{"id":6858,"date":"2025-02-07T18:08:38","date_gmt":"2025-02-07T18:08:38","guid":{"rendered":"http:\/\/gpstrianglenews.com\/index.php\/2025\/02\/07\/capital-city-lake-murray-country-honors-senators-setzler-and-shealy-for-dedication-to-regional-tourism\/"},"modified":"2025-02-07T18:08:38","modified_gmt":"2025-02-07T18:08:38","slug":"capital-city-lake-murray-country-honors-senators-setzler-and-shealy-for-dedication-to-regional-tourism","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/gpstrianglenews.com\/index.php\/2025\/02\/07\/capital-city-lake-murray-country-honors-senators-setzler-and-shealy-for-dedication-to-regional-tourism\/","title":{"rendered":"Capital City\/Lake Murray Country Honors Senators Setzler and Shealy for Dedication to Regional Tourism"},"content":{"rendered":"<p><strong>LAKE MURRAY, S.C.<\/strong> &mdash; The Capital City\/Lake Murray Country Regional Tourism Board (CCLMC) recognized Senators Nikki Setzler and Katrina Shealy for their outstanding contributions to regional tourism and economic development during a Board of Directors meeting on January 29, 2025, at the Lake Murray Country Visitors Center.<\/p>\n<p>Senator Nikki Setzler, the longest-serving state senator in South Carolina history, was honored for his 48 years of service to Lexington County. His leadership, particularly as a member of the Senate Finance Committee, has been instrumental in elevating CCLMC&rsquo;s tourism initiatives, fostering economic growth, and increasing the organization&rsquo;s recognition among state leaders.<\/p>\n<p>Senator Katrina Shealy, serving for 12 years, was also recognized for her dedication and support of CCLMC&rsquo;s efforts. Her advocacy has played a vital role in promoting tourism and economic development, ensuring the success of CCLMC&rsquo;s events and marketing campaigns.<\/p>\n<p>As a token of appreciation, both Senators received a painting titled &ldquo;Purple Martin Majesty&rdquo; by artist Kelly Pelfrey from the CCLMC Board of Directors.<\/p>\n<p><em>&#8220;Senators Setzler and Shealy have been steadfast supporters of our mission, and we are incredibly grateful for their contributions to regional tourism,&#8221;<\/em> said Miriam Atria, President and CEO of CCLMC. <em>&#8220;Their efforts have strengthened our region&rsquo;s visibility and helped ensure that tourism continues to drive economic prosperity in South Carolina.&#8221;<\/em><\/p>\n","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":"<p>LAKE MURRAY, S.C. &mdash; The Capital City\/Lake Murray Country Regional Tourism Board (CCLMC) recognized Senators Nikki Setzler and Katrina Shealy for their outstanding contributions to regional tourism and economic development during a Board of Directors meeting on January 29, 2025, at the Lake Murray Country Visitors Center. 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