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Dave Ramsey: Guaranteed insurance may be an answer
JUL 9, 2018
Dear Dave,
I started looking at life insurance policies after my wife and I had our daughter. During the screening process, I found out I had testicular cancer. I went through treatments, and the doctors have officially declared me to be in remission. Still, I can’t find a life insurance company that will work with me. I have a small policy through my employer, that is equal to double my salary. Do you have any suggestions for finding additional coverage?
CBL State Savings Bank opening loan office in Landrum
JUL 9, 2018
Greer-based CBL State Savings Bank will locate a loan office in Landrum to be opened on Oct. 1.
The office will be located at 920 East Rutherford Street. Initially, only the bank’s loan products, including first and second residential mortgages, equity lines of credit, land loans, construction/permanent loans, commercial real estate loans and more, will be available. Other products will be offered later.
BMW Plant in Greer making final preparations for production of all-new BMW X5
JUL 6, 2018
As Americans enjoy the holiday week and prepare for their summer adventures, preparations of a different kind are nearing completion at the BMW plant in Greer. The final phases of gearing up for production of the all-new BMW X5, which begins later this summer.
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Additional international cargo flights stake claim to skying business at GSP
JUN 25, 2018
Evidently the sky isn’t the limit for the ultra-modern, fast-paced passenger and cargo service at Greenville-Spartanburg International Airport.
Last week’s news of Frontier Airlines adding four non-stop cities – Las Vegas, Denver, Orlando, Tampa – to GSP is already old news compared to Monday’s announcement that Senator International and GSP are increasing cargo flights to 8-10 per week. That’s an additional roundtrip flight between GSP and Querétaro Intercontinental Airport (QRO).
High tech meets low tech at Furman University solar farm
JUN 25, 2018
GREENVILLE — When Furman’s six-acre, $1.7 million solar farm was installed off Poinsett Highway last year, the project turned heads. But it’s likely to get even more attention now that 12 St. Croix sheep have moved in and will be calling the solar farm home for the foreseeable future.
In an effort to reduce the cost of mowing under the 2,994 solar panels and to lower gas emissions, Furman partnered with local sheep owner Steve Wood to see if four ewes and their eight lambs could help solve the problem — a marriage of low and high tech and a win-win proposition as the sheep need shelter and a place to graze.
Small business owner exhibiting at Nashville Music Show
JUN 23, 2018
An Upstate small business owner is taking his next big step by exhibiting at the Summer National Association of Music Merchants Show in Nashville from June 28-30.
Cody Fields, a Lyman, native and owner of Noseminster, builds three guitar effects brands out of his home, going so far as to powdercoat in his laundry room. Each of his brands fills a different niche to both diversify his offerings and cast a wider net on the industry.
Verizon open house for 50 sales positions
JUN 23, 2018
Verizon Wireless is hosting an open house to fill 50 inside sales positions at its telesales center in Greenville. The jobs are part of the company’s ongoing expansion efforts and investment in the Upstate.
Who: Verizon Wireless recruiters, job applicants
Strip Club104 Friday lunch was too successful to continue
JUN 20, 2018
The ultra successful Friday lunch only featuring gourmet hamburgers at The Strip Club 104 is over. The restaurant will continue its regular evening dinner hours.
Jason Clark’s concept that was arguably one of a kind in the state, had lines that snaked around from its 104 East Poinsett Street location to near main street – rain or shine. And diners formed a line about one hour before opening on Friday.
Frontier begins non-stop service at GSP in fall
JUN 19, 2018
Greenville-Spartanburg International Airport officials announced that Frontier Airlines will begin offering roundtrip flights to four new cities beginning Sept. 8.
The non-stop flights will be to Denver, Las Vegas, Orlando and Tampa with introductory one-way tickets starting at $34.
Benson Classic Car Show moves to August
JUN 18, 2018
The 12th Annual Benson Classic Car Show benefitting Greer Community Ministries (GCM) is Aug. 4 from 10 a.m. to 2 p.m. at Greer First Baptist Church, 201 W. Poinsett St. The SC Region Antique Automobile Club of America (AACA) is helping plan the event that raises funds for Meals on Wheels and other GCM programs.
The family-friendly event is free to the public. Car registration is $20 and is available online at gcminc.org under the events tab. Registration is also available on the day of the event. The Chuck Truck, Henry’s Hog Hauler, and Sno Hut have committed to be at the car show selling burger and barbecue plates and shaved ice. A free figure-8 inflatable obstacle course and carnival games for kids will be on site. DJ George Morrow will provide music and Greenville Health System nurses will offer free blood pressure checks and stroke education.
Legal tips for landlords, big and small: The pros and cons of rent abatement
JUN 12, 2018
By BRIAN MILLER
THE MILLER LAW FIRMA
Whether a large commercial landlord, or a mom and pop landlord renting out space in a small commercial outlet, at some point one of your tenants will make “the Call.” All landlords dread the Call. “I will be running a bit late this month,” which is usually followed by “I will be running a bit short this month” until finally, “I don’t have the rent,” or worse yet, dead silence.
Interim HealthCare of the Upstate founder receives Lifetime Achievement Award
JUN 6, 2018
Ray Schroeder, Interim HealthCare of the Upstate founder, has been awarded the Lifetime Achievement Award by the national company, the leading network of health health providers.
Schroeder was honored for the success Interim HealthCare of the Upstate has seen over the past 39 years. While presenting the award, Interim HealthCare national founder, Allan Sorensen, spoke about the successes Interim HealthCare of the Upstate has seen under Schroeder’s leadership.
The Last Negotiation: Getting the best value when you sell your business
JUN 6, 2018
By BRIAN MILLER
The Miller Law Firm
You put your business up for sale on a lark. You were just testing the market, trying to gauge the value for your small business. You hired a business broker, who said she would take ten percent (10%) and told you she could get you a value for your business that you considered a pie in the sky number. You figured nothing would come it, but then one morning when you are chugging down your morning espresso, you get the call all small business owners dream about. “We have found a buyer willing to purchase at your asking price!”
Downtown bank opens Trade Street location
JUN 4, 2018
Countybank opened its new downtown Greer branch Monday at 300 Trade Street.
“This city is a special place for Countybank and we are excited to have the opportunity to invest into the Greer community with a new location in the heart of downtown," stated Kevin Duncan, VP, Greer City Executive in the announcement.
American Airlines adds 2 nonstop flights to Miami
JUN 4, 2018
American Airlines will offer two daily nonstop flights from Greenville-Spartanburg International Airport (GSP) to Miami International Airport (MIA) beginning on Dec. 19.
“American’s continued expansion at GSP is great news for our community,” said Dave Edwards, GSP’s president and CEO. “Miami is not only a popular city for vacations, but it’s an international hub that provides convenient connections to destinations throughout the Caribbean as well as Central and South America.”
Dave Ramsey: Teach them while they're young
MAY 29, 2018
Dear Dave,
My wife and I want to begin teaching our son how make a budget and live on one. He’s 16, and he has a part-time job and a hand-me-down car. Is this a realistic idea?
HBA of Greenville expanding initiative in the Upstate
MAY 29, 2018
The Home Builders Association of Greenville’s Rosewood Communities, SK Builders and Cobblestone Builders are building houses for Homes for Hope, expanding the initiative within the Upstate.
Homes for Hope works with home builders to raise money for HOPE International and fight against global poverty through charitable builds.
City awarded $500,000 grant for downtown streetscape project
MAY 25, 2018
A $500,000 grant has been awarded to the City of Greer from the Appalachian Regional Commission to help fund the downtown streetscape project.
The Commission awards grants to projects that address one or more of the five goals identified in its strategic plan. The City’s application was granted under Core Natural and Cultural Assets as it leverages the Region’s natural and cultural heritage assets.
Students welcome family to Habitat build from Spirit Week funds
MAY 24, 2018
Kanya Johnson got a special welcome as she moved into her new home on Fairview Avenue Wednesday as Riverside High School students cheered her.
Riverside students raised more than $100,000 during Spirit Week last fall to help fund the construction of Johnson’s new home. Students have also volunteered to help build the house.
Baldree joins Langston-Black
MAY 23, 2018
T.L. Baldree, Sr. has joined Langston-Black Real Estate, Inc. He will work in business development and represent clients as a licensed commercial agent.
Baldree has over 30 years experience in sales, marketing and management in the construction building materials industry. He was founder and president of Carolina Brick & Block, Inc. established in the early 90’s. The company was sold to General Shale, a national brick manufacturer in 2004.
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