veteran as sales manager
August 14, 2017
The Old Cigar Warehouse has added Samantha Chapman as its venue sales manager. A College of Charleston graduate, Chapman brings more than seven years of experience in catering and venue…
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The Old Cigar Warehouse taps hospitality veteran as sales manager
August 14, 2017
The Old Cigar Warehouse has added Samantha Chapman as its venue sales manager. A College of Charleston graduate, Chapman brings more than seven years of experience in catering and venue…
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How to Safely Watch the Great American Eclipse of 2017
August 13, 2017On Aug. 21, 2017, the entire United States will see a partial eclipse of the sun. Parts of 11 states, including South Carolina, will experience a total solar eclipse. If…
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How to Safely Watch the Great American Eclipse of 2017
August 13, 2017
On Aug. 21, 2017, the entire United States will see a partial eclipse of the sun. Parts of 11 states, including South Carolina, will experience a total solar eclipse. If…
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United Way of the Piedmont presents two awards to OTO Development
July 25, 2017
United Way of the Piedmont presented two awards to OTO Development in recognition of the hospitality company’s employee generosity. OTO, a Johnson Management company, received the Employee Giving and Circle…
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