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High-energy upstate favorite Randomonium headlined at The Mill at Fountain Inn
August 5, 2026
Live music fans across the Golden Strip gathered at The Mill at Fountain Inn for a night of genre-bending hits as popular Upstate cover band Randomonium took the stage. The…
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Capstone Church celebrates grand opening of new campus in Fountain Inn
August 5, 2026
The 14,000-square-foot expansion was thoughtfully designed to accommodate a growing congregation as well as serve the broader Fountain Inn community. Capstone Church officially opened the doors to its newly expanded…
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Upstate homeschoolers set to celebrate the season at annual fall dance
August 5, 2026
Homeschooled teens across the Upstate are gearing up for an evening of autumn fun, music, and community as Upstate Dances and More for Homeschoolers hosts its highly anticipated Fall Dance…
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Bridgeway Station announces packed mid-August community event slate
August 5, 2026
BridgeWay Station has unveiled its mid-August lineup, featuring a wide variety of community events ranging from outdoor movie nights and live music to sports celebrations, markets, and motorcycle meetups. The…
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Out on the Strip: your weekly guide to what’s happening, where to eat, and what to do at Warehouse at Vaughn’s
August 5, 2026
By Barbara LeForge, Golden Strip News Editor There is a moment right around sunset when the string lights flip on over the turf at 109 West Trade Street, a live…
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Old Ingles lot transformed into staging hub for downtown Simpsonville revitalization
August 5, 2026
Drivers passing the intersection of West Georgia Road may have noticed a sudden surge of activity at a familiar local site. The parking lot of the former Ingles store on…
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Countdown to the first day: Golden Strip families gear up for August 11
August 5, 2026
The final stretch of summer break is officially here. Greenville County Schools will open their doors for the 2026–2027 school year on Tuesday, August 11. For families across Mauldin, Simpsonville,…
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Squeezing Out the Last Drops of Summer: The Ultimate Golden Strip Pre-School Bucket List
August 5, 2026
The countdown clock is officially ticking. With Greenville County Schools opening their doors for the new school year on Tuesday, August 11, local families are facing that annual late-summer reality…
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Bumper-to-bumper: the busiest intersections on the Golden Strip’s first day back
August 5, 2026
Here are the major traffic bottlenecks across the Golden Strip to watch out for on the first morning of school, along with the impacted campuses and key choke points: 1.…
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Simpsonville downtown project officially underway following ceremonial groundbreaking
August 5, 2026
Construction on Downtown Simpsonville’s highly anticipated revitalization project is officially underway following a ceremonial groundbreaking held Tuesday, August 4. Local leadership, members of the Simpsonville City Council, and representatives from…
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Greenville Triumph SC and Coca-Cola partner to deliver 600 backpacks to Sue Cleveland Elementary
August 5, 2026
Local educators received a major back-to-school boost this week as Greenville Triumph SC joined forces with Coca-Cola Consolidated to deliver 600 backpacks to teachers at Sue Cleveland Elementary School. The…
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Local favorite Benny’s Sip & Scoop adds Greenville-based ProSo protein soda to cooler lineup
August 5, 2026
Popular local gathering spot Benny’s Sip & Scoop (located at 113 S. Main Street in Fountain Inn) has expanded its retail cooler lineup by partnering with ProSo Protein Soda, an…
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BridgeWay Station Hosts Back-to-School Market Day Presented by Prisma Health , August 6
August 5, 2026
As summer break winds down across the Upstate, BridgeWay Station is gearing up for a major community celebration. Thursday, August 6, the walkable town center hosts its official Back-to-School Market…
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Fall art classes bring global inspiration to Simpsonville students
August 5, 2026
Local young artists and families will have the opportunity to explore international creative traditions this fall as local instructor Christina Heffernan presents her new semester series, “Art Around the World.”…
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Dirt on the Strip: Finding My “Why” (Through Heat, Humidity, and Snap Peas)
August 3, 2026
By Barbara LeForge, Golden Strip News Editor If you walked into my kitchen right now, you’d see a scene that’s equal parts harvest haul and chaotic masterpiece: a heap of…
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Spinal care for two and four-legged family members: Mauldin Chamber hosts unique chiropractic lunch & learn
August 3, 2026
Local business leaders, residents, and pet owners are invited to pull up a chair—and bring their curiosity—for an upcoming community presentation exploring the health benefits of chiropractic care for both…
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Mauldin Men’s Non-Fiction Book Club takes on Thomas Paine’s “Common Sense” at Senior Center
August 3, 2026
Local history buffs and non-fiction readers are invited to gather for an upcoming literary discussion focusing on one of the most influential political pamphlets in American history. The Mauldin Men’s…
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Regional Chambers Partner with Greenville Drive for Annual Countywide Networking Night at Fluor Field
August 3, 2026
Business leaders, community partners, and baseball fans across the Upstate are preparing to head out to the ballgame as regional chambers of commerce join forces for the annual Chamber Night…
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Reopened ahead of schedule: East Butler Road Bridge over I-385 welcomes back Mauldin drivers
August 3, 2026
Commuters and residents across Mauldin can officially ditch their detour maps. The South Carolina Department of Transportation (SCDOT) has officially reopened the East Butler Road bridge crossing over Interstate 385,…
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Greater Mauldin Chamber to host ribbon cutting & business after hours for local non-profit “Just Say Something”
August 3, 2026
Community members, local business leaders, and advocates for family wellness will gather this week to celebrate the ongoing mission and impact of Just Say Something, a premier local non-profit dedicated…
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Constitutional clash: federal lawsuit challenges South Carolina’s strict tattoo Regulations
August 3, 2026
More than two decades after South Carolina legalized body art, a new federal lawsuit is challenging long-standing state restrictions on tattoo businesses, arguing that the regulations violate First Amendment protections…
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Mauldin goes off with a bang: recapping the Amp’d Up Friday season finale
August 2, 2026
The lawn chairs were out, the food trucks were fired up, and the music was loud as the Mauldin Cultural Center officially closed out its 2026 summer concert season. Being…
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Stage, Screen, and smokin’ BBQ: Mauldin Cultural Center unveils jam-packed Fall season
August 2, 2026
As summer’s heat begins to cool, the city’s heart of arts and culture is gearing up for a bustling autumn. The Mauldin Cultural Center has officially rolled out its full…
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Mauldin claims No. 9 spot on list of Best Places to Live in South Carolina
August 2, 2026
The City of Mauldin has earned a spot among the state’s most desirable communities, securing the No. 9 ranking on HomeSnacks’ list of the Best Places to Live in South…
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Annual Superheroes in Motion Walk, Run & Roll 5K headed to Conestee Park
August 2, 2026
Community members are invited to suit up and unleash their inner superhero for a cause this fall. The South Carolina Spinal Cord Injury Association (SCSCIA) will host its annual SC…
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Simpsonville to host public open house on municipal tax relief act proposal
August 2, 2026
City officials are inviting residents to learn more about a proposed local option sales tax that could significantly fund city infrastructure while providing direct property tax relief to local homeowners.…
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Ultra Fit Personal Training Program set to launch at new 10 Star Fitness in Simpsonville
August 2, 2026
Local fitness enthusiasts in Simpsonville will soon have access to a long-running personal training system as Ultra Fit prepares to open its newest training hub inside the new 10 Star…
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Fountain Inn networking chapter to host open meeting for Upstate professionals
August 2, 2026
Local business owners, entrepreneurs, and professionals looking to expand their community footprint will have a new opportunity to connect this week. The 1886 Connectors chapter (Fountain Inn) of Liberty Networking…
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SCDNR releases 2026-27 hunting and fishing regulations guide
August 2, 2026
The South Carolina Department of Natural Resources has released its 2026-27 South Carolina Hunting and Fishing Laws and Regulations Guide, the annual reference that hunters, anglers and boaters across the…
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Why yellow jackets get meaner in August
August 2, 2026
Late summer brings the year’s highest risk of yellow jacket stings, and the reason comes down to the insect’s life cycle. Every nest begins in spring with a single queen.…
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Classic Rock Hits Downtown Simpsonville: Highway 25 to Perform at Warehouse at Vaughn’s
July 29, 2026
Live music lovers across the Golden Strip have a big date to add to their August calendars. Regional classic rock favorite Highway 25 is bringing its high-energy, three-hour show to…
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Out on the Strip: Your weekly guide to what’s happening, where to eat, and what to do at BridgeWay Station
July 29, 2026
By Barbara LeForge, Golden Strip News Editor Look, if you told me a few years ago that I’d be sipping an espresso in what looks like a sunny Italian piazza…
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Fountain Inn Chamber Members Take Home “Best of the Upstate” Honors
July 29, 2026
Local business leaders and community members gathered this week as the Fountain Inn Chamber of Commerce and local municipal leaders celebrated an impressive showing across our corner of Greenville County…
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Fireworks, Live Music, and Food Trucks to Cap Off Mauldin’s “Amp’d Up Friday” Season Finale
July 29, 2026
The excitement has been building all summer long, and now it’s about to go off with a bang! The Mauldin Cultural Center is putting the finishing touches on its popular…
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Statehouse Push Fails: More Homeschool-Style Students Set to Receive S.C. Voucher Scholarships
July 29, 2026
More students educated at home will receive taxpayer-funded scholarships under South Carolina’s state voucher program this upcoming school year after a legislative push by state lawmakers to restrict the practice…
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Fountain Inn Police Set to Host 2026 National Night Out at Commerce Park
July 29, 2026
Local residents, families, and first responders will gather in downtown Fountain Inn next week for the city’s annual National Night Out celebration on Tuesday, August 4, 2026, from 6:00 p.m.…
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Forecasters Predict Below-Average 2026 Atlantic Hurricane Season, but Officials Urge Preparation
July 29, 2026
Meteorologists and emergency management officials are offering a cautious outlook for the 2026 Atlantic hurricane season. While leading weather agencies predict a lower-than-average number of named storms, emergency management experts…
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Volunteers Needed in Simpsonville as Greenville Literacy Association Expands Adult Education Services
July 29, 2026
The Greenville Literacy Association (GLA), in partnership with the Center for Community Services, is actively seeking community volunteers to support its adult education and English language programs in southern Greenville…
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Simpsonville Arts Center Opens Registration for Fall Youth Acting Classes
July 29, 2026
Young performing artists in Simpsonville will have the opportunity to take center stage this autumn as the Simpsonville Arts Center prepares to host a 12-week Fall Acting Workshop series beginning…
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Benny’s Sip & Scoop Partners with Due South Coffee Roasters for Local Coffee Upgrade
July 29, 2026
Downtown Fountain Inn’s newly rebranded gathering spot, Benny’s Sip & Scoop, has officially announced a local partnership with Greenville-based Due South Coffee Roasters as part of its ongoing coffee menu…
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Gear Up & Save Big: Why You Shouldn’t Miss South Carolina’s Tax-Free Weekend
July 29, 2026
South Carolina shoppers and back-to-school bargain hunters are gearing up for the state’s 26th annual Tax-Free Weekend. Running from 12:01 a.m. on Friday, August 7, through 11:59 p.m. on Sunday,…
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Simpsonville Fine Arts Gallery to Host ‘Sunsets & Painted Skies’ for August First Friday Crawl
July 29, 2026
Art enthusiasts and community members in the Golden Strip are invited to welcome the final stretch of summer with an evening of local culture, creativity, and warm community atmosphere. The…
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