* Buick ends sponsorship of two PGA Tour events Aug 6, 2009
The PGA Tour said it would make an announcement yesterday regarding a replacement event for the Buick Open, which is widely expected to be staged at The Greenbrier in West Virginia. It added that alternative sponsorship would be sought for the Buick Invitational, where world No. 1 Tiger Woods has triumphed six times. (Taipei Times, Taiwan -- World)
Greenbrier's rebirth Aug 6, 2009
The PGA Tour is returning to the once-elite Greenbrier for the first time in 15 years, officials said Wednesday, just months after the resort's new owner promised to bring back a major golf tournament ... It marks the first large-scale event at The Greenbrier since the U.S. women beat Europe in the 1994 Solheim Cup ... Greenbrier owner Jim Justice, left, and Tom Watson discuss the PGA Tour's return. (News & Observer -- Sports)
Buick ends title sponsorships with PGA Tour Aug 5, 2009
The Buick Open will be replaced on the schedule next year by a new tournament at The Greenbrier in West Virginia, according to two officials with knowledge of the deal ... Golfweek was the first to report on The Greenbrier getting a tournament ... One of the officials said General Motors was trying to put together a consortium of sponsors to keep a tour event in Michigan, but the tour signed off on The Greenbrier before that could be pulled together. (MSNBC -- Sports)
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The PGA Tour plans to replace the Buick Open with a new tournament at The Greenbrier in West Virginia. The Buick Invitational, one of the strongest tournaments on the West Coast, will need another sponsor. (ABC 7 News, DC)
Woods wins Buick Open again Aug 4, 2009
GolfWeek also reported The Greenbrier in West Virginia is waiting for the PGA Tour to confirm it will replace the Buick Open in 2010. Woods said he thought about his walk up the 18th fairway at Warwick Hills being his last. (Columbia Daily Herald, TN)
Woods wins final Buick Aug 3, 2009
GolfWeek also reported The Greenbrier in West Virginia is waiting for the PGA Tour to confirm it will replace the Buick Open in 2010. Susan Docherty, general manager for GM's Buick and GMC brands, said she is giving Buick-GMC's national promotions manager Larry Peck 90 days to figure out the company's future in golf. (News & Observer -- Sports)
GOLF Woods shoots 69 for 69th PGA title Aug 3, 2009
GolfWeek added that The Greenbrier in West Virginia is awaiting confirmation that it will replace The Buick in 2010. Susan Docherty, general manager for GM's Buick and GMC brands, said the carmaker is reassessing its future role as a PGA Tour sponsor. (San Francisco Chronicle -- Sports)
Woods enjoys a Sunday drive Aug 3, 2009
GolfWeek also reported The Greenbrier in West Virginia is waiting for the PGA Tour to confirm it will replace the Buick Open in 2010. From the pro-am when he played with rocker Bob Seger through the final 18, Woods was thanked by Warwick Hills fans who appreciated his appearance. (Boston Globe)
Tiger's 65 clinches slim lead at Buick Open Aug 2, 2009
But The Greenbrier Resort in West Virginia is awaiting word from the Tour on its bid for a tournament to help revive what was once a premiere golf destination. All week the players and officials have been guarded in their responses about the Buick, which has been played at Warwick Hills since 1958, with a break from 1970 through '76. (USA Today -- Sports)
Five romantic spots for the newly wed Jul 15, 2009
The Greenbrier in West Virginia has received praise for its service and luxurious spa offerings ... The Greenbrier, located in White Sulphur Springs, W.Va, is a classic honeymoon destination ... Today, The Greenbrier located on 6,500 bucolic acres has received accolades for its service and luxurious spa offerings. (Atlanta Journal-Constitution -- Travel)
Couple jailed for smuggling silver from Pa. plant Jul 1, 2009
Edward Eric Gwinn was also fined $1,000 and ordered to have no contact with domestic animals by a judge in Greenbrier County. Gwinn and Scott Alvin White were indicted on felony charges in February, but each pleaded guilty to two animal cruelty misdemeanors in April. (Fresno Bee)
Round-by-round results Jun 16, 2009
Texas Rangers -- Timothy Butler, RHP, Greenbrier Christian Academy, Chesapeake, Va. 1055. (ESPN -- Baseball)
Prep: Curtis Baptist star snags offer May 23, 2009
Greenbrier's Ashli Clark , a 6-1 post, will play at Clark Atlanta ... Bryan Andrews , a Greenbrier senior, will play at Lehigh in Bethlehem, Pa. (The Augusta Chronicle)
Development Authority talks wind power May 22, 2009
Saying that in a recent meeting with other county commissioners throughout the state, LaRue learned that Greenbrier County has much opposition to an 80 turbine windmill project, but gained approval when the company signed a contract with certain stipulations. She also added that the decision for wind power to be located within counties is solely made by the Public Service Commission. (Keyser Mineral Daily News Tribune, WV)
Greenbrier Case Dismissed for New Owner May 20, 2009
Greenbrier Bankruptcy Case Dismissed for New Owner - TIME ... Greenbrier Bankruptcy Case Dismissed for New Owner ... A federal judge dismissed The Greenbrier resort s bankruptcy case Tuesday, clearing the way for a new owner to make good on his pledge to return the iconic West Virginia property to its former glory and profitability. (Time.com)
Covered Bridges of West Virginia May 20, 2009
Five counties in West Virginia have two bridges: Barbour, Greenbrier, Harrison, Jackson and Monroe. Directions to all 17 can be found on a compiled by Ryan Post. (Suite101.com)
CSX sells Greenbrier to W.Va. businessman May 9, 2009
CSX sells Greenbrier to W.Va ... CSX sells Greenbrier to W.Va ... West Virginia businessman Jim Justice has acquired the Greenbrier Resort, scuttling a deal by to take over the landmark from. (Jacksonville Business Journal, FL)
West Virginia businessman buys Greenbrier Resort May 8, 2009
West Virginia businessman Jim Justice has acquired the Greenbrier Resort, scuttling a deal by to take over the landmark. Justice said his company, the LLC, has acquired 100 percent of the Greenbrier and 80 percent of the ... The Greenbrier, previously owned by , reportedly had signed a deal with , a subsidiary of Marriott International. (Washington Business Journal, DC)
Unions Ratify Agreements With WVa Resort May 2, 2009
Unions approve contracts with The Greenbrier in W.Va ... Unions representing more than 1,100 workers at The Greenbrier have ratified new contract agreements that freeze wages and were viewed as key to the southeastern West Virginia resort's pending sale ... The Greenbrier is owned by Jacksonville, Fla. (ABC News -- Wire)
Shurburtt: Rumblings from Atlanta's UA combine Apr 29, 2009
Greenbrier) has been getting some attention from South Carolina. JC Shurburtt covers recruiting for ESPN.com. (ESPN -- Recruiting)
JC Shurburtt Apr 28, 2009
Greenbrier) has extremely quick feet, good vision and can cut. He posted an excellent shuttle time in the 4. (ESPN -- Recruiting)
Two KHS seniors among Bucklew scholars Apr 20, 2009
The remaining Bucklew scholars from throughout the state are: Caroline Bailey, Saint Marys, Saint Marys High School; Julia Barry, Romney, Hampshire High School; Robert Guy, Wheeling, Wheeling Park High School; Dane Hamilton, Grafton, East Fairmont High School; Sierra Hedrick, Poca, Nitro High School; Nicholas Horvath, Morgantown, Morgantown High School; Kyle Kimerer, Parkersburg, Parkersburg South High School; Virginia King, Elkins, Elkins High School; William Maiden, Saint Marys, Saint Marys... (Keyser Mineral Daily News Tribune, WV)
Wild, wonderful West Virginia gets wilder Apr 12, 2009
The Spice Run Wilderness is 7,124 acres of heavily forested mountains and valleys without roads or even trails on the eastern slope of the Greenbrier River. It contains three native brook trout streams and is accessible only by canoe, kayak or one rough road that requires a four-wheel drive vehicle. (Pittsburgh Post-Gazette, PA)
Business Events Scheduled for the Coming Week Apr 11, 2009
Second scheduled hearing on the bankruptcy of the Greenbrier resort in West Virginia. THURSDAY, April 16. (ABC News -- Wire)
W.Va. Resort's Assets Include Shotguns, Horses Apr 8, 2009
resort, The Greenbrier, has assets that include expensive fudge warmer, potato peeler ... The posh playground for the prominent and rich, The Greenbrier Resort, has nearly $142 million worth of assets including a $3,823 potato peeler, a $205 fudge warmer and Beretta white onyx shotguns worth $6,666, according to financial statements filed in advance of a federal bankruptcy hearing Wednesday ... railroad company that owns The Greenbrier, said the resort filed for bankruptcy March 19, but is... (ABC News -- Wire)
Hard freeze puts farmers on edge in Midwest, South Apr 7, 2009
Elevations about 2,500 feet in Greenbrier County are under a winter weather advisory from 6 p.m. Monday until 6 p.m. Tuesday. The National Weather service says up to 5 inches of snow could fall in elevations above 2,000 feet. (USA Today -- Weather)
State of Independence Apr 2, 2009
The recent bankruptcy of the Greenbrier resort has business travel columnist Joe Brancatelli wondering ... The moment I first laid eyes on the Greenbrier Resort in 2004, I blurted out what I thought was an incredibly obvious observation: "This," I said about the 6,500-acre, 720-room hideaway in rural West Virginia, "will make a great Marriott one day." ... She gamely protested the accuracy of my first impression and insisted the Greenbrier was above the unabashedly commercial, cookie-cutter... (MSNBC -- Travel)
WV to Receive $6.6 Million for Community Health Centers Mar 29, 2009
-- Northern Greenbrier Health Clinic, Inc. (Williamsburg) -- $140,822. Copyright 2009 West Virginia Media. (Multichannel News)
Marriott to buy The Greenbrier Mar 24, 2009
Louis Post-Dispatch/MCT The Greenbrier is a National Historic Landmark that long has been a bastion of Southern hospitality ... Corp., which owns The Greenbrier, signed a deal with Marriott Hotel Services Inc., a subsidiary of Bethesda-based , to sell the resort in White Sulpher Springs, W.V. The purchase is subject to substantial conditions, according to a statement released by the company ... Greenbrier Hotel Corp. said it is looking for financing from , its parent company, in order to keep... (Washington Business Journal, DC)
Famed Greenbrier Resort Files for Bankruptcy Mar 21, 2009
The posh Greenbrier resort that has housed presidents and royalty in West Virginia has filed for Chapter 11 bankruptcy and signed a deal to sell itself to hotel giant Marriott International ... The Greenbrier has struggled with the poor economy and lost $35 million in 2008. (Fox News)
Greenbrier owner cut off funds before bankruptcy Mar 21, 2009
AP The Greenbrier Resort in Sulpher Springs, WV, is seen in a Feb., 28, 2002 file photo ... The economy caught up with the historic Greenbrier resort just as its owner cut off long-standing access to easy cash, sending it into the arms of would-be buyer Marriott International, according to bankruptcy records ... A detailed review of documents from The Greenbrier's Chapter 11 filing Thursday found that the resort's owner, railroad company CSX Corp., shut down an internal cash pool for the resort... (Yahoo News)
CSX to sell The Greenbrier to Marriott Mar 20, 2009
CSX (NYSE: CSX) has been looking to sell The Greenbrier after the historic resort lost $35 million last year ... In return, Marriott will pay the hotel s owner, The Greenbrier Hotel Corporation, between $60 million and $130 million within seven years. (Jacksonville Business Journal, FL)
Posh Greenbrier Seeks Bankruptcy, Sale to Marriott Mar 20, 2009
resort The Greenbrier files for bankruptcy, agrees to be bought by Marriott ... The Greenbrier Resort in Sulpher Springs, WV, is seen in a Feb., 28, 2002 file photo ... The Greenbrier Resort in Sulpher Springs, WV, is seen in a Feb., 28, 2002 file photo. (ABC News -- Wire)
Historic Greenbrier resort files for bankruptcy protection Mar 20, 2009
The historic Greenbrier resort, which has gone from hosting presidents and royalty to posting losses, filed for Chapter 11 bankruptcy protection Thursday and unveiled a deal to sell itself to hotel giant Marriott International Inc. for up to $130-million (U.S.) ... The Greenbrier is an historic national treasure and we are excited by the opportunity, Marriott spokesman Thomas Marder said ... Mr. Marder said Marriott plans to retain the Greenbrier name. (Globe and Mail)
Football great wants piece of CSX resort Mar 14, 2009
Huff wants investors preferably the rich guys in the Greenbrier Sporting Club, including Jerry West to buy it, since they own land and homes near the resort, Charleston Daily Mail Business Editor George Hohmann wrote ... CSX (NYSE: CSX) is awaiting Goldman Sachs & Co s advice on what to do with The Greenbrier ... As an historic mint-juleps-on-the-porch type enterprise, I m not certain that demographic is out there anymore, Bloomberg quoted Brad Tuckwiller, a Greenbrier County commissioner and... (Jacksonville Business Journal, FL)
REPORT: CSX doesn't want W. Va. resort Mar 8, 2009
West Virginia Gov. Joe Manchin said no longer wants the Greenbrier resort and amending the state's law regarding gaming could make the resort more attractive to buyers, wrote reporter Christian Giggenbach ... "It would allow the financially troubled resort to retain an estimated increase of $8 million to $11 million in gaming revenue and also divert an additional $2 million to $2.5 million into a special Greenbrier employee benefits fund," according to The Register-Herald. (Jacksonville Business Journal, FL)
