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We’ve got a major project due

Developers will be answering questions about these major projects in Greenville

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Hey there, Baby Bi-Lo. | Photo via Google Maps
Pro tip: Every month, the City of Greenville hosts a Project Preview Meeting for Greenvillians to learn about upcoming developments going through the city’s approval process. This month’s open house is tomorrow, June 25 from 4 p.m. to 6 p.m. at the Prisma Health Welcome Center at Unity Park (with a special presentation to follow from 6 p.m. to 7 p.m.).

This month’s meeting features a stacked lineup of projects in progress. Here are five you need to know about:

Baby Bi-Lo

The “Baby Bi-Lo,” which has sat vacant for ~10 years will begin the rezoning process with a special presentation and Q+A beginning at 6 p.m. Developers want to rezone the property, which would open the door for a taller mixed-use development to go in its place.

Mosaic

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Mosaic developers say 20% of the housing will be for the workforce.

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Rendering by LS3P

Developers want to build a “a mixed-use, mixed-income community with a goal to increase the city’s supply of affordable housing.” The development will feature three, five-story buildings on the lots between South Academy Street, North Calhoun Street, Perry Avenue, and Ware Street featuring:
  • 19,000 sqft of space for commercial and grocer tenants
  • 231 apartments
  • 8,500 sqft of indoor tenant amenities
  • Two levels of underground parking

Greenville Gateway

The developers behind the 29-story + 24-story towers proposed for the former Greenville Memorial Auditorium site are looking for updated approval on its designs, including what materials it plans to use on the new tower.

Brixton Hall Hotel

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This boutique hotel has been in the works for two years.

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Rendering via Beauxwright

Developers of this 92-room hotel proposed in the West End at the corner of Pendleton and Mallard Streets are seeking Design Review Board approval for its designs.

Birnie Street Townhomes

Along Birnie Street, near Gower Place, developers want to build 25 townhomes.
Read through the full agenda
Asked

Which project(s) are you eager to learn more about?


A. Baby Bi-Lo
B. Mosaic
C. Greenville Gateway
D. Other
We're curious
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Events
Monday, June 24
  • “Wonderings:" A Solo Exhibit with Ralston Fox Smith | Monday, June 24-Friday, June 28 | 10 a.m.-5 p.m. | Spoonbill Gallery, 1292 Pendleton St., Greenville | Free | It’s the last week to check out the work of this artist featuring earlier landscapes to geometric minimalism and color explorations.
  • Cocktail Dinner | Monday, June 24 | 6-8 p.m. | Curean, 732 S. Main St., Greenville | $80 | Indulge in an evening of craft cocktails paired with handcrafted, seasonally-inspired bites.
Tuesday, June 25
  • Live Music Over The Falls | Tuesday, June 25 | 4-6 p.m. | Spirit & Bower, 44 E. Camperdown Way, Greenville | Free entry | Sip on a selection of rare bourbons and whiskeys as you listen to live music.
  • Greenville Liberty vs. Chattanooga Red Wolves SC | Tuesday, June 25 | 7 p.m. | Paladin Stadium, 3300 Poinsett Hwy., Greenville | $11-$13 | Cheer on Greenville’s women’s soccer team as they take this fellow Southern Conference South Central Division team.
Wednesday, June 26
  • REI on Tap | Wednesday, June 26 | 6-8 p.m. | Southernside Brewing Co., 25 Delano Dr., Unit D, Greenville | Free entry | Investors, agents, wholesalers, contractors, and other real estate industry professionals are invited to attend this casual real estate-focused happy hour.
  • Learn the Shag | Wednesday, June 26 | 6-10 p.m. | Spare Time Entertainment, 822 Congaree Rd., Greenville | $0-$10 | Join the Carolina Shag Club for a beginner dance class at 6 p.m. and an intermediate class at 6:40 p.m. before a free social dance for dancers of all skill levels.
Calendar of events here
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Learn

Discover the possibilities of AM&E during this annual Fluor Field event

A kid looking at a robotics set-up next to a baseball field.
This educational event is a great way for students (and parents) to learn about wide-ranging, cutting-edge career paths. | Photo provided by the Greenville Drive
Head to Fluor Field tomorrow, June 25 for the Drive’s 9th annual Advanced Manufacturing & Engineering Night, back and tech-ier than ever.

Created to help ignite a passion for AM&E among local K-12 students, the event — which starts at 6 p.m. — includes:
  • 15+ interactive exhibits (think: robotics, augmented reality, 3D printing, and more)
  • Representatives from leading Upstate companies (like BMW, Michelin + GE Vernova)
  • Panel discussion in the 500 Club featuring industry leaders
Snag free tickets for K-12 students
News Notes
Coming Soon
  • Good To Go Five Forks is coming soon, according to a recent Instagram post. No opening date or exact location has been announced, but the post encourages you to ask any questions you may have in the comments.
Announced
  • A recent report released by furniture company Joybird found that the average post-2000 lot size in Greenville is less than .4 acres, a 63% decrease from the average pre-2000 lot size of one acre. See how other cities across the US stacked up. (The Post and Courier Greenville)
Number
  • $38.4 million. That’s how much Mauldin’s City Council approved for the Fiscal Year 2025 budget. Highlights of the budget include ~$5.6 million for fire services + $2.38 million towards hospitality and tourism.
Real Estate
  • Are you looking for a new place to live? For today’s Mansion Monday, we found this listing at in Greer for just shy of $1.6 million that includes 4 bedrooms + 3.5 bathrooms, two sub-zero refridgerators, a built-in espresso system, and the option to purchase the home furnished.
Try This
  • Looking to beat the heat this summer? Check out these public pool memberships in Greenville, Spartanburg, and Anderson. (The Greenville News)
Edu
  • Will your child ride the bus to school during the 2024-2025 school year? To ensure a seamless transportation experience, fill out Greenville County Schools’ transportation form by Sunday, July 7 if any of these changes apply.
Greenvillian
  • A reality TV show following Austin Idol and his Universal Wrestling College students will premiere on Amazon Prime and Roku this summer. The show is titled “Tales from Idolville” + a release date will be announced in the coming weeks. (Greenville Journal)
Seasonal
  • Blackberries, butter beans, collards, figs, and micro-greens. Those are just a handful of the fruits and veggies that are currently in-season. Reference this local guide from the TR Farmers Market for more summertime produce finds.
Plan Ahead
  • We love a barbecue + beer combo. Moe’s Original BBQ and Liability Brewing Co are hosting their annual Anniversary Block Party on Saturday, July 27 from 11 a.m. to 10 p.m. Join them for a day full of barbecue, specialty beers, live music, yard games, and face painting.
Pro Tip
Arts
  • Flat Out Under Pressure — a juried art competition featuring works created in just 24 hours — is open now through July 12 via the Metropolitan Arts Council. Want to win $300 toward a piece in the show? Visit the exhibit + participate in the scavenger hunt. Hint: You’ll look for items inside the paintings.*
Open
  • Cue the oversized scissors + big red ribbon, because Arden Woods has officially arrived. The luxe community in the heart of Greenville offers stunning townhomes, villas, and estate-style homes starting in the low $200s — plus an impressive suite of community amenities. See inside the spaces + schedule a tour.*
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Development

New press shop, who’s this?

BMW opens its first press shop in North America in Spartanburg

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The gears are turning. | Photos by Fred Rollison
Celebrating 30 years in business, BMW Manufacturing is opening its first press shop in North America, right here in the Upstate — Spartanburg, to be exact.

With this new shop comes new BMW models: the Fourth-Generation BMW X3 + the Silver Anniversary Edition of the BMW X5. You can get your hands on these new rides in the fall.

By the numbers

  • 219,000. That’s how many sqft the shop has. The space will produce sheet metal parts (think: doors, fenders, and lift gates) for the BMW X3.
  • $200 million. That’s the total investment our community will receive from this project.
  • 200. That’s how many new jobs will be created.
According to a press release sent about the shop, by 2026, the assembly of all electric sports activity vehicles will start at the new shop in Sparkle City. We think that’s BMW-utiful.
The Buy

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Colorful margarita glasses that are shatterproof — aka, perfect for outdoor pool parties.
 
The Wrap
 
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Today’s edition by:
Emily

From the editor
Hey, Greenville. I’m filling in for Danielle today while she enjoys a fun little vacay in New York. Don’t worry, she’ll be back with you in a couple of days.
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