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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.”
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.
Leadership Greer hosts Oyster Roast to revitalize a community playground
FEB 6, 2017
The 13th Annual Cypress Internal Medicine Oyster Roast (shrimp boil and pig pickin’), might look a little different this year. The Leadership Greer Class XXXVII has adopted the Greater Greer Chamber of Commerce’s annual event to benefit their class project, Play it Forward.
The event will be held on Friday, February 24th from 6-9pm at 113 Berry Ave in Greer.
New Year's Eve Parties in Downtown Greer
DEC 27, 2016
There are some great options for celebrating New Year's Eve in downtown Greer.
The Final Countdown NYE Bash with Randomonium
Location: Grace Hall @ 108 Trade St.
Price: $25 advance & $30 at the door
Buy Online >>
Greer Station Vintage Christmas has 3-day run beginning Thursday
NOV 29, 2016
The Greer Station Vintage Christmas is Thursday through Saturday at Grace Hall.
The indoor event will benefit Saved by the Heart, a non-profit for animal rescue serving Greer. Last year’s event helped raise funds for the rescue’s veterinary, food, maintenance bills and foster program.
Brian Martin's vision of downtown living acknowledged with Mayor's Small Business Award
NOV 28, 2016
Brian Martin’s investment into Greer has resonated far beyond the Upstate with his vision of residential growth downtown combined with small businesses.
Martin, an attorney at 212 Trade Street, has five apartments he leases – from studio to two-bedroom – plus two additional one-bedroom units he rents for Airbnb quests.
Halloween Hoopla at City Park Saturday; See video from Trick or Treat on Trade
OCT 28, 2016
• Trick or Treat on Trade gallery
Halloween Hoopla is the second Halloween event this week hosted in downtown Greer. Saturday’s event is at City Park.
Trick or treat: Children will be all dressed up haunting downtown Greer
OCT 24, 2016
It’s trick-or-treat on Trade Street and its connecting downtown streets Tuesday.
The annual candy fest, which appears to be doubling each year, officially begins at 5 – 8 p.m.
Jason Clark recognized upstate Restaurateur of the Year for BIN112 for second time in three years
OCT 17, 2016
Jason Clark was in a pensive mood when he talked about the meaning of being selected the Restaurateur of the Year by the Upstate Hospitality Association for his BIN112 restaurant in Greer.
It’s the second time in three years Clark’s BIN112 was recognized, virtually unheard of with all the quality dining available in the Upstate. It’s part of the South Carolina Restaurant and Lodging Association (SCRLA) honoring the best in the state.
Upstate movie director offers opportunity to be in his next film
OCT 5, 2016
Upstate movie director KT Terry will be shooting a faith-based film called "Unconditional Surrender" throughout the Upstate in 2017. The movie will tackle the PTSD struggle many veterans face upon returning home from combat.
"We lose 22 soldiers a day to suicide due to PTSD and you and I can be part of the solution." stated Terry. "Unconditional Surrender will focus on a soldier's return home to his family, and the battles he struggles with returning to a normal' life."
17 bike racks delivered to city to enhance downtown, bike trails master plan
OCT 4, 2016
Seventeen bike racks have been delivered to the City of Greer as part of its long-term walking and bike trails master plan.
The racks are an investment from Partnership for Tomorrow, a think tank of Greer leaders who helps steer the city’s future development and quality of life.
BensonFAST, Oktoberfest have huge turnouts during festive Saturday
OCT 3, 2016
Pallet Auctions begin this coming Tuesday at Scruffy Auction House
SEP 20, 2016
Buying in bulk at Costco can give you savings, but buying an entire pallet can be cheaper than wholesale.
This is what Brent Faid, aka Scruffy, is bringing to his Auction House at 208 School St. in Greer.
Stomping Grounds, Pour Sports get top honors at Wing Fling with a tall trophy
SEP 13, 2016
Winners of Tuesday’s Wing Fling can boast about their good fortune.
However, they will need a pretty big shelf to display their award – a golden, long-necked, standing upright chicken on a bigger than normal base.
Free seminars scheduled for Social Media Safety and Elderly Fraud
SEP 12, 2016
Two free seminars are scheduled Sept. 22 at The Davenport on Social Media Safety and Elderly Fraud.
Susan Wind, a cyber security expert, will present the seminars sponsored by Citizens Building & Loan.
Parts of Trade Street will be closed on Sunday and Monday for downtown events
AUG 26, 2016
Downtown visitors should be aware of two Trade Street road closures Sunday and Monday.
• Sunday, noon – 5 p.m., the 300 block of Trade Street and the Depot parking lot will be closed for a car show.
Greer Station Diner becomes 3rd downtown eatery to close within month
AUG 24, 2016
Within two weeks three downtown eateries – two within the 200 block of Trade Street – have closed.
The Greer Station Diner, previously Southern Thymes Cafe, Rhythms on Trade and the Cupcake Castle have gone out of business. All three have signs on their doors indicating their closings.
Chocolate Toad signage is a signal for aspiring artists in downtown Greer
AUG 11, 2016
The Chocolate Toad is becoming a haven for artists.
Mark Tucker has designed a new logo for the signage that greets customers to the downtown boutique restaurant at 224 Trade Street.
Olive Mediterranean Grill bringing a new cuisine to Greer Station
AUG 11, 2016
Olive Mediterranean Grill will open at 107 S. Main Street.
Restaurateurs Abdi and Shahn Nasehi have secured a lease for the property that formerly housed MiMi’s Japanese Steak House until it closed in October last year.
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