Mother’s Day in the Golden Strip: A Guide to Local Celebrations
April 18, 2026
From the charming storefronts of Main Street to the budding greenhouses across the region, Mother’s Day 2026 is shaping up to be a community-wide celebration. Simpsonville, Mauldin, and Fountain Inn…
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Greenbrier Elementary PTA Issues
April 18, 2026
As the school year winds down, the Greenbrier Elementary PTA is looking to turn its final celebration into a showcase for local small businesses. The organization has officially issued a…
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Hillcrest High Seniors Set to Return to Roots for Annual
April 18, 2026
The Class of 2026 is preparing for one of the most sentimental milestones of their high school careers. Hillcrest High School has officially released the schedule for the Senior Clapouts,…
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Handcrafted Heritage: Simpsonville Studio to Host Mother-Daughter Pottery Workshop
April 18, 2026
Local residents looking for a creative way to celebrate Mother’s Day can now trade traditional bouquets for pottery tools. A special Mother’s Day Clay Workshop has been announced at the…
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Bridgeway Station’s Latest Trend: Rôtie by Stella’s Unveils Weekly
April 18, 2026
The viral internet phenomenon has officially found a home in the heart of the Upstate. Rôtie by Stella’s, located in the bustling Bridgeway Station development, has announced the launch of…
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Horry-Georgetown Technical College students earn statewide academic honor
April 17, 2026
Horry-Georgetown Technical College (HGTC) announces that students Tiamarie Rangel and Pretoria Hines have been named to the 2026 Phi Theta Kappa All-State Academic Team, one of the highest honors awarded…
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SCDES to begin seasonal water quality monitoring at S.C. beaches
April 17, 2026
To help keep South Carolina beaches a favorite destination during the summer months, the S.C. Department of Environmental Services (SCDES) is beginning its seasonal monitoring of water quality along the…
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SCDNR’s efforts are paying off: South Carolina sees sharp drop in hunting-related deaths
April 17, 2026
A quiet but meaningful trend is emerging in South Carolina: fewer lives are being lost in hunting-related incidents. A quiet but meaningful trend is emerging in South Carolina: fewer lives…
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SC Forestry Commission Issues Statewide Burning Ban
April 16, 2026
The South Carolina Forestry Commission is issuing a State Forester’s Burning Ban for all counties, effective at 7 a.m. Friday, April 17. A State Forester’s Burning Ban prohibits all outdoor…
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SC Forestry Commission Issues Statewide Burning Ban
April 16, 2026
The South Carolina Forestry Commission is issuing a State Forester’s Burning Ban for all counties, effective at 7 a.m. Friday, April 17. A State Forester’s Burning Ban prohibits all outdoor…
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HTC hosts 2026 REEL Kids celebration for area students at Medieval Times
April 16, 2026
26th Annual event recognized students who demonstrate leadership excellence, while also overcoming life challenges HTC held the Cooperative’s Recognizing Extraordinary Examples of Leadership (REEL) Kids celebration Thursday, April 15, at…
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Cassidy Coates Price attorneys recognized in Legal 500’s inaugural Southeast edition
April 16, 2026
Cassidy Coates Price P.A. has been recognized in the 2026 edition of Legal 500 United States, with three attorneys ranked in the inaugural Southeast guide. Trey Suggs and Ross Plyler…
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Melissa Popdan joins DWG, Inc. Consulting Engineers as Construction Administrator
April 16, 2026
Melissa Popdan has joined DWG, Inc. Consulting Engineers’ (DWG) Mount Pleasant office as Construction Administrator. Popdan comes to DWG with 20 years of construction administration experience and will use her…
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Town of Irmo renames Irmo Town Park to honor longtime public services director Whitt Cline
April 16, 2026
The Town of Irmo is proud to announce the official renaming of the Irmo Town Park to the Whitt Cline Community Park. This change, formalized by the unanimous adoption of Resolution No. 26-04 on March…
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YMCA of Greenville celebrates 150 years of serving Greenville County
April 16, 2026The YMCA of Greenville officially commemorates its 150th anniversary, marking a sesquicentennial of service to the people of Greenville County. What began on April 16, 1876, when an interdenominational committee…
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Goodwill joins with Greenville Technical College to support students
April 16, 2026
Greenville Technical College and Goodwill Industries of Upstate/Midlands SC partnered to impact student success on April 1, 2026. The college held a drive-through donation event, collecting clothing and household goods…
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Lily Pad refreshes Greenville County DSS office to provide trauma-informed spaces for children in foster care
April 16, 2026
Updated Living Room-Style Rooms Offer Comfort, Safety, and Resources for Children and Youth in Foster Care Lily Pad: A Soft Place to Land, a local nonprofit creating trauma-informed, welcoming spaces…
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Richland One released from state’s fiscal caution designation
April 16, 2026
State Superintendent of Education Ellen Weaver notified Richland One leaders on April 14, 2026 that the district has been released from its fiscal caution designation. On August 2, 2024, the…
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New documentary The Soil Remembers to premiere in Greenville with two unique experiences
April 16, 2026
A new documentary, The Soil Remembers, will debut in Greenville this spring with two distinct premiere events, offering audiences both a traditional theater screening and an intimate, chef-driven dining experience.…
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City of Greenville project update
April 16, 2026
Full Closure of Church Street Bridge Begins May 3 Bridge Closes Until Mid-June; East McBee Avenue Temporarily Impacted The final stage of South Carolina Department of Transportation (SCDOT) construction on…
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Poe Mill Music celebrates one-year anniversary with inaugural Jam Fest, highlighting Greenville’s music community
April 16, 2026
Poe Mill Music will celebrate its first anniversary this spring with the launch of Jam Fest, a daylong event on Saturday, April 25, spotlighting the Upstate’s vibrant music scene and the…
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Greenville City News: City Council Priorities, GVL2040 Plan to Guide Spending
April 16, 2026
Proposed FY27 Budget Invests in Housing, Open Space, Mobility and Growth Management Greenville City Council priorities of Public Safety, Mobility and Transportation, Recreation, Open Spaces and Resilience, Neighborhoods and Affordable…
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Board-certified vascular surgeon joins Tidelands Health
April 16, 2026
Dr. Ganesha Perera, a board‑certified, fellowship‑trained vascular surgeon, has joined Tidelands Health and is accepting new patients. Dr. Perera diagnoses and treats a wide range of vascular conditions, including carotid…
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Riverside Family Dental announces name change reflecting legacy, growth and future vision
April 16, 2026
Riverside Family Dental, a trusted general dentistry practice serving the Greenville community for more than three decades, announced its official name change from Keith W. Strausbaugh, DMD, PA. The transition…
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Trinity Partners secures IMEG Consultants at 1331 Elmwood Avenue in Columbia, SC
April 16, 2026
Trinity Partners has successfully finalized the lease extension of IMEG Consultants Corp, successor in interest to Buford Goff & Associates. IMEG Consultants leases approximately 10,900 square feet at 1331 Elmwood…
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Eagle Aviation ranked among top 5% of aviation service providers in the Americas
April 16, 2026
Top-tier recognition in the 2026 AIN FBO Survey for service to private aviation at Columbia Metropolitan Airport Eagle Aviation at Columbia Metropolitan Airport (CAE) has been recognized among the top…
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Greenville County automation industry expands with Idealworks establishing US headquarters
April 16, 2026
The Greenville Area Development Corporation (GADC), the primary economic development agency in Greenville County, announces that Idealworks, a global industrial automation company founded in Germany in 2020, with roots in…
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Free outdoor concert series coming to Columbia as Koger Center launches Levitt AMP music series
April 16, 2026
The Koger Center for the Arts has set the headliners for the first Levitt AMP Columbia Music Series, a series of free outdoor concerts sponsored in part by the LevittFoundation. The concerts will…
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MUSC recognized across disciplines in 2026 U.S. News best graduate schools rankings
April 16, 2026
Four programs rank in the top 25 nationally, led by Occupational Therapy’s No. 8 ranking The Medical University of South Carolina (MUSC) earned national recognition in the 2026 U.S. News…
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Showing compassion
April 16, 2026
By Jeff Becraft Two weeks ago, I had eye surgery… and most would consider it minor. Well, I think minor is a key you play on a piano. If…
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SC Technical College System signs statewide transfer agreement with WGU
April 16, 2026
Graduates of the SC Technical College System’s 16 colleges can more easily transfer their academic credits to accredited online Western Governors University (WGU), thanks to a new partnership agreement signed…
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TGHA hosting MTW FSS Resource Fair this Thursday
April 16, 2026The Greenville Housing Authority (TGHA) is hosting an event dedicated to connecting individuals and families with opportunities, resources, and support that foster long-term economic mobility. The MTW FSS Resource Fair…
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Columbia College president Dr. John H. Dozier honored with Health Equity Circle of Champions Award
April 16, 2026
Recognition highlights leadership in advancing health access, education, and community partnerships across the Midlands Columbia College President John H. Dozier has been named a recipient of the Health Equity Circle…
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College of Charleston awarded large grant that shines spotlight on learning through culture, foodways
April 16, 2026
The College of Charleston is announcing a transformative $1.5 million grant from the Mellon Foundation to reshape experiential learning through the lens of Lowcountry foodways. This funding will empower the new…
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LiveWildFest coming to Firefly Distillery on May 2nd
April 16, 2026
LiveWildFest is back, and it’s happening in just two weeks on May 2, 2026, at Firefly Distillery. Charleston’s homegrown health and wellness festival returns for a full day of movement, music, and community connection,…
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17th annual Trio Coastal Culinary Experience returns to Myrtle Beach for an evening of exceptional flavors, networking, and entertainment
April 16, 2026
The Myrtle Beach Area Hospitality Association (MBAHA) and the South Carolina Restaurant and Lodging Association (SCRLA) announced the return of the 17th Annual Trio Coastal Culinary Experience. This premier event…
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Irmo Town Limits Free Concert Series
April 16, 2026
The Irmo Town Limits Free Concert Series is coming to Moore Park! Join us for three Friday nights of live music, community spirit, and local eats. Best of all? Admittance is…
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Public information meeting for Main Street Vista District connector project
April 16, 2026
Who: The City of Columbia and the South Carolina Department of Transportation (SCDOT) What: The City of Columbia and the South Carolina Department of Transportation (SCDOT) proposes to improve pedestrian and motorist…
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USC’s nursing and education graduate programs rank best in SC
April 16, 2026
USC’s College of Nursing master’s degree program moved up five spots to No. 18 nationally and is the top program in South Carolina, according to the 2026 Best Graduate School rankings…
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USC Next projects receive state approval
April 16, 2026
The legislature’s Joint Bond Review Committee and the S.C. State Fiscal Accountability Authority approved several key projects across the USC system, reflecting continued confidence in USC’s careful, long-term planning under its USC…
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Senate Finance budget invests in USC, higher ed statewide
April 16, 2026
The S.C. Senate Finance Committee (SFC), chaired by Sen. Harvey Peeler, has advanced its budget recommendations with support of Sen. Ronnie Cromer’s (Pharmacy ’73) Higher Education Subcommittee — marking the next important step in…
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Community support keeps Saint Frances’ doors and hearts open
April 15, 2026
By Karen Owens, Publisher Every day, the doors of Saint Frances Animal Shelter open to animals who have nowhere else to go. At Saint Frances, 85 percent of the animals…
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Relief at the Capitol: Governor McMaster Signs Income Tax Cut into Law
April 15, 2026
Hardworking families across the Palmetto State received a major financial boost today as Governor Henry McMaster officially signed House Bill 4216 into law. The legislation marks a significant milestone in…
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Global advocate Jody Cole to speak at Converse Founder’s Day Celebration
April 15, 2026
Entrepreneur, philanthropist, global advocate, and 1984 graduate Jody Cole will be the 2026 Founder’s Day keynote speaker at Converse University on Friday, April 24. This annual event bridges both past…
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Georgetown County launches oyster shell recycling initiative
April 15, 2026
Georgetown County’s Stormwater Division is working to establish a local oyster shell recycling program aimed at rehabilitating oyster populations, improving water quality and reducing landfill waste. The project is in…
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Affordable Upstate named Greenville Chamber Small Business of the Month
April 15, 2026
A company that has helped thousands of Upstate families find affordable apartments has been named the Greenville Chamber Small Business of the Month for April. Affordable Upstate was founded in…
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Bella Vita Wellness redefines performance in Pawleys Island with non-invasive GAINSWave® regenerative therapy
April 15, 2026
Bella Vita Wellness LLC is proud to announce the launch of its GAINSWave® and regenerative acoustic wave protocols, bringing professional-grade recovery and sexual wellness technology to the Lowcountry. Led by…
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Natasha Cummings named dean at Greenville Technical College
April 15, 2026
Natasha Cummings has been selected as dean of workforce partnerships and student success at Greenville Technical College (GTC). Natasha will serve as the senior administrative leader responsible for advancing workforce…
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Community Crossroads: Simpsonville City Council Advances Rezoning of Scuffletown Food Truck Park
April 15, 2026
The landscape of Ladean Court is set for a significant change following a unanimous vote by the Simpsonville City Council on Tuesday night. In a 7-0 decision, the council approved…
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Coffee and Communion: Crown + Bloom to Host Community Night of Worship
April 15, 2026
Local coffee lovers and residents seeking a mid-week moment of reflection have a new date to circle on their calendars. Crown + Bloom Coffee Co. has announced it will host…
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