Beyond the Glass: The Day Trip That Actually Silenced My Entire Backseat
August 21, 2026
By Barbara LeForge, Golden Strip News Editor If you have a herd of kids spanning the chaotic gap between kindergarten and the pre-teen eye-roll phase (ages 5 to 12 in…
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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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Rotary Club of Greenville launches Kringle Holiday Countdown raffle calendar
August 20, 2026
Sponsors and prize donors have until Aug. 31 to sign on for the club’s newest fundraiser The Rotary Club of Greenville is launching KRINGLE Holiday Countdown, a 12-day raffle calendar…
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McMaster clears the way for $150 million Scout Motors payout in final budget vetoes
August 19, 2026
South Carolina Gov. Henry McMaster struck 14 items from the state’s $15 billion budget for fiscal year 2026-27 on Monday, including a legislative hold on money owed for cost overruns…
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Golden Strip voters have one early voting site for Aug. 25 Senate runoff
August 19, 2026
Early voting for the U.S. Senate special Republican primary runoff opened Wednesday, Aug. 19, and Golden Strip residents who plan to cast a ballot before election day will find fewer…
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Fountain Inn seeks resident to fill Ward 5 Planning Commission seat
August 19, 2026
The city of Fountain Inn is accepting applications from residents interested in filling the open Ward 5 seat on the Fountain Inn Planning Commission. The commission plays a central role…
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Out on the Strip: your weekly guide to what’s happening, where to eat, and what to do at Mercato Cafe
August 19, 2026
Have you ever opened a doorway and immediately felt the rush of the outside world simply melt away? That is the exact magic waiting for you at 1101 Via Corso…
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Center for Community Services asks community to help stock its shelves
August 19, 2026
The Center for Community Services is asking Golden Strip residents to help restock its shelves through a hygiene, household and pet food drive benefiting local families in need. The Simpsonville-based…
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One night only: pay what you can “Pippin” hits the Mauldin stage Thursday
August 19, 2026
One night only: pay what you can “Pippin” hits the Mauldin stage Thursday For one night only, audiences can see the Mauldin Theatre Company’s 10th season opener at whatever price…
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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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USDA urges South Carolina residents to inspect trees for invasive beetle
August 19, 2026
Federal agriculture officials want South Carolina homeowners checking their yards this month for evidence of the Asian longhorned beetle, an invasive insect that hollows out hardwood trees from the inside…
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Simpsonville fire engineer retires after 21 years of service
August 19, 2026
A longtime member of the Simpsonville Fire Department has hung up his gear after more than two decades on the job. Engineer Jason Mode officially retired the morning of Aug.…
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Twenty six thousand small things
August 19, 2026
By Brenda Stewart, Publisher I let my inbox get to 26,000 emails. That is a humbling number to print in my own publication. I am doing it anyway, because I…
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Christmas stamps
August 19, 2026
By Jeff Becraft Last December, we ran out of stamps. It was late one night and I decided to go to the post office and use their self-service station…
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A Chain-Smoking Cat Saved My Life
August 19, 2026
By Tom Poland Maybe I Saved Hers Too Summer 2022, St. Simons Island, I’m sitting around the pool when my niece, Harper, and her friend, Stella, ask me to…
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Greenville County Schools to Host Transportation Job Fair at Golden Strip Career Center
August 19, 2026
Greenville County Schools is looking to expand its transportation team ahead of the upcoming school year, hosting an in-person Job Fair on Tuesday, August 25, 2026, from 5:00 PM to…
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Main Street Fountain Inn Farmers Market concludes stellar season, welcoming thousands to downtown Depot Street
August 19, 2026
Downtown Fountain Inn officially brought its seasonal market festivities to a close following the final Main Street Fountain Inn Farmers Market on Saturday, August 8. The weekly Saturday morning market,…
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Blink Book Review: “The Irish Goodbye” by Beth Ann Fennelly
August 19, 2026
By Reba Hull Campbell My summer reading challenge continues with another book about writing. But this one doesn’t include a single tip, hint or rule to make my writing better.…
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Greenville Symphony announces 2026-2027 Chamber Music Series
August 19, 2026
The Greenville Symphony will bring its principal musicians into four intimate venues across Greenville for its 2026-2027 Chamber Music Series. Tickets for the series are now on sale at greenvillesymphony.org.…
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Clemson Extension shares tips for identifying fall armyworms
August 19, 2026
Late summer is prime season for fall armyworms in South Carolina, and Clemson Cooperative Extension is helping producers and homeowners learn to spot them before they do serious damage. The…
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Room to Grow: Lander University announces plans for acquisition of Greenwood District 50’s Genesis Education Center property
August 18, 2026
For the past decade, Lander University has done something few higher education institutions can claim: It has continued to grow, year after year. That momentum – fueled by seven consecutive…
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Richland County, M.B. Kahn receive national award for South Carolina renovation project
August 17, 2026
The Construction Management Association of America (CMAA) has selected the Richland County 911 Center project, delivered by M. B. Kahn Construction, for a 2026 Project Achievement Award in the Government…
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The SML Leadership Mailbag: how can I be sure I am ready to be promoted?
August 17, 2026
Editor’s note: The SML Leadership Mailbag is a recurring column. In each installment, leadership consultant Jon Antonucci answers a question from a reader navigating the realities of managing people. Have…
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Limitless Bricks builds a home for Lego fans in downtown Fountain Inn
August 16, 2026
A storefront that sat empty for months on Main Street has been gutted, rebuilt and stocked wall to wall with plastic bricks. Limitless Bricks, a Lego shop owned by three…
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Silent Disco at BridgeWay Station to benefit local foster and adoptive families this September
August 16, 2026
Community members will have the opportunity to hit the dance floor for a cause next month as Upstate nonprofit Adoption Helpers hosts its “Light Up the Night” Silent Disco benefit…
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City of Fountain Inn expands municipal workforce with openings across public safety, community relations, and recreation
August 16, 2026
The City of Fountain Inn has announced multiple job openings across several municipal departments, seeking qualified candidates to fill vital full-time and part-time roles within the community. The available positions…
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Registration opens for Fountain Inn Miracle League fall baseball season
August 16, 2026
Registration is officially underway for the 2026 Fountain Inn Miracle League fall season, offering children and adults with disabilities the opportunity to experience the joy of baseball in an inclusive,…
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All Things Greenville brings casual networking meetup to Crown + Bloom Coffee Co. in Simpsonville
August 16, 2026
Local entrepreneurs, creatives, and Upstate professionals will gather for an afternoon of informal connection as All Things Greenville hosts its next Coffee + Community networking event on Monday, August 17.…
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Greenville County Schools resets classroom expectations: Grade floors scrapped, new AI rules take effect
August 16, 2026
When students across the Golden Strip head back to class, they will face a renewed focus on academic accountability and a clear set of digital boundaries. Greenville County Schools is…
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Retired FDNY lieutenant to share 9/11 survival story at Fountain Inn community remembrance event
August 16, 2026
As the nation approaches the 25th anniversary of September 11, the Fountain Inn community is invited to gather for an evening of reflection, faith, and gratitude featuring a firsthand account…
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Younts Center for Performing Arts opens its doors for annual community Open House
August 16, 2026
Downtown Fountain Inn’s cultural hub is inviting the public inside for a behind-the-scenes look at its creative spaces as the Younts Center for Performing Arts hosts its annual Open House…
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City of Fountain Inn launches three-night Civics Academy to give residents behind-the-scenes look at local government
August 16, 2026
Residents, neighborhood leaders, and civic advocates looking for a deeper understanding of how their municipal government works can now sign up for the upcoming Fountain Inn Civics Academy. Hosted by…
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Dirt on the Strip: Trading the Tiller for an Upstate Food Forest
August 16, 2026
If my grandfather were around to see my garden blueprint this year, he’d probably check my forehead for a fever and call the preacher. Around here, traditional southern gardening wisdom…
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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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Fountain Inn Fire Department earns SAFE designation making Fountain Inn the first city in Greenville County with both Police and Fire departments
August 16, 2026
The City of Fountain Inn is proud to announce that the Fountain Inn Fire Department has earned the Sexual Assault Forensic Excellence (SAFE) Designation, becoming only the second fire department…
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Elevate Upstate grant applications now open for Upstate community projects
August 16, 2026
Ten at the Top has opened the 2026 application cycle for its Hughes Investments Elevate Upstate grants, giving neighborhood groups, nonprofits, civic organizations and local governments across the region a…
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Summer artisan and farmers market returns to Barefoot Acres on Aug. 22
August 16, 2026
Shoppers looking for fresh produce, handmade goods and a morning on the farm will have both in one stop later this month when Buzzy Bee Market brings its Summer Artisan…
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AC/DC tribute band Back N Black set to headline high-voltage Halloween bash at Younts Center
August 16, 2026
Classic rock energy and spooky season revelry will take center stage in downtown Fountain Inn this fall as nationally touring AC/DC tribute act Back N Black storms the Younts Center…
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Greenville Triumph brings a galaxy far, far away to Simpsonville with annual Star Wars Night at GE Vernova Park
August 16, 2026
A galaxy far, far away is landing in the Upstate later this month as Greenville Triumph SC gears up for one of its most anticipated theme matches of the regular…
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Greater Mauldin Chamber to host industry-exclusive Leads Group meeting this September
August 16, 2026
Local entrepreneurs and professionals looking to expand their referral networks will gather next month as the Greater Mauldin Chamber of Commerce hosts its upcoming Leads Group Meeting on Wednesday, September…
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Mauldin gym prepares to host regional powerlifters for the eighth annual Day of the Dead meet this October
August 16, 2026
Competitive powerlifting is set to take center stage in the Upstate this fall as athletes prepare to test their ultimate strength on the platform. TriFit, located at 320 W. Butler…
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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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Rotary Club of Mauldin Opens Registration for Annual Tim Brett Memorial Charity Golf Tournament
August 12, 2026
Local golfers, civic leaders, and area business owners are preparing to hit the fairways next month for one of the community’s signature charity traditions. The Rotary Club of Mauldin has…
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Ignite Theatrical to Bring Disney’s ‘Newsies’ to The Younts Center with Record-Breaking Cast
August 12, 2026
Theater lovers in the Golden Strip have something major to sing about this September. Ignite Theatrical has announced that tickets are officially on sale for its upcoming production of Disney’s…
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Mauldin first responders partner for free prescription drug disposal event on August 29
August 12, 2026
In an effort to keep local households safe and combat prescription drug misuse, the Mauldin Police Department and Mauldin Fire Department are joining forces to host a community Medication Disposal…
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Citizens Across the Southeast Invited to Participate in the 2026 Great Southeast Pollinator Census
August 12, 2026
Citizens, gardeners, and nature enthusiasts across the Southeastern United States are gearing up to take part in a vital regional conservation initiative later this month. The 2026 Great Southeast Pollinator…
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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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SCDOT Commences Roadway Resurfacing Along Howard Drive in Fountain Inn
August 12, 2026
Local motorists should plan for minor commute delays as infrastructure crews begin work on key roadway stretches near local neighborhoods and school zones. The South Carolina Department of Transportation (SCDOT)…
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South Carolina nonprofits rank as state’s 5th-largest employment sector, new report finds
August 12, 2026
2026 South Carolina State of the Nonprofit Sector Report finds nonprofits employ nearly 195,000 South Carolinians, account for 8.1% of statewide employment and generate more than $34 billion in annual…
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