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Art & Light Gallery Hosts 18th Annual Small Works Exhibition
Art & Light Gallery hosts 18th annual Small Works Exhibition In Greenville, the beloved Art & Light Gallery will be hosting the 18th annual Small Works exhibition from July 30...
100 Years and Counting: Greenville Businesses That Have Stood the Test of Time
100 Years and Counting: Greenville Businesses That Have Stood the Test of Time Imagine it: 100 years. In 1924, the United States was in the “Roaring Twenties”. Two men who...
SC Launch Invests $250K in Greenville Sustainable Packaging Company
SC Launch Awards $250K Investment to Greenville-based Bubble Paper Sustainable Packaging Company Bubble Paper Receives Funding Boost In a move signaling noteworthy advancement for eco-friendly business solutions, SC Launch, the...
Greenville Named Top 10 US Location for Healthy Eating on a Budget
Greenville Named Top 10 US Location for Healthy Eating on a Budget Living on a tight budget can sometimes lead to choosing fast food options. However, there are places in...
SC Launch Funds Greenville-based Bubble Paper with $250K Investment
SC Launch Funds Greenville-based Bubble Paper with $250K Investment GREENVILLE, SC – On July 23, South Carolina Research Authority’s (SCRA) investment wing, SC Launch, announced a significant investment of a...
Prisma Health and UnitedHealthcare Reach New Agreement
Prisma Health and UnitedHealthcare Sign a New Multi-Year Agreement Greenville, SC – In major business news, Prisma Health and UnitedHealthcare (United) have announced their newest multi-year agreement. Officials have stated...
Greenville YMCA CEO Announces Retirement, Successor Named
Greenville YMCA CEO Announces Retirement, Successor Named After more than 20 years of commendable service as CEO and President of Greenville’s YMCA, Scot Baddley has decided to retire this September....
SC Launch Awards $250K Investment to Greenville-Based Bubble Paper
SC Launch Awards $250K Investment to Greenville-Based Bubble Paper Greenville, South Carolina – Bubble Paper, a local entrance into the world of shipping solutions, has received some welcome financial backing....
Local Cue Bar Ceases Liquor Sales over Mounting Liability Insurance Costs
Local Cue Bar Ceases Liquor Sales over Mounting Liability Insurance Costs Rising Costs of Liquor Liability Insurance Greenville, SC In a step forced by economic pressures, a Greenville bar that’s...
HEALTHCARE
Greenville Named Top 10 US Location for Healthy Eating on a Budget
Greenville Named Top 10 US Location for Healthy Eating on a Budget Living on a tight budget can sometimes lead to choosing fast food options. However, there are places in...
Prisma Health and UnitedHealthcare Reach New Agreement
Prisma Health and UnitedHealthcare Sign a New Multi-Year Agreement Greenville, SC – In major business news, Prisma Health and UnitedHealthcare (United) have announced their newest multi-year agreement. Officials have stated...
Greenville YMCA CEO Announces Retirement, Successor Named
Greenville YMCA CEO Announces Retirement, Successor Named After more than 20 years of commendable service as CEO and President of Greenville’s YMCA, Scot Baddley has decided to retire this September....
Severe Drought in South Carolina Likely to Impact Crop Yield and Increase Grocery Prices
Lowcountry farmers say this drought will likely affect grocery prices Every South Carolina county in state of drought The Department of Natural Resources in South Carolina has reported that all...
South Carolina Research Authority Expands Presence with New Office in Greenville to Bolster Startups and Innovation
South Carolina Research Authority Opens New Office in Greenville To propel innovation and bolster startups in the Upstate region, the South Carolina Research Authority (SCRA) celebrated the grand opening of...
Possible End to Dominance of Trillion-Dollar Entities in Stock Market, Trends Indicate Potential Shift
Are Stock Market Trends About to Shift? CHARLESTON, SOUTH CAROLINA – The stock market, an enigma to many, remains the center of financial conversations as current trends hint at a...
Hilltop of Greenville Ensures Quality Memory Care Experience
Hilltop of Greenville Helps Residents Live Their Best Lives Creating a Dignified and Personalized Living Experience Greenville’s Hilltop Memory Care facility has proven dedicated to providing a warm and dignified...
Prisma Health Invests $41M in Advanced Smart Beds – Improving Patient Experience and Workflow
Prisma Health Invests $41M in Advanced ‘Smart Beds’ In a step towards revolutionizing the patient experience, Prisma Health is investing $41 million in new smart bed technology throughout their healthcare...
South Carolina’s Economy Outperforms Majority of U.S in 2023, Surpassing Expectations
South Carolina Economy Continues to Surpass Expectations South Carolina – The latest economic data from 2023 showcases exemplary economic performance in South Carolina, with the state’s economy continuing to outperform...
FINANCE
Greenville County’s Home Prices Rose in June
Greenville County’s Home Prices Rose in June A Look at the Rising Market In an impressive turn of events, the median list price for homes in Greenville County rose in...
Duke Energy Carolinas Bills Are About to Go Up
Duke Energy Carolinas Bills Are About to Go Up GREENVILLE, S.C. — Duke Energy Customers to Witness an Increase in Bills as The Public Service Commission Approves New Rates Duke...
Greenville Area Development Corp. Interim CEO Announces Retirement
Greenville Area Development Corp. Interim CEO Announces Retirement Greenville, SC – After over two decades of service, Kevin Landmesser, the Interim CEO of Greenville Area Development Corp. (GADC), has announced...
Greer Approves $51.6M Budget with Tax Increase
Greer Approves $51.6M Budget with Tax Increase City Council Notes – June 11, 2024 Greer City Council has given final approval to the city’s fiscal year 2024-25 budget, which totals...
Simpsonville Approves $24.5M Budget with 4% Employee Raise and Key Spending Initiatives
The city of Simpsonville has approved a more than $24.5 million operation budget for the 2024-25 fiscal year, with no tax increase and a 4% cost-of-living pay increase for each...
Greenville’s New Budget Includes Investment in Neighborhood Improvements
Greenville’s New Budget Includes Investment in Neighborhood Improvements GREENVILLE, S.C. – The city council of Greenville, South Carolina, unanimously approved the new budget this week, which includes significant investments in...
Upstate Business Owner Concerned Over Proposed Sanitation Station in Greenville County
Upstate Business Owner Concerned Over Proposed Sanitation Station Greenville County, South Carolina The future of a new trash site in Greenville County now sits in the hands of the Department...
Greenville City Council Approves $272.3 Million Operating Budget for Fiscal Year 2025
Greenville City Council approved the first reading of the city’s $272.3 million operating budget for fiscal year 2025. The budget was voted on following a public hearing held May 13....
Encore Bank Opens New Greenville Office in West End Historic District
Encore Bank opens new Greenville office in the heart of West End historic district Encore Bank recently celebrated the grand opening of its full-service branch in Greenville, South Carolina. The...
CONSTRUCTION
First ECHO Suites Extended Stay by Wyndham Debuts in South Carolina Amidst Major Infrastructure Projects
First ECHO Suites Extended Stay by Wyndham Opens in South Carolina A New Destination for Long-Term Travel The first in a promising line of extended stay accommodations, ECHO Suites Extended...
Myrtle Beach Prepares for Population Surge and Tourism Growth, Chamber of Commerce Steps Up Infrastructure and Workforce Plans
Myrtle Beach Chamber Readies for Population and Tourism Boom Myrtle Beach, a prime vacation hotspot and the heart of South Carolina’s Grand Strand, is gearing up for an impressive population...
South Carolina Research Authority Expands Presence with New Office in Greenville to Bolster Startups and Innovation
South Carolina Research Authority Opens New Office in Greenville To propel innovation and bolster startups in the Upstate region, the South Carolina Research Authority (SCRA) celebrated the grand opening of...
PGT Trucking Introduces New Terminals in Kentucky and South Carolina, Plans Further Expansion
PGT Trucking Expands Operations, Opens Terminals in Kentucky and South Carolina PGT Trucking, a Pennsylvania-based specialty carrier, has announced the successful opening of two new terminals in Ghent, Kentucky, and...
Signet Real Estate Group Propels Five-Story Mixed-Use Development Project Near Clemson University in South Carolina
Signet Moves Ahead with Five-Story Mixed-Use Development Near Clemson University in South Carolina CLEMSON, S.C. – Sparking a buzz in the South Carolina real estate space, Signet Real Estate Group...
Possible End to Dominance of Trillion-Dollar Entities in Stock Market, Trends Indicate Potential Shift
Are Stock Market Trends About to Shift? CHARLESTON, SOUTH CAROLINA – The stock market, an enigma to many, remains the center of financial conversations as current trends hint at a...
Yahoo Demonstrates Commitment to User Engagement, Privacy, and Transparency with Robust Measures
Yahoo: Championing Robust User Engagement and Privacy In a bold move demonstrating its commitment to user engagement and privacy, Yahoo, a significant member of the Yahoo brand family, provides an...
South Carolina Legislature Overhauls Tax Deduction, Approves Double Relief for Firefighters
South Carolina Approves Double Tax Relief for Firefighters Legislature Overhauls Tax Deduction for Public Safety Officials In a significant development for the state’s public safety workers, South Carolina has decided...
South Carolina Allocates $400M ARPA Funding for High-Speed Internet Access Boost and Broadband Network Expansion
South Carolina Completes $400M ARPA Allocations July 3, 2024 – South Carolina successfully concluded the American Rescue Plan Act’s State Local Fiscal Recovery Fund grant program, allocating a total of...
EDUCATION
Severe Drought in South Carolina Likely to Impact Crop Yield and Increase Grocery Prices
Lowcountry farmers say this drought will likely affect grocery prices Every South Carolina county in state of drought The Department of Natural Resources in South Carolina has reported that all...
New South Carolina Law Aims to Tackle Childcare Worker Shortage by Broadening Job Access and Scaling Back on Hiring Requirements
New SC Law Expands Access to Childcare Job Opportunities Amidst Worker Shortage In efforts to address the current challenges facing the childcare sector in South Carolina, state leaders have endorsed...
South Carolina Research Authority Expands Presence with New Office in Greenville to Bolster Startups and Innovation
South Carolina Research Authority Opens New Office in Greenville To propel innovation and bolster startups in the Upstate region, the South Carolina Research Authority (SCRA) celebrated the grand opening of...
Signet Real Estate Group Propels Five-Story Mixed-Use Development Project Near Clemson University in South Carolina
Signet Moves Ahead with Five-Story Mixed-Use Development Near Clemson University in South Carolina CLEMSON, S.C. – Sparking a buzz in the South Carolina real estate space, Signet Real Estate Group...
Upstate Business Makes History as First Distillery Allowed in City Limits
Upstate Business Becomes First Distillery Allowed to Manufacture in City Limits A group of engineering pals are mixing their passion for spirits to make historical strides in downtown Greenville. Locals,...
South Carolina’s Economy Outperforms Majority of U.S in 2023, Surpassing Expectations
South Carolina Economy Continues to Surpass Expectations South Carolina – The latest economic data from 2023 showcases exemplary economic performance in South Carolina, with the state’s economy continuing to outperform...
Greenville Staffing Company Acquires Fifth Louisiana Franchise Office
Greenville Staffing Company Acquires Fifth Louisiana Franchise Office The esteemed Greenville based SLG Staffing LLC, known for operating Snelling Staffing Services franchise offices, has made significant strides with the acquisition...
Greenville Technical Charter High Planning Next Phase of Expansion Project
Greenville Technical Charter High Planning Next Phase of Expansion Project Expansion Plans With a primary goal of accommodating its growing student population, Greenville Technical Charter High School (GTCHS) has unveiled...
South Carolina Continues to Battle Persistent Job Crisis Despite Economic Upturn
South Carolina’s Persistent Job Woes Amid the rising tide of the global economy, South Carolina seems to struggle to keep its head above water as it continues to grapple with...
MARKETING
From Classroom to Entrepreneurship: A Journey of PlanIt GVL’s Lauren White
From Classroom to Entrepreneurship: A Journey of PlanIt GVL’s Lauren White In the city of Greenville, a beacon for progressive women in business shines brightly in the dynamic entrepreneurial sector....
Greenville Staffing Company Acquires Fifth Louisiana Franchise Office
Greenville Staffing Company Acquires Fifth Louisiana Franchise Office The esteemed Greenville based SLG Staffing LLC, known for operating Snelling Staffing Services franchise offices, has made significant strides with the acquisition...
Investing in Pickens County: A Surge in Business Expansion & Innovation
Investing in Pickens County: A Surge in Business Expansion & Innovation Easley, S.C. – The economic future of Pickens County is looking incredibly bright, with several businesses poised to make...
New Employment Agency Opens in Greenville, South Carolina
R&R Resolute Staffing, a woman-owned employment agency, has recently opened its doors in Greenville, South Carolina. With a focus on providing contract, contract-to-permanent, and direct-hire positions for the warehouses, manufacturing,...
Greenville-based Engenius Designs National Beta Club Website
Greenville-based Engenius designs National Beta Club website Greenville-based web design agency Engenius has recently completed the design and launch of a new website for National Beta Club, an independent educational...
Greenville Business Owner Heads to Washington to Discuss AI Regulation
Greenville Business Owner Heads to Washington to Discuss AI Regulation By Megan Fitzgerald Small businesses in the Upstate and across the country are implementing artificial intelligence technology into their operations....
Newest retail tenant opens at BridgeWay Station in Mauldin
Newest retail tenant opens at BridgeWay Station in Mauldin A new tenant offering sweet treats has opened at BridgeWay Station, the mixed-use development in Mauldin. Jeremiah’s Italian Ice features authentic...
Greenville Touts Strong Finances, Considers Next Year’s Budget: City Council Notes
Greenville Touts Strong Finances, Considers Next Year’s Budget: City Council Notes Greenville City Council reviewed and provided feedback on a draft of the budget for fiscal year 2025 during a...
CommunityWorks Women’s Business Center Empowers Female Entrepreneurs
CommunityWorks Women’s Business Center aims to educate, support female entrepreneurs Greenville, SC – The CommunityWorks Women’s Business Center offers a variety of business training courses for minority and female entrepreneurs....
REAL ESTATE
Myrtle Beach Prepares for Population Surge and Tourism Growth, Chamber of Commerce Steps Up Infrastructure and Workforce Plans
Myrtle Beach Chamber Readies for Population and Tourism Boom Myrtle Beach, a prime vacation hotspot and the heart of South Carolina’s Grand Strand, is gearing up for an impressive population...
South Carolina Research Authority Expands Presence with New Office in Greenville to Bolster Startups and Innovation
South Carolina Research Authority Opens New Office in Greenville To propel innovation and bolster startups in the Upstate region, the South Carolina Research Authority (SCRA) celebrated the grand opening of...
PGT Trucking Introduces New Terminals in Kentucky and South Carolina, Plans Further Expansion
PGT Trucking Expands Operations, Opens Terminals in Kentucky and South Carolina PGT Trucking, a Pennsylvania-based specialty carrier, has announced the successful opening of two new terminals in Ghent, Kentucky, and...
Signet Real Estate Group Propels Five-Story Mixed-Use Development Project Near Clemson University in South Carolina
Signet Moves Ahead with Five-Story Mixed-Use Development Near Clemson University in South Carolina CLEMSON, S.C. – Sparking a buzz in the South Carolina real estate space, Signet Real Estate Group...
Possible End to Dominance of Trillion-Dollar Entities in Stock Market, Trends Indicate Potential Shift
Are Stock Market Trends About to Shift? CHARLESTON, SOUTH CAROLINA – The stock market, an enigma to many, remains the center of financial conversations as current trends hint at a...
Pawleys Island, South Carolina Tops List as Best Place to Buy Beach House for Short-term Rentals
Pawleys Island, South Carolina: The Best Spot to Buy a Beach House for Short-term Rentals Why Pawleys Island? Pawleys Island, South Carolina, affectionately referred to as “arrogantly shabby”, has topped...
South Carolina Legislature Overhauls Tax Deduction, Approves Double Relief for Firefighters
South Carolina Approves Double Tax Relief for Firefighters Legislature Overhauls Tax Deduction for Public Safety Officials In a significant development for the state’s public safety workers, South Carolina has decided...
Hilton Debuts New Dual-Brand Property in Myrtle Beach, South Carolina Expanding its Diverse Portfolio
Hilton Expands Its Diverse Portfolio with the Launch of a New Dual-Brand Property in Myrtle Beach, South Carolina Hilton, a renowned global hospitality leader, has announced the launch of its...
South Carolina Allocates $400M ARPA Funding for High-Speed Internet Access Boost and Broadband Network Expansion
South Carolina Completes $400M ARPA Allocations July 3, 2024 – South Carolina successfully concluded the American Rescue Plan Act’s State Local Fiscal Recovery Fund grant program, allocating a total of...
