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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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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High Spirits Hospitality adds Director of Event Sales
July 20, 2017
Katherine Brown has joined High Spirits Hospitality as its Director of Event Sales. A graduate of the University of North Carolina , Brown brings more than a decade of work…
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High Spirits Hospitality adds Director of Event Sales
July 20, 2017
Katherine Brown has joined High Spirits Hospitality as its Director of Event Sales. A graduate of the University of North Carolina , Brown brings more than a decade of work…
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OTO Development adds seven properties to managed portfolio
July 11, 2017As one of America’s fastest-growing private companies, OTO Development expands consistently via smart developments and savvy operations – for itself as well as an increasing number of hotel ownership groups.…
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OTO Development adds seven properties to managed portfolio
July 10, 2017As one of America’s fastest-growing private companies, OTO Development expands consistently via smart developments and savvy operations – for itself as well as an increasing number of hotel ownership groups.…
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High Spirits Hospitality adds Director of Human Resources
July 7, 2017
High Spirits Hospitality has added Sarah Lusk as its Director of Human Resources. A graduate of Furman University, Lusk’s primary responsibilities will be in the hiring process, employee relations, compliance…
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High Spirits Hospitality adds Director of Human Resources
July 7, 2017
High Spirits Hospitality has added Sarah Lusk as its Director of Human Resources. A graduate of Furman University, Lusk’s primary responsibilities will be in the hiring process, employee relations, compliance…
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Art of the Name Game: AC Hotel Spartanburg names meeting rooms in honor of featured artists
June 28, 2017“Room 1, Room 2, Room 3” would be functional names, but not particularly fun, so AC Hotel Spartanburg hosted a community contest to decide what to call its three meeting…
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Art of the Name Game: AC Hotel Spartanburg names meeting rooms in honor of featured artists
June 28, 2017“Room 1, Room 2, Room 3” would be functional names, but not particularly fun, so AC Hotel Spartanburg hosted a community contest to decide what to call its three meeting…
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OTO wins Hilton Developer of the Year award
June 19, 2017OTO Development, a Johnson Management company, has been named Hilton’s Developer of the Year in the Focused Service category. The company earned this distinction for four Hilton-branded properties in…
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OTO wins Hilton Developer of the Year award
June 19, 2017OTO Development, a Johnson Management company, has been named Hilton’s Developer of the Year in the Focused Service category. The company earned this distinction for four Hilton-branded properties in…
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AC Hotel Spartanburg announces rooftop restaurant partner
June 16, 2017OTO Development, a Johnson Management company, has announced the much-anticipated rooftop restaurant coming to AC Hotel Spartanburg. Level 10, a Rick Erwin Dining Group concept, will serve the downtown…
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AC Hotel Spartanburg announces rooftop restaurant partner
June 16, 2017OTO Development, a Johnson Management company, has announced the much-anticipated rooftop restaurant coming to AC Hotel Spartanburg. Level 10, a Rick Erwin Dining Group concept, will serve the downtown…
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Green Book of S.C. Travel Guide to Increase Impact of $2.4 Billion S.C. African American Travel Industry
May 26, 2017
Major new international tourism tool launched by S.C. African American Heritage Commission The first-ever mobile travel guide to S.C. African American cultural sites, the Green Book of South Carolina, has…
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Green Book of S.C. Travel Guide to increase impact of $2.4 billion S.C. African American travel industry
May 26, 2017
Major new international tourism tool launched by S.C. African American Heritage Commission The first-ever mobile travel guide to S.C. African American cultural sites, the Green Book of South Carolina, has…
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Annette Sizemore places third at second annual Westminster Kennel Club Masters Obedience Championship
May 13, 2017Annette Sizemore, a trainer who teaches advanced obedience classes with Dog Trainers Workshop, a full-service dog training and boarding facility based in Fountain Inn, SC, placed third with her Golden…
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OTO Development wins 2017 CONNECT Developer of the Year Award
May 11, 2017
OTO Development has been named Marriott International’s 2017 CONNECT Developer of the Year. Marriott selected OTO Development for this top award based on the company’s consistent success developing new product…
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Spartanburg Marriott receives Elite award from Marriott International; named Property Sales Team of the Year
May 11, 2017Winegardner & Hammons Hotel Group, LLC announced that the Spartanburg Marriott Hotel, Spartanburg, SC has been awarded the 2016 Property Sales Team of the Year for Franchise hotels. This prestigious…
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Spartanburg Marriott receives Elite award from Marriott International; named Property Sales Team of the Year
May 11, 2017Winegardner & Hammons Hotel Group, LLC announced that the Spartanburg Marriott Hotel, Spartanburg, SC has been awarded the 2016 Property Sales Team of the Year for Franchise hotels. This prestigious…
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OTO Development wins 2017 CONNECT Developer of the Year Award
May 11, 2017
OTO Development has been named Marriott International’s 2017 CONNECT Developer of the Year. Marriott selected OTO Development for this top award based on the company’s consistent success developing new product…
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Roper Mountain Science Center debuts new planetarium show and added showtimes
May 10, 2017
Beginning on May 12th, the T.C. Hooper Planetarium will debut two new planetarium shows and new showtimes due to the high demand. The new feature shows are: 6:00pm: One World,…
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TD Bank Bucks program awards funding to local farmers
May 6, 2017
The TD Saturday Market presented by Greenville Health System marks its 15THseason May 6, providing farm-fresh produce, baked goods, meats, cheeses, seafood and other specialty foods to Main Street in…
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Greenville Zoo introducing new additions to zoo family
May 6, 2017
Oz and Evita, the Greenville Zoo’s ocelot pair, welcomed their second litter on March 8 – an announcement zoo staff has delayed making until now to give the two kittens…
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Topside Poolclub marks next step downtown
April 27, 2017Located on the top floor of a seven story building and with stunning views Falls Park, Topside Pool Club will be opening Memorial Day weekend. Aventure of High Spirits…
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Topside Poolclub marks next step downtown
April 27, 2017Located on the top floor of a seven story building and with stunning views Falls Park, Topside Pool Club will be opening Memorial Day weekend. Aventure of High Spirits…
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Greenville Zoo announces gender of baby siamang
April 23, 2017
The Greenville Zoo announced that the baby siamang born on January 6 to parents, Oscar and Ella, is a male. The baby is the pair’s second offspring, providing George, their…
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More than 800 people feast at Tacos n’ Tequila Fiesta downtown
April 10, 2017
The largest crowd in the history of The Old Cigar Warehouse helped usher in the region’s latest food festival, the Tacos n’ Tequila Fiesta presented by Lunazul 100% Agave Tequila,…
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More than 800 people feast at Tacos n’ Tequila Fiesta downtown
April 10, 2017
The largest crowd in the history of The Old Cigar Warehouse helped usher in the region’s latest food festival, the Tacos n’ Tequila Fiesta presented by Lunazul 100% Agave Tequila,…
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Scott and Company partner elected to South Carolina Restaurant and Lodging Association Board of Directors
April 3, 2017
Scott and Company LLC announced Tony Perricelli, CPA, was elected to the board of directors of the South Carolina Restaurant and Lodging Association (SCRLA). “The SCRLA is a valuable resource…
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The Old Cigar Warehouse adds Phillips
March 24, 2017
GREENVILLE, SC – The Old Cigar Warehouse has hired Kailey Phillips as venue captain. A recent graduate of Clemson University, Philips earned a degree in Parks, Recreation and Tourism Management.…
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The Old Cigar Warehouse adds Phillips
March 24, 2017
GREENVILLE, SC – The Old Cigar Warehouse has hired Kailey Phillips as venue captain. A recent graduate of Clemson University, Philips earned a degree in Parks, Recreation and Tourism Management.…
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Columbia, SC, home of longest total solar eclipse on the East Coast, to host long weekend of eclipse events and activities
March 13, 2017Aug. 18-21, 2017 Greater Columbia, S.C., region gearing up for role as “Total Eclipse Capital of the East Coast” During the total solar eclipse of Monday, August 21, 2017, visitors…
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Columbia, SC, home of longest total solar eclipse on the East Coast, to host long weekend of eclipse events and activities
March 13, 2017
Aug. 18-21, 2017 Greater Columbia, S.C., region gearing up for role as “Total Eclipse Capital of the East Coast” During the total solar eclipse of Monday, August 21, 2017, visitors…
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New hire for The Old Cigar Warehouse
February 21, 2017
The Old Cigar Warehouse has promoted Courtney Hamilton to the venue’s new Corporate and Social Sales Manager. Hamilton began her career with Liquid Catering as an intern in 2016. She…
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New hire for The Old Cigar Warehouse
February 21, 2017
The Old Cigar Warehouse has promoted Courtney Hamilton to the venue’s new Corporate and Social Sales Manager. Hamilton began her career with Liquid Catering as an intern in 2016. She…
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Get “Wild in the Kitchen” at the Southeastern Wildlife Expo
February 14, 2017
The South Carolina Department of Agriculture is teaming up with the Southeastern Wildlife Exposition (SEWE) to get “Wild in the Kitchen” during the nation’s largest wildlife art and nature event…
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South Carolina Ag + Art Tour accepting farm tour sites for 2017 tour
February 14, 2017
The South Carolina Ag + Art Tour is currently seeking farms to participate in the nation’s largest free farm tour to take place in June 2017. This free, self-guided tour…
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Donate military items or shop to benefit the future museum!
February 13, 2017
“I have quite a few items from when I served in the military during World War II and my family does not have any interest in having them,” stated Bucky…
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Greenville-based Hospitality America celebrates two decades of hotel management
February 13, 2017
This year, Hospitality America, with offices in Nashville, TN and Greenville, will celebrate twenty years of developing and managing hotels across the US and in the Caribbean. The company was…
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Greenville-based Hospitality America celebrates two decades of hotel management
February 13, 2017
This year, Hospitality America, with offices in Nashville, TN and Greenville, will celebrate twenty years of developing and managing hotels across the US and in the Caribbean. The company was…
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