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Hospitality and Tourism

Berkeley County opened six public boat ramps and expanded trailer parking at Atkins Landing ahead of the waterfront park’s full opening this summer. (Photo/Berkeley County)
May 20, 2026

Berkeley County opens portion of $10.5M waterfront park

Berkeley County opened six boat ramps and 180 parking spaces at Atkins Landing ahead of the full waterfront park opening in June.

Lowcountry Land Trust permanently protected H&H Farm on Wadmalaw Island through a donated conservation easement preserving farmland and wildlife habitat. (Photo/Lowcountry Land Trust)
May 15, 2026

Lowcountry Land Trust protects Wadmalaw farm

Lowcountry Land Trust protected 84 acres on Wadmalaw Island, preserving farmland, wildlife habitat and ecologically significant land.

A suit with a secret — Greyson Clothiers’ new King Street boutique blends apparel retail with a hidden members-only lounge inside The Nickel Hotel in Charleston. (Photo/Greyson Clothiers)
May 14, 2026

King Street menswear boutique hides speakeasy-style lounge behind secret door

Greyson Clothiers opened a King Street boutique in Charleston featuring luxury retail, a private social club and hospitality-driven shopping.

State officials, NASCAR representatives and Darlington Raceway leaders announced a new Airbnb partnership at the South Carolina State House on May 12. (Photo/DepositPhotos)
May 12, 2026

Darlington Raceway joins Airbnb NASCAR partnership

Darlington Raceway joined a new Airbnb and NASCAR partnership that will connect race fans with local lodging options in 2027.

Vicious Biscuit strengthened its leadership team with new franchise development and support roles as the restaurant brand pursues national expansion. (Photo/Andrew Cebulka)
May 12, 2026

Vicious Biscuit expands leadership for franchise growth

Vicious Biscuit added new franchise leadership as the Charleston-founded brand targets up to 75 locations over the next five years.

New coffee shops in Mauldin and Simpsonville are blending community, culture and specialty drinks to create unique customer experiences in Greenville County. (Photo/Stephanie Kalina-Metzger)
May 11, 2026

Greenville County welcomes two new coffee shops

Two new coffee shops in Greenville County are bringing Vietnamese coffee culture, organ-ic offerings and community-focused spaces.

Jared Hellman and Andrew Hare started Old Duck after first pursuing separate careers elsewhere. (Photo/Old Duck)
May 4, 2026

Odd Duck growth reflects momentum in state’s startup ecosystem

Odd Duck, a Charleston-based startup, is expanding to three Lowcountry locations, highlighting South Carolina’s growing small business and startup ecosystem.

Michelin-star chef Johnny Curiel and his wife Kasie are expanding their acclaimed Mexican restaurant Alteño from Denver to Charleston. The new location will open this summer at The Charlee on Cannon, bringing cuisine inspired by Mexico’s Jaliscan Highlands and highlighting Charleston’s local coastal ingredients. (Photo/Alteño)
May 4, 2026

Michelin-star chef brings Denver restaurant to Charleston

Michelin-star chef Johnny Curiel is bringing his Mexican cuisine from Denver to Charleston with a new Alteño location opening this summer in The Charlee on Cannon.

Bill Murray will headline the 2026 BMW Charity Pro-Am, bringing star power and live music to the Upstate’s annual charity golf tournament. (Photo/Ross Norton)
Apr 27, 2026

BMW Charity Pro-Am lands Bill Murray for 2026 event

Bill Murray leads the 2026 BMW Charity Pro-Am in Spartanburg and Greer, bringing celebrities, concerts and golf to benefit Upstate charities.

South Main Social brings a vinyl listening room and craft cocktail experience to downtown Greenville’s S. Main Street. (Photo/Justin Driscoll Photography)
Apr 24, 2026

South Main Social to open in downtown Greenville

South Main Social opens April 28 in downtown Greenville, blending a vinyl listening room, craft cocktails and globally inspired cuisine.

Chef Josh Rogerson leads the opening team at Melrose Market, a new American brasserie concept in Columbia’s Melrose Heights. (Photo/Melrose Market)
Apr 23, 2026

Melrose Market hires chef Josh Rogerson in Columbia

Melrose Market in Columbia names chef Josh Rogerson to lead its kitchen, unveiling plans for an American brasserie in Melrose Heights.

Now that Chef Michael Sibert has captured the nation’s attention, he’s focused long term on a lasting local legacy. (Photo/DepositPhotos)
Apr 23, 2026

Chef Michael Sibert elevates Greer dining scene

Chef Michael Sibert of White Wine and Butter in Greer earns national honors and grows a destination restaurant rooted in Southern cuisine and community.