Get ready for Tacos ‘N Tequila Fiesta 2024 this October
July 26, 2024Tickets are on sale for the Upstate’s festival that that first brought tacos and tequila together in an unforgettable experience. Tacos ‘N Tequila Fiesta 2024 will be held on Sunday,…
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NEAT Bourbon Bar announces expansion into Greer’s thriving downtown
July 23, 2024Whiskey lovers rejoice! This fall, NEAT Bourbon Bar, Greenville’s first true bourbon bar, is expanding into the heart of Downtown Greer. Located at 108 E Poinsett Street Ext, this will…
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Premier Arts Collective announces Kaleidoscope: An Immersive Art Experience + Fundraiser
July 22, 2024Premier Arts Collective (PAC) announces Kaleidoscope: An Immersive Art Experience + Fundraiser set for Thursday, September 26, 2024, at Zen in downtown Greenville. The event will benefit PAC and its…
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Make-A-Wish: Clinton’s Ellie Tallman Helps Grant Dreams and Inspire Communities
July 18, 2024Make-A-Wish has long been a beacon of hope for children with chronic or terminal illnesses, granting wishes that bring joy and create lasting memories. In 2024 alone, Make-A-Wish Central &…
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Upcountry History Museum to host Quilts of Valor Display
July 15, 2024Quilts to be Awarded to Local Veterans in Special Ceremonies on July 20 What began as one mother’s dream when her son was deployed in Iraq in 2003 is now…
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Upcountry History Museum Presents Unique Exhibit of Iconic Artist, Frida Kahlo
June 27, 2024Recognized as one of Mexico’s most prolific and well-known female artists, Frida Kahlo’s work has been the subject of many exhibitions. In this traveling retrospective, “Frida Kahlo: Through the Lens…
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The Mills House, Curio Collection by Hilton inducted into Historic Hotels of America®
June 24, 2024The Mills House, Curio Collection by Hilton in Charleston, South Carolina, announced it has been inducted into Historic Hotels of America®, the official program of the National Trust for Historic…
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Upcountry History Museum channels the ‘Force’ for newest exhibition
June 17, 2024Iconic movies produce memorable characters and memorable characters often create lasting identities by the costumes they wear. There’s no mistaking who the characters are in “Finding the Force…Awakening an Empire,”…
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Firefly Distillery unveils Tom & Huck Distillers: A New Era of Refined Spirits
June 13, 2024An elevated whiskey and bourbon experience launches ahead of Father’s Day & National Bourbon Day Firefly Distillery, South Carolina’s most popular distillery, announces the launch of Tom & Huck Distillers,…
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American Legion Post 25’s 3rd Annual Golf Tournament Hits a Hole-in-One at Lakeside Country Club
June 10, 2024American Legion Post 25 celebrated a triumphant 3rd annual golf tournament at Lakeside Country Club, drawing in an impressive number of participants and sponsors. The event, held on June 7,…
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20 South Battery launches exclusive Seasonal Packages
June 6, 202420 South Battery, a historic boutique hotel in Charleston, SC, today announces exclusive Seasonal Packages for discerning travelers and Lowcountry locals that are available for booking. Featuring “Tiptoe Through the…
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Honoring Robin Morse: Celebrating a Life of Service and Dedication
June 3, 2024It’s often said when loved ones gather to remember someone who has passed, there’s a beginning date and an end date, but it’s the dash that truly matters. The dash…
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Historic Columbia announces June 2024 events
June 3, 2024Historic Columbia is excited to announce programming and events for June 2024. See the full list of June events below and be sure to leave room in your calendar to…
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Pop’s BBQ and Country Cooking Now Open for Your Dining Pleasure!
May 29, 2024Just two weeks after announcing the launch of his new restaurant, owners Marcus and Fran Cheeks proudly opened the doors of Pop’s BBQ and Country Cooking to a strong crowd…
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15th Annual MURPH Challenge at CrossFit864 Honors Fallen Heroes
May 27, 2024On Memorial Day, CrossFit864 in Clinton hosted its 15th annual MURPH Challenge, a tradition that started the first year founders Jay and Janice Long launched their gym. A group of…
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Laurens County Hall of Heroes Honors Fallen Soldiers Despite Storm
May 27, 2024Late morning storms couldn’t stop the Laurens County Hall of Heroes (LCHOH) from hosting a heartfelt Memorial Day event, honoring the brave men and women who sacrificed their lives for…
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Laurens County Republican Candidates Forum
May 21, 2024The June 11th Republican Primary is heating up quickly with many important positions up for grabs! Partnering with the Lakelands Young Republicans, the Laurens County Republican Party will host a…
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Whiteford’s of Laurens – Elevating Special Occasions with Expanded Catering Services
May 20, 2024Since 1969, Whiteford’s of Laurens has been a cornerstone of local dining, originally founded by Ernest Whiteford and now led by his son, Ernie Whiteford. What began as a modest…
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Upcountry History Museum is a 2024 Blue Star Museum
May 17, 2024The Upcountry History Museum – Greenville County has joined museums nationwide in the Blue Star Museums program, a collaboration that provides free admission to the nation’s active-duty military personnel and…
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CrossFit864 Hosts Annual Pump and Run/Pull and Run Event
May 14, 2024On Saturday, May 11, CrossFit864 in Clinton played host to its annual Pump and Run/Pull and Run event, drawing athletes from various fitness backgrounds eager to test their strength and…
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The Voice of Good Morning Up Country Goes Silent
May 13, 2024The resonant voice of Randy Stevens, the beloved host of “Good Morning Up Country,” fell silent unexpectedly on Friday, May 10, 2024, marking the end of a remarkable era in…
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Doris Glymph Greene to receive Doctor of Humane Letters
May 10, 2024Ecumenical University announced the presentation of the Doctor of Humane Letters, Honoris Causa to Doris Glymph Greene at its 28th Annual Convocation on Sunday, May 19, 2024, at 4 PM…
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Laurens County School District 56 Celebrates Longevity and Excellence at Annual Banquet
May 8, 2024The Laurens County School District 56 recently honored its dedicated staff at the Annual Retirement and 25 Year Service Awards Reception and Banquet held at Clinton High School. This event…
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Grand Slam Ticket Sale for Southeastern BBQ Showdown
May 1, 2024Capital City/Lake Murray Country announced the Grand Slam Ticket Sale, offering attendees a steal of a deal on tickets for the Southeastern BBQ Showdown, June 14-15 at Segra Park. The…
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A Summer of Big Screen Magic: The Nick announces kids summer movies series
April 29, 2024The Nick announces its newest offering for 2024: the Kids Summer Movies series! From June to July, families are invited to visit Columbia’s beloved nonprofit movie theater for a nostalgic…
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It’s a Bird, It’s a Plane, It’s A Flock of Seagulls headed to Harbison Theatre this May!
April 25, 2024It’s A Bird, It’s A Plane, It’s A Flock of Seagulls A New Wave Legacy is on the path to Harbison Theatre! A Flock of Seagulls, the iconic new wave…
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Historic boutique hotel 20 South Battery hosting launch party celebrating PBS show feature
April 17, 202420 South Battery, a cherished historic boutique hotel nestled in the heart of Charleston’s Old and Historic District, today announces its upcoming Launch Party on April 28th, celebrating its feature…
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A Complete Guide to upcoming Columbia Food and Wine Festival, April 24-28
April 15, 2024Positioned to be its Biggest Year Yet, Limited Tickets to Festival Events Still Available for Purchase Restaurant partners and event details for the seventh annual Columbia Food & Wine Festival,…
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Champions of Laurens County: Fostering Community Growth and Celebrating Local Treasures
April 8, 2024In Laurens County, a trio of dedicated real estate professionals, Susan Raynal, Susan Tallman, and Heather Tiller, exemplify what it means to truly embody the spirit of their community. Recently…
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Free Main Street Jazz Fest by ColaJazz returns May 11
April 8, 2024Outdoor jazz fest on May 11 from 2 – 9 p.m. on the 1700 block of Main Street The Main Street Jazz Fest presented by the award-winning ColaJazz Foundation (ColaJazz), returns to the 1700…
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Community invited/free event: New family-friendly festival to cap off 46th Annual United Community Reedy River Run
April 2, 2024Lace up your running shoes and mark your calendars because the 46th Annual United Community Reedy River Run and Festival is Saturday, April 20. This year, the finish line for…
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Phillip Phillips to perform live in Spartanburg at free concert celebration
March 27, 2024An evening of music and community spirit brought to you by BMW Charity Pro-Am presented by TD SYNNEX and The Johnson Group The BMW Charity Pro-Am presented by TD SYNNEX…
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Growing Roots: The Evolution of Verdin’s Farm and Garden – Part 2
March 24, 2024Cover photo: Three generations of Verdins – L to R Daniel Verdin holding Calhoun, Bowt Verdin, Whitson Verdin and Danny Verdin holding Jake. In the early 1990s, Danny and Kim Verdin…
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Artisans, volunteers sought for Richland County Ag + Art Tour
March 21, 2024Painters, potters, quilters, writers, musicians, storytellers, bakers and other local artisans are invited to apply to be featured in the annual S.C. Ag + Art Tour, which Richland County will…
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PC Advances to Play Top Seed Gamecocks After Historic First Ever March Madness Win
March 21, 2024The Presbyterian College Blue Hose women’s basketball team (21-14) won the program’s first ever NCAA Tournament game on Wednesday night over the Sacred Heart Pioneers (24-9) behind 24 points in…
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Endeavor announces international and local gamechangers for Collaborators & Cocktails speaker series
March 20, 2024Endeavor Workspaces welcomes Global Brand Marketer Fabio Tambosi and Greenville entrepreneur Carl Sobocinski for two special Collaborators & Cocktails events on April 11th and 24th. Limited tickets are now available…
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Laurens Mayor Announces Promotion of Captain Heath Copeland to Chief of Police
March 19, 2024Laurens Mayor Nathan Senn addressed the press on Tuesday morning to unveil a significant decision for the Laurens Police Department. Mayor Senn announced the promotion of Captain Heath Copeland to…
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Presbyterian Women to Face Sacred Heart in March Madness 2024 NCAA Tournament’s First Four
March 17, 2024Presbyterian College (PC) women’s basketball team made history as they entered the March Madness 2024 NCAA Tournament for the first time. The excitement among Blue Hose supporters was electric with…
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Historic Victory: PC Women’s Basketball Team Triumphs in Big South Championship and Returns Home to Warm Welcome
March 11, 2024Presbyterian College’s women’s basketball team secured a historic triumph Sunday, clinching the Big South Championship for the first time in the program’s history. The Blue Hose dominated the finals, defeating…
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Successful Lake Greenwood Cleanup Effort Reflects Community Commitment
March 11, 2024In a display of community spirit and environmental stewardship, over 20 dedicated volunteers braved the rain on Saturday to participate in the cleanup of Riverfork Access and sections of Riverfork…
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The Artist Coop in Laurens Unveils Its New Home on Public Square
March 10, 2024The Artist Coop in Laurens has recently relocated to its new home on the Public Square in downtown Laurens. Last week, they celebrated this significant milestone with a grand re-opening…
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Clinton High School and Clinton Middle School Science Olympiad Teams Clinch State Victory AGAIN!
March 6, 2024The Clinton Middle School (CHS) and Clinton High School (CMS) Science Olympiad teams have once again demonstrated their prowess, securing their 22nd and 13th wins respectively. The journey that began…
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Celebrating Excellence: Highlights from the 45th Annual Laurens County Chamber of Commerce Dinner & Awards Gala
March 6, 2024The Laurens County Chamber of Commerce 45th Annual Dinner & Awards program was held on Thursday, February 29 on the campus of Presbyterian College. The even marks the culmination of…
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20 South Battery hosts special house and garden tour benefiting the Preservation Society of Charleston
March 5, 202420 South Battery celebrated a special house and garden tour on Monday, March 4th. The event, organized for a private group, resulted in a generous donation of $35,000 to the…
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‘Bedtime Stitches’ exhibit at Upcountry History Museum showcases distinctive talents of fabric artist Salley Mavor
February 28, 2024Bringing stories from the pages of her books to life is what fabric artist and children’s author Salley Mavor does best, and her latest exhibit, “Salley Mavor: Bedtime Stitches,” showcases…
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The Contemporaries host “Neon Dreams: A Pop Art Affair” March 2, tickets on sale
February 27, 2024Raising Funds for its Art Acquisition Efforts, the Annual Ball Promises a Night of Artistic Splendor and Social Impact The Contemporaries of the Columbia Museum of Art (CMA) will convene…
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20 South Battery to host Charleston Symphony in gratitude to Itzhak Perlman performance supporters
February 22, 202420 South Battery will open its doors on February 22, 2024, to host a special evening in appreciation of supporters of the upcoming Itzhak Perlman performance at the Charleston Gaillard…
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Locally Crafted: Simply G.O.A.T.’s Gentle Skincare Products
February 21, 2024Simply G.O.A.T. is the brainchild of two siblings, Priscilla and Susanna Rankin. Hailing from Hickory Tavern, SC, their journey began with a shared passion for crafting uncomplicated, safe, and effective…
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Dr. Nancy Tolson to Speak at Friends of the Library Program
February 13, 2024Dr. Nancy D. Tolson will speak to the Friends of the Laurens County Library. The presentation, entitled “The Importance of Diverse Children’s Literature,” will be held at the Laurens Library,…
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Bohemian Color Lounge Now Open in Clinton with Galentine’s Day Event Scheduled
February 12, 2024Sutton Field, an accomplished stylist and Paul Mitchell The School Columbia graduate, opened the doors of The Bohemian Color Lounge at 108 N. Broad Street in Clinton on February 9th.…
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