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Henderson County farmland preservation referendum passes easily

HENDERSONVILLE – Henderson County may put millions towards protecting farmland and woodlands against development, voters decided by a solid margin Nov. 3. The open space conservation bond referendum, also known as the GO bond, the farms and forests bond and the farmland preservation bond, passed 59% to 40%, a difference of 10,000 votes. All along, there seemed to be broad-based support for the ballot question, across ideological lines. The measure allows the Board of Commissioners to borrow $25 million to pay landowners who volunteer to add deed restrictions to their property , preventing it from ever being subdivided or built up in the face of intense and mounting development pressure. The money may also go toward surveys, environmental assessments and appraisals, including for easements donated to the county in exchange for tax breaks. When a landowner signs over a conservation easement, they still hold deed to the property and can live on it, farm it, sell it and leave it to heirs, but no new housing, commercial or industrial buildings can go there. Henderson County has lost around 20% of its farmland over the last 10 years, Terry Kelley, director of the N.C. Cooperative Extension’s Henderson County office, told the

Henderson County, NC · 2d

98.9 WORD

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City of Greenville suing developer of housing project

City of Greenville suing developer of housing project

Greenville, SC · 1d

everafterinthewoods.com

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This Historic South Carolina Factory Has Been Transformed Into A Thriving Artisan Village

A two-story bank vault sits inside an old South Carolina textile mill. Today, couples celebrate weddings and big parties right beside its heavy doors. That vault still shows off its original brick and steel, which feels delightfully dramatic for a party. It shares the property with a rage room, artist studios, creative workshops, and a model train station.

Taylors, SC · 11d
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Henderson County bond could pay farmers to keep their land when facing big offers

HENDERSON COUNTY, N.C. (WLOS) — Unofficial election results are pointing to how a new Henderson County bond could soon get the green light. It would provide another option for farmers who have received offers from developers: getting paid to keep their land while permanently protecting it for agriculture. It is a voluntary program farmers would have to apply to.

Henderson County, NC · 1d
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Asheville Plans $5.4 Million for Rental Housing and Supportive Services

Asheville and the Asheville Regional Housing Consortium plan to offer $5,402,007 for affordable rental housing and supportive services across four counties. The announced application window opened November 2nd and runs through December 18th, 2026, with all submissions due by 5 p.m. Eastern Standard Time on the final day. Eligible projects...

Asheville, NC · 1d

FOX Carolina

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Greenville County voters reject penny sales tax after fourth proposal

GREENVILLE COUNTY, S.C. (FOX Carolina) - Greenville County voters have rejected a penny sales tax for the fourth time in about 25 years. The proposed tax could have generated $1.1 billion for road and transportation projects. With voters rejecting the measure, the county is looking for other ways to address its infrastructure needs.

Greenville County, SC · 2d

FOX Carolina

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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

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Jeff's Bagel Run Picks Greer Spot Near Publix for First Upstate Shop

A new bagel shop is coming to The Parkway near Greer, and this one carries some brand-name buzz: Jeff's Bagel Run plans to open a location at 423 The Parkway, right next to Publix, marking the chain's first Upstate shop. The scratch-made bagel concept is expected to open late in 2026, bringing its fast-growing footprint to a new corner of South Carolina.

Greer, SC · 1d

upstatebusinessjournal.com

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$75M Address Beaumont Mill residential development breaks ground in downtown Spartanburg

Commuters and visitors traveling to downtown Spartanburg along North Pine Street will soon pass a new landmark into the Hub City as work on the $75 million, 275-unit Address Beaumont Mill takes shape. The multifamily residential project is being spearheaded by Greenville, North Carolina-based Taft Family Ventures, which welcomed local...

Spartanburg, SC · 21h

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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

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Charlotte Firm Drops $16.4M on Greenville Flex Park, Plans Major Upgrades

A four-building flex and office park just off Interstate 85 in Greenville has changed hands for $16.4 million, with the new Charlotte-based owner already lining up renovations for the property's empty suites. Trinity Partners announced the sale of Pelham at Hyland on Tuesday, November 3, 2026, marking a fresh chapter for the 120,000-square-foot complex at 7001 and 7005 Pelham Road.

Greenville, SC · 2d

greenvillebusinessmag.com

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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 · 2d

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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

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Greenville takes a strategic look at downtown retail

Retail serves as a key component of a thriving downtown ecosystem. Active storefronts help boost the local economy, drive foot traffic and shape the character of a city’s urban core. Downtowns that offer a walkable shopping experience can also attract new residents, visitors and companies to the area. Greenville...

Greenville, SC · 1d

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City Electric Supply Opens Travelers Rest Location

TRAVELERS REST, S.C. — City Electric Supply (CES) is expanding its local presence in Upstate South Carolina with the opening of its new location in Travelers Rest. As the only electrical wholesale distributor north of Greenville, CES Travelers Rest provides tools, supplies, and services to contractors, electricians, businesses, and communities across the growing region.

Travelers Rest, SC · 1d

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 · 1d

upstatebusinessjournal.com

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350-unit apartment community along Greenville’s Church Street sold to The Dinerstein Companies

The Dinerstein Companies has acquired South Ridge, a 350-unit apartment community across from the Greenville County Square Redevelopment. The Texas-based real estate company purchased the 8.7-acre property at 823 S. Church St. from RailField Partners for an undisclosed sum. Northmarq represented the Maryland-based seller in the transaction and arranged a three-year bridge loan for the buyer through AllianceBernstein.

Greenville, SC · 2d

upstatebusinessjournal.com

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PNC Bank to open 16 new Upstate SC branches

PNC Bank plans to add 42 new branches in high-growth South Carolina markets by 2031, including 16 in the Upstate. The Pennsylvania-based bank announced its expansion plans within the Palmetto State on Nov. 6. Twelve of the new branches will be located in Greenville and four will be in Spartanburg.

Greenville, SC · 18h

upstatebusinessjournal.com

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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 · 1d

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Proposed sales tax increases get mixed results in Oconee Co.

Proposed sales tax increases get mixed results in Oconee Co.

Oconee County, SC · 2d