News Releases

GREENVILLE, SC | November 8, 2018 – The Spinx Company, the Greenville S.C.-based fuel and convenience retail company with more than 80 locations and 45 car washes statewide, will host its annual Holiday Market on Wednesday, November 14th from 10:00 a.m. until 4:00 p.m. at McAlister Square in Greenville to raise money and awareness for the company’s Employee Assistance Fund. Close to 20 vendors, including several Spinx employees, will be offering a variety of great gift items, including unique art, jewelry, crafts and direct sale items. Ten percent of the sales will go toward the Spinx Employee Assistance Fund, benefitting teammates during times of financial hardship. “The Holiday Market has become an annual tradition at Spinx, and it continues to grow each year,” said Beth Thomason, SPINX Director of Marketing & Advertising. “We encourage all of our associates, customers, family and friends to stop by the market on Wednesday for...Read More

October 29, 2018, Greenville, S.C. – With 31 of 35 homesites already sold from its inaugural offering, Hartness is excited to announce the release of a brand-new collection of homesites, including an intimate cottage enclave and a rare collection of larger estate-sized properties. In just the past three weeks, 11 of these 47 new homesites have been purchased, adding to Hartness’ reputation as the Upstate’s most sought after new home community. Situated just minutes from downtown Greenville and convenient to GSP airport, Hartness enjoys one of Greenville’s most enviable locations. “With home construction at Hartness moving at a rapid pace, we’re excited to invite Greenville residents to the property to learn more about this new phase of development” stated Sean Hartness, Hartness CEO. “By the end of this year we’ll have nearly a dozen new Featured Builder homes for sale and under construction along with five completed, fully-furnished model homes....Read More

Greenville, SC | November 12, 2018 – Carolina Nephrology, a top provider for patient kidney care, is proud to welcome two new members to their team, Dr. Chitra Madhan, and Dr. Abhay Varma. Dr. Chitra Madhan, has experience in inpatient and outpatient consultation. Madhan is highly trained in both intensive care and interventional nephrology. Dr. Madhan is certified on the American Board of Nephrology and the American Board of Internal Medicine. Madhan serves as a professional member in the American Society of Nephrology, the National Kidney Foundation, and the American Medical Association. Dr. Abhay Varma, is a Board-certified Internal Medicine physician with over 5 years of experience as a hospitalist. Varma is certified on the American Board of Internal Medicine and is a member of the American Medical Association, Travancore Cochin Medical Council, and the Medical Council of India. Varma is fluent in English, Hindi, Malayalam and Tamil. Varma has...Read More

October 22, 2018 | GREENVILLE, SC – Hartness, the iconic Traditional Neighborhood Development, located just minutes from downtown Greenville, is excited to announce J.Francis Builders, CarsonSpeer Builders and Peery Homes as new additions to the exclusive Hartness Builder’s Guild. All three talented builders join forces alongside Hollison Custom Homes, Milestone Custom Homes and Stoneledge Properties. “On behalf of the entire Hartness community, we are delighted to welcome J.Francis Builders , CarsonSpeer Builders and Peery Homes as the newest additions to our team of talented builders,” stated Sean Hartness, CEO of Hartness. “We are confident that these companies will help us continue bring to Hartness to life, as well as further our vision of creating a lifestyle community that families will enjoy for generations to come.” J. Francis Builders is owned and operated by Greenville native, Jimmy Francis. With over 20 years’ experience in the Upstate, J. Francis provides homeowners with...Read More

Greenville, South Carolina – October 17, 2018 – Lifestyle brand COAST Apparel is thrilled to announce that it will host a pop-up shop on Thursday, November 1, 2018, from 5:00 p.m. to 8:00 p.m. at its downtown Greenville location at 324 South Main Street. The “For Her, By Him” themed event will feature unique offerings from a variety of Greenville based retailers including Monkee’s of the West End, The Greenville Drive Team Store and Drift Spa. The public is invited to stop by the store and shop while enjoying complimentary small bites and beverages, courtesy of The Chocolate Moose. All guests will also be able to enter-to-win a variety of great prizes from local store partners. “Greenville women have supported COAST from the start and we wanted to do something special to appreciate them. That’s why we decided to team up with some of our favorite boutiques, salons, and spas...Read More

Greenville, S.C. (October 16, 2018) – Elliott Davis, a leading business solutions firm with nine offices across the Southeast, announces that Luanne Runge has been named chief operating officer. She is based in the Greenville, South Carolina headquarters, and will provide strategic guidance and oversight for the entire company. “Luanne is a respected visionary who brings a wealth of experience in organizational leadership and operations management,” says Rick Davis, CEO of Elliott Davis. “Her knowledge, passion and drive will help to propel Elliott Davis to even greater heights as we fulfill our mission of making a positive impact on our clients, our people and our communities.” As COO, Runge will serve on the firm’s executive leadership team and oversee all aspects of day-to-day operations. She will also work to ensure the company achieves objectives that align with the strategic business plan, budget and firm culture. In addition, Runge will serve...Read More

Greenville, S.C. – October 8, 2018 – The SPINX Company, the Greenville S.C.-based fuel and convenience retail company with more than 80 locations and 45 car washes statewide, is excited to present the 19th Annual Spinx Run Fest on Saturday, October 27, 2018. This year, the Spinx Run Fest will feature five different races providing fun and entertainment for all ages and skill levels. Registration is now open at www.spinxrunfest.com. Those planning to participate are encouraged to sign up online prior to the day of the event. “I could not be more thrilled to participate in the 19th Annual Spinx Run Fest this year and hand out the awards following the event.” said Stewart Spinks, founder and chairman of The SPINX Company. “This is such a great event for the entire Greenville community and something we look forward to hosting all year long!” All races will start and finish at...Read More

October 3, 2018, Greenville, S.C. – Hartness is excited to announce the second annual Hartness Half Marathon and 5K Trail Run, presented by Milestone Custom Homes will take place on Saturday, November 10, 2018 at 9 AM. The race will benefit A Child’s Haven, a local nonprofit organization that provides care and education for children with developmental delays due to limited resources, abuse, or neglect. Registration is now open and currently costs $80 for the half marathon and $30 for the 5k trail run, per runner. To register today, visit www.hartnesshalf.com. The race will be held on the iconic Hartness property, home to the new traditional neighborhood development being built only 15 minutes from downtown Greenville. Runners will race on pavement, trails, dirt roads, gravel roads and grass fields throughout the property. This event is perfect for first-timers or Elite athletes alike. The Hartness Half Marathon & 5K presented by...Read More

Greenville, S.C. – September 26, 2018 – The SPINX Company, a Greenville, S.C.-based fuel and convenience retail company with more than 80 locations throughout S.C., is hosting a leadership career event from 9:00 a.m. to 8:00 p.m. on Friday, Oct. 5th and 9:00 a.m. to 2:00 p.m. on Saturday, Oct. 6th at The Hilton, 45 W Orchard Park Dr. off of Haywood Rd in Greenville. The company is searching for qualified talent in the Upstate to join its team of nearly 1,400 associates and is offering substantial growth and advancement opportunities. All attendees will be guaranteed interviews for available positions and are encouraged to bring a copy of their resume, although it is not required. Members of the SPINX human resources department will be interviewing for various leadership positions, including General Managers, Assistant Store Managers, Food & Beverage Managers, Car Wash Managers and other positions. SPINX offers a competitive compensation...Read More

Greenville, SC (September 24, 2018) – FUEL, a marketing agency headquartered in downtown Greenville, SC, specializing in both digital and traditional services, has hired Ed Forić as Senior Art Director. Ed brings more than a decade of design experience working with regional, national, and international accounts across various industries. He comes to FUEL from Launch Something in Spartanburg, where he was a senior graphic designer and art director. “We are excited to welcome Ed to the FUEL team,” says FUEL Creative Director Joe Gilman. “Not only is he a gifted designer with a wealth of experience but he also brings another strategic, collaborative mindset that is key to our team’s creative process. His advanced skill set will help our clients visually capture the essence of their brands.” As Senior Art Director, Ed will lead the development, execution, and maintenance of creative concepts and designs for clients and direct the graphic...Read More