top of page
News Briefs
WHAT'S UP NEWS!

News Briefs


Four inductees into the Phillis Wheatley Center Hall of Fame 2025
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
5 days ago2 min read


The Greenville Free Medical Clinic, a last resort for many
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,...
Oct 92 min read


Dr. Kurt Frederick Heitman, a doctor who makes a difference
My wife and I were happy with our eye doctor. However, he retired and sold his business to another doctor. For years, this optometrist...
Oct 83 min read


Shay Black Expressions is all about art, all kinds
Shay Black Expression sees art everywhere she looks. It follows, therefore, that she loves all genres, media, and forms of art. Because...
Oct 71 min read


Best places to live in SC, says Niche.com
If this list is to have any meaning for us, we need to know who Niche.com is. And what qualifications do they have to rate cities?...
Oct 64 min read


The Phillis Wheatley Center hosts a bus trip to Washington, DC
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...
Oct 31 min read


Spectrum Joins Forces with PWCC
Recently , the Phillis Wheatley Community Center (PWCC) welcomed friends, families, and neighbors to a joyful celebration marking the...
Oct 32 min read


PWCC Hall of Fame luncheon is sold out; book early for 2026
On October 14, the Phillis Wheatley Center will induct outstanding members of the community into the Hall of Fame in a luncheon at the...
Oct 22 min read
bottom of page