It was an unofficial race to be the first to land at GSP, and these four landed the first three planes on the runway. | Photo by News-Piedmont via newspapers.com
In the late 1950s, Greenville and Spartanburg each had their own airports, but neither could keep up with the demands of modern jet travel. Enter Roger Milliken and Charlie Daniel, who, along with other Upstate leaders, envisioned a single facility that could serve the entire region. They identified the community of Flatwood — situated between the two cities — as the perfect location thanks to its long, level terrain. Land purchases began in 1958, and construction followed a few years later.
On October 15, 1962, the Greenville-Spartanburg Airport welcomed its first commercial service when Eastern Airlines flight 580 landed just after sunrise. We dug through old editions of the Greenville News from that time, which boasted of non-stop flights to New York City by 1964. Who’s going to tell them we now have multiple flights between here and NYC every day?
“Red” | Thursday, Aug. 28-Sunday, Aug. 31 | Times vary | Greenville Theatre | $35
Greenville Drive vs. Bowling Green Hot Rods | Thu., Aug. 28 | 6:45 p.m. | Fluor Field | $8+ | Celebrate innovation with exhibits, student showcases, local entrepreneurs, and Dollar Drink Night — plus, free tickets for all K-12 students.*
“The Prince of Egypt” | Thursday, Aug. 28-Sunday, Aug. 31 | Times vary | Mauldin Cultural Center | $20+ | Experience the South Carolina premiere of “The Prince of Egypt” and join Moses and Ramses on an epic journey of brotherhood, destiny, and freedom.*
Dr. Ali McGhee presenting on the Enneagram at PechaKucha Night Asheville. | Photo by Jake Frankel
Heard of the Enneagram? This dynamic tool can unlock leadership potential and permanently improve team communication. (Our own GVLtoday team can vouch for it.)
Join NC-based speaker, author, and coach Dr. Ali McGhee for a free Enneagram webinar tailored to team leaders, people managers, and anyone looking to improve their relationships, communication, and leadership at work.
The hotel also boasts a new Main Street restaurant. | Rendering by Renaissance Group
Development
A seven-story boutique hotel called the M. Heller is planned for the corner of Main and McBee. The Tapestry Collection by Hilton property would include ~145 rooms, meeting space, and a restaurant designed to anchor the corner — honoring former mayor Max Heller’s legacy downtown. (Upstate Business Journal)
Open
Gordon Street Lofts, a refurbished West Greenville textile mill, opened with 116 affordable units for households earning 60% of the area’s median income. The 160,000-sqft community offers one- to three-bedroom apartments plus amenities like a fitness center, business hub, and dog wash. (Greenville Journal)
Edu
Greenville County Schools is rolling out AI resources this year, including a new “Introduction to Artificial Intelligence” course at Riverside and Woodmont. Officials say the goal is to promote safe, teacher-guided use that builds digital literacy and future job skills. (Greenville Journal)
Ranked
Clemson has been ranked the top college in South Carolina and No. 20 in the South on Forbes’ 2026 America’s Top Colleges list. The university also jumped 12 spots overall to No. 86 and landed at No. 33 among public colleges nationwide. Go Tigers.
Civic
Simpsonville may tighten its short-term rental rules soon. Updates would set 30 days as the minimum stay, require owners to get a permit within 120 days, and mandate local agents within 15 miles. City Council takes its first vote on Tuesday, Sept. 9. (Greenville Journal)
Coming Soon
Evolve, a new contrast therapy wellness studio, is set to open at The Commons by late October. Expect massage, red light therapy, and a bar serving mocktails, smoothies, protein, supplements, and even bone broth. Get a sneak peek. (Greenville Journal)
Looking for a unique idea for your next girls’ night out? Celebrate the Greenville Ladies Club’s first anniversary on Thursday, Sept. 25, at The L, Larkin’s event venue. Grab your girls (and your tickets) for a night of cocktails, light bites, music, photography, and community.*
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Finance
The institutional firms that backed Uber and Venmo also invested in Pacaso, whose co-ownership tech revolutionizes the $1.3 trillion vacation home market. Pacaso has earned $110 million+ in gross profit to date. They even reserved the Nasdaq ticker PCSO. Invest for $2.90/share before the opportunity ends Sept. 18.†‡*
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Today marks the last sunset after 8 p.m., and this may be a hot take, but I am ready for fall. From euphoria to apple picking, it’s my favorite time of year in the Upstate.
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‡‡Finance “investment method” disclaimer: This is a paid advertisement for Pacaso’s Regulation A offering. Please read the offering circular at invest.pacaso.com. Reserving a ticker symbol is not a guarantee that the company will go public. Listing on the Nasdaq is subject to approvals. Comparisons to other companies are for informational purposes only and should not imply similar success. Under Regulation A+, a company has the ability to change its share price by up to 20%, without requalifying the offering with the SEC.
