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Spartanburg Meat Processing now Organic Certified

Spartanburg Meat Processing has earned certification to process organic pork and organic chicken, expanding its capabilities to meet growing demand for certified organic protein products. The certification strengthens the company’s ability to serve grocery retailers, foodservice operators, and food brands seeking trusted partners for organic meat processing. Organic certification...

Spartanburg, SC · 3d

wgog.com

Modern day use for old textile property

An event in downtown Seneca served as a welcome for businessmen from Atlanta, Georgia and New Orleans, Louisiana and their plans for a rundown property south of the railroad. City, county, and members of the local business community met and heard from Robert Lay of Riselmpact Capital of New Orleans and John Gumbert of Atlanta on their project to transform the former textile plant property on E.S. 6th Street into a multi-purpose housing complex. What’s visible currently is construction on apartments designed as affordable housing – to help fill a need that Dari McBride, executive director of the chamber of commerce, the kind of affordable living for many today’s Seneca and Oconee workforce.

Seneca, SC · 2d

FOX Carolina

Historic Sterling neighborhood breaks ground on new affordable duplex community

GREENVILLE, S.C. (FOX Carolina) - Community leaders are breaking ground Thursday on a new affordable housing development in Greenville’s historic Sterling neighborhood, carrying forward a legacy of local resilience and Black entrepreneurship. The project, titled “The Huddle at Sterling,” is situated on the corner of Jenkins and S. Calhoun...

Greenville, SC · 2d

scbiz.com

Roebuck Buildings expands into coastal Carolinas markets

Roebuck Buildings is expanding into coastal Carolina markets. David Bollenbacher joins as vice president for Coastal Carolinas. Bollenbacher brings more than 28 years of construction experience. The company plans to serve markets from Myrtle Beach to Atlantic Beach. Spartanburg County-based Roebuck Buildings is expanding into the coastal North Carolina and...

Roebuck, SC · 2d

upstatebusinessjournal.com

Q and A: Harrison Hughes, SVP of Hughes Commercial

Harrison Hughes serves as senior vice president at Hughes Commercial Properties, where he oversees the full lifecycle of the firm’s real estate portfolio. His responsibilities span development, construction management, leasing and property management. His role involves every stage of a project, from initial planning and site development through construction, tenant placement and the long-term stewardship of each property.

Greenville, SC · 2d

upstatebusinessjournal.com

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Building on success, growing with purpose with Harper General Contractors

When leadership changes at a well-established construction firm, the goal is a seamless transition. Years of preparation have positioned Harper General Contractors to maintain organizational continuity. As new president Bryan Royal succeeds David Wise — while simultaneously handing off the Environmental Systems Division to Mike Odom — Harper is building...

Williamston, SC · 2d

98.9 WORD

Proposed sales tax increases get mixed results in Oconee Co.

Oconee County, SC · 3d

greenvillejournal.com

Greenville County OKs tax deals for two economic development projects: County Council notes

Here’s a recap of Greenville County Council’s Nov. 3 meeting. Council approved final reading of a pair of ordinances authorizing fee-in-lieu-of-tax agreements for two separate economic development projects. The first measure approved a FILOT agreement between the county and Sterling Grove PG LLC regarding an investment of $43.8...

Greenville County, SC · 3d

upstatebusinessjournal.com

New bagel shop opening along The Parkway near Greer

Jeff’s Bagel Run is opening a location near Greer at 423 The Parkway, next to Publix. The franchise opened its first location in Florida in June 2021 and has since opened four South Carolina locations in Johns Island, Charleston, Mount Pleasant and Isle of Palms. Another location is set to open in Myrtle Beach.

Greer, SC · 3d

greenvillebusinessmag.com

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Sales Start for Enclave at Augusta

The Furman Group of Herlong Sotheby’s International Realty has started to list the first units in a six-condominium community a block from the County Square Project. The Enclave at Augusta is a boutique collection of architecturally distinctive condominium residences with private rooftop terraces in the heart of Greenville. Construction has started on the 1,890-square-foot units, with each featuring three bedrooms, 3½ baths, and a two-car garage.

Greenville, SC · 3d

Greenville News

Greenville bus company serving major sports teams is sold

A Greenville-based company that serves sports teams across the United States has been sold after nearly three decades. Champion Coach , a bus charter company, has been acquired by family equity firm Hoffmann Family of Companies , according to a news release. Champion Coach was founded in 1998 by Craig Dance and his wife, Hazel. The company began with four white motorcoaches and has since grown into a name in sports and corporate transportation, serving professional and collegiate sports teams across the country, according to the release. "I couldn't be happier to welcome the Dance family into Hoffmann Transportation," said Tim Rose, president of Hoffmann Transportation. "For nearly 30 years, Champion has earned the trust of some of the biggest names in professional and collegiate sports with a level of professionalism, safety and hospitality that's unrivaled in our industry. That track record, combined with their innovative approach to fleet branding and design, makes them an ideal fit within our transportation vertical." Champion Coach serves Clemson University and the University of South Carolina, along with other professional teams including the Dallas Cowboys, Atlanta Falcons and New York Yankees, according to Hoffmann Family of Companies. Champion Coach has also provided transportation for

greenvillebusinessmag.com

KDS Caine Adds Three to Property Management Team

KDS Caine has added Nate Coggin as property operations associate, Jessica Cormier as property manager, and Kade Wilson as maintenance technician to its property management team. The additions strengthen the firm’s support for commercial property owners and tenants across the Upstate, from daily operations to ongoing property care. A...

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Recent Upstate Real Estate Transactions: Commercial, Industrial, Retail

Colliers | South Carolina announced the following recently completed commercial real estate transactions from our office in Greenville-Spartanburg:. Dillon Swayngim, SIOR; Brockton Hall, SIOR, MRED; Garrett Scott, SIOR; and John Montgomery, SIOR, represented ORBIS RPM, in the lease of 70,200 square feet of industrial space at 161 International Park Drive in Spartanburg.

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Holland Robotics Firm Opens 215,000-Square-Foot Tech Hub in Greenville

A Michigan-based robotics and automation company has built a sprawling new technology center in Greenville, South Carolina, spanning more than 215,000 square feet and already employing about 100 people. JR Automation, headquartered in Holland, Michigan, has constructed the facility with room to expand its workforce further as the company deepens its footprint in the Upstate region.

upstatebusinessjournal.com

Townhome developments planned on Laurens, Anderson roads in Greenville

The city of Greenville could see more townhomes under construction along Laurens Road and Anderson Road in the coming months. Two proposed townhome developments were presented during the city’s project preview meeting Oct. 27. Both projects require an approved minor subdivision application from city staff to move forward with construction.

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Clemson opens sustainable forestry and conservation building

Clemson opened its new 82,436-square-foot forestry building. Mass timber construction reduces embodied carbon compared with steel and concrete. Locally sourced southern yellow pine supports regional forestry industries. The building includes research labs, classrooms and flexible outdoor learning spaces. Clemson University’s Department of Forestry and Environmental Conservation moved into a cutting-edge...

Clemson, SC · 4d

greenvillebusinessmag.com

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The 50 Fastest Growing Companies in SC, No. 4-No. 50

The following companies were ranked No. 4-No. 50 on this year's 50 Fastest Growing Companies in South Carolina recognition. Capital City Financial Partners is a provider of retirement and financial planning services. 5. Bubble Paper. Headquartered in Greenville. Ben Moore, CEO. Bubble Paper is a creator of sustainable packing solutions,...

South Carolina · 6d

The Post and Courier

A new coffee shop is opening in downtown Greenville. This one has a mission.

GREENVILLE — Fresh Start CoffeeWorks — the latest venture from Miracle Hill Ministries — is now open in downtown Greenville. The shop will not just serve coffee and tea to the legion of caffeinated Greenvillians. It’s also a workforce development program, helping women in recovery get on their feet by providing training and a full-time job. “The hope is to set them up for success,” said Yolanda Campusano-Pilarte, public relations manager at Miracle Hill. Miracle Hill Ministries is one of Greenville’s leading nonprofits, operating everything from emergency shelters to addiction recovery program...

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JR Automation Celebrates Grand Opening of New Automation Technology Center in Greenville

JR Automation, a Hitachi Group company and global leader in intelligent automation, will celebrate the grand opening of its new Automation Technology Center in Greenville, South Carolina, on Nov. 4, expanding the company’s capacity to help manufacturers design, build, optimize, and sustain increasingly intelligent and connected operations. The new...

greenvillejournal.com

To Be Read bookstore trades its wheels for a West Greenville storefront

One of Greenville’s newest bookstores traveled many miles on the road before making its home in the West Village. Independent bookstore To Be Read opened in Salt Box at 1256 Pendleton St. in August 2026. While the brick-and-mortar store opened recently, To Be Read has been around for several years.