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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

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

Church Street in downtown Greenville has been reopened to traffic for some time, but today was my first time really taking it in. The $30 million completion is reassuring, showing that the city fathers are alert and responsive to local needs. Now the economic boost can continue its robust progress because downtown traffic jams have eased, say traffic experts. Engineers say the objective was to ensure safety for the 26,000 to 38,000 motorists driving through downtown Greenvill

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

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

It seems that way too many people have dementia. According to the CDC, 11% of people older than 65 have dementia. That’s 1 in 9 people. Some people experience that their mother and two siblings are afflicted with this widespread disease. What could be more personal than that? Happily, the seven other siblings have no signs of cognitive loss. Many are, therefore, caring for loved ones while also practicing prevention. What can a soul do for loved ones? And what are the best p

Value Beyond the Invoice: True market value includes reliability, transparency, and ethical sourcing When doing business, you remember the people who treat you right with honesty and courtesy. Take, for example, the simple task of putting different-sized tires on your vehicle. COLE WATSON & TIMOTHY FOSTER A merchant could stretch the truth to make a few dollars for installing and balancing tires, or he could truthfully tell a customer he would not be pleased driving his vehic

The word is out: Shaquille O’Neal is an ambassador of goodwill for the NBA. Years after retiring from the League, Shaq remains in touch with fans everywhere. Goodwill gestures are widespread, but in Atlanta, you run into real-life beneficiaries of his largesse. While visiting my sister, Dr. Lula Reams, in Atlanta, she called a friend over to meet us. Exuberant Juanita Simmons warmly greeted all with a smile and worked the room like a seasoned pro. When we asked about Shaq’s r