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The Prisma Health Sickle Cell Lifespan Center in Greenville provides comprehensive care for people living with sickle cell disease (SCD) of all ages—the only clinic in South Carolina built on this “lifespan” model under one roof, says Hematologist Alan Anderson, director of the clinic. BACK ROW R/L DR ALAN ANDERSON, DR DILLON ISAAC, MARTHA RHINEHART NURSE, ALI LANGFORD RN; FRONT ROW CARRIE STOKER-POSTIER LISW-CP, KATIE MUSCHICK, CNS, MAGGIE THOMAS, RN, PRISCILLA KETTER, BS On

The proposed anti-camping ordinance 14A is moving forward, as indicated by the Greenville City Council's decision on Monday night. There will be a second reading of the ordinance on November 24. If approved, it will go into effect on March 1st. The council narrowly passed the first reading of the proposed anti-camping ordinance with a 4-3 vote, despite passionate opposition by several speakers at the meeting. Mayor Knox White cast the tie-breaking vote. Council members DeWork

In the Fall, our thoughts turn to the changing colors of leaves. So, I took some pictures in Greenville and headed to Asheville to document the contrast in colors. THIS COLOR EXHIBIT SPEAKS FOR ITSELF The gardens of the famous Omni Grove Park Inn were a fitting destination. You decide if the trip was worth the effort. GREENVILLE COLORS ARE GOOD, BUT MAKE YOUR OWN COMPARISON Why do leaves change colors in the fall? Because the green pigment, chlorophyll, breaks down with shor

On October 29, the Urban League of the Upstate announced it has received prestigious national awards from the National Urban League at the 2025 Whitney M. Young, Jr. Leadership Conference held in Brooklyn, NY. These awards celebrate the successful launch of the innovative Entrepreneurship program, which helps upstate residents start new businesses in the TV and film industry. Another award is for a Career Development Center led by Lekesa P. Whitner and ECDC Site Director Vict

A new book titled "Black History of Greer, South Carolina” has hit the market. Written by collaborators Francena Foster, Robert Gregory, and Calvin Williams, the book chronicles the rich history of leading black Greer citizens throughout the ages. Read about Albert Freeman, Sr. and his famous BBQ. Dr. Anthony Mathis was a podiatrist. Businesswoman Barbara Irby Henderson ran Barbara’s Beauty-Rama until she died in 2015. Joe Byrd Broadus had a knack for repairing things, became

Nicholtown Community Center is undergoing a major renovation. This fresh start is more than skin-deep. It will provide residents with a facility to meet their needs into the future. The project includes substantial upgrades to the 6,048-square-foot facility located at 112 Rebecca Street, including interior and exterior work as well as park improvements, including: A new multi-use field and walking track New outdoor fitness and playground equipment New shelters and parking lot

Quietly, Greenville Technical College has swollen its student body to 12,000, with an army of professors and staff, says Dr. Julian Farrell, Director of Admissions & Enrollment Services. Tarsha Brown greeted the students and welcomed them to an open house on Thursday. Dr. Farrell got right to the point about what students say about their learning experience at Greenville Tech. Students love graduating without debt. They describe the program as fast, Greenville Tech as a brill

On Monday, James Bobo, Minor M. Shaw, Shammond Omar Williams, and Linda and Steve Owings, as the class of 2025, were inducted into the Phillis Wheatley Community Center (PWCC) Hall of Fame. The room was full of PWCC supporters, staff, participants, and donors. Everyone was a lifelong friend of the center. Bobo was the publisher and photographer of The Community Informer, the only black-owned print newspaper in Greenville. There is only one other in the state. Shaw is a busi

The Greenville Free Medical Clinic is a marvel to behold. More than 4,000 patients are served each year at no cost, says Susie Foley,...

My wife and I were happy with our eye doctor. However, he retired and sold his business to another doctor. For years, this optometrist...

Shay Black Expression sees art everywhere she looks. It follows, therefore, that she loves all genres, media, and forms of art. Because...

Most have touring the nation’s capital on their bucket list. You don’t have to be a super patriot, a historian, or a travel buff to enjoy...

On October 14, the Phillis Wheatley Center will induct outstanding members of the community into the Hall of Fame in a luncheon at the...

The political race is on for the Greer District 2 seat. The incumbent Kariuam Booker will finish his first term in December. BOOKEER VS...

The Board and staff of the Phillis Wheatley Community Center (PWCC) are proud to celebrate 106 years of service in Greenville County. ...

The South Carolina Governor’s School for the Arts and Humanities plans to host its annual Grand Jeté from September 29 to October 5...

On Thursday, it was a grand reopening of the historic Mayberry Baseball Park, founded in 1925 A host of city officials, donors,...

ANDERSON COUNTY, S.C. — The Hooters restaurant on Interstate Boulevard in Anderson County, South Carolina, is a total loss after a fire Monday morning. Officials said three departments were dispatched: the Zion Fire Department, the Centerville Fire Department, and the Sandy Springs Fire Department, as well as a ladder team, the typical response for a commercial building fire. The Sandy Springs fire chief said crews were dispatched at 4:17 a.m. Monday. Officials said no one wa

If the successful black TV family of the Huxtables intrigues you, meet the real-life family of the McKnights of Greenville, SC.

Sponsors for the Fall for Greenville 2025 are more serious than ever. Previous events have placed Greenville as a viable contender for...