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Greenville received $1.35 million federal grant (from the FHWA’s Transportation Alternatives Program) for the Overbrook subdivision neighborhood’s Lowndes Hill Road project, part of a larger $3.4M effort, and uses its own Neighborhood Infrastructure Bonds (NIB), totaling $55M for various projects including roads and sidewalks, with federal/state marches often adding significant funds like the $16M in matches. The city actively seeks federal and state grants, combining them wi

Greer City Council is moving forward with a zoning change on parcels on Highway 14 near Batesville Road. The land is zoned for residential use, but the proposed 27-2025 is for commercial development, allowing three owners to build a garage for rare and collectible cars. STREET VIEW OF THE PARCEL After the final zone change approval, the owners plan to merge the 14.5-acre parcel into one, build a museum-style garage layout, and invite members only to join. MAP OF RESIDENTIAL A

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.

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

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The Thomas and Vivian A Wong Honor Tower was open to the public on November 11 in Unity Park. The 125-foot tower features an observation deck that offers panoramic views of downtown and the Blue Ridge Mountains, and pays tribute to veterans, active service members, and first responders. PHOTO BY CHARLES REAMS Authorities offered priority views to first responders from 1-5 pm.

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-

Jaylan Lee Robinson has been playing sports since he was 13. It was clear to him and his coaches that Robinson was a natural.  He excelled in football, basketball, baseball, and softball. In fact, his high school softball team won so many trophies that they stopped counting them. The team had no place large enough to store them all, so they gave many away.  His best guess is that they won about 250 trophies. JAYLAN L. ROBINSON HALL OF FAMER Washington High School, the predomi

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

Art patron William “Skeet” Jiggetts has opened a new art museum in Philadelphia, PA. I asked Jiggetts what his involvement is with the museum. He said, 'I am the Founder of the Museum of African-American Art Collections. It was my idea. I brought the collectors together, secured the location, and assembled the team. Without that team, though, none of this would have happened. It's my dream, but they made it come true. There are four collectors in this show     Diana Tyson - U

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Given the increased role technology will play in future medical treatments, the public will have more at stake in becoming IT savvy. The new trends in using primary family doctors focus on  leveraging  technology for access and efficiency , a shift towards  value-based, patient-centered, and preventative care , and the increasing use of  multidisciplinary care teams .  Key trends shaping the use of primary family doctors include: Expanded Telehealth:  Virtual consultations an

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

Who can fathom the depths of the sea? Any bright morning, animals gather by the waterhole. Giraffes venture into knee-deep water, their necks gliding on the surface, calm and confident. “Come in, friends!” they gesture with the shrug of a shoulder. They signal, “The water is shallow and warm!” The bears dubiously exchange vacant glances. The rabbits balk. Mice stand trembling at the water’s edge — staring at the waves, towering walls to trepidation. To the giraffes, the water

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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

Many individual consumers may pay scant attention to the tire retread market, but major tire producers have not overlooked that lucrative market. Yes, t here is still a market for retreads, particularly in the commercial vehicle industry, due to their significant cost savings, environmental benefits, and improvements in technology . Many major tire manufacturers, along with specialized retreading companies, are making them.  For example, Michelin, a global leader in tire inno