Sherry Jackson, Author at UPSTATE BUSINESS JOURNAL

Former Bake Room site gets new tenants

At a time when retail closing announcements have become more frequent than openings, the 2,800-square-foot, two-storefront building at 1296 Pendleton St. in Greenville has been fully leased to two retail…

The Oxford Barber Co. announces future location in Overbrook

The 1,308-square-foot space will provide enough room for a barbershop at the front, spa area in the back and gathering space for events and company meetings, says shop owner John Redgrave.

Unlocked Coffee Roasters and LaRue Fine Chocolate opening in March

These are the first brick-and-mortar locations for both LaRue owner Elizabeth McDaniel and Unlocked owners Andres Camargo and Rocío Salazar.

Greenfield’s Bagels continues to grow 20 years after opening

“We’re not just another bagel shop.” Greenfield’s Bagels & Deli owner Robin Greenfield would eventually explain why she says that, but it would take a little while, because between sips…

The Shops of Overbrook undergo renovations, looking for additional tenants

The retail center at 1633 E. North St., where Shaw’s Pharmacy has been a staple of the historic Overbrook neighborhood for decades, is getting a facelift. Oxford Capital and Harrison…

Pinky’s Revenge arcade, bar to open in Taylors Mill

Owner Jeremy Barnes loved his ’80s childhood so much he’s bringing it back to life at a new arcade and bar slated to open May 1 in Taylors Mill, 250…

Caviar & Bananas Greenville closes permanently Dec. 31

The Greenville Caviar & Bananas location has closed, according to a sign posted Dec. 31 on the restaurant at 1 N. Laurens St. next to Aloft Hotel. The restaurant group’s…

Flying Biscuit Café to open in downtown Greenville on Dec. 23

There’s a reason the grits on the menu at Flying Biscuit Café are called “creamy dreamy.” And starting Monday, Dec. 23, the craveable Southern staple will be available in Greenville…

Mailroom Barber Co. rebrands as The Oxford Barber Co., announces new location

The Mailroom Barber Co. location at 1256 Pendleton St. in the Village of West Greenville has rebranded and will move just around the block. As of Thursday, Dec. 5, the…

New owners turn old fish camp into Lakeside Venue at Pioneer

When Marcia Thomas began planning her oldest daughter’s wedding in 2015, she had no idea four years later she’d open her own event venue. Through the lengthy planning process, the…