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Greenville high school seniors may now apply for a scholarship at the Phillis Wheatley Community Center (PWCC). The scholarship is for $2,500 and honors Dr. Lela McKnight, a longtime Greenville educator and guidance counselor and Xanthene Norris,, educator, Greenville County Council member and civil right activist.  Check eligibility and other details at https://philliswheatleysc.org/ XANTHENE NORRIS The deadline for applying is February 28. Awards will be presented at a b

Let's look at the big picture before rushing to conclusions about weighing advantages and disadvantages between prosecutors and public defenders. Justly or not, public defenders often get a bum rap. What is the success rate of public defenders? While the success rate for other defense attorneys edged up only from 12% to 13%, for public defenders it nearly doubled, soaring from 18% to 35% during the same period from 2008 to 2019. What skews the view? Top law students split bet

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

Despite two days of rain, Greenville County remains in severe drought (D2) conditions across most of the area, according to the U.S. Drought Monitor. On January 8, 93.25% of Greenville County is in severe drought. In fact, 100% of the county is experiencing some level of drought, according to the report. The current conditions reflect below-normal rainfall over the past several weeks, leading to dry topsoil, declining streamflows, and heightened fire-weather concerns, accordi

The suspect in the police ambush has been shot and killed in a gunfight, following an automobile chase. Authorities say the targeted attack occurred approximately 1:40 AM on Sunday at the Greenville County Law Enforcement Center at 4 McGee Street. The officer was treated and released from the hospital.

The Mockingbird creates an intimate setting where audiences can experience music up close. That’s because the space inside the historic Marley and Gullick building has been reimagined. The former downtown carriage factory has been transformed into a two-level venue built for nights of live music and events that linger long after the final note. In both locations, renovations include reclaimed wood and the preservation of historic elements, such as original brick and painted m

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

Starting Thursday, Jan 15, stop by any GCLS location or register online to join this fun challenge for great prizes! Check out the link below for more details! www.greenvillelibrary.org/winter-reading #WinterReading #GCLSLibrary See the prizes. What a blast! It benefits all ages by fostering family literacy, reducing stress, building community, and promoting lifelong learning through shared reading experiences: kids developing early literacy skills, teens and adults exploring

The temporary suspension of Supplemental Nutrition Assistance Program (SNAP) benefits due to the October government shutdown had immediate and severe consequences. More than half a million South Carolinians were suddenly unable to buy groceries for November. Overnight, there were twice as many people at Greenville charities and food pantries. This surge in demand pushed these organizations to the front lines of a food crisis. The average monthly benefit is about $190 per pers

The CDC has declared the 2025-2026 flu season the “highest level ever,” but it’s clearly on the rise. However, the rise of acute respiratory illness (ARI) hit a record high for the first time, said the CDC. Influenza A viruses are the most common type detected in late December, the CDC said in a report. Eight flu-associated pediatric deaths were reported in week 51. In Context on "Highest Ever”:

Greenville’s bar and restaurant scene is adapting to SC’s new liquor law, effective Jan 1, 2026. According to lawmakers, the law is aimed at easing crushing liquor liability insurance costs by capping restaurant liability at 50% and offering discounts for risk-reducing measures like ID scanners, server training, early closures, and providing hope after recent closures, but some owners feel more needs to be done to combat high premiums and frivolous lawsuits that have plagued

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

On January 3, the SC Department of Public Health (DPH) identified an individual who visited several Greenville locations while unknowingly infected with measles, according to a statement posted on their website. DPH has defined the times of potential exposure to others at the following locations: Nose Dive restaurant at 116 S. Main Street, Greenville, S.C. on Dec. 24 from 1:30 to 4:30 pm Best Buy at 1125 Woodruff Road, Suite 1201, Greenville, S.C. on Dec. 24 from 3 to 6 p.m.

Michelin intends to appeal the $220 million New Mexico verdict for a fatal tire failure, as announced through its legal representation, attorney Wes Ball (of Laster Lynch Farrar & Ball).   The law firm is involved in fighting the case and announced the appeal in late 2025. ATTORNEY WES BALL, NOTED FOR WINING BIG CASES The firm aims to take the case to higher courts after the jury found Michelin 100% liable for the death of three family members due to a defective tire. Yes, Mi

Construction is well underway for the new Swamp Rabbit Trail pedestrian bridge over Verdae Boulevard to connect to Mauldin by the Fall of 2026. Construction of the 1,180-foot bridge began in August 2025. The $7.4 million project is funded by city and state funds. The goal is to create a safer, more direct connection for trail users, eliminating the need to cross busy Verdae Boulevard.

Woodward, Inc., recently announced the construction of a new 300,000-square-foot precision manufacturing facility in Spartanburg County, located within the Smith Farms Industrial Park in Greer. The $200 million investment is expected to bring 275 new jobs to the area, company officials said. APPLY ONLINE FOR JOBS NOW The plant will primarily produce servo-hydraulic actuation systems, critical for aircraft flight control, initially for the Airbus A350. A company spokesman said

A weighted silk visiting dress, a cotton bale on a period scale, freshly baked chestnut bread, free popcorn, other giveaways, history lessons, interactions, purchased keepsakes, and more were on display Saturday at the Greer Heritage Museum (GHM) as it commemorated 150 years of service. History buffs, curiosity seekers, students, teachers — all kinds of people streamed through the museum at 106 S. Main St., near downtown Greer. The museum was recently closed for a facelift. N

23 Converse University student-athletes earned prestigious  Conference Carolinas Fall 2025 Academic All-Confere team  accolades.The Conference Carolinas Academic All-Conference teams consist of junior and senior student-athletes in the conference who have competed in a conference-sponsored sport and maintained a cumulative grade-point average of 3.25 or higher on a 4.0 scale in all work completed at their member institution. The GPA is calculated based on the cumulative avera

Attorney James “Merk” Merklinger understands all the legal ramifications of helping children with autism, but it's mainly a personal challenge. Merklinger’s son was diagnosed with autism.  That makes it very personal. Not surprisingly, he leads an organization that leads the charge against autism, which is devoted to supporting children and families affected by autism. “The Autism Society phone rings nonstop because of the need,” says Merklinger. “In South Carolina, there are

The United States reported more than 2,000 measles cases in 2025. How has the highest annual total impacted the measles elimination status? Epidemiologist Linda Bell A medical elimination status means a specific infectious disease is no longer constantly present in a region, though it can still be reintroduced from elsewhere. It’s achieved through successful public health efforts, such as vaccination, resulting in 12 months of continuous local transmission, as verified by org