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The Charleston Place has completed the latest phase of its $150 million renovation, introducing a new Club Level, rooftop pool and extensively renovated guest accommodations in downtown Charleston. (Photo/The Charleston Place)
Jul 17, 2026

The Charleston Place finishes next phase of “reimagination” project

  After announcing the project in 2022, The Charleston Place in downtown Charleston announced the completion of the next phase in its $150 million renovation project. The latest phase of […]

Rick Erwin Dining Group has acquired CityRange Steakhouse Grill, adding the longtime Upstate restaurant brand to its portfolio while keeping the CityRange name and operations intact. (Photo/CityRange Steakhouse Grill)
Jul 8, 2026

Rick Erwin Dining Group acquires CityRange

Rick Erwin Dining Group has acquired CityRange Steakhouse Grill, expanding its Upstate restaurant portfolio while preserving the longtime local brand.

Charleston Hospitality Group has become the first Lowcountry hospitality company to join Anthropic's Claude Partner Network, expanding its use of artificial intelligence across operations and guest services. (Photo/DepositPhotos)
Jun 22, 2026

Charleston Hospitality Group joins Anthropic AI network

Charleston Hospitality Group has joined Anthropic's Claude Partner Network, becoming the first Lowcountry hospitality group in the AI program.

The Lowline Hotel, a reimagined hospitality destination in downtown Charleston, opens this summer at the former Hyatt Place Charleston Historic District property. (Photo/DepositPhotos)
Jun 2, 2026

Highline Hospitality Partners to open second King Street hotel

The Lowline Hotel opens in downtown Charleston with 197 rooms, a new restaurant, event space and amenities at the former Hyatt Place site.

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.

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.

Barry Thompson has been promoted to East Region president at Breakthru Beverage, expanding his leadership across several key markets. (Photo/DepositPhotos)
May 1, 2026

Breakthru Beverage promotes South Carolina leader to region president

Breakthru Beverage promotes Barry Thompson to East Region president, expanding his leadership across South Carolina and key East Coast markets

The Cooper hotel has opened along Charleston’s waterfront, offering luxury accommodations, dining and amenities with views of the Cooper River. (Photo/Jovani Demetrie)
Apr 7, 2026

The Cooper opens doors as Charleston’s first luxury waterfront hotel

The Cooper hotel opens in downtown Charleston with 191 rooms, luxury amenities, water-front views and dining, marking a major hospitality debut.

South Island Market on Johns Island is designed to reflect the island’s character, incorporating walkable spaces, preserved open land and a mix of commercial and residential uses. (Rendering/Pickney Partners)
Mar 19, 2026

South Island Market breaks ground in Johns Island

South Island Market breaks ground on Johns Island with Roper St. Francis and Sotheby’s as tenants in a mixed-use development serving island communities.

A new president and CEO will take over leadership at the South Carolina Restaurant & Lodging Association in April. (Photo/DepositPhotos)
Mar 17, 2026

Mark Newman named SCRLA president and CEO

Mark Newman has been named president and CEO of the South Carolina Restaurant & Lodging Association, bringing tourism and public media leadership experience.

Chef Nick Dugan will lead The Crossing, a Mediterranean-inspired waterfront restaurant opening March 30 at The Cooper hotel in Charleston. (Rendering/The Crossing)
Mar 13, 2026

The Cooper hotel Mediterranean restaurant sets opening date

The Crossing, a Mediterranean-inspired waterfront restaurant led by Chef Nick Dugan, will open March 30 at The Cooper hotel in Charleston.

An MPS rendering of United Community was on display at the announcement. The bank has committed to moving into the proposed new development. (Photo/Stephanie Kalina-Metzger)
Mar 13, 2026

Falls Park Conference District gains partners in Greenville

Major partners including Auro Hotels, United Community and Hines are advancing Greenville’s Falls Park Conference District mixed-use development.