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The President and Chief Executive Officer of the Greenville-Spartanburg Airport was awarded the Order of the Palmetto on November 21. Dave Edwads was awarded South Carolina’s highest civilian honor for his leadership, a statement said. Edwards’ leadership at GSP has helped advance air service, expand economic development in the Upstate, and strengthen the airport’s position as a leading international cargo gateway, making a lasting impact on the state, according to a GSP stat

Anita Evans is not a quitter. Once she has set her mind on a good business idea, she sees it through. Evans, a lover of sweets, contracted various health challenges that restricted her consumption of desserts. To circumvent the doctor’s dictum, she created plant-based recipes that can be consumed in moderation by diabetics, persons with high blood pressure, high cholesterol, and other conditions. Evans is the heart and soul behind Sweet Bites Bakery, LLC. With over 30 years o

The anti-camping ordinance was approved on Nov. 24. The new ordinance is scheduled to take effect 30 days after the city manager has certified all of the following provisions are in place: 24/7 bathrooms, storage facilities, policy review plan, outreach contract, arrangement to inform vagrants of all their resources, trauma treatment, law enforcement authorized to give rides to service providers, homeless shelter definition established. There was a protracted and heated discu

The Greenville County Historical Society is moving in January to 644 East Washington Street, a well-preserved century-old residence in the heart of the Pettigru District. And just in time because, according to John Nolan, President of the Board of Directors, their collections have grown, our programs have expanded, and we've outgrown our current space. Nolan said this move represents more than just additional square footage. The move embodies our commitment to historic preser

Play is as natural as breathing. Just go to the park and watch children at play. A recent visit to the Greenville Pavilion Recreation Center in Taylors shows that very clearly. Children of all ages enjoy play.  We are all, in fact, children at heart, though gray, bald, and ailing.  Still, we love to play. Here are some recent pictures that speak louder than words, affirming the universal need to play. What a marvelous facility the Pavilion is. According to a statement from th

Are Representative Chandra E. Dillard, center supervisor, Octavia Jones, and the community pleased with the progress on the remodel of their beloved community center? Sure, reconstruction is inconvenient at best, but look at these pictures and find measured joy in knowing that project completion is closer each day. See the drawing of the final project. A TRAINED EYE TAKES YEARS TO CULTIVATE Examine these recent pictures showing the progress room by room. See for yourself that

The chamber is so helpful that it is one of the first things new or recently moved-in businesses examine and join. Not a newcomer to the business scene, the Greenville Chamber was established 136 years ago. They have observed cities that grow too fast and have seen the snarled and twisted path that results. That’s why chamber leaders embrace intelligent, deliberate, controlled growth. 2ND FLOOR SUITE 550 According to Gregg Dietz, engagement manager, there are 1600 members. Ne

The man behind the scenes makes everyone else look good. How? They have a fully functional building to hold board meetings, luncheons, festivals, and sporting events. Eugene Ashmore, Zip Nobody thinks about the air conditioning, heating, or plumbing until there is a problem. Then everybody cries for Gene, affectionately called Zip. Better still, Zip maintains a good schedule so there are few, if any, shutdowns of the vital systems. At age 69, this Greenville native no longer

The taste of Northern Italy is a fitting accent to rare occasions. Such a magical place nestles at the corner of Coffee and Main Strees in Greenville. Ristorante Bergamo affirms the enchanting ambiance that enhances the wine, appetizers, and all the courses throughout the fine food experience. CHEF GIAN PIETRO FERRO Hospitality is welcoming and accommodating, gently suggestive and affirming, making sure we miss nothing while simultaneously acknowledging our preferences. Our c

Eastside alum Annie Owens, now a sophomore at SCAD, had the honor of presenting the Lumiere Award on Oct. 31 to actor Dylan O’Brien at the SCAD Savannah Film Festival! Annie continues to shine in film and acting—she was also featured in the 2025 Coca-Cola Refreshing Films ad, JUMP. Fans are proud to see her representing Eastside on such a big stage!

Greenville, S.C.  — On November 15 at 2:47 p.m. , Greenville Police Department officers responded to a report of a collision with injuries at 385 North and Pleasantburg Drive .   According to witnesses, a pickup truck struck a motorcycle carrying two occupants. The male driver of the motorcycle was pronounced dead on the scene. A female passenger was transported to Prisma Health with severe injuries.   Police officer Diana Munoz said in a statement that, through further inves

According to the South Carolina Department of Corrections, the Greenville County Adult Detention Center has an official rated capacity of   1,277 inmates across its facilities, though the actual daily population fluctuates. A casual observation on Sunday reveals a parade of young women with one or two children in tow, lining up to visit. The Detention’s website posts the policies and visitation schedules. According to the state’s site, there are 16,000 inmates across 21 locat

The new $97 million parking garage at the Greenville-Spartanburg Airport is set to open soon. It will feature 750 new public parking spaces and 750 rental car spots, equipped with high-tech features such as Park Assist technology , EV charging, and a new consolidated rental car facility  for faster service. PHOTO BY CHARLES REAMS This facility will include on-site fueling/washing , all designed to ease congestion and boost capacity for growing passenger numbers.

Eastside High School had strong showings at the 2025 SCHSL Cross Country State Tournament, with senior Christian Snell  placing 8th in Class 4A, and the boys' team securing a 5th-place finish. Additionally, the Eastside girls' team was crowned State Champions in their classification, as noted in social media posts celebrating their win. Key runners such as Christian Snell led the boys, while other Upstate teams and individuals from Greer Middle College, Hillcrest, and J.L. Ma

Showmanship exudes from Ben Ashmore, guitarist for the famous band the Carolina Players. Ashmore has been playing a mean guitar since he was about 7 years old.  He graduated from the acoustic to the electric guitar when he started playing lead guitar with various bands. He worked his way around the music Southern scene, playing with the likes of Mack Arnold and others. Musicians have to sit down and eat.  So I ran into him at S&S Cafeteria, located at the corner of N. Pleasan

Matthew Littrell, an Eastside 2021 graduate, made a perfect score on the AP Computer Science Principles Exam that he took in May. The AP Computer Science Principles (AP CSP) exam covers broad computing concepts like data, algorithms, networks, and the impact of technology, not just coding, focusing on computational thinking through two main parts: a digital multiple-choice/written exam and a "Create" performance task where students build something. It's sponsored and administ

On November 13, the Community Foundation of Greenville named Mayor Knox White as the recipient of the 2025 Visionary Leadership Award. White is Greenville’s longest-serving mayor. In December, his tenure will make 30 years.  He has steadfastly been at the helm during a period of dynamic growth and economic stability. Governor McMaste praised White's “visionary leadership and unwavering dedication to the people of Greenville,” noting that his legacy will continue to shape the

No, there is nothing in the water, as coaches and players will tell you. Let nothing rob these winners of their hard work, perseverance, and skill. Discover what this school has done to cultivate such winning ways. Swimming Both the boys’ and girls’ swim teams consistently win state championships, continuing a dynasty. The boys’ team won its 11th consecutive state title in 5A-Division 2 State Championships in October 2025, and the girls’ team won its eighth title in 10 years.

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