SCDOT to hold open house public meeting about proposed intersection improvement project in Georgetown County
September 16, 2026
The South Carolina Department of Transportation will hold an open house public information meeting to share plans for a proposed intersection improvement project on S-46 (Waverly Road) at S-450 (Petigru…
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Simpsonville chamber lunch and learn to focus on stroke awareness and lifesaving response
September 16, 2026
The Simpsonville Area Chamber of Commerce will host a health education session next week focused on critical, lifesaving responses to medical emergencies in the workplace and community. As part of…
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Simpsonville City Council votes to return Gracely Park to original name
September 16, 2026
In a 4–2 vote, the Simpsonville City Council has approved an amended ordinance establishing stricter rules for naming city assets, a move that will officially revert Gracely Park back to…
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Greenville County considers repealing road fee tied to sales tax vote, but bond debt complicates plan
September 16, 2026
Greenville County Council is weighing a proposal to eliminate the county’s longstanding road maintenance fee if voters approve an upcoming penny sales tax referendum, though outstanding bond obligations are raising…
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Community leaders launch Vote Yes GVL campaign backing Greenville County penny sales tax referendums
September 16, 2026
A newly formed coalition of civic and business leaders has launched “Vote Yes GVL,” an advocacy campaign rallying public support for upcoming penny sales tax referendums on the ballot across…
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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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Reedy River String Band headlines musical lineup for 43rd Annual Aunt Het Fall Festival
September 16, 2026
Downtown Fountain Inn is preparing for its signature autumn celebration, with the Fountain Inn Chamber of Commerce announcing that Upstate favorite Reedy River String Band will headline the 43rd Annual…
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Simpsonville Fine Arts Gallery hosts superhero-themed snack and paint workshop for kids
September 16, 2026
Young artists will have the chance to bring their favorite superhero to life on canvas later this month as Simpsonville Fine Arts Gallery hosts a special “Web Slinging Hero” Snack…
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Poinsettia Drive faces four-week detour as drainage work begins for Downtown Simpsonville Project
September 16, 2026
Construction crews with Thrift Development have begun mobilizing along Poinsettia Drive to install critical drainage infrastructure, initiating a four-week traffic detour tied to the ongoing Downtown Simpsonville Project. The infrastructure…
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Stroller Strong brings back free weekly run club for mothers at Gracely Park
September 16, 2026
Local fitness community Stroller Strong has announced the return of its Mama Run Club for the fall season, offering weekly group runs aimed at building community and encouraging wellness among…
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U.S. Postal Service opens mailroom for 2026 Operation Santa program
September 16, 2026
With the holiday season on the horizon, the U.S. Postal Service announced that Santa’s mailbox is officially open, launching the 114th year of its beloved USPS Operation Santa program. Children…
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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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Simpsonville Fine Arts Gallery launches community giveaway featuring original local artwork
September 16, 2026
Downtown art enthusiasts have an opportunity to take home an original piece of local fine art as the Simpsonville Fine Arts Gallery hosts an online art giveaway this week. In…
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Simpsonville Fire Department hosts Light the Night for Hope vigil to observe National Opioid Awareness Day
September 16, 2026
he Simpsonville Fire Department Opioid Response Program will host a community remembrance gathering, “Light the Night for Hope,” on Thursday, September 24, 2026, in observance of National Opioid Awareness Day.…
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TriFit introduces local partnership initiative for Mauldin businesses
September 16, 2026
Local gym TriFit has announced a new outreach initiative aimed at partnering with Mauldin employers and supporting the health of the local workforce. The fitness facility has unveiled updated equipment,…
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CRG Homes invests $15,000 in HGTC Foundation to support student success
September 16, 2026
CRG Homes has contributed $15,000 to the Horry-Georgetown Technical College (HGTC) Foundation, becoming one of the Foundation’s premier event sponsors and demonstrating the company’s commitment to supporting student success and…
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Corn maze, bluegrass and a giant slide: LushAcres fall festival returns
September 16, 2026
LushAcres Farm will open its gates to families for its annual fall festival every Saturday in October, running from 10 a.m. to 5 p.m. on Oct. 3, 10, 17, 24…
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District 3 community meeting set for Saturday at The Ridge
September 16, 2026
Laurens residents will have a chance to talk directly with their city representative this weekend. Councilwoman Cassandra Campbell will host a District 3 community meeting Saturday, Sept. 19, at 10…
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Laurens CPW plans systemwide outage early Sunday
September 16, 2026
Every Laurens Commission of Public Works electric customer will be without power for several hours early Sunday, Sept. 20, as crews carry out planned grid work. The outage is scheduled…
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Presbyterian softball adds Bella Ligotti to coaching staff
September 15, 2026
Presbyterian College softball coach David Williams announced the hiring of assistant coach Bella Ligotti on Tuesday afternoon. Ligotti spent three seasons in the Big South as a player at Gardner-Webb…
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Southern Twist & Trade to host fall market Friday and Saturday in downtown Laurens
September 15, 2026
Southern Twist & Trade will welcome shoppers to a two-day fall market this week, pairing the debut of the store’s fall collection with a lineup of local vendors, samples and…
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Ribbon cutting marks completion of Laurens250 kiosk at the Clinton Depot
September 15, 2026
A new four-sided kiosk at the Clinton Depot is telling the story of the American Revolution in Laurens County, and it is now officially open. Officials cut the ribbon on…
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Laurens County Council honors retiring captain, approves data center moratorium
September 15, 2026
Laurens County Council recognized a retiring sheriff’s captain, honored the county’s emergency management staff and gave final approval to a temporary moratorium on data center development permits during its meeting…
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Taste of Laurens passport offers a night to eat, shop and explore downtown
September 15, 2026
Main Street Laurens will host Taste of Laurens on Friday, Sept. 25, from 6 to 9 p.m., an evening built around the food, businesses and people that give the city…
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Laurens District 55 High School to crown homecoming queen Friday
September 15, 2026
Laurens District 55 High School will crown its homecoming queen and announce the winner of the Miss Make a Difference fundraiser Friday, Sept. 18, capping a week that opened with…
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Lander Esports upholds standards for players to foster personal growth
September 15, 2026
“My highest priority is to ensure that you leave Lander ready to take on all of the adventures of adulthood.” This is the goal that Lander Esports head coach Billy…
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Issaqueena Chapter, NSDAR honored with awards at SCDAR Fall Forum
September 15, 2026
The Issaqueena Chapter of the National Society Daughters of the American Revolution (NSDAR) is celebrating recent chapter and individual honors received last month. The awards were presented during the South…
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Tyson Steel selects Pickens County for first South Carolina operation
September 15, 2026
$15.15 million investment will create approximately 20 new jobs Tyson Steel Building Products(opens in new tab) (Tyson Steel), a producer of pre-engineered metal buildings, has selected Pickens County for its first South…
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Crime drops in City of Greenville by 16.6%
September 15, 2026
Year to date, total crime in the City of Greenville has declined from 1,477 offenses in 2025 to 1,232 in 2026, a reduction of 16.6%. In July alone, offenses fell…
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Senate Banking Chairman Tim Scott advances key financial market and housing initiatives
September 15, 2026
U.S. Senator Tim Scott (R-S.C.), Chairman of the Senate Banking, Housing, and Urban Affairs Committee, continues to drive federal legislative momentum on federal digital asset frameworks and housing market accessibility.…
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CCSD earns second consecutive national budget award, receives special recognition for performance measures
September 15, 2026
Charleston County School District (CCSD) has earned the Government Finance Officers Association’s (GFOA) Distinguished Budget Presentation Award for its 2026–27 budget, marking the second consecutive year the district has received…
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Modern chassis available for lease in Charleston to support Southeast market
September 15, 2026
South Carolina Ports SMART Pool™ Chassis Program has expanded its direct leasing program to support expedited logistics in the Southeast market. By leasing chassis directly, motor carriers secure better rates for a…
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Charleston County, municipal leaders announce final round of public outreach for 2026 Transportation Sales Tax referendum
September 15, 2026
Charleston County officials and local mayors will host a final series of public meetings throughout the county to share information with residents regarding the 2026 Transportation Sales Tax (TST) referendum,…
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City of Georgetown to host ceremonial naming and grand opening for new City Hall campus
September 15, 2026
The City of Georgetown invites community members to celebrate service, progress and opportunity with two upcoming events marking the opening of its new City Hall campus at 420 South Hazard…
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Breeze announces new nonstop service to West Palm Beach, Florida from Greenville-Spartanburg
September 15, 2026
Breeze Airways announced plans to offer new nonstop flights from Greenville-Spartanburg International Airport (GSP) to President Donald Trump International Airport (DJT) in West Palm Beach, Florida. The new route will…
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Charleston Southern University receives $1.25 million federal investment to expand aviation workforce training
September 15, 2026Charleston Southern University has received $1.25 million from the U.S. Department of Education to expand equipment and training capacity for its rapidly growing Aeronautics program, which includes equipment designed to prepare…
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Legendary Exits selects JDPR as agency-of-record
September 15, 2026
JDPR to provide strategic communication support for the Greenville-based exit planning advisory firm. Legendary Exits, a Greenville-based exit planning and growth advisory firm for business owners, has named strategic marketing-communications…
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RMHC of the Carolinas’ Plane Pull set for take off this September
September 15, 2026
Ronald McDonald House Charities (RMHC) of the Carolinas will host its Annual Plane Pull on Sept. 26 from 8 a.m. to noon, bringing teams, families and community supporters together for…
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South Carolina Philharmonic launches 26/27 Capital Concert Series
September 15, 2026
With Love, the Best of the Romantic Period: October 17 at the Koger Center for the Arts The South Carolina Philharmonic launches its 62nd season of Capital Concerts—formerly known as…
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KVH Collective to host “Spill the Tea” event featuring Upstate women leaders
September 15, 2026
The KVH Collective will host Spill the Tea, an evening of networking and conversation on Friday, October 9, from 4–7 p.m. at Seratonic in Greenville. Spill the Tea will feature…
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CDS hosts 2026 Eggs Benefit – Oct 1
September 15, 2026
The Center for Developmental Services (CDS) will host its 15th annual Eggs Benefit on Thursday, October 1, 2026, at The Poinsett Club in Downtown Greenville. Breakfast will be served at…
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For Lander student, children’s book is story of farming, family and faith
September 15, 2026
For Lander University student Emalie White, farming is about far more than planting seeds, tending crops and putting food on the table. It is about family, faith and gratitude for…
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Turner Padget expands litigation team with additions of Eliza Hudson Lay and Diana L. Murray
September 15, 2026
Turner Padget welcomes Eliza Hudson Lay and Diana L. Murray to the firm as associates, expanding the firm’s litigation capabilities and strengthening its ability to serve clients throughout South Carolina…
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Introducing Beaufort Current: A New Way to Stay Connected to Beaufort
September 15, 2026
Robin Blackwood Publisher, Beaufort Current Beaufort has a new way to stay informed, connected and engaged with the launch of Beaufort Current, a new digital weekly newsletter and news platform…
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Historic Beaufort Foundation hosts the 52nd annual Fall Festival of Houses & Gardens Oct 16-18
September 15, 2026
Some of Beaufort’s most historic homes, churches and properties will open their doors to the public Oct. 16-18 for the 52nd annual Fall Festival of Houses & Gardens, an event…
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Salvation Army Lowcountry Angel Tree registration opens Oct. 5
September 15, 2026
Families across the Lowcountry can begin registering Oct. 5 for the Salvation Army’s 2026 Angel Tree program, which provides Christmas assistance to children ages 12 and younger. The program serves…
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South Carolina Water Utilities investing in Valley Brook wastewater infrastructure
September 15, 2026
Improvements will strengthen system reliability and support long-term wastewater service in Anderson County ANDERSON COUNTY, S.C. — South Carolina Water Utilities (SCWU)(opens in new tab) is making a series of…
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Clemson University dedicates state-of-the-art Forestry and Environmental Conservation building
September 15, 2026This unique, sustainably constructed facility was made possible thanks to support from individuals, industries and the state. Clemson University announced the dedication of its newest innovative campus facility, the Forestry…
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Greenville Symphony opens 79th season with Mozart’s monumental Requiem
September 15, 2026
More than 100 musicians and singers will fill the stage at Peace Concert Hall as the Greenville Symphony opens its 2026–27 Common Ground season with Mozart’s Requiem, presented Saturday, September…
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Don’t miss out: “The Piano Men: The Music of Elton John & Billy Joel” outdoor concert series is coming soon
September 15, 2026
Music lovers across the Grand Strand are invited to experience an extraordinary outdoor tribute as Brookgreen Gardens(opens in new tab) presents “The Piano Men: The Music of Elton John &…
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