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A busy section of the Swamp Rabbit Trail will soon be widened to 16 feet, creating two dedicated 8-foot lanes: one for cyclists and one for pedestrians. The city has designated the section between Unity Park and Linky Stone Park. The City’s Planning Commission unanimously approved a stormwater variance, moving it along for City Council review. The variance was needed based on the trail’s proximity to the Reedy River. Engineering models showed the improvements would not impact

The word is out: Shaquille O’Neal is an ambassador of goodwill for the NBA. Years after retiring from the League, Shaq remains in touch with fans everywhere. Goodwill gestures are widespread, but in Atlanta, you run into real-life beneficiaries of his largesse. While visiting my sister, Dr. Lula Reams, in Atlanta, she called a friend over to meet us. Exuberant Juanita Simmons warmly greeted all with a smile and worked the room like a seasoned pro. When we asked about Shaq’s r

My wife and I attended a Ray Charles concert at the Peace Center many years ago. We were excited to listen to the master. Imagine our surprise when a lone man, accompanied only by an acoustic guitar, no pips, Raylettes, or dancers, confidently walked center stage and just stood there for a minute. JOSH WHITE JR. It was clear that he didn’t hesitate because of stage fright or butterflies. This strategic pause raised anticipation. I cannot speak for others, but we certainly won

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

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

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

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

Dr. Thaddeus John Bell is a World-Class Runner in Master's track and field and was a world champion in 1987, 1989, 1996, and 2001 in the sprint events. In 1999, Dr. Bell was selected 1 of the Best Athletes of the Century for the State of South Carolina by the News and Courier in the area of Track & Field. He was the only Master’s athlete to be selected. He participated in Project Gold 2000 for the U.S.A. Olympic Committee in Colorado Springs. A doctor who is an athlete or an