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Hurricane Ian forces Greer to postpone weekend festival
SEP 29, 2022
The Greer Arts & Eats Festival, scheduled this weekend, has been postponed because of Hurricane Ian's projected path to deliver heavy weekend rain and winds, according to the Greater Greer Chamber of Commerce.
Vendors, volunteers, emergency workers and the safety of the public combined to cause for the decision to postpone the event that had been re-branded after the Spring festival, typically scheduled in early May.
Festival officials reportedly are trying to reschedule the event.
Kennemore inspires return of The Toads on Trade
NOV 30, 2021
The toads are back on Main Street in downtown Greer and if you’re wondering who helped bring them back, look no further than 10 year-old Kelsi Kennemore.
Kennemore decided they needed to return after being displaced during the city’s streetscape project. Through research and support of her family, city, and downtown businesses, 16 toads have been installed on and off Trade Street.
Greater Greer Chamber of Commerce welcomes David Merhib as president and CEO
NOV 19, 2018
The Greater Greer Chamber of Commerce announced Monday the hiring of David Merhib as its new president and CEO. Merhib has served as the president and CEO of the Brookings Area Chamber of Commerce in Brookings, SD for the past four years.
“I am looking forward to leading the Greater Greer Chamber of Commerce and working with the Board of Directors, Chamber staff and Chamber membership,” Merhib said. “My goal is to keep the Chamber relevant through new and existing programs and initiatives that impact the business community as well as develop and create opportunities for business growth throughout the Greater Greer area.”
City Council approves purchase of 3 electric people movers
AUG 14, 2018
Three electric vehicles have been approved for purchase by City Council at a cost of $57,403. The quotes, obtained by city staff, were between the highest and lowest.
City officials reported the low speed vehicles will be used downtown during the streetscape construction. The vehicles have nine-seats, three rows of three bench seats.
Greer parade: Patriotic fashion, music. Neighbors celebrate July 4th
JUL 4, 2018
It was a perfect morning for the annual Arlington-Davenport July 4th Parade.
Mayor Rick Danner, a parade organizer, introduced his first grandchild, Ruby. Police Chief Matt Hamby led the parade in a Greer Police Department vehicle blaring patriotic music along the one-mile scenic route and scores of children wore red, white and blue fashion while some showed off their wheels. Dogs walked patiently with their best friend and some were carried. There was barking, but none got entangled.
Musicians Arvie and Bunny Bennett return to Greer to revisit fans and friends
JUN 12, 2018
It has been almost two years since singer/songwriter, Arvie Bennett Jr. and wife Bunny relocated from South Carolina to just outside of Nashville to further their musical career. The path toward their goals has been a long and winding one with lots of detours.
First, Arvie and Bunny decided to give away nearly all of their material possessions in order to live simply and eliminate debt so that Arvie could be a full-time musician. They hired Amish builders to create the shell of a tiny cabin, and then they completed the rest of the interior by themselves.
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?
American Legion Post 115 to host Memorial Day Service, Family Fun Day
MAY 25, 2018
American Legion Post 115 and American Legion Auxiliary Unit 115 in Greer will host a Memorial Day Service and Family Fun Day from 2 p.m. until 6 p.m. Saturday at Victor Veterans Memorial Park.
Greer Mayor Rick Danner will be among the special guests, including the Commanders of the American Legion and Sons of the American Legion for the Department of South Carolina and the president of the American Legion Auxiliary for the Department of South Carolina.
Highly recognized BIN112 restaurant closes in downtown Greer
APR 10, 2018
BIN112, a star on Greer’s Trade Street for many years, has closed.
Jason Clark, owner of BIN112, will keep his companion downtown restaurant, Strip Club 104 A Steak House, at 104 E. Poinsett St., open, GreerToday.com has learned.
Empire Limited Studio sale ends this weekend
DEC 1, 2017
James Carter, the well-dressed gentleman with his signature bow ties, reminds customers and visitors to Greer during the festive weekend, his 50 percent, buy one and get one free, sale ends Saturday.
Carter and his Empire Limited Studio is a successful small businessman our GreerToday and HereInGreer initiative, developed earlier this year, is to support our friends who have supported us for the almost eight years of serving Greer.
Hotel, garage, retail complex approved by City Council
OCT 11, 2017
A four-story Hampton Inn and a multi-level parking garage were unanimously approved by City Council Tuesday night.
The Hilton-branded hotel, with a minimum of 100 rooms, and a 300-space garage is a partnership between Sycamore Greer LLC and the City of Greer. The hotel will be built at the site of the former The Tire Exchange on North Main Street.
Hotel, parking garage coming to city
SEP 25, 2017
Details for a 100-plus room city hotel, related retail properties and approximately a 300-vehicle parking garage, will be presented at Tuesday’s City Council meeting.
City Administrator Ed Driggers will present the economic development project, code-named “Kaboom”, for a first reading on council’s agenda. Council meetings begin at 6:30 p.m.
Pedestrian killed by train Saturday is 4th in 4 years in Greer
SEP 3, 2017
The Spartanburg County Coroner’s Office has identified a pedestrian who was killed at a railroad crossing Saturday morning in Greer.
Tina Yvonne Robinson, 60, of Greer was struck and killed by a train at the intersection of North Line Street and East Poinsett Street about 6:30 a.m., according to coroner Rusty Clevenger. Robinson was pronounced dead at the scene.
Foothills Art Glass must vacate 300 Trade Street for a boutique bank
JUN 28, 2017
Eddie Donald spent 22 years in downtown Greer building his Foothills Art Glass business.
Donald, who has an unwritten monthly lease for $1,000 at 300 Trade Street, learned he is to vacate the building by July 15.
Stomping Grounds: Somebody had to be the brick and mortar in Greer's downtown renaissance
JUN 21, 2017
I was visiting with Robyn Zimmerman at the Stomping Grounds on Tuesday when she paused on the way out marveling at the quaintness of the multi-dimensional coffee shop, its décor and mostly the customer-friendly atmosphere.
I described Lisa Garland, owner/operator of Stomping Grounds Coffee House and Wine Bar, as the epicenter of Greer’s downtown renaissance. Lisa’s store is at 208 Trade Street.
Kim's Fabrics changes hours to better serve customers
JUN 19, 2017
Kim McAbee has posted new hours for Kim’s Fabrics and More.
The fabric shop, at 228 Trade Street, posted signage it would be open 10 a.m. – 5 p.m. Wednesday through Friday and 10 a.m. – 3 p.m. on Saturday.
Train Depot sold, railroad company to become a tenant
JUN 5, 2017
The Historic Train Depot building has been sold and a railroad company will become a new tenant.
The 7,442 square foot building at 300 Randall Street was sold for $628,960 to Letchworth Properties, a limited liability company with its agent in Greenville.
Family Fest is the top draw in the Upstate this weekend
MAY 4, 2017
Randall Street first up for infrastructure replacement in May
APR 26, 2017
Randall Street will be the first downtown street to undergo water and sewer line replacement beginning in the latter part of May.
Greer CPW Commissioners approved $380,535 to Dillard Excavating Co. Inc. for the first phase of the estimated $4 – $4.5 million project to replace the central business district’s aging infrastructure and incorporate a new streetscape appearance. Some of the downtown infrastructure is more than 100-years old, city officials said.
Video: Inaugural Greer Trade Day report
APR 12, 2017
View Alex Love’s report on Greer Trade Day and what shoppers and vendors said of the inaugural event.
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