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Don't let another entrepreneur's pedigree make you balk at launching your own business
Just because Kevin Williams's business plans seem to fall into place doesn’t mean you have no chance of starting a successful business. Each tub must stand on its own bottom. So you must put faith in your own business plan, not allowing the ideal circumstances of others to dampen your zeal to start a business. Kevin’s father is a computer programmer. His mother taught homeschoolers. Kevin dropped out of political science at Furman University. He then interned for South Caroli
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Greenville: Rising to New Heights
Architects and builders erected a 10-story, 125-foot observation tower at 70 Mayberry Street in Greenville, SC. PROTO BY CHARLES REAMS Perhaps they hoped that, as citizens slowly rose to the pinnacle, the elevated view of the cityscape and surrounding areas- yes, all the way to Asheville- would also improve tourists’ view of the city and themselves. PHOTO BY CHARLES REAMS The edifice is named after Thomas and Vivian A. Wong. The site was not left to chance. It was chosen beca
Home & Food
More than Wood and Metal: The Joyous Return of My Classic Cane
For the first time, I walked into the Swamp Rabbit Cafe & Grocery Store at 205 Cedar Lane Road yesterday. I was so enthralled by the richness and variety of their food selection that I walked away from my classic cane and didn’t remember leaving it there until last night. All night I fretted over my lost cane, wondering if I would ever find it again. First thing this morning, I called the cafe and left a voicemail. I was surprised to receive a text quickly asking how they co
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Greenville to Improve Section of Unity Park
A busy section of the Swamp Rabbit Trail will soon be widened to 16 feet, creating two dedicated 8-foot lanes: one for cyclists and one for pedestrians. The city has designated the section between Unity Park and Linky Stone Park. The City’s Planning Commission unanimously approved a stormwater variance, moving it along for City Council review. The variance was needed based on the trail’s proximity to the Reedy River. Engineering models showed the improvements would not impact
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Home & Food
More than Wood and Metal: The Joyous Return of My Classic Cane
For the first time, I walked into the Swamp Rabbit Cafe & Grocery Store at 205 Cedar Lane Road yesterday. I was so enthralled by the richness and variety of their food selection that I walked away from my classic cane and didn’t remember leaving it there until last night. All night I fretted over my lost cane, wondering if I would ever find it again. First thing this morning, I called the cafe and left a voicemail. I was surprised to receive a text quickly asking how they co
The Mason Jar Restaurant is here to stay
Cranking up a restaurant from scratch is not a cakewalk. Now that Eddie Marini, his wife, and three children have paid their dues in full, their new restaurant, called The Mason Jar, plans to stay in downtown Greer. When Marini opened the restaurant in 2022, people used to walk by. He got busy remodeling the front, adding large TV screens, enhancing the menu, and increasing staff. OWNER, EDDIE MARINI Customers started entering the restaurant in ever-increasing streams. Income
Ms Rhonda retires from PWCC
Longtime receptionist with a ready smile for all, Ms Rhonda Thompson has retired from the Phillis Wheatley Center. She always greeted others with a warm smile. Her joy was contagious, say colleagues and guests. Ms Rhonda brought warmth and life to the building, touching countless lives. She was always willing to lend a hand and listen to others’ concerns, lifting their spirits. If you were in central casting for the silver screen, Rhonda’s natural role would be everyone’s fav
Just for Laughs
More than Wood and Metal: The Joyous Return of My Classic Cane
For the first time, I walked into the Swamp Rabbit Cafe & Grocery Store at 205 Cedar Lane Road yesterday. I was so enthralled by the richness and variety of their food selection that I walked away from my classic cane and didn’t remember leaving it there until last night. All night I fretted over my lost cane, wondering if I would ever find it again. First thing this morning, I called the cafe and left a voicemail. I was surprised to receive a text quickly asking how they co
The Mason Jar Restaurant is here to stay
Cranking up a restaurant from scratch is not a cakewalk. Now that Eddie Marini, his wife, and three children have paid their dues in full, their new restaurant, called The Mason Jar, plans to stay in downtown Greer. When Marini opened the restaurant in 2022, people used to walk by. He got busy remodeling the front, adding large TV screens, enhancing the menu, and increasing staff. OWNER, EDDIE MARINI Customers started entering the restaurant in ever-increasing streams. Income
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