FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASECONTACT: Natalie OstermanPHONE: 843.757.1010E-MAIL: natalie@blufftonchamberofcommerce.orghttps://blufftonchamberofcommerce.org/FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASEDowntown Deli & Catering Named South Carolina Small Business of the YearColumbia, S.C. (May 1, 2026) – Downtown Deli & Catering has been named the recipient of the prestigious South Carolina Small Business of the Year award, announced on April 30, 2026, at Small Business Day in Columbia. The award recognizes outstanding achievement, growth,
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