The Lofts at 517 in Greenville, MS

“In January [2016], Bill Boykin, a Greenville businessman, broke ground on The Lofts at 517, a historic renovation project in downtown’s long-abandoned Sears building. Plans include 16 hotel suites, 12 condominiums, a retail space, a craft brewery and a restaurant.”

Greenville’s $9.1 million gamble