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Hospitality and Tourism

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.

Construction is underway on 114 townhomes at The Radler in Nexton, expanding housing options in Summerville. (Rendering/Woodfield Development)
Apr 2, 2026

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.

The historic Westin Poinsett hotel in downtown Greenville has been sold to Highline Hospitality Partners. (Photo/Ross Norton)
Apr 2, 2026

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 will open April 20 in the former Urban Wren space on Markley Street in Greenville’s West End. (Photo/Stephanie Kalina-Metzger)
Apr 2, 2026

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 officials are seeking public input as plans begin for the Congaree Riverfront District along the city’s riverfront. (Photo/DepositPhotos)
Apr 1, 2026

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.

Abby Minihan brings Division I coaching success and leadership expertise to her new role as head coach of Greenville Liberty SC. (Photo/Greenville Pro Soccer)
Mar 30, 2026

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.

The Haigler Hotel under construction in Camden will bring boutique lodging dining and event space to the historic city. (Rendering/Wentz Chesson)
Mar 27, 2026

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 Group has opened a Charleston headquarters as it looks to expand its national network of fixed-base operations. (Photo/DepositPhotos)
Mar 26, 2026

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.

Upstate brand Tipsy Taco is returning to some of the early ways that made the restaurant group successful when it debuted in 2016. (Photo/Ghost Brands)
Mar 23, 2026

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.

Bareo, a new dumpling-focused restaurant from Chef Nikko Cagalanan and Paula Kramer, has opened at 73 Spring St. in Charleston. (Photo/Byrdhouse PR)
Mar 18, 2026

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.

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.