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Please upgrade your browser or activate Google Chrome Frame to improve your experience Bon Secours Harbour View Medical Center held its ribbon-cutting ceremony on Tuesday where they welcomed members of the Bon Secours family as well as local and state officials to view the completed building The first patient is expected on Wednesday Market President for Bon Secours Hampton Roads Pat Davis-Hagens said the vision for this building started 10 years ago “We want it to be a place of hope and healing and a bold vision for the future,” she said during the ceremony “Today is the result of years of collaboration strategic foresight and deep initiated commitment to improving health and well being of the communities that we serve What we’re opening today isn’t just an expanded hospital it’s a place where lives have changed and neighbors will be cared for with excellence and compassion.” Erin Clark-Lupo provided a blessing for the Center as the mission vice president of Bon Secours Hampton Roads Bon Secours Harbour View Medical Center President Andy Spicknall spoke about the building’s “state of the art” innovative technology and use of artificial intelligence that allow nurses to spend more time with their patients Spicknall said that completing this project is personal for him as he was part of the center’s original planning process “This expansion will transform an already robust ambulatory campus into a comprehensive medical facility,” he said and integrates the existing emergency department for those who need surgery or need to be admitted to the hospital those patients no longer have to travel long distances or travel to another city to receive care,” Spicknall said The Center also features Bon Secours Mercy Health’s first “smart” hospital room which uses “next-generation AI-powered technology.”  All inpatient rooms are equipped with electronic white boards that will display information about the patient’s care team what labs have been performed and when results can be expected There are also sensors in each inpatient room to allow for increased patient safety Sensors will alert nurses in real time to potential safety risks such as a high fall-risk patient attempting to get out of bed on their own “All of this technology comes together to keep patients informed about their care and allows our nurses to spend more time at the bedside with their patients and less time on administrative tasks,” Spicknall said vice chair of the Bon Secours Hampton Roads Board of Directors said the opening of the Center is a “proud moment” not only for Suffolk but for the entire Hampton Roads region “As someone who has spent her life mentoring others I often remind people it’s not just about what you build and this hospital was built for all of us,” she said Fairchild spoke about how while innovative technology is crucial it’s nothing without “compassionate caregivers” using it It’s about creating an environment where people feel seen and valued from the moment they walk through our doors,” she said “You’ve heard today about the innovation the technology that’s making this one of the most advanced hospitals in the region There are four games on the college basketball schedule on Monday that feature MEAC squads 10-2 MEAC) are traveling to face the North Carolina Central Eagles (12-17 The Miami Heat (28-31) are at home in Southeast Division action against the Washington Wizards (11-48) on Monday,… The Washington Capitals’ Dylan Strome and the Ottawa Senators’ Tim Stutzle are two of the best players to… The Norfolk State Spartans (25-4) will look to continue a 14-game winning stretch when visiting the North Carolina… WAVY.com Patients at Bon Secours' Liver Institute of Hampton Roads in Newport News are frustrated after they were told the facility would close and consolidate with another Bon Secours facility in Richmond Patients at Bon Secours' Liver Institute of Hampton Roads in Newport News are frustrated after they were told the facility would close and consolidate with another Bon Secours facility in Richmond a time to raise awareness about the system and how it helps children across the country the Department of Homeland Security's deadline for Real ID is Wednesday Secretary Kristi Noem says the enhanced form of identification for boarding flights and accessing federal buildings and installations will reduce fraud and make the country safer but her name is not the only reason why she's precious That word best describes how Ruby Stancill entered the world — precious If you drive across the Hampton Roads Bridge-Tunnel expected to be a game changer for transportation in the region and especially there where traffic snarls remain a quality of life issue for the region's drivers Hampton Police are searching for a suspect in connection with a fatal shooting at the Karma Restaurant and Lounge on Lincoln Street in early April https://www.wavy.com/news/local-news/hampton/hampton-police-searching-for-suspect-in-connection-with-fatal-lincoln-st-shooting/ A trial date for a former Churchland High School teacher accused of sexually assaulting a minor was continued to mid-June during a hearing Monday https://www.wavy.com/news/local-news/portsmouth/trial-for-former-churchland-hs-teacher-delayed-after-issues-with-commonwealths-attorneys-office/ Super Doppler 10 Meteorologist Jeremy Wheeler has the latest weather forecast for the Hampton Roads viewing area More weather: https://www.wavy.com/weather/ Subscribe to the WAVY YouTube Channel: https://bit.ly/3AL4Dnp Get updates on weather impacting Hampton Roads and Northeastern North Carolina Follow WAVY TV 10 on our website and social channels and added concourse space are all part of the $300 million renovation and expansion plans of the Bon Secours Wellness Arena (BSWA) The venue is exploring funding options for the project which is expected to be completed in downtown Greenville in the coming years As part of a Greenville Area District (GAD) comprehensive master plan announcement on April 17 the two-phase project is estimated to cost around $300 million and would see the 25-year-old building at 650 N In an attempt to stay competitive with other regional stadiums the new proposed deal aims to stay up to date with the current needs of touring artists and athletes It anticipates better connectivity to downtown and an increased financial impact on the area "We want the arena to be more than just a place to see events Our vision is to build a community for entertainment," said Beth Paul general manager of the Bon Secours Wellness Arena BSWA officials announced a reported $150 million plan to improve current conditions including renovations to the front and back of the house the Greenville Arena District unveiled details of the plans along with an additional $120 million 6,500-seat amphitheater and a parking structure to be built after the arena upgrades are complete "The master plan we are presenting is about updating a building and protecting a vital community asset for the next 25 years and beyond," said Neetu Patel Paul anticipates that BSWA will generate around $56 million for the city of Greenville on an annual basis a six percent increase from their current contributions The added amphitheater is expected to bring $63 million per year in economic productivity so we need to renovate in order to maintain the level of business we have," Paul said More Downtown Entertainment: 10 Broadway shows coming to Peace Center in Greenville for 25-26 season, what to know to go Bon Secours Wellness Arena will expand its reach westbound toward Church Street by adding a new concourse area and entrance way that marks a new era in downtown entertainment Visible changes to the arena include introducing a new grand lobby area toward the west end of the building to provide a safer and efficient way to enter The building would get a new outer architectural shell at its base creating a brand-new face for the arena that debuted in 1998 Here are a few more of the proposed physical changes to the arena: A grand entryway into the arena with a new building facade design.An improved and expanded concourse area (adding 22,000 square feet) and entrance space leading into the building and adding more room for retail stores and merchandising.Expanded concession stands and terrace areas and restroom areasNew hospitality experiences around the concourse area.Behind the scenes Greenville Arena District shareholders will first address nearly 18,000 square feet of back-of-house operations through a renovation process to better accommodate staff arena upgrades that ticketed visitors might not see include: "It is my belief that in order to remain competitive we need to improve the area; to make it a world-class destination a place where artists can come and feel welcome," Paul said Paul visualizes the new concourse as a place to increase business transforming the current 15-foot-wide concourse into a much more spacious venue to accommodate visitors yet equally important part of the master plan announcement the Greenville Arena District is proposing a $120 million amphitheater project that would open as part of a second phase of expansion According to Bill Fox of the Hughes Agency the function and success of a new amphitheater could pay off within two years with the $63 million in annual economic productivity the venue is expected to generate The idea for this project began around 2023 and was finalized with the completion of the master plan and economic impact studies The next steps to implementing these upgrades to the building are finalizing a funding plan over the next six to eight months which will rely on contributions from the city Fox mentioned the possibility of asking for Greenville County hospitality tax and state legislature funds could not provide a status on the amount of money raised for the project thus far but GAD stakeholders hope to begin improvements by 2026 or early 2027 "The outcome is a plan that harmonizes innovation with fiscal responsibility," Paul said "We will continue to seek input and refine our plans as we move forward." As regional upgrades to the BJCC Arena in Alabama (2021) the newly built Enmarket Arena in Georgia (2022) and a $1 billion development into the Lenvo Center in Raleigh North Carolina have recently been announced hopes to similarly usher in a new era of entertainment in downtown Greenville More: Entertainment venues and events to look forward to in 2025 in Greenville, the Upstate – A.J. Jackson covers business, the food & dining scene and downtown culture for The Greenville News. Contact him by email at ajackson@gannett.com, and follow him on X (formally Twitter) @ajhappened. This coverage is only possible with support from our readers. Sign up today for a digital subscription Francis Health System plans to launch a comprehensive breast health and cancer care program The program will offer enhanced care in the Upstate multidisciplinary experience and a patient-centered approach Jennifer Beatty, a breast surgery specialist, will serve as the program’s medical director. She comes into the role with extensive experience in breast cancer diagnosis “We are in an exciting new era of breast cancer care where early detection and personalized treatment plans can make all the difference,” Beatty said administrative director of oncology services for Bon Secours St said Beatty’s expertise will be invaluable in expanding the health care system’s commitment to providing exceptional breast health services to the community “Her leadership will help us take our already-outstanding breast care services to the next level providing faster access to life-saving treatment and a more seamless patient experience,” Honeychuck said A comprehensive breast clinic on the Bon Secours St Francis Eastside campus is also planned to open later this year The health system will continue operating its two mobile mammography units to support early detection efforts “Our goal is to provide a full spectrum of care from screening and diagnosis to treatment and survivorship,” Honeychuck said “With our dedicated team and comprehensive approach we will continue to raise the standard of breast care in the Upstate.” For more information, visit bonsecours.com Input your search keywords and press Enter the redevelopment of County Square is one of the biggest — and the most important — developments in Greenville’s recent history when you have a small piece of land and it doesn’t work out as intended there’s a lot more at stake,” said Nancy Whitworth the City of Greenville’s deputy city manager “With this site and its sensitivity to the park and downtown The county-owned property is more than 37 acres equivalent in size to downtown Greenville’s core and located within walking distance of Falls Park and the Greenville Health System Swamp Rabbit Trail Its redevelopment is expected to be a billion-dollar the redevelopment of a block of South Main Street across from the Peace Center the mixed-use development at the corner of North Main and Washington streets the master planned urban community on Verdae Boulevard and Laurens Road on land once owned by the late reclusive textile magnate John D at 1,100 acres and $1.5 billion when completed and we’ve got to make sure to get it right,” said Greenville County Council Chairman Butch Kirven County Square was not thought of as a part of Greenville’s downtown But Falls Park opened in 2004 and Fluor Field two years later planning started for the Swamp Rabbit Trail a 22-mile multiuse trail that opened in 2009 Because the former mall that now houses county operations will be torn down the developer and the county have a wonderful opportunity to design from the ground up professor emeritus of city and regional planning at Clemson University and former member of the city’s planning commission and Design Review Board “They have the opportunity to be creative and efficient and make it an important part of Greenville “Any time you double or triple the density of activities it’s going to strain existing capacities,” he said 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Cancer Survivors Park will hold its grand opening this weekend A public ribbon cutting will be held at 11 a.m “The Dedication to a Vision of Hope and Healing” will feature community leaders sharing the story about the creation of the park and plans for the Center for Hope & Healing a space for community celebrations and survivorship programs The ceremony will include recognition of the Greenville Health System and other contributors who made the park possible “The Garden Party,” will be held from 6 p.m The fundraising soiree will feature music by Trey Francis Guests at the party will be able to walk through the park and hear stories about the design and meaning Tickets are $125 and are available at cancersurvivorspark.org/the-garden-party.php Proceeds will benefit the Cancer Survivors Park Alliance’s education programs A free Cancer Survivors Day Celebration will be held at the park from 1 p.m Activities include walking tours of the park A survivors recognition ceremony and photo are set for 2:32 p.m Registration is requested but not required “We are excited to be celebrating a significant milestone — the transformation of a challenged piece of property into a beautiful park We still have much to do as we transition from bricks and mortar to a focus on incorporating the creative features and resources that are the essence of our vision — creating a space for hope and healing,” said Kay Roper executive director of the Cancer Survivors Park Alliance As the functions of parks grow more complex public-private partnerships have increased as a funding source Greenville’s Unity Park is an example of many of the current trends in building urban parks — a greater reliance on public-private partnerships the conversion of postindustrial sites into green space and construction of facilities that accommodate fluctuation in water levels to help water quality and flooding issues “Parks are no longer simply places for recreation That’s why public-private partnerships are so important,” said Catherine Nagel “Really where public-private partnerships shine is that they bring in more resources and skills.” While Greenville has been known for public-private partnerships for downtown development projects such as the Hyatt Mayor Knox White said Unity Park is the city’s first example of a true public-private partnership on a park The city has earmarked $20 million in hospitality tax revenue for the new park over 10 years and wants private partners to contribute another $20 million Separate from the city’s fundraising efforts is one led by Community Journals’ chairman and co-founder Doug Greenlaw to raise money for a veterans memorial in the park Greenlaw is a founder of the Upstate charter of the Military Order of the Purple Heart “Public-private partnerships have become a critical funding tool in the toolbox,” said Kevin O’Hara vice president of urban and government affairs for the National Recreation and Parks Association public-private partnerships are good for parks.” Chicago’s Millennium Park was a result of a public-private partnership Mayor Richard Daley originally proposed construction of a parking garage with a landscaped greenroof on land that had been parkland The original plan financing called for $120 million from parking revenue bonds and $30 million from private resources plans for the park had changed drastically A cycle center provides heated bicycle parking There are outdoor art galleries and a promenade and the Pritzker Pavilion that hosts the Grant Park Musical Festival Underneath the park is a 4,000 space parking garage the park was the Midwest’s most popular tourist attraction There’s a wide range of how park public-private partnerships are structured “There’s a real range of public-private partnership models to consider,” she said “The key is to fit the model to your community Some cities have a strong base of philanthropic organizations City Park would also mirror the trend in other cities where postindustrial sites are turned into parks and green space those sites are on waterfronts and riverfronts areas that some cities turned their backs on and became nasty places to which people didn’t want to go a waterfront cargo yard was turned into one of New York’s signature parks The city redirects real estate taxes from residential and commercial developments in the project zone creating a self-sustaining revenue stream that is far less dependent on concessions and permits for special events than signature parks in other major cities “Parks are helping to revitalize cities and put them on the map,” Nagel said “It’s exciting that those projects are not just happening in the largest cities but in medium and small cities as well.” Bon Secours is planning a 200,000-square-foot critical care facility for its St Mary’s Hospital campus as part of a larger $370 million project Correction: A previous version of this story incorrectly reported the height of the new building proposed for St Bon Secours has a massive project on tap to improve its critical care facilities at St The planned $370 million expansion of the western Henrico hospital would feature the construction of a eight-story structure renovations of existing facilities and other projects on the campus off Monument Avenue The new building would replace existing parking spots and a patient drop-off area at the hospital’s main entrance fronting Bremo Road The 200,000-square-foot building would cost $306 million and provide larger more modern spaces for the hospital’s critical care operations Existing operating rooms and other facilities at the hospital is the hub of higher-level medical care for Bon Secours’s Richmond-area operations and is a center for pediatrics and neonatal care Mary’s to better support the health system’s operations in that role amid anticipated demand growth Mary’s position as the tertiary and quaternary market hub for Bon Secours,” St which would be sourced from the hospital’s existing stock of nearly 400 medical beds The project would also expand the number of bassinets at St The hospital plans to make all its beds private as part of the project Currently the hospital has a mixture of private and shared rooms for patients Other upgrades included in the project are improvements to the hospital’s loading docks and main entrance Bon Secours plans to break ground on the project this summer and work on the tower itself is expected to start in the fall The plan is to open the new building in early 2028 DPR was tapped to serve as the project’s general contractor Architecture firm Perkins&Will is handling the project’s design CMTA and Simpson Gumpertz & Heger are also involved in the project Bon Secours intends to rework the hospital’s entrance and pedestrian access The new 200,000-square-foot tower that comprises the majority of the project is shown in solid white The project is anticipated to be covered by an upcoming fundraising campaign and funds from Bon Secours Mercy Health the parent company of Bon Secours Richmond A portion of proceeds from a $600 million bond sale for capital projects in the Richmond and Hampton Roads areas would go toward the St The new facility is expected to require 375 new full-time employees at the hospital Bon Secours planned to file plans for the tower project with Henrico on Thursday afternoon The project would require zoning approval from the Board of Supervisors to accommodate the height of the building and the helipad that would be located atop it The tower would include six operating rooms and two catheterization labs among other facilities The project would shift some existing beds at St Lee said the tower would nearly double the hospital’s critical care capacity state-of-the-art operating rooms that are much larger,” he said “We’re not changing the licensed bed count; what we are doing is changing the mix (of beds).” which together would total more than 20,000 square feet would be shell space to accommodate future needs The hospital’s helipad would be relocated to the roof of the tower from its current location in the parking lot and the existing pad would be converted into parking spots So that helipad will be able to drop those patients directly to their destination in a more efficient manner,” Lee said The spaces in the hospital currently occupied by the facilities that are to be moved to the new tower would be filled with other operations Mary’s space that’s now occupied by the NICU is expected to be used to expand an existing specialty women’s unit Bridges are planned on several levels to connect the new tower to the hospital A rendering of the new critical care tower planned at St While the facilities planned for the tower are already operating at St moving them to the tower is intended to improve care and accommodate new technology executive medical director of Bon Secours Richmond Heart and Vascular Institute “We’re able functionally to do all this currently but we don’t have a structure that supports the functionality,” Bladergroen said “For us to be able to coordinate that level of complexity and keep pace with technological innovation that’s driving complex care you really have to continue to invest in your structure.” As a new center for neonatal intensive care which is 10 more than are currently available at St A new and expanded space to care for newborns and mothers is key for St Mary’s to keep up with demand and the trend of women having children later in life executive medical director for women’s and children’s services at Bon Secours Richmond “The NICU (project) really represents modernizing our NICU capabilities,” he said come here and to be able to offer them a modern space that’s got more room…We’re really excited The data suggests that as patients are delivering older and they’re sometimes sicker The project would rework the hospital’s main entrance Plans call for a more visible front door and new drop-off area as well as new pedestrian crossings on Bremo Road which separates the hospital from a parking structure The project would also overhaul the hospital’s loading dock area on Libbie Avenue which dates to the 1960s and is considered unsuitable for modern semi-trailer trucks Trucks currently have to queue up on the side of the road and they have to block traffic while they back into the current facility including ambulances coming from Monument Avenue trying to get into St “Our new loading dock with three truck bays will help eliminate some of this traffic,” St Mary’s operations director Tara Richards said “(Currently) if an ambulance is coming from the Monument area they’re going to have to wait for the truck to move.” The upcoming project comes as the latest in a series of expansions and renovations at St Mary’s over the course of nearly six decades which currently totals 744,000 square feet said that the project wouldn’t just be a benefit for western Henrico but for Bon Secours’ entire operation in the Richmond region and beyond 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Reach him at jack@richmondbizsense.com or 804-554-6545 Δdocument.getElementById( "ak_js_1" ).setAttribute( "value" Δdocument.getElementById( "ak_js_2" ).setAttribute( "value" It appears to me that parking will be a problem going forward It’s consistently addressed in literally every project Parking is always brought up as the developmental boogeyman and yet everyone in the region has always has a place to park at or near their destination there are plans to increase frequency of transit around this area and to add more bicycle and pedestrian connections along Monument and Libbie Mary’s you would know that parking really is a problem But the good thing is they do have a parking lot they could put another deck on if they need to but I usually bike or take the bus so parking isn’t a problem I am totally used to the holier than thou use public transportation posts on nearly every thread at Bizsense but come TF on … you are going to bike over to your colonoscopy Sometimes I wish the public transportation advocates would check the GRTC routes more often GRTC changed a lot of routes in the past decade…it’s not as simple as hoping on a bus and going straight to your destination anymore how often are you unable to find a parking spot You bring up parking so often and I’ve never had that issue anywhere in Richmond I agree St Mary’s is congested but I’ve always found a parking spot even if it was at the top of the deck At the end of the day St Mary’s will be sure to have enough parking because otherwise they won’t have enough patients to pay for the new addition they aren’t adding many if any additional beds other than bassinets Staff already spill over onto the side streets adjacent like Pratt I’m someone who Ebikes but I’m not going to do so in the weather we’ve had lately Mary’s actually has a plenty of parking The decks are just poorly designed for finding a space Everyone tries to find a space a space in the first deck when there are usually plenty in the 2nd and 3rd decks Some electronic signage similar to what RIC has in the daily parking decks could go a long way I can usually find a place in the lot.A little patience is all it takes Parking requirements are per the county zoning ordinance and they won’t be able to get a building permit without complying the parking requirements for a hospital in Henrico are partially based on the bed count If they are converting semi private rooms to my private without any additional beds the parking requirement and the demand will not change much I never have trouble finding parking there © 2025 Richmond BizSense - All Rights Reserved Update your browser to view this website correctly. Update my browser now × (WAVY) — Patients at Bon Secours’ Liver Institute of Hampton Roads in Newport News are frustrated after they were told the facility would close and consolidate with another Bon Secours facility in Richmond More than 42,000 cases of liver cancer are diagnosed each year in the U.S. that may become more difficult for patients living in eastern Virginia and northeastern North Carolina with the impending closure Miranda Frazier was diagnosed with liver cancer in 2019 and had a transplant in 2021 Mitchell Shiffman for saving her life when he spotted signs early on of organ rejection.“Through the course of treatment things declined rapidly,” Frazier said He was able to pretty much describe to me exactly what was going to happen even though I was in denial.”But after Bon Secours announced recently they were closing their Liver Institute in Newport News and consolidating with the Richmond office Frazier and other patients will have that much farther to drive which some believe won’t be so easy.“You don’t see a hepatologist unless you have issues with your liver,” said David Vest “That additional hour to have to go to Richmond now they may not be able to make that hour journey a couple times a week Vest has been a patient of Shiffman’s for about a year.“I have a rare disease “They’re the only ones who knew how to track it down.”He said when he asked staff why they were closing they told him they didn’t know why.“The only thing I can think of is that Bon Secours management must be making bonuses off of cutting costs,” Vest said “That’s the only thing that makes sense although it doesn’t make sense if you’re cutting costs to close down something that’s actually making money.”Until they close the office June 30 he said the Liver Institute is the only local facility that specializes in liver issues.“I’m just Said Frazier: “I want others to have a great outcome like I did I want other patients to be able to get a transplant as well and receive the care that I received.” said it regularly evaluates how best to serve patients “while serving as good stewards of our health ministry and its resources.” Bon Secours continuously evaluates how best to meet our community and patient needs while serving as good stewards of our health ministry and its resources After thoughtful and careful consideration we have decided to close the Bon Secours Liver Institute of Hampton Roads To ensure that our patients continue to receive the appropriate level of care and we are working closely with them to ease the transition We continue to offer our support to transition our patients to providers both inside and outside of our network including transferring medical records and coordinating calls between providers Bon Secours is fully committed to supporting our affected patients with continuity of care and ongoing support throughout this process these are the actual most popular baby names so far in 2025 Whether it’s a short vacation or they’re jetting off to begin their career show the future traveler you care with a meaningful graduation gift National Teacher Appreciation Week begins May 5 take advantage of these freebies and deals A new master plan offers a glimpse into the future of downtown Greenville’s Bon Secours Wellness Arena a new entrance and a dramatically expanded concourse Beth Paul said the master plan outlines a new design for the arena that will best serve the fans The entertainment and sports venue located at 650 N in Greenville has hosted over 3,000 events attended by 12 million fans since it opened in 1998 LS3P of Greenville led the development of the arena’s 25-year master plan with the help of Gensler and LMN Architects Public surveys and stakeholder meetings were conducted for the master plan The team also completed an existing conditions assessment of the arena identifying a need for more space to enhance guest and client programming The nine-month planning process resulted in a comprehensive roadmap for the future of the Bon Secours Wellness Arena and the surrounding campus The master plan unveils a new look for the Bon Secours Wellness Arena Major facade improvements inspired by Greenville’s landscape are recommended to create a more vibrant and inviting arena said the new exterior design encourages activities to occur both inside and outside the facility “The current arena is typical for the time in which it came to life and those tended to be extremely introverted buildings The attraction was the event inside,’ Edwards said that has evolved to there being more than just the event inside that the facility has to be more a part of its community.” Ideas to transform the arena’s entrances are outlined in the master plan a new main entrance with a large entry lobby is proposed to be built on the west side of the arena facing the current VIP parking lot The existing conditions assessment found the arena’s 28,000-square-foot concourse level also needed to be expanded by 22,000 square feet the master plan proposes building out the west side of the existing structure The expansion does not include increasing the arena’s current seating capacity The additional space would allow for improved guest circulation new hospitality experiences and an expanded outdoor terrace The arena’s central kitchen would also be relocated to the concourse level for improved food service Approximately 18,000 square feet of space is recommended to be added to the arena’s existing 14,000 square foot event level marshaling area and storage space would be constructed to elevate the arena’s back-of-house operations These enhancements are designed to help the arena stay competitive in the Southeast region when booking concerts sporting events and other types of entertainment Paul explained they want to make sure the arena doesn’t lose events moving forward due to the building’s current size constraints “We just want to deliver the best possible arena that Greenville can have,” Paul said Plans for the arena also include adding more locker rooms with coach offices, and enhanced green rooms to be used by the arena’s clients and partners like the Greenville Swamp Rabbits The hockey team has played home games at the Bon Secours Wellness Arena since 2010 Tim Vieira said the proposed enhancements to the event and concourse levels would benefit the hockey team’s players what they’ve laid forth as plans for moving forward,” Vieira said accomplishes … all of what we would be looking for Proposals for the future of the Bon Secours Wellness Arena also extend beyond the existing building The master plan offers ideas to enhance the 12-acre campus bordered by North Academy Street a majority of the campus is used for parking Paul said they studied several opportunities for the site that would provide recreation culture and entertainment to Greenville County The master plan proposes building a 6,500-seat amphitheater on the property for outdoor concerts and community events Paul said the open-air venue would be able to host approximately 30 concerts per year “The beautiful thing about South Carolina is you can be outdoors from March to November and so just thrilled with the way the vision came together and that we really identified something that I think is going to benefit the community tremendously,” Paul said the amphitheater would generate an estimated $15 million annually in compensation and $63 million in annual economic activity Approximately 545 permanent jobs would also be created by the new venue An outdoor greenspace would be built next to the amphitheater separating it from a proposed mixed-use development with retail and food options Edwards explained the shopping area was designed to help further activate the site and provide more fan and guest experiences The amphitheater and other campus elements are designed to sit above a 1,000-space parking podium along North Church Street The proposed plans do not recommend the Greenville Arena District acquiring additional land for the campus Paul said she wouldn’t rule it out for the future What proposed addition interests you most for the Bon Secours Wellness Arena and campus? It’s important to note that the master plan offers a visionary look as to what the Bon Secours Wellness Arena could be in the future the Greenville Arena District’s priority will be to complete the expansion and improvements of the Bon Secours Wellness Arena The project is estimated to cost $150 million to complete Paul announced April 17 the estimated cost for the amphitheater and district renovations is $120 million A final budget and construction timeline have yet to be determined for the proposed district improvements Paul and her team will start to focus on confirming funding sources for the arena renovations now that the master plan has been created The Greenville Arena District plans to provide significant capital investment for the project Paul explained they will also request state funding and have discussions with the city and county governments to see what funding opportunities are available Detailed designs for the arena project will be created once the Greenville Arena District has a strong understanding and commitment to the project’s funding The finalized plan is hoped to be completed by the end of 2025 Renovations to the arena are anticipated to begin in 2026 or early 2027 and should take approximately two years to complete We will remain operational through the construction process,” Paul said during the summer months that are generally slow where we can take advantage of some of that downtime.” the Bon Secours Wellness Arena has produced a cumulative gross economic impact of $2 billion Six design principles were used to guide the development of the Bon Secours Wellness Arena master plan The Bon Secours Wellness Arena’s new master plan proposes creating an expanded outdoor terrace known as the Pepsi Terrace said they plan to transform an existing outdoor space off the concourse to create a nice reception area for guests $91 million in total economic output for the city of Greenville $107 million in total economic output for Greenville County 443 jobs created in the city of Greenville Source: CSL’s Assessment of Bon Secours Wellness Arena Interior and Exterior Enhancements report $56 million in annual economic output for the city of Greenville (6% increase) $54 million in annual economic output for Greenville County (6% increase) 595 annual jobs created in the city of Greenville 573 annual jobs created in Greenville County Source: HR&A’s Greenville Arena District Master Plan Impact Study  $15 million per year in annual compensation  $63 million per year in annual economic activity  said they plan to remember the history of the 12-acre site as they look toward the future The primarily African American community was located between Elford Street and Lavinia Avenue Source: South Carolina Digital Library Bon Secours Wellness Arena (BSWA) stakeholders recently announced a $300 million master plan to expand and build onto its 12-acre entertainment district BSWA representatives announced a plan to expand with a $300 investment in the 12-acre campus The announcement comes after 25 years of functioning as a sports and live performance arena that has provided the Upstate with many entertainment memories Located near the vicinity of a former predominantly Black neighborhood community named Little Texas the 1958-built Greenville Memorial Auditorium was torn down in 1997 to make way for the Bi-Lo Center which later became the Bon Secours Wellness Arena in 2013 the Greenville arena has hosted musical legends such as Paul McCartney and Tina Turner as well as countless Dawn Staley victories all of which have helped shape Greenville's sports and entertainment history BSWA will have even more legendary moments to define its next quarter century here are 10 key moments in the rich history of the Bon Secours Wellness Arena in downtown Greenville: Soon to Come: Greenville concert venue announces $300 million renovation, expansion, amphitheater plans Who was the first to play at BSWA?The Bi-Lo Center hosted its first show on Sept as pop and R&B star Janet Jackson headlined the building's inaugural concert One of her opening acts at that evening's fall show was platinum recording R&B star Usher hosted its first home game at the Bi-Lo Center The Grrrowl peaked in 2002 by winning the Kelly Cup the Swamp Rabbits made Greenville and the BI-LO/BSWA home starting with the 2010-11 season while also performing under the "Road Warriors" team name in October 2010 The team later rebranded as the Greenville Swamp Rabbits in 2015 The Carolina Rhinos existed as part of the Arena Football League's developmental division in 2000 and only lasted two seasons at the Bi-Lo Center The Rhinos' presence made way for the Greenville Force which played at the Bi-Lo Center in 2009 and 2010 The National Basketball Association (NBA) once had ties to the Upstate as the Greenville Groove served as a minor league affiliate between 2001 and 2003 The Groove won the D-League Finals over the North Charleston Lowgators in its inaugural season The SEC Women's Basketball Tournament first appeared in Greenville in 2005 and has since hosted eight total conference series through the 2025 season Because of its continued success, the SEC Conference has selected BSWA as its host site for the women's tournament through the 2028 conference postseason Want to Know More: Here's how Greenville's Bon Secours Wellness Arena gets ready to host big events According to public relations representatives at Hughes Agency a George Strait concert in March 2013 holds the record for the highest attendance for a single event There were over 15,300 fans in attendance that evening This event happened in the same year that the Bi-Lo Center converted into what is now known as the Bon Secours Wellness Arena The Confederate flag was removed from the South Carolina State House in March 2017 resulting in increased business opportunities the SEC Men's Basketball Tournament returned to South Carolina in March 2017 marking the first time the NCAA tournament had been in Greenville since 2002 The Eagles' “Hotel California Tour” was the highest-grossing show to date at the Bon Secours Wellness Arena making it one of the longest-running events at the Bon Secours Wellness Arena which has run every year since the arena's inception the special lineup included a concert with Dave Matthews Band on November 8 Heart consciousness and future developments at BSWAIn January of 2025 Bon Secours Wellness Arena celebrated the 10th Anniversary of "Well Walkers" — a program that allows individuals to take laps around the concourse level of the arena and promotes heart-healthy activities – A.J. 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Sign up today for a digital subscription A medical office affiliated with Bon Secours Mercy Health is among the latest tenants to commit to locate in The Crossings at Bartlett Station development at Carrollton and Brewers Neck boulevards Isle of Wight County land transfer records show a March sale from developer Jerry Bowman’s holding company to Bon Secours Hampton Roads for $3.2 million A spokesperson for the nonprofit Catholic health system confirmed the sale but declined to provide further details Bon Secours already operates the Eagle Harbor Medical Associates and Physical Therapy in the Shoppes at Eagle Harbor shopping center on Carrollton Boulevard roughly a mile north of the proposed medical office The hospital operator has been expanding its footprint across Hampton Roads purchasing the former 219-bed Southampton Memorial Hospital in Franklin now known as Bon Secours Southampton Medical Center in 2019 and building its expanded 54-bed Harbour View Medical Center is on track to open this year in North Suffolk A medical office was part of the plan Bowman presented to county supervisors in 2022 when he received approval to scrap circa-2002 plans for a shopping center and instead subdivide The Crossings’ commercial phase into multiple County Planner Trenton Blowe said the plans on file show an 18,400-square-foot medical building which is approved for up to 240 condominium units and 52 detached homes Its commercial phase is anchored by Publix a Florida-based grocer that opened a 48,387-square-foot store in January Other tenants include a GO Car Wash set to open this month a Royal Farms gas station and convenience store and a new branch of Langley Federal Credit Union county supervisors also approved a 75,000-square-foot The Norfolk State Spartans versus the North Carolina Central Eagles is one of four games on the Monday… The Miami Heat (28-31) host the Washington Wizards (11-48) in a matchup of Southeast Division teams at Kaseya… MEAC rivals face one another when the Norfolk State Spartans (20-9 10-2 MEAC) travel to face the North… The Norfolk State Spartans (25-4) will try to continue a six-game road winning streak at the North Carolina… Top-25 teams will hit the court in two games on Monday’s college basketball slate President of Bon Secours Harbour View Medical Center joins Coast Live to discuss the upcoming opening of the new facility bringing top-notch care and state-of-the-art-technology to the North Suffolk community Community Open HouseTo Celebrate the Grand Opening ofBon Secours Harbour View Medical CenterSaturday, May 310am – 12pmTours, Refreshments & Surprises1020 Bon Secours DriveSuffolkbonsecours.com/HVMC Best Places to Work in South Carolina The owner and operator of Bon Secours Wellness Arena in downtown Greenville has unveiled an ambitious master plan that reimagines the facility’s 12-acre site as an entertainment district featuring an amphitheater and gateway to the city Amphitheater part of new Bon Secours Wellness Arena master plan chairman of the Greenville Arena District Board general manager of Bon Secours Wellness Arena the comprehensive plan encompasses significant renovations and expansions to the 25-year-old 15,500-seat sports and entertainment arena to ensure its long-term success and growth in the competitive Southeast The master plan envisions a new 6,500-seat outdoor amphitheater generating $15 million annually in compensation and an estimated $63 million each year in economic impact This substantial economic boost would further solidify the arena’s role as a key driver of Greenville’s economy “This is our opportunity to build on the legacy of those who came before us — from the families of Little Texas to the visionaries who constructed Memorial Auditorium and the business and community leaders who created this arena 25 years ago,” Patel said in the release “The master plan we are presenting today is about updating a building and protecting a vital community asset for the next 25 years and beyond.” To ensure the master plan reflects the community’s collective vision the planning process included extensive community engagement including focus groups with former residents of Little Texas shadowing sessions with members of the disability community surveys of thousands of guests and premium seat holders and meetings with neighborhood representatives the master plan emphasizes GAD’s commitment to being the Upstate’s premier hub for live events and concerts It aims to generate economic activity that significantly benefits local businesses and enhances the region’s cultural vibrancy and quality of life the Arena has proudly served as a cornerstone of entertainment and economic vitality we needed a comprehensive roadmap for a future where we remain a top destination for world-class entertainment and sporting events,” Paul said in the release and aspirations of our entire community and positions the Arena for the next 25 years and beyond.” Six core principles guided the master plan: enhancing connectivity to downtown and practicing financial stewardship while honoring the site’s history The rapidly evolving entertainment industry also influenced the vision This involved addressing new artist needs for staging and production adapting to shifting audience expectations and responding to increased competition from venues in the Southeast and across the nation “Community engagement and collaboration with our neighbors and stakeholders have been priorities from the beginning,” Paul said in the release “The outcome is a plan that harmonizes innovation with fiscal responsibility and enthusiasm with practicality This is not the conclusion of our community engagement process We will continue to seek input and refine our plans as we move forward.” RELATED: Inside the challenges of developing the ‘Greenville Gateway’ project RELATED: Behind this sports and entertainment venue’s $2B impact on Greenville The next phase of the master planning process will involve further 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access to quality health care services is vital for our community members we are pleased to have reached a new agreement that protects our patients’ access to affordable executive medical director of women’s and children’s services for Bon Secours Richmond which the health care system said were not “keeping pace with inflation and are below fair market standards Being fairly reimbursed by our payer partners [insurance companies] is what enables us to continue to deliver the highest quality of care to our patients.” had alleged that Bon Secours wanted a rate increase equaling 30% over five years The dispute had been dragging on since August of 2024 fueling concern from patients insured through Cigna as they watched and wondered if they would still be able to see their preferred provider at Bon Secours facilities should negotiations fail But a state law enacted in 2024 allows health care providers to continue treating patients at least 90 days after the provider disconnects from the insurer’s network Pregnant people can continue receiving care during the postpartum period under the measure Patients with a life-threatening condition may receive up to 180 days of care after their provider goes out of network and people being treated at in-patient facilities may continue to be cared for by their provider until they are discharged The following Bon Secours hospitals in Virginia are affected by the health system’s renewed agreement with Cigna: This story was originally published in the Virginia Mercury a writer and journalist whose experience in digital is editor-in-chief of the Virginia Mercury Get the latest local business news delivered FREE to your inbox weekly Get up-to-the-minute news sent straight to your device Account processing issue - the email address may already exist Invalid password or account does not exist Submitting this form below will send a message to your email with a link to change your password An email message containing instructions on how to reset your password has been sent to the email address listed on your account SUNRISE, Fla., March 18, 2025 /PRNewswire/ -- North American Partners in Anesthesia (NAPA) and Bon Secours will expand their relationship through services at Bon Secours Harbour View Medical Center in Suffolk NAPA will begin providing anesthesia care at this facility in the spring As the largest provider of single-specialty anesthesia services in the U.S. with a presence in nearly 400 healthcare facilities NAPA consistently delivers clinical excellence and a patient-first philosophy Bon Secours Harbour View Medical Center is a vital provider of surgical and specialty care in the Hampton Roads region With a focus on delivering seamless perioperative care Bon Secours and NAPA move forward together with anesthesia solutions to enhance patient outcomes locally "We are thrilled to begin anesthesia services at Bon Secours Harbour View Medical Center to bring our proven expertise to their surgical teams and patients," said Clavio Ascari Vice President of Clinical Services for NAPA's South Region and national infrastructure allow us to consistently drive a high-quality data-backed anesthesia model that improves surgical efficiency We look forward to collaborating with the outstanding care teams at Bon Secours to propel continued success." Bon Secours selected NAPA as its anesthesia provider based on proven clinical quality programs and robust revenue cycle management (RCM) capabilities These strengths align with Bon Secours' mission to provide exceptional patient-focused care while enhancing operational performance "As we continue to grow and serve our community it was important to align with an anesthesia group that shares our commitment to clinical excellence and innovation," said Andrew Spicknall "NAPA's extensive experience and data insights to improve perioperative efficiency made them an ideal choice We look forward to working together to provide outstanding patient care." This new contract builds upon a successful collaboration with Bon Secours reinforcing a shared commitment to supporting Bon Secours' operational goals and long-term success NAPA integrates award-winning patient safety initiatives and a national data warehouse of more than 2 million annual anesthetic cases into its client relationships—helping them optimize their own perioperative performance while maintaining the highest standards of medical treatment NAPA's specialized RCM expertise ensures accurate transparent billing that maximizes financial performance while prioritizing patient experience About Bon Secours Bon Secours is a not-for-profit health system dedicated to providing compassionate high-quality healthcare to communities across seven states one of the largest Catholic healthcare systems in the U.S. offering comprehensive care across a range of specialties The system is committed to expanding access to care and driving innovation to improve patient outcomes and enhance the overall healthcare experience SOURCE NAPA Management Services Corporation North American Partners in Anesthesia (NAPA) is proud to announce it has been named a 2025 CIO 100 Award winner by Foundry's CIO North American Partners in Anesthesia (NAPA) is pleased to announce it will begin providing anesthesia services on May 1 Health Care & Hospitals Medical Pharmaceuticals Contracts Do not sell or share my personal information: Bon Secours Mercy Hospital will unveil its new Harbour View medical center to the public during a community open house on May 3 and a ribbon-cutting ceremony on May 5 The first patient will be treated on May 6 The new building at 1020 Bon Secours Drive will add 18 “smart” inpatient rooms and four operating rooms to the preexisting Bon Secours campus President Andy Spicknall and Vice President of Nursing Kristen McSorley highlighted some of the most anticipated features The second floor is home to large family waiting areas and inpatient rooms McSorley pointed out the nursing station alcoves along the walls between patient rooms These alcoves will help improve workflow and increase patient safety allowing a nurse to sit at a computer while still having a direct line of sight to their patient The inpatient rooms also have frosted glass doors The windows looking into the patient’s room from the nurse alcove are controlled by a switch that flips between frosted and clear glass The switches are located on the inside and outside of the room so both nurses and patients can control the level of privacy Spicknall added that patients will have increased privacy even from the hallway it’s difficult to see into a room while walking past All of the patient rooms have pull-out sofa beds McSorley said they asked their staff what was important to them when designing the new rooms The hospital staff decided on everything from the location of the computer to the shelving units and gloves and hand sanitizer to ensure a better workflow The bathrooms are also bigger and redesigned to allow nurses to pivot and turn with their patients New electronic whiteboards and patient room plates were also created with nurse requests in mind The electronic whiteboards “adhere to what the patients need to understand and see,” McSorley said She added patients will also be able to see what doctors and nurses are treating them The room plate on the outside of the patient’s door will display any information visitors and employees should know before entering This could include taking necessary precautions against an infectious disease or knowing about any mobile limbs “This actually is derived from an order in the computer,” McSorley said about the room plates Without the use of the electronic nameplates the same information is displayed on a laminated sheet that’s displayed on the door Spicknall said they are calling the rooms “smart” patient rooms because of all the added technology features In addition to the whiteboard and room plate he said the rooms will have sensors to detect if a fall-risk patient is trying to get up on their own The sensor will send an alert to the nurse prior to the bed alarm going off so they can intervene before a patient gets hurt Sensors on all the patient beds also provide time frames for when the patient should be repositioned to avoid pressure injuries from lying in one position for too long The medical center team hopes to implement AI technology after the center opens converting conversations between employees and patients into digital notes “That is one of the pieces of technology nursing is most excited about,” McSorley said “Because it allows them to spend more time with their patient They’re not running off to the computer trying to document all of that the room is alleviating that stressor for them so that then they can attend to the patient’s pain do whatever they need to do in that moment to ensure that the patient is well taken care of.” Pre-operative rooms are located on the first floor This is where patients will go to be prepared for procedures McSorley explained this includes going over any pre-admission testing or labs and starting an IV or any kind of pre-operative fluids Spicknall said one of the main focuses when designing the pre-operative rooms was to ensure patient privacy with sliding frosted glass doors which is also used for the inpatient rooms “A lot of times there may be curtains or bays in these pre-operative areas to create that sense of privacy for our patients knowing this is a very anxious time for our patients and then you’ll see in a lot of our rooms we’re able to get a lot of natural light into that space just to help patients remain calm as they’re preparing for their surgery,” he said Along the perpendicular wall are a few post-surgical rooms where patients will go after waking up from anesthesia and be taken care of by a nurse McSorley said two nursing stations in the middle of the floor are better for nurse and patient flow than one station The four operating rooms are equipped to handle minimally invasive robot-assisted surgeries with large screens to display what the robot sees and orthopedic surgeries will be the most commonly treated McSorley said visitors are encouraged to look at the operating rooms to help them feel more comfortable with any surgeries they may have at the new medical center Spicknall said the building’s groundbreaking started in October 2022 and construction was completed on March 31 After the ribbon-cutting ceremony on May 5 the center will see its first patient on May 6 Spicknall said about 100 new employees were hired to staff the building the remaining medical supplies will be brought in and the staff will run drills to familiarize themselves with the layout of the building and where all their materials will be kept “This is state-of-the-art technology within healthcare,” Spicknall said “and it’s really exciting that we’re the first one within Bon Secours Mercy Health Already have an account? 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Sign In Bon Secours will be considered out-of-network for Cigna Healthcare unless a new contractual agreement is reached before then This will only affect patients in Virginia and Ohio Affected Bon Secours hospitals in Hampton Roads are the Mary Immaculate Hospital According to the Bon Secours website Cigna’s payments to Bon Secours are no longer enough to cover the cost of provided care nurses and caregivers is not adequate to account for the cost of providing safe “We need all of our payer partners to do their part By failing to offer a sustainable contract Cigna may be putting your in-network access to the facilities and providers you know and trust at risk.” The website states that Cigna users who will have ongoing treatment or procedures scheduled after April 1 should immediately contact Cigna and ask for approval of Continuity of Care This will allow patients to continue using Bon Secours at the in-network rates Cigna has not proved a rate increase to Bon Secours in over six years The release also states that “Cigna’s high rates of claim denials have led to significant delays in life-sustaining care and created operational challenges to efficient patient care.” Cigna’s website states Bon Secours is asking for a rate increase of more than 27% over five years A comment provided by a Cigna Healthcare spokesperson= reads as follows: “It is disappointing that Bon Secours Mercy Health is choosing to leave our network on April 1 Bon Secours Mercy Health notified us of their intention to leave unless we agree to their significant rate increases across multiple markets which would be detrimental to our local customers and their families We hope that Bon Secours Mercy Health will do what is right for the people of Virginia and continue working with us to reach an affordable agreement.” Cigna also urges Bon Secours patients to see if they qualify for Continuity of Care Bon Secours Harbour View Medical Center is set to open on May 6 and will include exciting new technologies bringing high-quality compassionate care closer to home Located at 1020 Bon Secours Drive in Suffolk the state-of-the-art hospital will expand upon existing emergency and outpatient services creating a fully integrated medical center Bon Secours invites you and your family to join them for a Community Open House on Saturday The new medical center will feature private inpatient rooms and four cutting-edge operating rooms bringing specialized care and advanced services to the northern Suffolk community patients will no longer have to travel for hospital or surgical care and emergency services all in one convenient location Private pre-operative and recovery rooms will ensure a comfortable experience for patients and a supportive environment with compassionate patient-centered nurses providing care every step of the way the first of its kind in the Hampton Roads region can increase patient safety by alerting nurses in real-time of potential risks and create direct communication between the patient and their nurse This technology can keep patients more informed about their care and allow nurses to spend more time with their patients serves as the first president of Bon Secours Harbour View Medical Center “Our goal is to create a healing environment that integrates state-of-the-art technology to improve patient safety while staying deeply committed to patient-centered care,” said Spicknall “We’re excited to open our doors on May 6 to patients who will now have access to hospital and surgical care in their own community.” Bon Secours was the first health system in the region to respond to the population growth in Western Hampton Roads by establishing the Bon Secours Health Center at Harbour View which has improved access to outpatient healthcare services in the community for over 25 years Bon Secours Health Center at Harbour View expanded to include a free-standing emergency department and additional outpatient services to meet the growing needs of the city Bon Secours’ mission-centered approach is what sets them apart in the healthcare industry Their mission is to extend the compassionate ministry of Jesus by improving the health and well-being of our communities and bring good help to those in need is to work to be a ministry where associates want to work people seek wellness and communities thrive Bon Secours Harbour View Medical Center will join other Bon Secours hospitals in Newport News Get the best experience and stay connected to your community with our Spectrum News app. Learn More — Bon Secours is launching a new lung cancer detection and management program called the Lung Nodule Program This comes as South Carolina’s lung cancer rate remains higher than the national average “The goal is to ensure faster follow-up times for at-risk patients because we know when it comes to potential cancer diagnoses Nathanael Phillips with Bon Scour’s Palmetto Pulmonary and Critical Care The program will be run out of the Palmetto Pulmonary and critical care facility located in downtown Greenville This program is referral-based and targets patients who receive certain lung cancer screening results we immediately reach out to initiate the referral process We also work very closely with the pulmonologists to allow for a fast and seamless transfer of patient information This reduces the chances of oversight and ensures any at-risk patients don’t fall through the cracks,” said Bon Secours nurse practitioner Chelsea O’Brien Doctors with the program use the Lung Imaging Reporting and Data System or Lung-RADS This system breaks low-dose CT screenings exams into categories that helps standardize and manage decisions Patients who receive a number of three or higher are eligible for referral into the program The program officially launched in March and numerous patients are already being treated To learn more visit bonsecours.com Francis Health System will lift its visitation restrictions at Greenville hospitals for those 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care for various emergency-medical needs It will include nine exam rooms with one specifically for trauma care The facility will also feature CT and X-ray imaging A groundbreaking ceremony was held for the project in late January Construction is expected to be complete by spring 2026 Steve White Auto Group announced it’s acquisition of Volvo Cars of Greenville in late January Volvo Cars of Greenville was previously located at 2668 Laurens Road The real estate was not included in the dealership purchase Steve White Auto Group now has 150 employees was founded by Steve White in Georgia in 1965 The auto dealership purchased Audi Greenville and Volkswagen Greenville in late 1999 and has sold the brands for 25 years Chick-fil-A opened in its new location in Simpsonville in early February the 6,000-square-foot store features an expanded dining room with 100 seats Chick-fil-A Simpsonville closed its former store at 669 Fairview Road Jan Podcasts and Analysis Serving People who Organize owner and operator of Bon Secours Wellness Arena today unveiled a master plan that reimagines the arena and 12-acre site as an entertainment district and a gateway to the South Carolina destination The plan envisions a new 6,500-seat outdoor amphitheater along with significant renovations and expansions to the 25-year-old, 15,500-seat sports arena that has made itself the home of SEC women’s basketball conference tournament. we needed a comprehensive roadmap for a future where we remain a top destination for world-class entertainment and sporting events,” said Beth Paul Plans include modernizing the back-of-house areas within the arena with double the loading docks and enhancing back areas by 18,000 square feet; adding 22,000 square feet to the concourse level with more accessible seating improved circulation and additional food and beverage options; and transforming an asphalt parking lot into a 6,500-seat outdoor amphitheater and a mixed-use development The arena district aims to finalize the plan by the end of the year “This is our opportunity to build on the legacy of those who came before us,” said Neetu Patel Don’t miss out on our featured stories of the week. Subscribe to the weekly SportsTravel newsletter to keep up with the latest news in the sports-event industry. To subscribe, click here Share on FacebookShare on X (formerly Twitter)Share on PinterestShare on LinkedInGREENVILLE (FOX Carolina) - Bon Secours Wellness Arena said the 2025 SEC Women’s Basketball Tournament saw a record-breaking number of fans this year 71,910 fans were in attendance the week of March 5 During the tournament, the South Carolina Gamecocks became the SEC Champions for the third time in a row after taking down the top-ranked Texas Longhorns The conference announced a three-year extension with Greenville to host the SEC Women’s Basketball Tournament in 2026 MORE NEWS: Wofford rallies to beat Furman to win sixth SoCon Championship