South Carolina has always been known for down-home Southern cooking, seafood dishes like the Lowcountry boil, and of course, the many styles of pork barbecue to be found here. But the Palmetto State wasn’t the first place that sprang to mind when...
Visitors to the Columbia region generated a $3.0 billion economic impact in 2025, spending $1.9 billion throughout the local economy and supporting 23,731 jobs, according to the latest Economic Impact of Visitors to Columbia, SC study conducted by...
The Olde English District Tourism Commission (OED) has announced that it was named the 2026 Fairfield County Tourism Partner of the Year during the Fairfield County Chamber of Commerce Annual Awards Gala. The award recognizes the OED's dedication...
The comforting aroma of crispy fried chicken, creamy macaroni and cheese, and warm cornbread instantly engulfs you upon entering a Southern cafeteria. Proceeding down the tray line is a feast for the eyes. These iconic eating adventures have been...
The Fairfield County Chamber of Commerce invites residents and visitors from across South Carolina to step back in time during "Fairfield in the Revolution: Stories of the Backcountry," a two-day immersive living history event taking place April...
The South Carolina Restaurant & Lodging Association (SCRLA) announced that Mark Newman has officially begun his tenure as president and chief executive officer, effective March 30. Following a comprehensive national search, Newman takes the...
The Indigo Road Hospitality Group (IRHG) has announced it will operate the forthcoming Haigler Hotel and its signature restaurant, a new boutique destination currently under construction in downtown Camden, South Carolina. Attached to Camden’s...
The South Carolina Restaurant and Lodging Association (SCRLA) applauded Gov. Henry McMaster for signing H. 5261, a joint resolution that extends the deadline for mandatory alcohol server training to May 1, 2026, providing, officials say,...
The U.S. Congress designated March as Irish-American Heritage Month in 1991, and the president issues a proclamation commemorating the occasion each year. Originally a religious holiday to honor St. Patrick who introduced Christianity to Ireland...
South Carolina's hospitality industry is experiencing a robust period, with tourism generating roughly $29 billion annually and total, high-performing visitor volume, particularly in coastal areas and key cities like Charleston and Greenville. The...
Hundreds of the tourism industry leaders gathered at the Myrtle Beach Convention Center February 9-10 for the 61st annual South Carolina Governor’s Conference on Tourism & Travel. The conference is hosted by the South Carolina Department of...
Earlier this week, the South Carolina Restaurant and Lodging Association (SCRLA) hosted its 73rd Annual Stars of the Hospitality Industry Awards at the Hilton Columbia Center. Presented by Sysco, this gala celebrates the best and brightest of the...
The Michael and Amy Bennett School of Hospitality and Tourism Management is making its debut at the College of Charleston, a gift that was announced at a ceremony on Friday, Jan. 9, at Hotel Bennett. The...
The Texas Rangers last week announced the organization's 2026 minor league coordinators and coaching staffs for their four affiliates. The Rangers have brought new leadership to Spartanburg, as Carlos Maldonado takes the helm for...
Leading hospitality management, development, and investment organization Raines is joining forces with The Warren Norman Company, Noble Food and Pursuits, Comporium and WinthropLIFE to create the first boutique hotel in Rock Hill with the mission...
Brookgreen Gardens President Page Kiniry’s Job Blends Tourism, Art, History, and More
Surging growth in Greenville-Spartanburg drives South Carolina's industrial market as the state continues to emerge from a 2024 slowdown, according to a 25Q3 industrial report from Colliers.
Hotel Hartness transformed from family home into home-away-from-home for guests
Four South Carolina restaurants and one in North Carolina named to inaugural American South MICHELIN Guide
Terrance Ford, AT&T, to Chair Columbia Chamber Board of Directors.