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Hunt Midwest is planning its first development in the Greenville-Spartanburg area of South Carolina, with an industrial project in Wellford, S.C. The company has already started construction on Fort Prince Logistics Center and is planning to have it ready for occupancy in the fourth quarter of 2022.

The 476,280-square-foot industrial project will be located on a 47-acre site at 1090 Fort Prince Blvd. Hunt Midwest is planning to construct Fort Prince Logistics Center with 48 dock positions with 36-foot clear height, a 135-foot-deep truck court, mechanical dock equipment, ESFR sprinkler system, motion-sensor LED lighting, up to 125 tractor trailer parking stalls and 189 surface parking stalls with the option to expand to 385.

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Tony Borchers, vice president of acquisitions and development for Hunt Midwest, said in prepared remarks that the project will allow for maximum flexibility for logistics, manufacturing and distribution users.

Hunt Midwest tapped Seamon Whiteside for civil engineering, LS3P for building design and Evans General Contractors as the project’s general contractor. Colliers’ John Montgomery, Garrett Scott, Brockton Hall and Dillon Swayngim will be in charge of leasing for Fort Prince Logistics Center.

Michael Bell, senior vice president of commercial real estate for Hunt Midwest, said in prepared remarks that the company was drawn to the area’s highly skilled labor force and the property’s location, which has the ability to reach 244 million customers within two-day shipping.

Fort Prince Logistics Center will have nearby access to Interstate 85, Inland Port Greer, GSP International Airport and a BMW plant along I-85 in Greer, S.C. The project will also be next to Walmart’s $450 million investment into a 720,000-square-foot distribution facility that’s expected to be complete in 2024. Like Hunt Midwest, Rockefeller Group recently entered South Carolina’s Greenville/Spartanburg market, with a three-building industrial project totaling 827,000 square feet.

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While working on Fort Prince Logistics Center, Hunt Midwest said it’s already planning other developments in the area. The company told Commercial Property Executive that it currently has another property under control for an additional 2.7 million square feet in the Greenville-Spartanburg market and will continue to pursue other land opportunities for more developments.

Since Hunt Midwest has already had success in the Midwest and the South, the company is planning to also expand its footprint further into the Southeastern region of the U.S. The company told CPE that it’s also pursuing opportunities in Charleston, S.C., Louisville, Ky., Savannah, Ga., and central Florida. Overall, Hunt Midwest has seen more than 2,500 acres of industrial development, with several properties in Kansas City, Mo., where the company is based.

WELLFORD, S.C. —

JUMPSTART is set to hold its grand opening at 9 a.m. on Saturday for the newly built "Restoration Village" in Wellford.

The Restoration Village is a 26-acre campus that will feature 24 transitional homes and a large list of amenities for men and women transitioning out of prison back into society."

"JUMPSTART exists to create meaningful opportunities for men and women who are incarcerated,” JUMPSTART Executive Director Cary Sanders said. "This will be a community that will serve 106 men and woman every single year. 125 men and woman are getting out of prison and coming to the upstate every month. For those who get out without any assistance, over 70% of them return to prison within three years nationally. Over the past 10 years, 96% of those who have come through jumpstart are now thriving in the community.”

While the village is not 100% complete, there are several homes that are already built and ready to be lived in.

“Yes, people who’ve committed crimes need to experience justice, but 95% of those who are incarcerated are being released," Sanders said. "So, why not have them be prepared and have a pathway toward a bright future.”

Sanders said there will be staff and cameras on-site to monitor behavior, mandatory drug tests for participants, and assigned mentors. Sanders said with those aspects, the 'Restoration Village' will potentially be a much safer community than some of the surrounding areas, due to strict requirements to live there.

Sanders also said that the housing will no be a handout, but an opportunity that requires work, accountability, and dedication from the participants.

"People without opportunity need opportunity to get on their feet, but once they’re gainfully employed they will pay a program fee because we believe men and women need to own their responsibility for their own care in life.”

With a 96% success rate according to Sanders, the need to help more ex-prisoners getting out as well as demand to become a participant has boosted the 'Restoration Village' project, something that was a few years in the making.

Jennifer Meade, a current JUMPSTART participant, said the organization has changed her life for the better. She said she served time in prison three different times, but now has a new outlook on life.

“I got out March 1, 2022, and I came to JUMPSTART,” Meade said "When I got out the second time, I didn’t have anywhere to go. So, I went back to the same thing I was doing. The first two times I knew nothing about JumpStart, and this last time I knew I had to do something different with my life.”

Meade said she hopes her journey of turning her life around will inspire someone else in a similar situation to make the necessary changes they need to, to put their lives on a positive track.

"You have to put the effort in and give 100%, and you’ll be fine," Meade said.

Sanders said the remainder of the village will rely on support from the community. He hopes to have the village completed in its entirety by 2025.

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WELLFORD, S.C. (FOX Carolina) - “Breaking Bread for Jesus” says it needs more food.

Simply put—the needs for food insecure families continue you grow, in Spartanburg County.

When the soup kitchen first started, organizers say it was only serving about 30 to 40 plates a week. Now, that’s more than quadrupled to almost 200 per week. It just goes to show how great need has grown over the years.

As soon as volunteers open their doors at 11 a.m., the orders start pouring in. And director Gail Eanes says everyone who comes isn’t homeless.

“We don’t ask any questions. We assume when they come in the door that they’re hungry or they know somebody that’s hungry. So, we feed them. That’s what God has called us to do.” said Eanes.

Back in 2015, after volunteering at a different soup kitchen, Eanes realized some families in the Wellford-Duncan-Startex-Jackson-Lyman area needed help. That’s when “Breaking Bread for Jesus” was born.

“We know that it’s getting worse every day,” Eanes said, “There are more and more people that are coming into the doors here. And then, by Thanksgiving, I look for an increase of, at least, 15 percent.”

Volunteers serve the community fresh, home-cooked meals, 365 days a year—since the kitchen started. Some take for themselves. Some take for others, like Glenna “Faye” Holcombe.

“I’m sharing it with my mom, with a neighbor down the street. He cannot get out and drive anymore. So, I take different food to different people,” Mrs. Faye said.

Mrs. Faye says landing on their doorsteps is food is made with love.

“They’re not only concerned about the homeless. They’re concerned about the neighborhood. This is a community program,” Mrs. Faye continues, “And the food is delicious.”

Eanes says, despite setbacks, they will keep breaking bread, until it’s all gone.

“Our pantries are lower, right now, than they have been since we started,” said Eanes.

Mrs. Faye says the community needs it.

“Because of the economy now, everything is very expensive. People are hungry,” said Mrs. Faye, “And you wouldn’t think, in this country that we live in, that hunger would be here, but it’s here.”

“Breaking Bread for Jesus” will serve food on Thanksgiving and Christmas day. The kitchen is in need of food donations, monetary donations, and volunteers. So, if you’re interested, visit their website.

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An iconic farm at the intersection of U.S. 29 and Interstate 85 in Wellford will soon be transformed by a $50 million mixed-use project being developed by North Carolina-based Evolve Companies LLC.

Evolve at New Hope Farm will involve construction of 280 one-, two-, and three-bedroom apartments on the 23-acre property and the redevelopment of two existing buildings into commercial spaces aimed at housing a cafe and a brewery.

The development is the first approved under Spartanburg County’s recently revamped mixed-use zoning designation.

According to John McDonald, development manager for Evolve Companies, the project centers on the historic nature of New Hope Farm, with its origins dating back to a royal land grant in 1774 colonial America.

The existing main house dates from 1885, and McDonald says plans envision converting the structure to serve as a cafe or coffee shop. Plans also include converting the existing barn into a brewery or restaurant concept.

But the heart of the project will be a “grand lawn” green space that will include amenities like walking paths, a dog park, fire pits and a stage area to accommodate live music and movie nights. McDonald also says there are plans for a community garden, which in addition to historic markers planned for different locations on the property will honor the site’s more than 200 years of agricultural heritage.

He adds the idea is to create a welcoming space that is a destination, not only for residents but for members of the public.

“We really want to activate that area,” he says. “New Hope Farm is an iconic property on the Highway 29 corridor. We look forward to sharing it with the community.”

Initial site work has begun with an expected completion date for the project in the third quarter of 2023. SeamonWhiteside of Spartanburg is handling civil engineering for the project, and the architectural design is being done by Planworx Architecture out of Raleigh, North Carolina.

Evolve Companies LLC was named one of the top 25 largest builders in 2022 by the National Multifamily Housing Council, and the company has other projects underway in Simpsonville, Mauldin and Greenville.

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WELLFORD, S.C., April 8, 2024 /PRNewswire/ -- Gulf Relay, a Mississippi-founded, asset-based transportation company, is delighted to announce the opening of its terminal in Wellford, South Carolina, which occurred on January 2^nd, 2024. This strategic expansion comes in response to the high growth potential observed in upstate South Carolina, and it marks a significant milestone in Gulf Relay's commitment to providing efficient and reliable transportation solutions.

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The decision to establish a presence in Wellford is driven by Gulf Relay's vision to tap into the thriving opportunities in the region and access a broader pool of skilled drivers. The I-85 corridor has been identified as a key area for growth, and Gulf Relay is eager to contribute to the economic development of this region.

The Wellford terminal includes an on-site office, an 8,000 square foot maintenance shop, 25 trailer spots, 20 truck spots, and convenient driver parking. These amenities are designed to enhance operational efficiency, provide basic maintenance services, and create a welcoming environment for Gulf Relay's dedicated team of drivers.

Heading the operations at the Wellford terminal is Jason Mefford, a seasoned professional with 15 years of truckload experience. His leadership and expertise in the industry will play a pivotal role in ensuring the terminal's success and maintaining Gulf Relay's high standards of service.

"We are thrilled to announce the opening of our second terminal in Wellford, South Carolina. This expansion is a testament to Gulf Relay's commitment to growth and our dedication to serving our clients with excellence," said Andy Vanzant, Chief Operational Officer at Gulf Relay.

Gulf Relay remains committed to fostering a culture of safety, growth, and service excellence in the transportation sector. The new terminal in Wellford represents a key step in achieving these goals and reinforces Gulf Relay's position as a leader in the logistics and transportation industry.

For media inquiries or further information, please contact: Sarah Williams Marketing Manager swilliams@gulfrelay.com

About Gulf Relay: Gulf Relay is a Mississippi-founded, asset-based transportation provider committed to providing reliable, safe, customer-centric transportation solutions. Gulf Relay continues to expand its operations and services to meet the evolving needs of its clients and the transportation industry.

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