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The Greenville Phillis Wheatley Community Center today awarded $10,000 in scholarships to four Greenville high school students. Two were present, and the rest were busy with their schoolwork. THIS MEAN SAX AIDS DIGESTION DURING LUNCH Antoinette Hall, director of the Youth Program, announced that the winners were Morgan Zimmerman and Hudson Medcalf, who received the Randy Jackson scholarships; and Benjamin Luines and Elizabeth Chinn, who received the McKnight/Norris scholarsh

The Greenville Drive lost the baseball game against Bowling Green Saturday night, but won a victory by honoring Black businesses and youth sports teams at a jubilant Fluor Field. The Greenville Drive partners with many Black business and sports organizations, including the 100 Black Men of the Upstate (100BMOUS), who hosted the annual Jackie Robinson Day during the game. Before the first pitch made by JC Starks, pitcher for the legendary Sterling High School Baseball Team, it

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

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

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

The action-packed event features the presentation of scholarships and mentorship recognition, as well as a baseball game, starting at 5:30 PM, all in honor of the trailblazing baseball star Jackie Robinson, the first black player admitted into the Baseball Major Leagues. Tim Hall, president of 100BMOUSC, will be present to spearhead the event with other organizers. See which local personality will throw the first pitch. Hall said that baseball has fallen out of favor with man

Many say that vaping is harmless. No wonder, therefore, that the same people see no harm in secondhand or thirdhand vaping.  How could vaping damage cancer patients, asthmatics, COPD patients, and others? The American Cancer Society says that vaping does damage to vapers, third parties at the scene, and vapers who come into contact with them hours after vaping. How is that possible? The particles from vaping attach to the vaper’s hair, skin, clothing, and furniture. Later, as

Today, the South Carolina Department of Public Health (DPH) reports that cases of measles have been occurring since March 17, bringing the total number of cases in South Carolina related to the Upstate outbreak to 997. There are currently no people in quarantine or isolation. If no new cases are reported, the last day of the outbreak will be April 26. Moving forward, unless there is a new case, DPH’s reporting rhythm for the duration of the outbreak will be the following: wee

The Social Security Administration is warning the public about a surge in scammers posing as government agents and asking for personal information, such as your phone number, Social Security number, and other details. Don’t fall for it, authorities warn.  Never give your personal information to strangers, even if they pretend to work for the government. The SSA never demands immediate payment, threatens arrest, or accepts gifts of any kind. Impostors create a false sense of u

A woman was arrested and charged  with assault and battery of a high and aggravated nature and possession of a weapon during the commission of a violent crime, police said. Bianca Norris,  51, identified by police, remains in custody at the Greenville County Detention Center. On April 1st, at approximately 1:57 p.m. , officers with the Greenville Police Department responded to 100 Cleveland Park Drive in reference to a reported stabbing. Upon arrival, officers located an adul

A reconstructed neighborhood center was named the Mary Duckett Center, as the council unanimously approved the name this week. The request came from the Community Development Empowerment Team to honor the late activist. “This dedication reflects our commitment to fostering belonging, uplifting local voices, and ensuring equitable access to services, said Mayor Knox White. The Mary Francis Duckett Community Development Center on Hampton Avenue will open next month. Duckett was

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,

More raccoon sightings are reported in March for a reason. According to the S. C. Department of Natural Resources, Greer sees more raccoons in March because it’s the peak of their spring breeding season, and their torpor has ended. This drives mothers to forage during the day to feed their ravenous young, though they are normally nocturnal animals. Nighttime foraging is not enough to feed its cubs or kits, said Skedaddle Humane Wildlife Control. Most citizens are concerned ab

About 20% of all accidents in Greenville, S.C., occur in parking lots, according to J. Grady Baker Law. Distracted driving occurs in parking lots of shopping centers, schools, and offices, causing fender benders and other damage, authorities say. A policeman said you can be legally parked, and a truck or car can swipe your vehicle in passing. Because parking lot crashes are more common than you may think, the chances are good that you will eventually be involved in one.  What

Most recipes offer general guidance on ingredients, but to get the nitty-gritty, I asked my friendly grocer for specific suggestions on noodles, ground beef, and spaghetti sauce. Wade at the Greer Harris Teeter offered these friendly tidbits. “Any noodles will do, but to spice things up, mix the tomato basil sauce with the onion and garlic sauce. We walked over to the produce section.  There, Dante suggested buying the mixed pack of ground beef, port, and veal. “This mix will

A jubilant defense team embraces their client following a “not guilty” verdict. The 13th Judicial Circuit Solicitor’s Office in Greenvile, SC, maintains a high conviction rate, making “not guilty” verdicts rare. All the local authorities espouse this reality. No exact figures are needed to convince the public of that fact. But public defense attorney Chad Snyder and his team wrested victory away from the Solicitor on Friday when a jury rendered a “not guilty" verdict in the m

Harvard has delved into this question. In short, this is what they discovered: it’s the same love but only through another lens. Whatever the case, there is a growing trend of grandparents who hang with their grands, becoming best friends. PERRY WILSON Catch the show at the lobby of the Greenville County Detention Center when Perry Wilson cleans up the place with his darling grandson in tow. Wilson says the two pals spend as much time together as possible. How cool is it when

A racially mixed jury today found Charles Reams III not guilty of murder. The weeklong trial ended on a resounding note, affirming that justice can be found in Greenville, South Carolina's judicial system. CHARLES REAMS III, NOT GUILTY Twenty-one-year-old Charity Southerland, a white woman, was found dead in her bedroom on April 2, 2022. She was shot once in the neck and once in the hand. Police ruled her demise a homicide. Investor Blake Wolfe said there were 27 persons of i

Murder suspect Russell Ellis Cooper, 68, was booked Monday into the Greenville County Detention Center. He and a neighbor got into an altercation, according to Police. Cooper allegedly struck the neighbor at 80 Thurston Street with a blunt instrument. The victim later died. The incident remains under investigation. Anyone with information can call the police at 864-271-5333.

The Hispanic Alliance held an educational luncheon on Tuesday at Prisma Health in Unity Park. Many local businesses are providing vital information and contacts to help the community prosper. Matthew Verley, senior vice president of the Bank of Travelers Rest, said his entire staff at one office speaks Spanish to better serve the large Spanish-speaking community there. Dr. Jeffrey G. Lawson, also present at the meeting, is a rheumatologist. While educating Latinos and treatin