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State and local representatives attended the 2024 South Carolina Housing Summit in Columbia, SC last week. More than 200+ participants, panelists and private business representatives converged to discuss innovations and trends in housing across the State of South Carolina. Contender was pleased to be one of the event sponsors. Senator Tom Davis, Representative Chandra Dillard, Representative Case Britain, and Federal Reserve Bank participant Dr. Laura Ullrich were among the presenters who joined with local constituents to shine a spotlight on the constantly changing landscape of zoning, permitting, land use and long-term sustainability. Innovative ways to address work force housing, homelessness, and other known obstacles in the current housing crisis in both South Carolina and the Nation at large were focal points of the day. Dr. Ullrich talked extensively about the relationship between housing and employment. She also touched upon the often overlooked Community Reinvestment Act credits that could be better utilized to incentivize the private sector and provide needed resources to promote stable housing solutions. Keynote Speaker, Dawn Dowden of Homes of Hope, gave a riveting talk about the impactful ways that housing affordability, or more pointedly the lack thereof, creates repercussions for families and children that encompass not only financial restrictiveness, but quality medical, educational and social fluctuations too. The Institute for Child Success was the name behind the face of the event. ICS serves children and families in more than 26 states through 48 distinct initiatives and projects. They have helped thousands of early childhood professionals gain the resources they need to help young children thrive. A special appearance by local artist, Ija Charles was enjoyed by all.

Chestnut Ridge, a community of 360 homes, is rapidly growing as new home sales exceed expectations. This DR Horton community offers both single family and townhomes. Amenities include a pool with clubhouse and pickleball courts. Located on Standing Springs Road with easy access to Greenville, Simpsonville and Greer, South Carolina.

Bridgeway, is one of Contender's newest infrastructure projects under construction in Laurens County. Once completed, Bridgeway will bring 142 Lennar single family homes to Fountain Inn. Siteworks is working on a stunning amenity package to serve this new community. Check back for updates as progress continues!

Veteran real estate developer and entrepreneur, Ford Elliott, sat down with Matt Lutz at The Deal Ranch. Episode 38 of The Deal Ranch Podcast is out now! Listen at the link below. Listen on Apple Podcasts and Spotify .

The toll was great as Helene wreaked havoc in the Carolinas in September. North Carolina was devastated with massive flooding, loss of utilities, and destruction of homes and lives. Those of us in South Carolina felt the repercussions as well. Residents, business owners and organizations redefined “Community” in an instant post-Helene, through the joining of hands and hearts to offer assistance, support, time and resources. We were proud to be a small part of the mission to assist North Carolina residents by making donations at the Downtown Greenville Airport’s Runway Cafe where Happy Helicopter Tours did a fantastic job of setting up a donations center. The daunting lines of cars waiting to make drop offs was long indeed. Many parked their cars and walked to the Runway Cafe to drop off needed items from paper products to chain saws. The response from the community was overwhelming and far surpassed all expectations! Woodruff, SC was hit extremely hard as well. In a rural area with thousands of acres of farmland, flooding and lack of utilities was prevalent following the storm. Many were without power and lacked clean water, while schools were closed for an extended period due to downed power lines. Our team members delivered 500 meals to residents at Woodruff City Hall on Friday, October 4, with the aid of the Woodruff Police Department, the City Manager’s Office and many volunteers. Thank you to all who gave of their time and resources. We appreciate each and every one of you!

On September 13, Contender, along with other sponsors and supporters, gathered at The 405 Venue in downtown Greenville to honor this year’s award recipients for the Best of the Latinos in the Upstate. The Latino Awards originated by hearing the interest of local Latino businesses and business owners in receiving recognition for their hard work in the community through their services or products. The event highlighted the contributions and value of our Latino community in the Upstate with an interactive contest between the public and businesses. It was a night filled with celebrating their achievements during Hispanic Heritage Month. Congratulations to all of this year’s recipients! Pictured L-R: Susana Diaz, Pedro Diaz, Ford Elliott, Hillary Elliott, Shadid Montato, Laz Montato

Police Fleet Expo National Convention (PFE) is the only four-day dedicated public safety fleet interactive conference and expo. This annual event provides exhibitors great one-on-one time with key buyers in law enforcement such as Police Fleet Managers, Directors, Police Chiefs, Police Vehicle Upfitters and others responsible for purchasing police vehicles and many ancillary components that go on and in those vehicles. Brannen Motor Company, a Contender partner, was honored to be invited by Ford Motor Company to upfit a 2024 Mustang with our police lighting to be featured at this year’s “Ride and Drive” and to be on the exhibit floor with Federal Signal showcasing their lighting solutions on our Brannen Built Police Mustang.

The Ormond Beach Residence Inn groundbreaking ceremony was held earlier this summer and was well attended by local officials and Contender team members. Signifying another successful collaboration with our industry partners Marriott Hotels and DR Horton, this 137 key hotel is located on the white sand beaches of Ormond Beach, Florida. With easy access to the beach, public transportation and the downtown amenities, the Ormond Beach Residence Inn will be a welcome stop for both leisure and business travelers. Opening in May 2026! Pictured L-R: Commissioner Travis Sargent, Adam Plous, Carlos Salgado, Deputy Mayor Harold Briley, Ford Elliott, Commissioner Susan Persis, Commissioner Lori Tolland, Mayor Bill Partington, Mike Leich, Mike Pitts

This 220-lot townhome community in Spartanburg County is progressing right on schedule. Cleveland Park, Discovery Place Science Museum and Southern Outlaw Adventures are in close proximity, offering an array of things to do in the area while experiencing the beautiful views the Upstate is known for. Incorporating modern interiors and exteriors as well as energy-conscious features, Lennar home builders expect to begin lot sales in late September.

Batter Up! Contender team members and their families enjoyed a great night under the lights at Fluor Field watching the Greenville Drive give it their all. There were peanuts, and popcorn and Cracker Jacks and, in true baseball form, even a rain delay!