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.
The Radler in Nexton expands with 114 townhomes by 2027
Woodfield Development and PGIM begin construction on 114 townhomes at Nexton in Summerville, expanding The Radler community.
Westin Poinsett hotel in Greenville sold to new owner
Highline Hospitality Partners acquires the historic Westin Poinsett hotel in downtown Greenville, marking a new chapter for the landmark property.
Cork & Cleaver to bring steakhouse tradition to Greenville’s West End
Cork & Cleaver will open April 20 in Greenville’s West End, bringing steakhouse fare and a wine-focused menu to the former Urban Wren space.
Columbia launches Congaree Riverfront District plan
Columbia begins planning its Congaree Riverfront District with public input on a 100-acre site, greenway expansion and future development vision.
Greenville Liberty SC names Abby Minihan head coach
Greenville Liberty SC hires Abby Minihan as head coach, bringing Division I success and leadership expertise as the club expands women’s soccer in the Upstate.
Indigo Road expands with Haigler Hotel in Camden
Indigo Road Hospitality Group expands to Camden with the Haigler Hotel a 50-room boutique property blending history dining and event space.
Infinity Aviation opens headquarters in Charleston
Infinity Aviation Group opens a Charleston headquarters to grow its FBO network through mergers and expand private jet operations across the U.S.
Tipsy Taco brings back founder Roger Carlton as CEO
Tipsy Taco names founder Roger Carlton CEO as it resets brand, expands in North Carolina and refocuses on scratch-made food and guest experience.
Chef Nikko Cagalanan opens Bareo dumpling bar in Charleston
James Beard finalist Chef Nikko Cagalanan opens Bareo in Charleston, a dumpling-focused restaurant with Asian flavors tea service and kakigōri desserts.
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.
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.













