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The Buzz: Halfway through May
May is flying by, but we’re making the most of this month. Scroll to see the stories we put out into the news world this week! Read The Home Builders Association of South Carolina has honored Chad Charles, the president of Charles & Association in Greenwood, with a Certified Master Builder designation. Read more. On Tuesday of this week, we celebrated the groundbreaking of The Alliance, a $38 million project that will consist of two, four-story buildings on 3.8 acres at
3 days ago


Wagner Wealth Management’s Edwards honored by Greenville Business Magazine
GREENVILLE, SC – Mimi Edwards, Chief Operating Officer for Wagner Wealth Management, has been named an SC Women in Business Award honoree. The SC Women in Business Awards are for female entrepreneurs, executives, employees and organizations they run and those who are making a difference. They are awarded by INTEGRATED MEDIA, which is the parent company of Greenville Business Magazine, Columbia Business Monthly, B2B: The Grand Strand, B2B PeeDee Business and Charleston Busines
4 days ago


The Insurance Source adds new Customer Service Sales Specialist
GREER, S.C. – Shelby Abernathy Cruz has joined as a Customer Service Sales Specialist. Abernathy Cruz brings more than eight years of customer-focused experience to her role, including five years in management and a strong background in sales and relationship building. Prior to entering the insurance industry, she held leadership positions in retail management, where she developed expertise in client communication, problem solving, and team leadership. She is passionate abou
5 days ago


New life sparks with The Alliance
The Alliance, a $38 million project that will consist of two, four-story buildings on 3.8 acres at 1200 Laurens Road on the edge of the Nicholtown community.
6 days ago


Chad Charles earns Certified Master Builder designation
The Home Builders Association of South Carolina has honored Chad Charles, the president of Charles & Associates, with a Certified Master Builder designation.
May 9


The Buzz: Quick check-in
We know you’re busy, and you’re excited for the weekend, so we’re keeping the Buzz quick for you today. If you have a moment, take a look at what we cooked up this week! Read For the past 10 years, Publix Super Markets Charities has been a major supporter of Habitat Greenville donating both time, money and resources. This year, Habitat Greenville received $125,000 to support a home build in the Nicholtown community. Read more. This week, Mario Brown of Affordable Upstat
May 8


Habitat Greenville receives $125,000 gift from Publix
GREENVILLE, SC – Habitat for Humanity of Greenville County has received its largest gift to date from Publix Super Markets Charities. For the past 10 years, Publix Super Markets Charities has been a major supporter of Habitat Greenville donating both time, money and resources throughout various special emphasis neighborhoods in Greenville County including builds in Greer, Simpsonville and Greenville. This year, Habitat Greenville received $125,000 to support a home build in
May 6


The Buzz: Headphones on
Look over here! We’ve got some quick clips we’d love for you to check out from the work we did this week for our clients. If you’ve got a minute, and maybe a pair of headphones, take a listen! Read This was a great story from The Greenville Journal on the grand opening of Vista West III, an affordable housing complex renovation project from Affordable Upstate, managed by N.O.A.H. Property Management. Watch The Greenville Cycling Classic rolled through downtown yesterd
May 1


The Buzz: Lights, Camera, Coverage
This week, our pitches went big picture. If you missed seeing some of our client’s TV segments this week, we’ve got the links for you below! Read Two former outdated apartment complexes off White Horse Road officially started a new chapter Thursday morning as community members welcomed 38 new affordable units at Vista West III. Read the full story. The Greenville Cycling Classic was featured in this edition of the GVL Today morning newsletter! If you want to know more about
Apr 24


Vista West III answers key questions in the local affordable housing
GREENVILLE, SC – Two former outdated apartment complexes off White Horse Road officially started a new chapter Thursday morning as community members welcomed 38 new affordable units at Vista West III. The ceremony yesterday was about more than bricks and mortar, said Mario Brown, CEO of Affordable Upstate, who owns Vista West III and oversaw the redevelopment of the property with support from Lowe’s. “This started with a vision to change how people look at affordable housing,
Apr 24


The Buzz: Springing into Stories
We’re in full bloom this week with great client stories and achievements for you to check out this spring morning! Refill your coffee and get to reading! Read Affordable Upstate named Greenville Chamber Small Business of the Month for April. Read more. Chad Charles of Charles & Associates wrote this piece for the Greenville Blog for home owners that are curious what easy repairs they should be doing around the house this spring. The Greenville Housing Authority (TGHA
Apr 17


TGHA hosting MTW FSS Resource Fair this Thursday
GREENVILLE, SC – The Greenville Housing Authority (TGHA) is hosting an event dedicated to connecting individuals and families with opportunities, resources, and support that foster long-term economic mobility. The MTW FSS Resource Fair & Self-Sufficiency Workshop will be held Thursday, April 16, 2026 from 10:30 a.m. to 2:30 p.m. at the Greenville Convention Center ( Room 102 A/B), 1 Exposition Drive, Greenville. Park near the Eisenhower Drive entrance. More than 350 participa
Apr 15


Affordable Upstate named Greenville Chamber Small Business of the Month
GREENVILLE, SC – A company that has helped thousands of Upstate families find affordable apartments has been named the Greenville Chamber Small Business of the Month for April. Affordable Upstate was founded in 2017 with a focus on providing affordable housing that surpasses typical market standards. A real estate investment firm focused on redeveloping and redefining naturally occurring affordable housing in the Upstate of South Carolina, the company’s foundation reflects a
Apr 15


The Buzz: News for Everyone
This week was full of back-to-back client stories, from celebrating tacos to exploring the future of Greenville’s conference scene and announcing a new Greenville Jewish Film Festival pop-up film—we covered it all. Make yourself another cup of coffee and read a couple of our stories from the week! Read Take a look at this beautiful $2.225M Herlong listing that we caught being featured in the Post and Courier Greenville. The Upstate’s biggest single-day celebration of
Apr 10


OJRSA earns Facility Excellence Award from SCDES
OJRSA earns Facility Excellence Award from SCDES
Apr 8


GJFF reveals next Pop-Up Movie for May
DA- My Mother the Architect will be the next Pop-Up Movie from the Greenville Jewish Film Festival to premiere Sunday, May 17 at 4 p.m. at Camelot Cinemas in Greenville.
Apr 7


Tacos ‘n Tequila returns to Events at Judson Mill this Sunday
Tacos ‘n Tequila returns to Events at Judson Mill this Sunday
Apr 7


The Buzz: April Showers
There are no April fools here! Only April reads; take a look at what we worked on this week! Read A golf tournament that celebrates the legacy of the founder of Habitat for Humanity of Greenville County returned this week for its 10th anniversary. Read more about the Joe Barron Golf Classic. The Greenville Housing Authority (TGHA) will be hosting an event dedicated to connecting individuals and families with opportunities, resources, and support that foster long-term eco
Apr 3
2026 Reedy Reels Film Festival announces winners
GREENVILLE, S.C. – A fantastic three days of independent film in downtown culminated with judges honoring the best of the best. Categories and Winners are: High School - Chien Thang by Kristen Nguyen College - fading. by Emme Patat Documentary - A Butterfly Has Been Released by Jason Zamer & Barry Koch Animation - Two Ships by McKinley BensonComedy - After Life Hunters by Connor Copeland Horror - Recluse by Matt WebbDrama - Sit With Me While I Die by Brian Russell Best Short
Apr 2


Downtown Greenville to transform into cycling course on April 30
Downtown Greenville to transform into cycling course on April 30
Apr 2
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