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Taylors Mill adds 2 businesses
SEP 7, 2019
Taylors Mill announced Mad Smash and The Blue Ox Hatchet House, will occupy space in the Dock No. 3 area of the mill near 13 Stripes Brewery and The Farehouse.
The Mad Smash was created by licensed massage therapist Jennifer Middleton, who specializes in pain relief. Customers can pound away their frustrations in the rage room by smashing glass or other breakables or de-stress with a massage.
Hurricane Dorian beginning to impact gas prices
SEP 3, 2019
Gas prices are cheaper in every state except four, including Florida and South Carolina.
“Hurricane Dorian is not threatening major gas infrastructure, but its impact has localized to the states along its path, including South Carolina,” said Tiffany Wright, AAA Carolinas spokesperson. “While motorists across the country are seeing price drops, South Carolinians and those traveling through South Carolina to evacuate Dorian aren’t so lucky.”
Sunglasses mistaken for gun at Walmart
AUG 15, 2019
The Greer Police Department responded to the Walmart Supercenter located 14055 E. Wade Hampton Blvd at approximately 12:35 p.m. Thursday after receiving a telephone call about a person seen walking into the store with what was believed to be a pistol in their hand.
Officers arrived shortly thereafter to search for the subject.
Rack Room Shoes opens Greer store
AUG 15, 2019
Rack Room Shoes is open to greater Greer customers in the Piedmont Marketplace shopping center, at 1316 W Wade Hampton Blvd.
The family footwear retailer, known for its ongoing “Buy One Get One 50 Percent Off” promotion, offers a big selection of brand name shoes at value prices.
Cantrell joins Countybank
AUG 7, 2019
Countybank has named Brad Cantrell as Vice President, SBA Business Development Officer in Greenville. He is responsible for developing and structuring loan opportunities for SBA eligible small and medium sized businesses.
Cantrell has extensive experience in banking, credit, and business development across the Upstate. He served as Senior Credit Advisor with Oconee Federal where he developed and implemented a commercial lending platform and managed commercial and mortgage credit administration. He also served in executive-level credit roles during his 14 years with Greer State Bank.
Creform features products at assembly show
AUG 3, 2019
Creform Corporation, of Greer, a manufacturer of unique products for the design and building of material handling structures and AGVs (automatic guided vehicle) will showcase several of its products at the 2019 Assembly Show, Oct. 22-24, Rosemont, Ill.
The exhibit will feature an NSI AGV which can control up to 50 courses with 128 commands each via human machine interface (HMI) touch screen and built-in radio frequency identification (RFID) for traffic control.
Greer CPW gas wins gold recognition
JUL 31, 2019
CPW Gas department earns gold award
The Greer Commission of Public Works was awarded the Gold System Operational Achievement Recognition (SOAR) award by the American Public Gas Association (APGA).
Attorney leases 108-B Trade Street for office
JUL 26, 2019
Attorney David Harley has signed a three-year lease for second floor office space at 108-B Trade Street.
Harley represents parents and students in IDEA/special education matters, 504 plans, student rights, suspension, expulsion, discipline, and civil rights and represents teachers and administrators and individuals in employment matters.
Barista Tiny opening in niche Greer community
JUL 24, 2019
Barista Alley plans to open a second coffee shop in Greer Friday in a niche location.
After more than two years in downtown Greer, Barista Alley owner Andrew Carter is opening his next location, named Barista Tiny, is located in the Lake Walk Tiny Home Community off Highway 101.
Allen Smith awarded Chamber's 2019 40 Under 40 award
JUL 24, 2019
Spartanburg Chamber President and CEO Allen Smith has been awarded the Association of Chamber of Commerce Executives 2019 40 Under 40 award.
The 40 Under 40 award is a new honor presented by the Association of Chamber of Commerce Executives (ACCE) meant to highlight the brightest men and women under the age of 40 in the chamber industry.
Stomping Grounds owner leaving Greer, store's future in doubt
JUL 17, 2019
• Read Lisa’s complete post here.
Few people imagined a North Carolina woman educator could waltz into downtown Greer and spark a renaissance that would signal the economic rebirth and cultural birth of greater downtown Greer.
IEWC renews lease at Caliber Ridge for 52,000 sf building
JUL 16, 2019
IEWC Corporation, a long-term tenant with Liberty Property Trust, has renewed its lease at 120 Caliber Ridge Drive in Greer where the company occupies 52,000 square feet of the LEED-certified building.
Headquartered in Milwaukee, Wis., IEWC is an international distributor and solutions provider for wire, cable and wire management products.
Creform designs cart for sequenced production auto parts
JUL 2, 2019
Creform Corporation, a manufacturer of unique products for material handling structures, has designed a cart to handle the movement of sequenced production parts for an automotive OEM. The cart, with bumper brackets to ward off damage and to provide part protection was designed specifically to increase the efficiency of parts handling and safety throughout the assembly operation.
The unit features a Creform heavy-duty hitch for regular towing through the automotive assembly plant. It can be towed in a train of three behind a manned tugger.
38 Upstate leaders complete Diversity Leaders Initiative
JUN 8, 2019
Thirty-eight leaders from the Upstate have completed the Riley Institute at Furman’s Diversity Leaders Initiative (DLI).
Over the past five months, participants have examined sensitive issues related to diversity and inclusion, explored "blind spots," and discussed how to suspend assumptions. Each class is expertly facilitated by Juan Johnson, an independent consultant and former Coca-Cola vice president.
Dave Ramsey: 'You'll never hear me recommend a 30-year mortgage.'
JUN 5, 2019
Dear Dave,
Is there ever a time when a 30-year mortgage is better than a 15-year mortgage?
Carter Smith, economic icon, awarded Order of the Palmetto
MAY 21, 2019
After a 39-year career, and 27 years positioning Spartanburg County as a statewide economic development leader, Spartanburg Economic Futures Group Executive Vice President Carter Smith was honored with the Order of the Palmetto.
Smith, who announced his retirement earlier this year effective June 30, was surprised with the highest civilian award in South Carolina during the Spartanburg Area Chamber of Commerce’s Centennial Celebration Tuesday night.
Dave Ramsey: Combine finances in marriage
MAY 20, 2019
Dear Dave,
Should my husband and I combine our finances?
Inland Port has second highest monthly volume in history
MAY 10, 2019
Greer’s Inland Port had its second highest container volume in history last month.
Greer handled 13,724 rail moves, the second highest month in its history, for total fiscal year-to-date volume of 112,952 moves.
Dave Ramsey: Small business owners, find a life balance between work and home
MAY 7, 2019
Dear Dave,
As a business owner, how do you find a life balance between work and home? I have my own small business, and sometimes I feel like I’m putting in too much time at the shop and not spending enough time with my husband and kids.
Röchling Automotive USA, XPO Logistics secure deals with Liberty at Duncan
APR 30, 2019
Liberty Property Trust signed two deals - a renewal with Röchling Automotive USA and a new lease with XPO Logistics - at Hillside Industrial Park in Duncan.
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