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HEHAW: backhoe rodeo
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
May 151 min read


Therapy that keeps us moving
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
May 141 min read


Artisphere hits Greenville this weekend
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
May 61 min read


Dr. Thaddeus Bell, trailblazer for parity in healthcare
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
May 15 min read


11 arrested for child sex crimes
April 16, 2026 11 Arrested in Child Sex Exploitation Operation GREENVILLE, S.C. The Greenville Police Department, in partnership with the South Carolina Law Enforcement Division (SLED) Human Trafficking Unit, conducted a two-day child sex exploitation operation on April 9 and April 10. As part of the operation, investigators established an online presence across multiple internet platforms to identify and apprehend individuals attempting to engage in sexual activity with minors
Apr 162 min read


Does science show the damage of secondhand and thirdhand vaping?
Many say that vaping is harmless. No wonder, therefore, that the same people see no harm in secondhand or thirdhand vaping. How could vaping damage cancer patients, asthmatics, COPD patients, and others? The American Cancer Society says that vaping does damage to vapers, third parties at the scene, and vapers who come into contact with them hours after vaping. How is that possible? The particles from vaping attach to the vaper’s hair, skin, clothing, and furniture. Later, as
Apr 81 min read


Politics, business, and advocacy: the diverse paths of Jesse Jackson's children, the next generation
No one says that parenting future movers and shakers is easy or automatic. All agree that it takes hard work, savvy, and consistency. Some great leaders create distance between themselves and their children, leaving emotional scars that last a lifetime. Jesse with wife, Jacqueline Jackson To better understand Jackson’s educational achievements with his family, we need to look at the odds of such a resounding success. Of course, they are more than simple examples of achieving
Feb 272 min read


MOTOWN AUDITION
Introduce the Notcha Mama's Motown musical revue audition at the Phillis Wheatley Community Center in Greenville on March 27, 2026, at 5 PM, with high energy that invokes classic Motown nostalgia, encourages participants to bring their best 1960s soul, and emphasizes community talent. The audition runs from 5 PM to 9 PM, making it a pivotal moment for local performers to showcase their skills. Come one and all, and be sure to bring it.
Feb 181 min read
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