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Hospitality and Tourism

Murray is home to 12 species of game fish, particularly largemouth and striped bass. In recent years, thousands of people have visited the lake for fishing tournaments. (Photo/Provided)
Nov 27, 2023

How Lake Murray in Columbia evolved from energy source to tourism hotspot

Lake Murray, originally created to generate electricity, evolves into tourism destination as a magnet for thousands of South Carolina residents.

Whataburger is headquartered in San Antonio and has nearly 990 locations across 14, soon-to-be 16 states, operating 24/7, 364 days a year. and sales of more than $3 billion annually. (Photo/Provided)
Nov 21, 2023

Texas burger chain enters South Carolina market with 10 planned locations

The company is headquartered in San Antonio and has nearly 990 locations across 14, soon-to-be 16 states, operating 24/7, 364 days a year, and sales of more than $3 billion annually.

Nov 17, 2023

New Italian-inspired restaurant, market to open in historic Greenville mill

A restaurant and retail market emphasizing live-fire cooking on its menu items will open a location in one of Greenville’s historic revitalized mills. With a chef-driven menu featuring a range of pizzas, paninis, fand other items, complemented by a retail market with …

The West Courtyard is a nearly 43,000-square-foot gathering space that can accommodate more than 1,000 guests. (Photo/Provided)
Nov 15, 2023

Event venue, outdoor space opens at Judson Mill in Greenville

The nearly 43,000-square-foot gathering space, which can accommodate more than 1,000 guests, was once a roadway and is surrounded by 100-year-old masonry.

Greenville South Carolina Sunset Aerial.
Nov 9, 2023

City Club of Greenville has new leadership team

The City Club of Greenville, once known as the Commerce Club, has a new leadership team: Ted Sweeney and Kimberley Loper. Sweeney, the newly appointed general manager, has worked with many clubs in the past such as the Biltmore Forest Country Club, Interlachen Country Club and the Houston Country Club. He has been involved wit[...]

Oct 10, 2023

Greenville’s biggest event of the year returns for 42nd edition

That time of year has arrived where all senses are combined into one event on downtown Greenville’s Main Street. After 42 years, the annual Fall for Greenville remains the city’s biggest event of the year. Thousands of people flood Main Street for the ‘tastes, tunes and taps’ around the three-day festival. The Bank of Am[...]

Oct 6, 2023

Two South Carolina cities make Cond Nast Best Cities in US list

Two South Carolina cities noted for their beauty and culinary scene have once again been named to a national ranking of best U.S. cities.

Oct 4, 2023

Inaugural college basketball, community event coming to downtown Greenville

The event will commemorate the enduring legacy of Dr. Martin Luther King Jr. while showcasing 14 basketball teams, and will include a career expo and a parade through downtown Greenville.

Oct 3, 2023

VisitGreenvilleSC rebrands, refocuses with new destination message

The slogan "Yeah, THAT Greenville" has been successful in differentiating Greenville from other Greenvilles, but leaders say there is an opportunity to shift the position from "which" Greenville to "why" this Greenville.

Oct 2, 2023

Greenville brewery to close after 7 years of business

The owners, who also recently shut down thier gastropub in The Overlook neighborhood in Greenville, said they'll close the brewery and taproom after an upcoming jazz event.

Oct 2, 2023

The South Carolina State Fair opens soon here’s what’s new this year

The annual event is promising a fusion of tradition and innovation — featuring not only the fair classics but also 13 new foods and drinks and two world-class traveling exhibits.

Sep 28, 2023

Owners of Tacozzini open sandwich concept at Greenville food hall

This is the third brick-and-mortar restaurant for the husband/wife duo, one of whom is from German and the other is of Polish descent and from New Jersey.