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If you wait until you feel thirsty or you get a headache, you are already dehydrated and vulnerable to the heat. So says Stephanie Trowbridge, a Prisma Health Urgent Care Doctor. Dr. Trowbridge recommends drinking plenty of water and no-sugar sports drinks. Skip alcohol and sugary beverages. They deplete your body of fluids, possibly leading to dehydration. Summer travelers are susceptible to heat exhaustion and dehydration because tourists forget about Greenville’s intense

Dr. Erick Topol bases his new book on findings from a study of 1400 super agers, persons 85 and older who are completely free of cancer, heart disease, and neurodegenerative conditions. Cardiologist Eric Polol, leads breakthrough research How reassuring that such a group exists. No one is surprised that it took Dr. Topol and his team seven years to find this remarkably healthy group. Participants were over 85, free of any chronic diseases, and did not take any regular medicat

South Carolina’s highest citizens’ honor has recently been bestowed on Carolina Robertson, the executive director of Greer Relief. The relief program is one of the oldest and most honored for its openness and efficiency. The Mayor of Greer, Rick Danner, recently presented the award. The organization has grown over the years, adding departments, additional staff, and programs. In fact, Greer Relief recently moved into the 18,000 square-foot building at 113C Berry Street in Gr

Converse University Receives Grant from Food Lion Feeds Charitable Foundation Grant increases access to nutritious food; provides nutritional education Converse University has received $2,400 from the Food Lion Feeds Charitable Foundation to help nourish University community members experiencing food insecurity. The Nourishing our Neighbors grant supports community feeding partners by helping neighbors increase their access to nutritious food, nutritional education and other

Plant-based dining in the Upstate is not a gimmick or a catchphrase. It’s real. Just step into Topsoil Restaurant on 13 S. Main Street in Travelers Rest and see for yourself. Chef Adam Cooke walks the walk by daily harvesting fresh produce from his 64-acre farm and from other local growers. Today we stopped in for brunch to have cornmeal pancakes with carrot toppings, scrambled eggs, thick-sliced bacon, and coffee. Time stands still when you’re relishing healthy cuisine that

eniors eat sweets whenever they want. There are no rules for them. Of the 5,000 members at Senior Action in Greenville across 8 locations, members can enter their favorite location and have a good chance of finding hot coffee and cake at just about any time of day. Today’s treat was furnished by Carol, who also served out free slices with a smile. There are dozens of programs, including free meals for eligible members. But there is always a warm response to an unexpected sl

The Greenville County Library System purchased the former Bi-Lo grocery store for $6.7 million some time ago. The new location at East North Street and Howell Road has been identified as an expanded library. Now the remodeling of the 56,000-square-foot Library Branch is in the contracting and design phases. Once construction timelines and permits are ratified and the architectural design and engineering work are approved by the county, renovation can start. Passersby have rec

The conservative majority on the Supreme Court seems poised to gut the last remaining parts of the Voting Rights Act. What has Justice Clarence Thomas proposed? The high court will consider in October whether it is wrong to stop openly racist tactics in drawing congressional districts. Who could be at risk? Several Black Democrats in Congress, such as Reps. Cleo Fields (D-La.), Jim Clyburn (D-S.C.), Terri Sewell (D-Ala.) and Bennie Thompson (D-Miss.). Thomas makes the case

Brave souls at the Greer Starbucks stand up to corporations, demanding more workers to ease the workload. The location on Hammett Bridge and Suber Roads recently voted in favor of better wages, guaranteed staffing levels, and improved work protections. PHOTO BY CHARLES REAMS The risks to unionize include stalled negotiations, potential retaliation allegations, reduced hours, and operational disruptions stemming from ongoing, national labor disputes. This location is the seven

Greenville’s public works staff know how to have fun. Notice how they deal with the doldrums on their own time, not with boredom or distractions, but with creative showmanship. The objective is to pick up the tennis ball from the cone without knocking the cone down, while keeping the ball in the bucket. How do you manipulate earth-moving tractors with surgical precision? With power, grace, and precision. Good job, cowboy! x TWO TIMERS STRESS IMPORTANT OF CERTIFYING A WINNER x

The closure of the Church Street Bridge is part of the final phase of the South Carolina Department of Transportation’s (SCDOT) construction, which began in May. Closing that portion of East McBee is necessary while several bridge repairs are made. The full closure of the Church Street Bridge to vehicle and pedestrian traffic is expected to last six weeks, with the bridge permanently reopening in mid-June. “From a traffic management standpoint, this is going to be the most im

Angela Brobson, a 2023 Converse University alumna, has received a Fulbright U. S. Student Program award for 2026-2027. Brobson will serve as a Fulbright English Teaching Assistant in Germany. Brobson, who is from Spartanburg, earned a Bachelor of Arts in German Studies and a Bachelor of Science in Mathematics, along with a minor in Data Science at Converse University. She took on every challenge during her time at Converse, accumulating a long resume, including participating

A new clinic goes beyond traditional physical therapy, creating a welcoming environment focused on wellness and community. Mobility Matters hosted a grand opening of its new Greenville Clinic & Community Wellness Space at 502 Rutherford Street. Founder Dr. Quinn Winters chose that name for her clinic because people don’t have to ignore their lack of full mobility, as if movement doesn’t matter. The clinic welcomes friends, family, clients, and community supporters for a look

CommunityWorks held its second annual small business award program in May. This nonprofit organization provides financial and educational support to help women and minorities start and grow businesses. Full Page Development received the Emerging Small Business Award, and ReFlight LLC garnered the Community Champion Award. LaRue Fine Chocolate won the Business Excellence Award. Twelve businesses were nominated. Sponsors were Pinnacle Financial Partners, Fifth Third Bank, and

David Beasley, distinguished leader, humanitarian, and former Governor of South Carolina (1995-1999), will serve as the Undergraduate Commencement speaker at Converse University on Saturday, May 23, 2026. “We are honored to have Former Governor Beasley as our Commencement speaker,” said Converse President Dr. Boone J. Hopkins. “His leadership and his passion for humanitarian work will inspire our graduates.” Beasley recently served as the Executive Director of the United Nati

Greenville’s South Church Street Bridge has entered its final construction phase and is expected to be completed by June 12, say city engineers. Although residents know their route, engineers timed alternative downtown routes and strongly recommend using GPS to avoid congestion caused by accidents and other untimely delays.

The Nicholtown Community Center (NCC) recently reopened its expanded 7,600-square-foot facility. Officials from the city and state, including Chandra Dillard, state representative; Ken Gibson, City Councilman; Alan Mitchel, County Councilman; Rev. Calvin Hailstock, president of the neighborhood association; and Octavia Jones, NCC Director, were on hand for festivities, along with a host of supporters. Center patrons were jubilant to get together with their friends again and

The three-day 22nd annual Artisphere is on the way in downtown Greenville. Some 140 artists were selected from a national pool of applicants to display their works. The festival is free to the public. Hours are Saturday 10 am-8 pm and Sunday 11 am-6 pm. TODAY 10Best Reader’s Choice Awards, following a #1 ranking in 2024 and top-5 placements in 2025, Greenville Artisphere is consistently ranked among the top fine arts festivals in the nation. Such ranked artists have commented

People from across the country will converge on Greenville this weekend for Artisphere, downtown’s annual art event. The event runs from May 8 through 10 with hundreds of artworks on display. Artisphere Board Chair Michelle Seaver said visitors will encounter a vibrant mix of art, performance, and interactive experiences across the festival, creating opportunities to engage with creativity in all its forms. Artistic expressions span metalwork, fiber, woodwork, ceramics, draw

Ninety-nine workers at the BMW Manufacturing plant in Greer will lose their jobs on June 28, according to the South Carolina Department of Education and Workforce. Univar Solutions, an Illinois-based chemicals distributor and waste management firm with operations in Spartanburg County, will lay off these workers. "Univar Solutions will no longer provide onsite waste management services at the BMW manufacturing facility in Greer, South Carolina," said Dwayne Roark, Univar's vi