Apartment Complex Purchased for Affordable Housing

The Greenville Housing Fund (GHF) has purchased Century Plaza Apartments, formerly known as The Ivy, a 212-unit complex on Century Drive in the Overbrook neighborhood. It is GHF’s largest financial transaction to date. The $31 million acquisition was faci...

"IT FEELS LIKE A LOT FOR OUR FAMILY TO HAVE ITS OWN HOME."

Maria Huerta is looking forward to having a new home, a place where her family can build memories.

"I FEEL LIKE I’M IN A DREAM RIGHT NOW, I HAVE TO CHECK MYSELF TO MAKE SURE I’M HERE."

Yvonne Oneal found safe, affordable housing as a resident of Renaissance Park senior housing apartments.

"THE CITY OF GREENVILLE HAS A GREAT PROGRAM. YOU JUST HAVE TO GET IN TOUCH."

First-time homeowner Joi Phillips said the down-payment assistance program helped her seal the deal on her new home.

"I’M AMAZED BY EVERYONE’S HARD WORK, STILL CAN’T BELIEVE THIS ACTUALLY MY HOUSE."

Christina Milagria (right) celebrated with family, friends and Habitat volunteers at the wall raising for her Habitat for Humanity home.

"I JUST REALLY CAN'T EXPRESS IT... I'M JUST SO BLESSED"

Lonnie Hudgens was overjoyed to move into her new affordable rental home with her grandsons.

Apartment Complex Purchased for Affordable Housing

The Greenville Housing Fund (GHF) has purchased Century Plaza Apartments, formerly known as The Ivy, a 212-unit complex on Century Drive in the Overbrook neighborhood. It is GHF’s largest financial transaction to date. The $31 million acquisition was faci...

City Releases Draft Development Code

Public Input is welcomed as the City aims to protect neighborhoods and define development zones.

HONOR TOWER GOAL MET WITH MILLION DOLLAR DONATION

Greenville Mayor Knox White announced today a $1 million donation to the Honor Tower at Unity Park. The Thomas and Vivian A. Wong Honor Tower will be dedicated to military veterans and first responders, offering a place of reflection and solemnity in the ...

City of Greenville receives over $56K donation to support Legacy Park improvements

Legacy Park Friends, a nonprofit based in Greenville, gave a $56,500 check to Greenville City Council on January 9, 2023. The funds will be used to support various Legacy Park upgrades.

Giraffe Feeding Platform Under Construction at the Zoo

Feeding Experiences for Guests Scheduled to begin Summer 2023 

Construction is underway on a giraffe feeding platform at the Greenville Zoo. The project includes a new ramp that will lead to the back of the giraffe exhibit where the new feeding st...

Church Street Bridge Update Planned for Summer

The Church Street bridge in downtown Greenville will be getting an upgrade, making it a safer, better lit and more beautiful experience for pedestrians.  

“This project is important for the success of downtown Greenville,” says Mayor Knox White. “...

Council Adopts Redistricting Plan

City Council voted unanimously to adopt the city's redistricting plan. The changes will take effect immediately.

The Tree Plan

A critical component of the Unity Park Master Plan is the Tree Management Plan, which addresses how the river restoration project and construction of the park will impact the trees located on the site and outlines the City’s plan to mitigate that impact. ...

The Auro Bridge

City officials unveiled a new design for Unity Park’s Auro Bridge, which will span 165 feet across the Reedy River in the heart of the 60-acre park. The bridge will be made of weathered steel, with cable railing and wood decking – a nod to the rich indust...

The Site Plan

For the environmental engineers designing Unity Park, it’s what you won’t see that brings them the biggest sense of accomplishment. 

Designers are creating a state-of-the-art drainage system to reduce floodwaters in the park and surrounding neighb...

Working Groups Provided Feedback

Staff used three specialized working groups to advise them: neighborhood leaders, design professionals and developers.

Growth in Greenville

Two "animated" residents help explore and explain the changes underway with the City's development code.

Code Education

Take a deeper dive into the issues that are shaping the city's new development code.

College Campus Fire Safety

College students should take a few minutes to make sure they are living in a fire-safe environment. Use these tips from the National Fire Protection Association to stay safe this school year.

• Look for fully sprinklered housing when choosing a dorm or off-c...

Virtual Fire Safety Presentations and Station Tours for Schools

The Greenville City Fire Department is offering Virtual Fire Safety Presentations and Virtual Fire Station Tours to schools.

If you are interested in what the Greenville City Fire Department could do to bring a smile to your school's face during these trou...

Kidde Recalls TruSense Smoke Alarms

The recall involves Kidde TruSense Smoke Alarms & Combination Smoke/Carbon Monoxide Alarms.  The recalled units are Kidde Model Series 2040, 2050, 2060 and 2070 Smoke & Combination Smoke/Carbon Monoxide alarms. Only alarms with t...

Request A Free Smoke Alarm

City residents can request a smoke alarm check. If your alarm is not working, it will be replaced at no charge to you.

Fire Department Holds International Accreditation

The Greenville City Fire Department (GCFD) has received Accredited Agency status with the Commission on Fire Accreditation International (CFAI). GCFD is one of only 250 agencies to achieve Internationally Accredited Agency status with the CFAI and the Cen...

Greenlink Hosts Listening Sessions for Customer Feedback

Greenlink is seeking rider feedback on its service to help identify projects and priorities for the coming year. Greenlink staff hopes that customers will provide insight as to how Greenlink can continue to make improvements for the community.

The Customer...

Greenlink Announces 2023 Citizens Transit Academy Class

On Tuesday, January 3, Greenlink will welcome 20 participants to its fifth annual Citizens Transit Academy. The free, six-week program offers Greenville County residents a unique opportunity to learn about public transportation and the opportunities and c...

About Greenlink Transit

Welcome to Greenlink, your link to public transportation in Greenville, South Carolina.

Paratransit Information

Greenville Area Paratransit (GAP) service provides for disabled individuals who are unable to ride Greenlink's fixed route buses.

Schedules

Find out more about the hours of operation and the routes for the Greenlink Transit system.

Passenger Orientation

Greenlink offers new customers the opportunity to familiarize themselves with our vehicles and boarding procedures.

Tyler Florence’s Perfect Day in Greenville, South Carolina

Chef Tyler Florence returns to his hometown of Greenville to highlight where he loves to eat in and around the city.

Greenville is a Top Dog Destination, according to Lonely Planet

Greenville is among "17 of the best destinations in the US to bring your dog," according to travel website Lonely Planet.

Travel & Leisure Called Greenville SC's Best-Kept Secret

The publication touted Greenville's restaurants, bars and shops in the story.

SC's Best Coffee is in Greenville, According to Lonely Planet

Lonely Planet’s guide says that “Greenville serves the best coffee in South Carolina.”

CNN Travel says Greenville is one of the World's Top Fall Destinations

Greenville is one of 12 worldwide destinations on CNN’s list of best places to go in the fall of 2022.

Travel & Leisure Says Take the Train to Greenville

Greenville is one of the best U.S. small towns to visit by train, according to Travel and Leisure.

Southern Living Says Greenville in on the Rise

Noting its charm, natural beauty and food scene, Southern Living lists Greenville as the best city on the rise in the South.

Greenville the Best Place for Young Professionals in SC, According to Niche.com

Niche.com placed Greenville at the top of the list for best places for young professionals in South Carolina in 2022.

HGTV says Greenville Has One of the Most Charming Downtowns

HGTV noted Mice on Main in its post naming Greenville's downtown as one of the most charming small town downtowns in America.

AFAR Says Greenville is One of the Best Places in the World to Visit in September

AFAR highlights Unity Park as one of the reasons to visit Greenville in the month of September.

Thrillest Picked Greenville as One of the Coolest Small Cities in America

The post about Greenville features Falls Park, the Swamp Rabbit Trail, Greenville's emerging arts scene and the City's festivals.

CNN Travel Says Greenville has One of the Most Romantic Restaurants in the World

CNN Travel calls Greenville an overlooked gem of the south featuring one of the most romantic restaurants in the world.

Condé Nast Traveler Picks Greenville as One of the Best Places to Travel in May

Condé Nast Traveler cites Greenville's Saturday Market and Artisphere as just a few reasons that make it one of the best places in the world to travel to in May.

Transfers and Promotions

Latoria Mayes, 5/31/2022, Position Transfer, Administrative Assistant

Paul Dow, 5/23/2022, Promotion, City Engineer

Eric Cisneros, 5/23/2022, Position Transfer, Equipment Operator in Training

Savannah Corley, 5/23/2022, Promotion, Special Events Coordinator

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New Hires

Shelby Perkins, 5/23/2022, Employee Health Center Coordinator, Human Resources

Justin Smith, 5/23/2022, Bus Operator in Training, Greenlink

Yolanda Solomon, 5/23/2022, Bus Operator in Training, Greenlink 

Rick Spruill, 5/23/2022, Digital Me...

New IRS Medical FSA maximums for 2023!

The IRS just released this week that the 2023 Medical FSA annual maximum will be $3,050. Even though we  have already published the annual Employee Benefits Guides with the current amount of $2,850 for the annual Medical FSA maximum, we are going...

Shopping for the Best Health Care Options

Shopping for the Best Health Care Options

Find the best health care options just like you check out your choices in cars, hotels or restaurants.  

The Blue Cross Blue Shield’s Shopping Care tool provides doctor and hospital ratings, prices for a pr...

BMW Manufacturing makes largest private donation to date to Unity Park in Greenville

The Greenville News reported on BMW Manufacturing's $1.25 million donation to restore and preserve wetlands at Unity Park.

Greenville Dedicates Unity Park Plaza to the Late Community Activist Lila Mae Brock

Greenville Business Magazine reported on the dedication of a statue and plaza to honor Lila Mae Brock's legacy at Unity Park.

Spero Financial donates $250K to Unity Park’s Mary F. Duckett Plaza

Greenville Journal reported on Spero Financial's $250,000 to sponsor a plaza at the center of Unity Park. It will be named in honor of Southernside community leader Mary Duckett.

Greenville city leaders donate nearly 6 acres of land near Unity Park for affordable housing

The City of Greenville will soon have more affordable housing options near Unity Park after city council voted to donate nearly six acres of property to the Greenville Housing Fund.

Greenville donates land worth $8 million for affordable housing near Unity Park

The city of Greenville has donated land valued at $8 million near Unity Park to be dedicated to affordable, workforce and senior-citizen housing.

Unity Park, Greenville’s largest civic project in decades, prepped for its biggest steps

The Unity Park project moves forward despite a slowing of economic growth activity caused by the global pandemic.

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