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Preparing to appear before a Family Court Judge
For all its benefits, who longs to go to family court? Appearing before a black-cloaked judge behind his imposing oak or cherry bench, ornately engraved to evoke awe and respect by its traditional workmanship to convey authority, longevity, and formality. Newcomers need to know what to expect when ordered to appear. The driving principle is the Best Interest of the child standard or doctrine, said law.cornell.edu . These building principles drive all decisions about custody,
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SC health officials declare measles outbreak over
On April 27, South Carolina health officials said the major measles outbreak is over. The six-month outbreak caused 997 cases, mostly among unvaccinated school children, officials said. While the immediate crisis has passed, officials maintain vigilance for new, isolated cases in the area. The outbreak began in October 2025 and ended April 27, 2026, after 42 days passed without a new related case, officials said. During the outbreak, more than 870 students were quarantined. T
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GVL Police starts Citizens' Academy on May 1
Greenville, SC — The Greenville Police Department will begin accepting applications for its 2026 Citizens Academy on May 1st, an interactive program that gives community members an inside look at the department’s operations and daily responsibilities. The Citizens Academy will run from August 11 through October 6, with sessions held every Tuesday from 5:30 p.m. to 8:30 p.m. Participants will gain valuable insight into various aspects of law enforcement through hands-on experi
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11 arrested for child sex crimes
April 16, 2026 11 Arrested in Child Sex Exploitation Operation GREENVILLE, S.C. The Greenville Police Department, in partnership with the South Carolina Law Enforcement Division (SLED) Human Trafficking Unit, conducted a two-day child sex exploitation operation on April 9 and April 10. As part of the operation, investigators established an online presence across multiple internet platforms to identify and apprehend individuals attempting to engage in sexual activity with minors
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GVL Police starts Citizens' Academy on May 1
Greenville, SC — The Greenville Police Department will begin accepting applications for its 2026 Citizens Academy on May 1st, an interactive program that gives community members an inside look at the department’s operations and daily responsibilities. The Citizens Academy will run from August 11 through October 6, with sessions held every Tuesday from 5:30 p.m. to 8:30 p.m. Participants will gain valuable insight into various aspects of law enforcement through hands-on experi
Built Greenville into a baseball powerhouse
Guest writer Jay Jackson Retired MLB pitcher after 17 years in the pros. Greenville native The way to generate more interest in baseball in Greenville, SC, is through visibility, access, and consistent community investment. Greenville already produces great baseball talent, so the foundation is solidly established. The next step is creating more opportunities for young players and families to see that baseball has a real future in this area. That can be achieved through more
Greenville District schools have beefed up its security system
According to the Greenville District School (GCS) website, its security system has had a major upgrade. It now deploys Raptor alert badges and Evolv weapons detection system. The districtwide upgrades cost $1.1 million and focus on faster, proactive safety measures, said the site. The new integrated system with layered security elements replaces a traditional metal detector. The element of unpredictability is a strong deterrent for shooters, said Dr. Burke Royster, Superinten
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GVL Police starts Citizens' Academy on May 1
Greenville, SC — The Greenville Police Department will begin accepting applications for its 2026 Citizens Academy on May 1st, an interactive program that gives community members an inside look at the department’s operations and daily responsibilities. The Citizens Academy will run from August 11 through October 6, with sessions held every Tuesday from 5:30 p.m. to 8:30 p.m. Participants will gain valuable insight into various aspects of law enforcement through hands-on experi
Built Greenville into a baseball powerhouse
Guest writer Jay Jackson Retired MLB pitcher after 17 years in the pros. Greenville native The way to generate more interest in baseball in Greenville, SC, is through visibility, access, and consistent community investment. Greenville already produces great baseball talent, so the foundation is solidly established. The next step is creating more opportunities for young players and families to see that baseball has a real future in this area. That can be achieved through more
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