BASF’s Seneca site recently welcomed Congresswoman Sheri Biggs, who represents South Carolina’s third Congressional District and is currently serving her first term in the U.S. House of Representatives.

One year ago, Greenville Together set a bold goal: move 80 households from homelessness into permanent housing. Today, the initiative released its 2025 Impact Report, highlighting what happens when a community decides to act

Gateway announced today that its Board of Directors has unanimously appointed Amy Splittgerber as the organization’s new Chief Executive Officer. Splittgerber brings more than 30 years of mission-driven nonprofit leadership, with extensive experience guiding organizations through growth, change management, and community impact initiatives. Most recently, she served as Executive Director of Healthy Learners, where she led statewide service delivery, tripled the organization’s

The 30th Annual Taste of the Upstate presented by Samaritan Biologics is a celebration of local talent and culinary traditions – with a twist! Attendees will enjoy a symphony of flavors against a backdrop of high-energy beats from Greenville’s own award-winning Rhythm Jab. At the heart of this event are more than a dozen of the Upstate’s most talented chefs competing for six coveted awards including this year’s Traditions With a Twist Award given to the culinary artist whose

Work will soon start on a landmark mixed-use community that will be an anchor for the future of Laurens Road development.

WorkSmart celebrated its 35th anniversary recently with a series of announcements. 

Breeze Airways , the premium leisure carrier providing affordable, direct flights from underserved markets, announced a new nonstop route from Greenville-Spartanburg to Columbus, Ohio, with service on Mondays and Fridays starting May 8. Fares on the new route will start from $49*. “Connecting cities with nonstop routes that makes sense for our Guests is part of what makes flying Breeze so convenient,” said David Neeleman, founder and CEO of Breeze Airways. “This new route to

 Charles & Associates, one of the region’s most trusted providers of home repair and remodeling services, has acquired Brooks Electric LLC, a respected electrical services company known for quality workmanship and dependable service.

Tri-County Technical College broke ground on January 16 on a $31 million investment at the Anderson Campus designed to expand and grow workforce development programs.

Long-time Greenville community and business leader, Max Metcalf has been named Chairman of the SC Department of Transportation.

The Peace Center unveiled its two new music venues –– The Mockingbird and Coach Music Factory –– along with a new Arts Education Center and Artist Dorms last wek. The Mockingbird The Peace Center officially opens the doors to The Mockingbird on January 16 and 17, 2026, unveiling a bespoke new listening room designed for music lovers who crave artistry, intimacy, and connection. Located on Main Street as part of the Peace Center campus in the heart of downtown Greenville, th

Homes of Hope, a nonprofit organization dedicated to providing safe, affordable housing and workforce development opportunities for men overcoming addiction, has promoted Dawn Dowden to President of Homes of Hope.

Aran USA, an international manufacturer of sustainable liquid packaging  solutions, is investing $4 million to expand its Greer, South Carolina facility, doubling  production capacity and creating 18 new jobs over the next two years

SC Housing Executive Director Richard Hutto will retire at the start of the new year, ending nearly four decades of service in public finance, community development and affordable housing. Hutto’s final day will be Jan. 2, 2026.

The Greenville Chamber has released its 2026 Public Policy Agenda that outlines the priorities of the business community for Greenville County and the State of South Carolina.

GREENVILLE, SC – Bryan Brown, the founding CEO of the Greenville Housing Fund, will be leaving the agency at the end of the month to take a post with NeighborWorks America. “This marks the end of an historic era for the Housing Fund,” said Jimmy Kimbell, the board chairman for the agency. “Bryan has done a tremendous job of taking us from the ground-up and he leaves us in a place where we can continue to succeed.” Brown’s last official day with the Greenville Housing Fund wil

Affordable Upstate has secured a $59 million loan for the crossed collateralized cash-out refinancing of Paris Park, Terrain at Haywood, and Mauldin Meadows through a partnership with JLL Capital Markets.

GREENVILLE, SC – The Greenville Housing Fund announced key targets for making living in Greenville more affordable in 2026. During its annual meeting held at the Southern First Bank headquarters, GHF staff laid out major goals for 2026 while accentuating some of its wins in 2025. Some major goals for 2026 include: launch the Strategic Planning process for the 2026–2029 cycle, setting a strong foundation for its work in the years ahead; enhancing resident services in meaningfu

Local conservation nonprofit Upstate Forever recently announced two updates related to its land trust. First, the organization recently attained its fourth accreditation by the Land Trust Accreditation Commission, which recognizes land trusts meeting the highest national standards for excellence and conservation permanence.

MAULDIN, SC, December 9, 2025 – For the fifth consecutive year, readers of South Carolina Business Magazines have honored BASF sites across Upstate South Carolina with a Best in Business Award. In 2025, BASF earned a Silver Award in the Best Advanced Materials and Plastics Company category for its sites in Central (Clemson), White Stone, Mauldin and Seneca. The company previously earned Gold in the same category in 2024. BASF sites also earned Gold Awards in both the Best Man