Town of Irmo’s Jazz on Carlisle this Thursday
September 17, 2026
1st & 3rd Thursdays (September – November), 6:00 PM – 8:00 PM The Town of Irmo is thrilled to launch Jazz on Carlisle this Thursday! Join us for this brand-new…
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GFWC Golden Strip Club donates carts of potatoes to Center for Community Services
September 16, 2026
In celebration of National Potato Month this September, the GFWC Golden Strip Club organized a targeted food drive to support local families served by the Center for Community Services. During…
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Food Lion Feeds and Lowcountry Food Bank partner to support nearly 700 Myrtle Beach families
September 16, 2026
Volunteers also packed thousands of food boxes, backpacks and care kits for future distribution across the Grand Strand. Food Lion Feeds joined the Lowcountry Food Bank and other local community…
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Greer Flooring to celebrate grand opening in Simpsonville
September 14, 2026
The Simpsonville business community is set to welcome a new provider of residential and commercial flooring solutions this month. Greer Flooring will host the grand opening and official ribbon-cutting ceremony…
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City of Columbia appoints SCRLA Chief Operating Officer Douglas O’Flaherty to the Midlands Authority for Conventions, Sports and Tourism Board
September 14, 2026
The South Carolina Restaurant and Lodging Association (SCRLA) announced that Chief Operating Officer Douglas O’Flaherty has been appointed by the City of Columbia Council to serve on the Board of…
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South Greenville fair returns this weekend in memory of community leader Rodger Terry
September 13, 2026
The 69th Annual South Greenville Fair returns to downtown Simpsonville on Friday, Sept. 18, and Saturday, Sept. 19, bringing livestock rings, homegrown agriculture, and family fellowship back to the grounds…
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Join Friendship Place in serving our community through Georgetown EATS
September 10, 2026
Friendship Place is responding to the growing need for food support in our community through Georgetown EATS. The program welcomes neighbors for free meals Monday through Saturday from 11 a.m.…
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PartyHardGVL, Due South Coffee and local partners launch OPEN HOUSE day party at Hampton Station – Sept 12
September 10, 2026
The new daytime event brings house music, coffee, fitness and community programming on September 12. Due South Coffee Roasters, Daylight Burrito, RunClubGVL and Red Bull USA are joining PartyHardGVL and…
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Freshfields Village welcomes back fall favorites with two brand-new events
September 10, 2026
Lowcountry Smoke & Shuck and Fall Fiesta join returning event favorites for free, family-friendly food, live music, local art and outdoor movie Freshfields Village, the premier open-air shopping and dining…
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Lowcountry Food Bank Foundation makes a donation in honor of Hunger Action Month
September 10, 2026
Lowcountry Food Bank Foundation (LCFBF)(opens in new tab) is thrilled to announce a donation to Lowcountry Food Bank.(opens in new tab) This gift of $75,000 will be used where the Food Bank needs…
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Bloom Cake Pops launches self-service porch pop-up in Simpsonville
September 9, 2026
Sweet tooths in the Golden Strip have a new neighborhood destination to grab a quick treat. Bloom Cake Pops has officially opened a 100% self-service front porch pop-up cart, bringing…
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BridgeWay Station opens vendor applications for 2026 Christmas Market
September 9, 2026
Fall may just be getting underway, but preparations for the Upstate’s holiday season are already in full swing. BridgeWay Station has officially opened vendor applications for its 2026 Christmas Market,…
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Out on the Strip: Finding sweet salvation inside Mauldin’s Chocolate Artworks
September 9, 2026
Between juggling deadlines, tracking municipal meetings, and racing from one end of the Golden Strip to the other covering local events, my daily schedule usually looks like a runaway freight…
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29th Season of the Moveable Feast brings authors and dining together in Pawleys Island
September 8, 2026
The Moveable Feast, a weekly series connecting community members with regional authors, artists, musicians, and historians, has announced its luncheon schedule through November 2026. Now in its 29th year, the…
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BridgeWay Brewing to host ‘Kickoff for a Cure’ fundraiser for American Cancer Society
September 7, 2026
Local sports fans and community supporters can pair game day action with charitable giving this week as BridgeWay Brewing Co. hosts “Kickoff for a Cure” on Wednesday, September 9. Running…
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BridgeWay Brewing revs up September with weekly SC Moto Bike Night and live music series
September 7, 2026
Local motorcycle enthusiasts and music lovers will have a regular weeknight gathering spot throughout the rest of the month, as BridgeWay Brewing hosts the SC Moto Bike Night and live…
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Downtown Simpsonville to host annual Fall Wine Tasting tour this Friday
September 7, 2026
Downtown Simpsonville will welcome wine enthusiasts, food lovers, and local shoppers this Friday for the return of Sippin’ in Simpsonville’s Fall Wine Tasting, an evening walking tour pairing regional pours…
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Stella’s Homemade Ice Cream kicks off 3rd Annual “Ice Cream Wars” to benefit local schools
September 3, 2026
MURRELLS INLET, S.C. — Sweet competition is returning to Murrells Inlet as Stella’s Homemade Ice Cream(opens in new tab) launches its 3rd Annual Battle of the Schools: Ice Cream Wars.…
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Georgetown Growers Market to host “Loving Fall Fest” community celebration
September 3, 2026
The Growers Market(opens in new tab) has announced its upcoming Loving Fall Fest, taking place on Saturday, September 19, 2026, from 9:00 AM to 1:00 PM at 120 North Fraser…
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Georgetown Art & Wine Walk returns to historic Front Street next weekend
September 2, 2026
Historic Front Street will transform into an interactive cultural gallery next weekend as the fourth annual Georgetown Art & Wine Walk, hosted by the Georgetown Business Association, returns Saturday, Sept.…
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Golden Strip Career Center students will take the stage at Euphoria’s Healthy Lunchtime Throwdown
September 2, 2026
The heat is officially turning up in the kitchen for three talented young culinary students from Golden Strip Career Center, who have been selected to showcase their culinary chops on…
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Out on the Strip: beat the heat and find sweet relief at Dillard’s Ice Cream
September 2, 2026
The Sweetest Exhale in Town Lord have mercy, y’all. When that late-summer Upstate humidity wraps around your shoulders like a wet, steaming wool blanket and the Mauldin asphalt feels like…
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Kickstands for Kids and Jeep Invasion roll into BridgeWay Station this Saturday
September 2, 2026
Hundreds of roaring motorcycles and custom off-road rigs will take over BridgeWay Station on Saturday, Sept. 12, 2026, for the 5th Annual Kickstands for Kids with a Jeep Invasion. Hosted…
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Simpsonville Police Department invites community to Heritage Park for 2026 National Night Out
September 2, 2026
The Simpsonville Police Department will host its annual National Night Out celebration at Heritage Park on Tuesday, Oct. 6, 2026, inviting residents and families across the Golden Strip to come…
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Brookgreen Gardens to host ninth annual Gullah Geechee Junkanoo Festival
September 1, 2026
Brookgreen Gardens(opens in new tab) will celebrate West African, Caribbean, and Gullah Geechee culture during its 9th annual Gullah Geechee Junkanoo Festival on Saturday, September 12, 2026, from 10:00 am…
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The Mill at Fountain Inn announces its September Themed Tuesday lineup with Remix: Live
August 31, 2026
The Mill at Fountain Inn has officially unveiled its full September event calendar for Themed Tuesdays, inviting Upstate residents and visitors to test their knowledge and enjoy an energetic night…
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Sweet treats arrive across the Golden Strip as local confectioners unveil their fall lineups
August 31, 2026
As summer heat gives way to crisp morning air and changing leaves, local confectioners and artisan bakeries across Mauldin, Simpsonville, and Fountain Inn are rolling out their seasonal autumn lineups.…
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Fountain Inn Museum releases community cookbook
August 31, 2026
The Fountain Inn Museum has officially released its highly anticipated community cookbook, Heritage from the Table, preserving generations of Upstate culinary history and celebrating the families, traditions, and memories that…
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Fall Harvest Festival to bring seasonal festivities to BridgeWay Station this October
August 31, 2026
Autumn celebrations are heading to BridgeWay Station as organizers announce the inaugural 2026 Fall Harvest Festival, scheduled for Saturday, October 17, 2026. Organized by J. Osborne Designs, the full-day community…
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Fountain Inn partners with Favor Upstate to host special fall farmers market and celebration walk
August 31, 2026
Downtown Fountain Inn will kick off the autumn season with a special-edition Fall Farmers Market on Saturday, September 26, 2026, featuring local produce, community resources, live entertainment, and a morning…
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Happening This Weekend: JB’s Lowcountry Music Festival brings homegrown talent to Pawleys Island
August 31, 2026
Get ready for an unforgettable day of live music, Lowcountry flavor, and hometown pride as JB’s Lowcountry Music Festival takes over Pawleys Island on Saturday, September 5, from 11:00 a.m. to 6:00 p.m.…
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Lights on the Lake adds a family festival ahead of Sept. 5 fireworks
August 29, 2026
Connect Lake Greenwood is expanding its signature end-of-summer celebration this year, adding a free family festival to the front end of the annual Lights on the Lake fireworks show. The…
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Saint Frances Animal Center partners with On The Half Shell for community adoption event
August 26, 2026
Saint Frances Animal Center is teaming up with On The Half Shell restaurant for a special adoption and fundraising event on Sunday, September 6, from 12:00 to 5:00 pm. Community…
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Out on the Strip: your weekly guide to local produce, southern staples, and what to find at the Mauldin Open Air Market
August 26, 2026
By Brenda Stewart Golden Strip Publisher There is a particular kind of quiet that settles over a person somewhere between the parking lot and the front counter at 699 E.…
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JB’s Lowcountry Music Festival brings multi-band lineup, community spirit to Pawleys Island
August 23, 2026
JB’s Celebration Park is set to host the JB’s Lowcountry Music Festival on Saturday, September 5, 2026. The full-day event features performances from indie rock group Channel Bluff, local favorites…
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Mauldin Cultural Center to host 16th Annual SOOIE. BBQ Cook-Off Sept. 11 & 12
August 20, 2026
Two-day event to feature more than 20 cookers, live music and Kids Zone The Mauldin Cultural Center is gearing up for another epic pig-out with the 16th annual SOOIE. BBQ…
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Swig Drinks opens on Woodruff Road in Mauldin
August 19, 2026
A soda shop chain known for customizable fountain drinks has opened in Mauldin. Swig Drinks is now serving customers at 1534 Woodruff Road. While the address carries a Greenville mailing…
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Warehouse at Vaughn’s to host Fall Backyard Market in downtown Simpsonville
August 16, 2026
Downtown Simpsonville will kick off the autumn season with a celebration of local artisans, makers, and small businesses as Warehouse at Vaughn’s hosts its Fall Backyard Market on Saturday, September…
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City of Georgetown announces the return of “Movies in the Park” at East Bay Park
August 13, 2026
The City of Georgetown and Keep Georgetown Beautiful SC are bringing back the popular Movies in the Park series on Friday, September 11, at the Bobby Alford Pavilion in East…
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Fountain Inn Taproom Sets Packed Weekly Schedule Featuring Milestone Trivia Night, Community Cleanup, and Live Music
August 12, 2026
Downtown Fountain Inn favorite Fountain Inn Taproom is gearing up for an action-packed lineup from Thursday through Saturday at its Main Street venue, combining milestone celebrations, community service, and live…
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Mauldin Chamber to Host Free Lunch & Learn Featuring Chiropractic Care for Humans and Pets
August 12, 2026
Local business professionals, pet owners, and wellness enthusiasts are invited to the Greater Mauldin Chamber of Commerce later this month for an educational presentation exploring holistic healthcare for both people…
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Out on the Strip: your weekly guide to what’s happening, where to eat, and what to do at Gio’s Pastry Shop, Caffe & Italian Market
August 12, 2026
By Barbara LeForge, Golden Strip News Editor There is a moment right around 8:00 AM in Downtown Fountain Inn when the front door of 218 South Main Street opens up,…
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Food Service Worker
August 10, 2026
Prepares, produces, and serves a variety of foods from fresh, canned, dry, or frozen state according to recipes and assists in other related tasks in a designated food service production…
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Simpsonville Arts Foundation announces date for annual Oktoberfest celebration at Burdette Central
August 10, 2026
Autumn festivities are returning to downtown Simpsonville as the Simpsonville Arts Foundation, Inc. (SAFI) officially announces the date for its annual Oktoberfest celebration. Scheduled for Friday, October 16, 2026, the…
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Struggling to figure out what to pack for your kids’ school lunch? Here are ideas for each age group
August 10, 2026
It is one of the most persistent daily challenges of the school year: packing a lunch that actually gets eaten, stays fresh until noon, and doesn’t take an hour to…
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Simpsonville’s Luna Cafe gains local buzz for fresh pastries, savory bites, and cozy coffee shop atmosphere
August 10, 2026
A hidden culinary gem in Simpsonville is drawing glowing praise from local food enthusiasts. Luna Cafe Bakehouse & Coffee Shop, situated at 401 N. Main Street (sharing a storefront building…
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Back-to-school dinner battle: Quick 20-minute weeknight recipes to beat the evening rush
August 10, 2026
As school buses return to the roads and afternoon schedules fill with homework, sports practices, and club meetings, the daily question of “what’s for dinner?” becomes a high-stakes balancing act…
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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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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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Rave Energy of Laurens set to open behind GLEAMS
August 5, 2026
A familiar name in Clinton nutrition is expanding into Laurens. Rave Energy of Laurens will open at 221 W. Laurens St., Suite B-4, in the space behind GLEAMS, joining the…
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