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Breeze Airways  will run a new nonstop route from GSP to Columbus, Ohio, with service on Mondays and Fridays starting May 8. Fares on the new route will start from $49*.   Known for its flexible network that connects travelers directly to underserved cities nationwide, Breeze is making air travel more accessible to millions coast to coast. Coupled with its brand-new fleet of Airbus A220-300 aircraft and premium products like free family seating, fast onboard WiFi, preferred s

Dr. Johnathon Elkes, a Prisma Health emergency medicine physician in the Upstate, discusses risks like carbon monoxide poisoning, fall-related injuries, and driving mishaps during winter weather. These hazards are frequently highlighted in late winter, such as in February and March, due to fluctuating temperatures and potential for winter storms in South Carolina. Particular risks include carbon monoxide poisoning, Common ER cases from car accidents while driving during winte

Greenville County School buildings may be closed, with many extracurricular activities curtailed, but learning continues apace, thanks to eLearning functionality. Thus, missed days of in-person classes will not need to be made up, officials said in a statement on its website. Check the appropriate social media and school sites for closing and delay information. https://www.greenville.k12.sc.us/News/main.asp?titleid=2602elearning

OneSpartanburg featured events this month, including the RISE and Shine networking event and the Outlook Spartanburg Conference, which focuses on economic forecasts, local business awards, and networking opportunities. OneSpartanburg, Inc. & Local January 2026 Events: RISE & Shine  :  Networking for young professionals (21–39) at TPH Strategies with breakfast and a professional development topic on community giving. Outlook Spartanburg 2026  :  OneSpartanburg, Inc.'s annual c

Local scholarships from people who believe in you. Apply today. PWCC Scholarships 🎓  New Scholarships Available at PWCC!  🎓 Phillis Wheatley Community Center is excited to offer  new scholarship opportunities  to support students pursuing their educational goals. This is a great chance to invest in your future with support from a community that believes in you. 📅  Application Deadline:  February 28, 2026📝  Apply  HERE :  📩  For more information:   ahall@philliswheatleysc

The National Weather Service shows how to prepare for the predicted icy weekend. Stock 3-5 days of non-perishables, water, and medicine; protect pipes by dripping faucets and insulate outside faucets; stock warm clothing and blankets; bring pets inside; prepare cars with emergency kits; and use a safe heater, not ovens or stoves. What are safe heaters? Electric heaters with auto shut-off and tip-over protection, like plugging directly into walls, not extension cords. Keep hea

Nineteen livestock have been exposed to rabies in Anderson County, according to the SC Department of Public Health (DPH). So, a recent DPH news release reports. A beef cow found near Gentry Road and Highway 81 S. in Starr, S.C., has tested positive for rabies. No people are known to have been exposed at this time. Nineteen cows were exposed to the rabid cow and will be quarantined as prescribed by the Public Health Veterinarian. Mere simulation The cow was submitted to DPH's

A local dealer told a defenseless woman, Sue, not her real name, that the diagnosis for her recently purchased used car from them would cost $2,000, plus labor and materials to repair.    So, she parked the car and started saving her pennies, fully aware of how long it would take to reach her goal. She eventually heard about this mobile mechanic. Kevin Anderson came the next day with his computer in hand and diagnosed her car motor, adjusted a few things, removed debris from

Review of key events of  2025. Downtown streets to be reconfigured to accommodate more traffic. A new sickle cell disease clinic is reaching more patients with enhanced treatment. The Hispanic Alliance helps feed more people than ever and supports education and skill development. The Greenville Zoo welcomed a giraffe calf and two painted African dogs. GSP continues its run as the best airport in the nation and added a new playground for children, new restaurants, a parking ga

After years of coursework, research, and dissertation writing, Greenville native Christine Brockman recently earned her Ph.D. in Materials Science & Engineering from Oklahoma State University (OSU), which is not an HBCU, even though many Black women overwhelmingly earn their doctorates from such institutions. More on that later. Brockman earned her BS at Georgia Tech. Dr. Brockman says it was intimidating to stand before her Ph.D. committee and defend her research, fielding q

The SC Department of Public Health (DPH) recommends the measles vaccine. As of December 30, there are 176 measles cases in Spartanburg, despite the availability of the vaccine. There are 3 other cases reported in the state, says DPH. The outbreak, linked to declining vaccine rates, has triggered the surge, leading to hospitalizations and hundreds of quarantines. Most patients are unvaccinated, the DPH said. These numbers are high. For comparison, this year, New York state has

Confusing talk can be concerning. Especially talk that links popular holidays with increasing suicide rates. Can we get to the bottom of this rumor? Enters Kathleen Hall Jamieson. Who is she? A renowned American communication scholar, professor at UPenn’s Wallenberg School, and Director of the Annenberg Public Policy Center, known for her research on political communication, misinformation, and the media’s role in democracy, co-founded FactCheck.org , and authored influential

The Greenville-Spartanburg Airport District has named William Petty as the new Chief of Police. Petty assumed his post on December 8, following a national search. Dave Edwards, president and CEO of the Greenville-Spartanburg Airport District, said that Petty will be an asset to the team. “His extensive management experience and collaborative leadership style will enable the District to continue advancing programs that strengthen safety and security for the millions of passeng

Greenville native, John Whiteside, lived during the period of the Black Baseball League.  As a kid, his heroes were like big brothers. He stays in touch with them to this day. Whiteside’s encyclopedic knowledge of the epoch has become the basis for a book called the “Voices of Meadowbrook” by local writer Mike Chibbaro. You will agree that such a repository of history can easily justify a series on the Black Baseball League. We start with a brief overview of the historic peri

First, the facts on the ground, according to public health records. Ke Details (as of Dec 9-10, 2025) Total Cases (Spartanburg/SC):  ~111 in Spartanburg (114 statewide). Latest Increase:  27 new cases reported Dec 9, the largest single surge. Exposure Sources:  Way of Truth Church (Inman), Inman Intermediate, other schools (Rainbow Lake, Fairforest, Dorman), households, healthcare settings, airport (GSP). Public Health Response:  Monitoring (update pages), encouraging MMR vac

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

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!

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Greenville police found and recovered Lyanna Cleveland, who had been reported missing in October 2025. The Greenville Police Department thanks the National Center for Missing and Exploited Children, media partners, and the public for helping in the search.

Everyone knows that you can find a world of fun almost any day at Falls Park. Some of these pictures were taken on Sunday.  But they could have been taken almost any day. What makes for fun? The changing faces.  People gather here from all over. What’s the attraction? Ice cream, hot food, and cold drinks, street artists, musicians, singers, photographers, people you know, and strangers. What a glorious mix for a fun adventure. The fall scenery is spectacular, featuring multi-