Greenville metro population grows to 1M residents, new census estimate shows
The population of the Greenville-Anderson-Greer MSA reached 1,014,101 residents in 2025.
Economic Development
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Greenville conference district plan includes Auro Hotels project, United Community expansion
The Furman Co. announced March 12 three local and national private partners chosen for the major mixed-use development: Auro Hotels, United Community and Hines.
Greenville unveils $500M plan for Falls Park Conference District
The Falls Park Conference District would feature a hotel-led conference center designed for business meetings and mid-sized conferences.
Breeze Airways adds flights from GSP to Ohio, Florida
The new direct flights out of GSP to Cincinnati and Fort Lauderdale will begin this summer.
Bond measures approved for Greenville arena expansion: County Council notes
The financing measures authorize the arena district to issue up to $140 million in general obligation and hospitality tax revenue bonds.
Bon Secours Wellness Arena seeks funding for $282M renovation, expansion
Extensive renovations are planned to enhance and expand the 28-year-old arena and surrounding campus in downtown Greenville.
SC technical colleges generate $6.4B annual impact, study shows
According to the study, more than 80% of technical college students work in South Carolina one year after graduation.
Major Laurens Road makeover to break ground this summer
The vision for Bolden Street District was unveiled in April 2025 following a multiyear planning effort by Verdae Development Inc. and its parent company.
Eight Upstate leaders graduate from SC Economic Development Institute
The Institute conducted two-day sessions in various cities to deepen each participant’s economic development knowledge.
Dramatic redevelopment unveiled for 90 acres along Laurens Road
Plans for the redevelopment project were unveiled to the public on April 30.
Greenville Housing Authority audit shows no fraud after CEO indictment
The Greenville Housing Authority helps provide affordable housing and workforce housing assistance.
50 years on, Oconee Nuclear Station still powering Upstate growth
Imagine, if you can, what the Upstate would be like without the twin jewels of lakes Keowee and Jocassee.
Greenville Airport District reimagining targets economic growth, connectivity
A draft of the plan will be reviewed by the city’s planning commission on Oct. 5, then put before Greenville City Council for consideration.
VisitGreenvilleSC is about to unveil a new brand. Why now and what’s next?
On Sept. 28, VisitGreenvilleSC plans to announce an evolution of its brand, the details of which have been closely guarded.
Saluda Grade Partners, Norfolk Southern reach Saluda Grade Rail Line purchase agreement
The trail will cover around 16 miles in South Carolina and 15 miles in North Carolina.