The Post and Courier Greenville

GREENVILLE, S.C. – Lima One Capital, the nation’s premier lender for real estate investors, moved today into its new downtown Greenville headquarters at 300 East McBee Avenue, a marquee downtown building that has been redeveloped by Hughes Commercial Property.

“I am thrilled for Lima One Capital to be able to establish our new headquarters in the heart of downtown,” Lima One CEO Josh Woodward said. “This revitalized, one-of-a-kind space, will be among the premier office spaces in the Southeast, and a wonderful home for our company’s next chapter.”

Lima One has been headquartered in Greenville since 2011, and more than 200 of its 300 employees will work out of the company’s new 60,000-square-foot space on the second and third floors of 300 East McBee. Lima One is relocating from its current offices at 201 E. McBee and a nearby downtown satellite location into the newly renovated building, which is also home to Prisma Health’s corporate headquarters, STIR restaurant, and Ameris Bank.

“We were committed to provide our employees a working space that will enable them and our company to be at their best, and this space is exactly that,” Woodward said. “We are delighted to provide an environment that fosters creativity, wellness, and a strong sense of community for both our teammates and Greenville at large.”

About Lima One Capital

Since its inception in 2010, Lima One Capital has been recognized as the nation’s premier lender for real estate investors and has funded over $10 billion in business purpose real estate loans. With a reach across 46 states, Lima One operates as a capital partner for both real estate investors and brokers by financing residential investment strategies including fix and flips, rental, and new construction. In 2021, Lima One was acquired by real estate investment trust MFA Financial, Inc. (NYSE:MFA), ensuring a consistent source of capital and further cementing Lima One as one of the most dependable private lenders in the United States.

GREENWOOD, S.C. – One of the region’s leading home repair firms has added T.J. Forrest as an Architectural Designer.

A graduate of Anderson University, Forrest earned a Design of Distinction Award in the Kravet Design Competition in the Spring of 2023 and was a member of the ASID Chapter while in college. He interned at Howard Home Interiors in Greenville while in college.

Charles & Associates is a full-service home repair and remodeling company operating in Greenwood, Greenville and the Lakelands regions. Services include general handyman, maintenance, carpentry, decks, plumbing, drywall, electrical, complete renovations, tub repair and refinishing. With more than 32 years of trusted service that is licensed, bonded and insured, Charles & Associates repairs are guaranteed. It was recently named to the 2025 Best of South Carolina list under the Construction & Remodeling Contractors
category.

“TJ brings a lot of great ideas and energy to our team,” said Chad Charles, President and Founder of Charles & Associates. “We believe he will be a great asset to us and our clients.”

About Charles & Associates:

Charles & Associates remains at the forefront of the industry, embracing the latest trends, technologies, and energy-efficient practices to deliver exceptional results that exceed client expectations. Learn more at www.carepairremodel.com.

GREENVILLE, SC – Just weeks after announcing he was stepping down as the top prosecutor for Greenville and Pickens counties, Walt Wilkins has joined forces with two well-respected Upstate attorneys to launch a new law firm.

Wilkins Davis is a boutique litigation firm concentrating in complex litigation, with an expandable platform through strategic alliances permitting nationwide representation. With a track record of success in high-stakes, high-profile matters, Wilkins Davis represents clients across the country in complex civil, criminal, and constitutional cases.

The firm is Led by William W. “Billy” Wilkins, former Chief Judge of the United States Court of Appeals for the Fourth Circuit, former United States District Judge, and former Chair of the U.S. Sentencing Commission; Walt Wilkins, former Assistant United States Attorney, former United States Attorney for the District of South Carolina, and longtime 13th Circuit Solicitor; and Lane Davis, a seasoned litigator with decades of experience in high-stakes commercial litigation and appellate cases.

“This team brings a very rare combination of judicial insight, prosecutorial leadership, and trial excellence,” Walt Wilkins said.

The firm will focus on:

Complex Civil Litigation: Representing clients in high-stakes business disputes, class actions, and catastrophic injury cases.
Criminal Law: Defense against serious state and federal charges, including drug offenses, cybercrime, tax evasion, and white-collar crimes.
Corporate Compliance & Internal Investigations: Helping businesses navigate internal fraud, theft, or government scrutiny with strategic, discreet legal guidance.
Victim Representation: Pursuing justice for those harmed by violence, abuse, or negligence—including sexual abuse, DUI injury, and trafficking.
Federal Government Investigations: Public corruption, whistleblower claims, regulatory enforcement, and Title IX matters.

GREENVILLE, SC – The Greenville Housing Authority (TGHA) honored the first nine graduates of its Moving to Work program, which was started last fall.

Created by the US Department of Housing and Urban Development, the Moving to Work (MTW) demonstration program has revolutionized housing assistance for low-income households nationwide since its inception in 1996. MTW empowers selected housing authorities to devise tailored strategies to efficiently utilize federal funds and promote financial independence.

Those being honored Wednesday were Britteny Harris, Brianna J. Simon, Jewel Tatianna Mathewes, Levandra Reeves, Ashley Banks, Halisa Hyler, Joy Allen, Quentoria Jones, and Sherisse Teresa Bodden.

“While we called this a graduation ceremony, this is really honoring our participants who have taken the next major step in advancing their opportunities for careers,” said Terril Bates, CEO of the TGHA.

Over its more than two decades of existence, MTW has allowed agencies such as the TGHA to implement successful initiatives that meet the needs of their communities while expanding opportunities for households. By granting flexibility in housing vouchers funded by HUD and MTW enables agencies to develop localized solutions, Bates said.

In 2021, TGHA joined the program’s Landlord Incentives cohort, aiming to attract and retain landlords in the Housing Choice Voucher (HCV) Program through financial and administrative incentives. MTW’s statutory goals include reducing costs, incentivizing employment among households, and increasing housing choices for low-income families. TGHA’s MTW program also focuses on self-sufficiency. which includes educational and career enhancements. The housing assistance programs offered are now time limited with households electing to graduate in four or more years. The amount of time that housing assistance will be provided is based on the households election and commitment to self sufficiency.

SENECA, SC — For the second consecutive year, BASF sites in South Carolina joined together with Make-A-Wish South Carolina to make one child’s wish come true.

Team members from BASF’s sites in Mauldin, White Stone (Spartanburg), Seneca, Central (Clemson), and Converse held a Wish Celebration for Grant, age 12, at Wild Hearts Equine Therapeutic Center in Seneca as he and his family prepare to embark on a true family adventure to a dude ranch in Colorado. Grant has bravely battled cancer, and his wish is to enjoy this once-in-a-lifetime trip together with his family, creating joyful memories far from hospitals and treatment rooms.

“We are incredibly proud to partner with Make-A-Wish South Carolina and bring joy to a local child’s life,” said Beth Coffman, site manager of BASF Corporation’s site in Seneca. “Our commitment to the community is at the heart of everything we do, and seeing the smiles and happiness this collaboration brings is truly rewarding.”

The trip was funded by a $7,500 charitable contribution made by the BASF sites through Make-A-Wish’s Corporate Wish Sponsorship.

“Every wish we grant is a chance to create hope, strength, and joy in the life of a child battling a critical illness,” said Kea Wade, Director of Corporate and Community Engagement for Make-A-Wish South Carolina. “We’re so thankful for BASF and the way their Upstate sites came together to make this wish come true. Their generosity and genuine heart for the community are what make these life-changing moments possible and we couldn’t be more grateful.”

“BASF sites in South Carolina each do a lot for the community individually, but for the past two years, partnering with Make-A-Wish South Carolina to grant one child’s wish has been a way for all the sites to come together,” said Elba Lizardi, site director for BASF Environmental Catalyst and Metal Solutions (ECMS) in Seneca.

GREENVILLE, SC – The Greenville Jewish Film Festival’s signature summer event is back, and we are kvelling (bursting with pride).
SummerFest 2025 invites you to celebrate in three locations, with three events, and three unique experiences:

· An unforgettable evening at the Sigal Music Museum, featuring live music by Zoe & Cloyd followed by a screening of the short documentary Days Between Rest.
· The South Carolina premiere of Welcome to Yiddishland, the acclaimed documentary exploring the global revival of Yiddish culture.
· A first-of-its-kind streaming presentation of The Muses of Bashevis Singer, serving as the grand finale film of our three‑day festival.
Tickets go on sale July 22.

“In terms of events and dates, this will be our biggest SummerFest yet,” said Helaine Meyers, co‑chair of The Greenville Jewish Film Festival. “As we’ve grown, we’ve discovered fresh ways to ignite audience excitement.”

The Festival kicks off Wednesday, August 20 at 7 p.m. at the Sigal Music Museum, 516 Buncombe Street, Greenville, with a celebration of Yiddish culture. The evening features:
• Live performance by acclaimed duo Zoe & Cloyd, blending bluegrass, klezmer, old‑time, and folk — renowned for their “soaring harmonies and heartfelt songwriting”
• A reception with mocktails and cultural desserts created by Project Host.
• The short film Days Between Rest: a portrait of Rachel Namudosi, a third‑generation Jewish Ugandan singer, exploring family, music, faith, and the Abayudaya community.
• Trailers for Welcome to Yiddishland and The Muses of Bashevis Singer.

This musical evening is sponsored by John and Susan Stewart.
The main event takes place Sunday, August 24 at 4 p.m., at Camelot Cinemas, 48 E. Antrim Drive, featuring a screening of Welcome to Yiddishland, sponsored by Thomas and Sandra Kester.