Out with the old, in with the new. | Photo provided by the City of Greenville
Built in 1972, Greenville’s 102,000-sqft City Hall needs updates for safety, energy efficiency, and modern workspaces. Renovating rather than relocating keeps City Hall anchored downtown, where it’s been since 1938. That’s why the city just issued a Request for Proposals for design services, due Sept. 30, 2025.
The plan
Renovate the first six floors to house departments like the Mayor’s Office, City Manager, Finance, and Parks + Rec.
Shell out floors seven through 10 for future use.
Add a new City Council chambers and employee entrance at the rear of the building.
Mayor Knox White says the renovation reflects Greenville’s downtown resurgence — and moving Council chambers from the top floor to the ground floor makes City Hall more accessible and encourages public participation. Construction is expected to start in 2027 and wrap in 2028.
The Inspo
Let’s pretend we’re scrolling on Pinterest looking for “City Hall inspo pics.” We turned to our newsletters around the country to see the unique features of their city halls.
Mac Powell Live in Concert | 7 p.m. | Maxwell Farms, Greenwood | $15+ | Listen to live music while enjoying food + drink from local vendors — all proceeds benefit children and families at Connie Maxwell Children’s Ministries.*
Greenville is eyeing 21 acres near Unity Park for a new recreational wetland. The city and partners are working to buy 17 acres of Salvation Army land along the Reedy River, with plans for trails, boardwalks, and stormwater retention. The project — which “could be a ways out” — could eventually expand to 60 acres. (The Post and Courier Greenville)
Announced
Greenville revealed three design concepts for its new 10-acre wheelsports park near the Downtown Airport. Ideas include a skatepark, pump track, bike playground, plazas, and trail connections. You can weigh in online before a final plan is unveiled Nov. 4.
Civic
Greenville County plans to expand Twin Chimneys Landfill with a $10 million bond for a new 1.7 million–cubic-yard cell and new equipment. Officials say the project keeps long-term waste planning on track, with roughly 50 years of capacity left. (The Post and Courier Greenville)
Open
Bohemian Bull is now open at Pelham Commons (near Capri’s). The gastropub features spacious outdoor seating, a mural by local artist Lacey Hennessey, and the craft cocktails, tap selection, and burgers you know from its other two Upstate locations.
Number
124,000+. That’s how many vehicles travel I-85 near Pelham Road daily, up from 120,000 in 2019. It’s among the most crowded roads in the state, but according to SCDOT, I-26 north of Charleston is busier and I-20 near Columbia is comparable. (Greenville News)
Trending
Simpsonville’s Exchange Coffee has a new conversation starter: an Art-o-mat. The retro cigarette machine now dispenses $5 mini artworks — from paintings to jewelry — as part of a project repurposing 1980s vending machines. Creator Clark Whittington has placed more than 200 Art-o-mats worldwide. (The Post and Courier Greenville)
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Day 2 in Boise
Freak Alley is the second most-visited spot in Idaho, behind “THE BLUE” aka Boise State’s blue turf. | Photo by GVLtoday
Art is everywhere in Boise, ID. From love letters to the city painted in utility boxes to a giant pink tree — which is the perfect spot to swing — it was clear just how much this city values spaces for its residents to enjoy art in public places, much like Greenville.
Have your camera ready at every corner in Boise, because there’s always something worth capturing. | Photos by GVLtoday
There was one spot in particular that I would love to see us take inspiration from in Greenville: Freak Alley. Founded in 2002, the alley is block-long showcase of art. It’s tucked off a central pedestrian area of Boise, and each summer, a large painting event allows artists and community members to transform the ever-changing gallery.
In case you missed it, this week, I’m joining ~80 Greenville business, civic, arts, and education leaders on an Intercommunity Leadership Visit — a biennial multiday deep dive designed to spark ideas, build connections, and inspire the future of our city. I’m taking you along for the ride.
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Recently, we shared the restaurant chains you wish we had in Greenville, and we tried to dull the pain of not having them by sharing local spots where you can find similar fare.
We were stumped by Portillo’s, and many of you reached out, saying you didn’t know of a good spot for Italian beef either, but Double Stamp has entered the chat.
Every Tuesday from 11 a.m. to 8 p.m., grab a brew and a classic Italian beef for $14. I’m excited to see if it’s as good as the Chicago classic.
