Local Favorite, Cayce Fall Fest, returns October 7
July 14, 2023The City of Cayce is excited to announce the return of the Cayce Fall Fest! Fall Fest will be held on Saturday, October 7, from 12 pm – 6 pm…
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Visitors of Columbia region reach 15.8 million
July 12, 2023
Visitation to the Columbia region increased from 15.1 million in 2021 to 15.8 million in 2022, Experience Columbia SC announced. The 2022 numbers surpass pre-pandemic levels by four percent. These…
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Main Street Bake Shoppe to Consolidate into One Location
July 9, 2023
The owners of Main Street Bake Shoppe in Laurens and Clinton announced on social media Saturday night that they will be consolidating the business to one location. The Clinton location…
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South Carolina State Fair now accepting submissions for 2023 competitive exhibits
July 6, 2023
The South Carolina State Fair is now accepting entries for its annual competitive exhibits to be on display Oct. 11-22, 2023 during the S.C. State Fair. Exhibitors from across South…
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International African American Museum opens to the public
July 5, 2023
Public opening follows a line-up of celebration and community events The International African American Museum (IAAM) officially opened to the public on Tuesday, June 27, after over 20 years of…
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Explore Charleston hosts annual meeting
July 5, 2023
Area Leaders Honored for Distinguished Service More than 400 business and civic leaders gathered today at the Gaillard Center for Explore Charleston’s annual meeting. Guests heard travel industry insights from…
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City of Clinton Announces Two Food Truck Mondays for July
July 5, 2023
It’s hot, really hot in July. Instead of heating up the kitchen you can head out to Food Truck Monday twice in July. They are scheduled for July 10 and…
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The Lumberyard Lineup for the Weekend
July 5, 2023
Come beat the summer heat this weekend at the Lumberyard. This weekend they are offering some great food options and a variety of live music performances to go with the varied…
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Halls Chophouse Greenville to undergo $2.2 million renovations
June 29, 2023Hall Management Group, the South Carolina-based owner of the Halls Chophouse restaurants in South Carolina and Tennessee, will temporarily close the company’s Greenville, South Carolina location in July for extensive…
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Women Confidence Builders’ largest event of 2023 to be headlined by national authors
June 28, 2023
Women Confidence Builders will be hosting its biggest event of 2023 with a growth and diversity discussion from authors Bertina Ceccarelli and Susanne Tedrick as well as a guest speech…
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Marriott Hilton Head Resort & Spa completes $10 million second phase property renovation
June 27, 2023HILTON HEAD ISLAND, SC – Marriott Hilton Head Resort & Spa announces it has completed the resort’s second phase renovation that includes a transformation of guest rooms and suites, which…
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Town Hall on Thursday – A Rise in Liquor Liability Could Lead to Close of Small Community Venues with Impact to Owners, Musicians and Patrons
June 26, 2023
Upstate of South Carolina is home to many small local breweries, bars, and music venue, but without a much-needed change to legislation, this part of the hospitality industry may be…
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Wingard’s Market selected for June feature in National Publication
June 21, 2023
Wingard’s Market’s Backyard Nature Center and innovative gardening concepts has been selected for the June edition of Garden Center Magazine’s “Spotted” feature. Tucked inside the newly expanded Wingard’s Produce Center,…
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Spectacular Laser Light show to highlight “Wave That Flag” celebration in Pawleys Island on July 2 and 3
June 20, 2023
“Wave That Flag,” a two-day festival of family fun, vendors, concerts, and sports celebrating America and the Fourth of July holiday, will cap each night of the event with a…
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Duke’s Pad Thai owners announce opening of Little Bee Bun Mee Company
June 19, 2023
A New Open-Concept Asian Eatery in Cayce The owners of Duke’s Pad Thai, Chris and Noi Souvanna, are proud to announce the opening of their new eatery, Little Bee Bun…
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Iron Hill Brewery & Restaurant announces opening date for Columbia location
June 19, 2023
Iron Hill Brewery & Restaurant, the most award-winning brewery east of the Mississippi, will officially open its doors at 11 a.m. on Thursday, June 22 in Columbia’s growing BullStreet District.…
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State Museum to celebrate those with Disabilities during Disability Pride Day on July 8
June 15, 2023
Event features inclusive activities, including a community art project, silent disco, sensory-friendly shows and more The State Museum is excited to announce its first Disability Pride Day event, celebrating the…
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Introducing the Southeastern BBQ Showdown coming to Segra Park in June of 2024
June 14, 2023
Capital City/Lake Murray Country Regional Tourism Board (CCLMC) held a press conference on the front steps of Segra Park, Wednesday, June 14, 2023. “A year from now, in June of…
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Next Clinton Town Rhythms Concert Scheduled for June 29
June 12, 2023
If you missed the first Town Rhythms event you are in luck. The next in the series, Town Rhythms Summer Concert Series is scheduled for Thursday, June 29. The 246th…
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Finally Friday Lineup in Laurens
June 6, 2023
If you want to kick off your weekend with Main Street Laurens’ Finally Friday here is the line up! Soulified 7 will provide live musical entertainment from 7-9 pm. Come…
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The Bank donates $1 million dollars to the Historic Mitchelville Freedom Park
June 6, 2023
The venue’s opening day was celebrated with a transformative gift presentation to assist island preservation efforts. Moon King Entertainment Group, The Bank, and the Island Legacy Fund announced a $1 million…
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Steel Hands Brewing announces Summer Ambassador winner
June 6, 2023
Steel Hands Brewing is excited to share a Summer Ambassador has joined the team! Steel Hands Brewing recently released a South Carolina statewide search for a creative brand Ambassador to…
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Kelly Hughes joins the Capital City/Lake Murray Country Regional Tourism Board
June 5, 2023
The Capital City/Lake Murray Country Regional Tourism Board is excited to announce that Kelly Hughes has joined the team as Marketing and Communications Manager. Hughes graduated from the University of…
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International African American Museum to mark opening with series of events
June 5, 2023
Public invited to attend worship service and dedication ceremony watch celebration The International African American Museum (IAAM) has released additional details for opening week events, including a worship service on…
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LushAcres Summer Market and June Meat Bundle
June 4, 2023
School is out for the summer! That means fresh produce will be coming out of the fields and into the market at LushAcres Farm in Clinton. In a recent field…
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BMW Charity Pro-Am presented by TD SYNNEX announces 2023 celebrity course rotation
June 2, 2023
The BMW Charity Pro-Am presented by TD SYNNEX today announced the celebrity course rotation for this year’s tournament taking place June 8-11 at Thornblade Club and The Carolina Country Club.…
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Peak Drift Brewing Company launches sustainable digital can printing program
June 1, 2023
Peak Drift Brewing Company, South Carolina’s newest award-winning craft beverage company, announces the launch of Peak Press, its new sustainable digital can printing program. With a strong commitment to environmental…
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Krystal England joins TMGOC as Chief Investment Officer
June 1, 2023
TMGOC, a partnership between The Montford Group and Opterra Capital, announced the addition of Krystal England as the joint venture’s Chief Investment Officer. England brings extensive development lending and institutional…
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Friday Night Laser Lights returns this summer with new shows Feat. Taylor Swift and Beyoncé
June 1, 2023
Tickets now on sale for laser experiences inside the museum’s 55-ft digital dome planetarium The South Carolina State Museum is excited to announce the return of its popular “Friday Night…
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OTO Development announces debut of Beal House Fort Walton Beachfront, Tapestry Collection by Hilton
May 30, 2023
Beal House Fort Walton Beachfront, Tapestry Collection by Hilton has made its debut in the Florida Panhandle. Ideally positioned on the sugar-white sand of Okaloosa Island, this six-story, 100-key hotel…
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TravelBoom welcomes Olivia Clifton as Content Writer
May 30, 2023
MYRTLE BEACH, SC – TravelBoom, the leading data-driven digital marketing agency for hotels, resorts, and vacation rental companies, announced today it has hired a new Content Writer, Olivia Clifton. Clifton’s…
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OTO Development announces debut of Hilton Garden Inn in Ocean City, Maryland
May 30, 2023
Hilton Garden Inn Ocean City Oceanfront has made its debut along the Maryland coastline. The 12-story, 170-room property reopened Friday, May 26, following an extensive renovation that brings an elevated…
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Town of Chapin and the American Legion Post 193 host Memorial Day ceremony
May 23, 2023
Town of Chapin Mayor Al Koon announced that the Town of Chapin along with American Legion Post 193 will jointly host a Memorial Day ceremony on Monday, May 29, at…
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Trivia Night at Stogies in Clinton on Wednesday
May 23, 2023
Feeling smart or just full of random facts? Stogies on Musgrove in Clinton will host another Trivia Night on Wednesday May 24 from 7:00 pm to 9:00 pm. The winning…
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7th Annual Taste on the River unites Midlands’ best restaurants for a night of festivities in support of West Columbia’s Beautification Foundation
May 19, 2023
The highly anticipated 7th Annual Taste on the River event is set to bring together the finest restaurants from the Midlands region on Tuesday, June 13, 2023, from 5:30 –…
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LCDC Launches “Visit Laurens County” to Profile Local Businesses and Attractions
May 17, 2023
Earlier this month, the Laurens County Development Corporation (LCDC) launched “Visit Laurens County,” an online story map that aims to spotlight the assets located in Laurens County. The idea for…
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From XVI World Bass Championship to Bassmaster Elite Series, and Major League Fishing’s Bass Pro Tour
May 17, 2023
Lake Murray is the Top Fishing Destination Over the last 6 months Capital City/Lake Murray Country Regional Tourism Board (CCLMC) has hosted the biggest and the best in international and…
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Dayton House Resort expands marketing partnership with TravelBoom
May 17, 2023
The leading digital marketing firm for resorts will manage SEO, PPC, metasearch, website, and analytics for the popular destination. Dayton House Resort, an oceanfront destination on the Grand Strand, has…
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Emeline announces new Director of Sales and Marketing
May 16, 2023
Whitney Dang to Join Award-Winning Hotel in Charleston, South Carolina Makeready, a hospitality company that concepts, manages and operates an independent and diverse collection of hotel, restaurant and retail brands,…
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Record-breaking 2,600+ food lovers attend Columbia Food and Wine Festival in sixth year
May 15, 2023
The 2023 festival marks the largest year ever in attendance and support of the region’s culinary community The 2023 Columbia Food and Wine Festival brought 2,699 food lovers together for…
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The Restaurant at Zero George to host Michelin-starred San Francisco chef Richard Lee for collaboration dinner
May 15, 2023WHO: The Restaurant at Zero George and Saison WHAT: The Restaurant at Zero George is hosting Chef Richard Lee of Saison, the award-winning San Francisco restaurant, on June 9 and…
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Southern Gala’s White Hot Party: NEON CLASSIC on May 25th, 2023
May 12, 2023
To Raise Funds and Awareness for the National Alliance on Mental Illness Greenville after a three-year hiatus B & R Events, LLC presents the nationally recognized Southern Gala’s White Hot…
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The One 5 at Hartness announces May 20 opening
May 11, 2023
The One 5 at Hartness announced that it will open Saturday, May 20 in the Hartness community’s Village Center on Greenville’s Eastside. The new neighborhood restaurant will feature a full…
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Lourie Center hosts water fitness classes for adults at Maxcy Gregg Pool
May 10, 2023
In keeping with its mission to provide fitness, educational, and social activities for older adults, the Lourie Center offers a year-round schedule of classes for older adults to stay physically…
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Colliers represents M Garden, LLC in the purchase of a unique event venue on Bush River Road
May 10, 2023
Crawford Prezioso of Colliers | South Carolina represented M Garden, LLC in the acquisition of a ±7,000-square-foot event venue located at 3506 Bush River Road. M Garden was purchased by…
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Food Truck Monday in Pictures
May 10, 2023
Food Truck Monday brought smiles and yummy food to Clinton on Monday. If you missed this one you have another opportunity to partake next month! The vendors vary each time…
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The Bank, Hilton Head’s Beer Garden, opening next month
May 9, 2023
Moon King Entertainment Group is pleased to announce that The Bank, 59 Pope Ave., will open to the public on June 6, at 11 a.m. The 72,000 square-foot brewery, beer garden and…
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Travel and Tourism Week proclamation celebrates industry’s economic impact
May 9, 2023
At a recognition event celebrating the Palmetto State’s $29 billion tourism industry, Gov. Henry McMaster proclaimed May 7-13, 2023 is Travel and Tourism Week in South Carolina. His announcement aligns with…
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Calling All Vendors – City of Laurens Vendor Database
May 9, 2023
The City of Laurens is actively looking for vendors across the Upstate to register in their Vendor Database. The database allows them to reach out to vendors quickly about upcoming…
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Parris Balazs of Eventfully Chic by Parris named in Top 3 Wedding Planners in Columbia, SC
May 9, 2023
Parris Balazs, owner and certified wedding planner of Eventfully Chic by Parris, was named in the top 3 wedding planners in Columbia, South Carolina by Three Best Rated®. Three Best…
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