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Historic Greer lights up with CenterG’s first phase
Aside from a nameplate inlay in the center of Trade and Randall streets, downtown Greer was a few bricks away from fulfilling a vision eight years in the making through its CenterG Project, a key phase in the city's master plan.
Governor bans late-night alcohol sales
The sale of alcoholic beverages in S.C. bars and restaurants will be banned after 11 p.m., starting Saturday night. Gov. Henry McMaster said the measure is aimed at young adults “who are rapidly contracting the virus."
Zaxby’s to hold ribbon cutting at Blythewood restaurant Monday
The ribbon cutting, celebrating the opening of a drive-thru at 221 Blythewood Road, will take place at 9 a.m. and follow social distancing guidelines. A dining room will open at a later date.
Who protects shoppers from angry anti-mask customers?
Retailers, restaurants and grocery stores often train staff on how to de-escalate situations with disorderly customers. But when that doesn't work, the responsibility falls on security guards, said one crisis management expert.
North Charleston location of Old Time Pottery to be closed in Chapter 11 bankruptcy filing
Home decor retailer Old Time Pottery has started Chapter 11 bankruptcy proceedings in order to restructure its finances. The North Charleston store is on the list of locations the chain plans to close because of the COVID-19 pandemic.
‘Keep this energy up:’ Black-owned businesses see surge of interest amid racism protests
People are showering Black-owned businesses with support in the wake of protests against police brutality. The sudden attention on inequality in America has spun numerous online lists spotlighting Black-owned companies.
Will sparklers sell out before Independence Day?
The American Pyrotechnics Association is predicting a record year in consumer fireworks sales. But the reason for the sales increase isn’t just because the holiday is falling on a Saturday this year.
Charleston Chuck E. Cheese on bankruptcy lease rejection list
CEC Entertainment, the parent company of the entertainment-and-pizza venue geared toward kids, plans to permanently close about 34 locations that were still open when the coronavirus pandemic began.
Restaurant spending could predict spread of coronavirus, economist says
An economist with JPMorgan Chase said the level of spending in restaurants three weeks ago was the strongest predictor of a surge in coronavirus cases during that time period.
Greenville City Council mandates masks, launches business fund
Council voted to mandate masks in some businesses after Bon Secours St. Francis Health System almost met its ICU bed limit last week with a COVID-19 influx. Small businesses affected by COVID-19 may also be eligible for city grants.
Greenville City Council to vote on mask ordinance tonight
Greenville City Council will vote tonight on an ordinance enforcing masks in grocery stores and pharmacies.
OMG Candy Store opens in downtown Charleston
The boutique sweet shop was originally set to open at the beginning of April, but the COVID-19 pandemic delayed the opening. The store is now welcoming customers as they finalize remaining incoming merchandise and custom-built fixtures.
