Dirty Laundry
July 22, 2026
By Tom Poland A Personal History My first time home from college I took a bag of dirty laundry to Mom. She tossed it out the door. “You’re education…
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S.C. Arts Commission announces eight FY27 fellows, setting record
July 22, 2026
Dedication, ability earn eight #SCArtists $10,000 grants The South Carolina Arts Commission is excited to announce a record number of South Carolina artists representing five artistic disciplines as recipients of…
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Blink Book Review: Kathryn Stockett’s “The Calamity Club”
July 22, 2026
By Reba Hull Campbell It’s hard to know where to start with what I loved most about “The Calamity Club.” I’m finally becoming a historical fiction fan. Books like “The…
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Call for Artists: City of Simpsonville Invites Local Submissions for 125th Anniversary Art & History Exhibit
July 20, 2026
In celebration of its landmark 125th anniversary, the City of Simpsonville, in partnership with the Simpsonville ARTS Foundation, is inviting local artists of all ages and experience levels to submit…
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Authors, Birthday Celebrations, and Trivia: M. Judson Booksellers Sets Packed Late July Lineup
July 20, 2026
Downtown landmark M. Judson Booksellers has announced a diverse schedule of community gatherings, author events, and anniversary celebrations running from Monday, July 20 through Sunday, July 26, 2026. Located at…
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125 Years of Simpsonville: How the Golden Strip Transformed from Farm Country to Upstate Hub
July 20, 2026
Long before food halls, amphitheaters, and sprawling suburban neighborhoods lined Highway 276, the town of Simpsonville was little more than a dusty dirt crossroads. Today, as the city celebrates its…
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Fireworks and Live Music: Amp’d Up Fridays to Close Out Summer Season with Grand Finale
July 20, 2026
The City of Mauldin is preparing to wrap up another successful summer of its popular outdoor concert series. The Amp’d Up Fridays finale will take place on Friday, July 31,…
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Rolling Into the Golden Strip: Alsie’s of Greenville Celebrates Official Ribbon Cutting
July 20, 2026
There is a sweet new addition serving the Golden Strip community! The Simpsonville Area Chamber of Commerce officially welcomed Alsie’s of Greenville to the local business family with a celebratory…
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Safe, Local Greens Across the Golden Strip
July 20, 2026
While national supply chains deal with commercial produce recalls, staying close to home is the easiest way to keep crisp, fresh lettuce on your dinner table. Shopping locally at farms,…
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Tiny Explorers, Big Discoveries: Conestee Nature Preserve Unveils 2026–2027 ‘Knee-high Naturalists’ Program
July 20, 2026
Conestee Nature Preserve has announced the upcoming schedule for Knee-high Naturalists (KHN), its popular nature-based education series designed specifically for toddlers and preschoolers ages 2 to 5. Running twice monthly…
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Street Eats & Local Treats: Where to Find the Best Food Trucks in Mauldin, Simpsonville & Fountain Inn
July 20, 2026
From gourmet smash burgers and artisan mac and cheese to authentic street tacos and sweet shaved ice, the mobile food scene across the Golden Strip is thriving. Whether you’re looking…
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Community Voting Opens for 2026 Simpsonville A-List Awards Presented by Prisma Health
July 20, 2026
Community voting is officially underway for the 2026 Simpsonville A-List Awards, presented by Prisma Health. Following an extensive nomination period, residents across the Golden Strip now have the opportunity to…
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Social Latitude Expands Entertainment Offerings with New Mini Bowling Lanes
July 20, 2026
Local business leaders, community members, and area residents gathered at Social Latitude Playground & Pub on 1812 Woodruff Road for an official ribbon cutting ceremony hosted by the Greater Mauldin…
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The Dirt on the Strip: Put Down the Iced Tea and Pick Up the Trowel—It’s Fall Planting Time!
July 20, 2026
By Barbara LeForge, Golden Strip News Editor Well, butter my biscuits and call it July, because if this Upstate heat gets any hotter, we’re all going to turn into fried…
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Country Rock ‘n’ Soul Hits Mauldin: Trey Duncan to Headline Amp’d Up Fridays
July 20, 2026
Mauldin’s summer outdoor tradition continues this week as the Mauldin Cultural Center prepares to host singer-songwriter Trey Duncan for the next installment of Amp’d Up Fridays on July 24, 2026.…
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New Faces, New Seasons: Rehana Gonzalez Takes the Helm of Mauldin’s Adult Sports Leagues
July 19, 2026
The City of Mauldin Parks and Recreation Department has officially expanded its team, naming Greenville native Rehana Gonzalez as the new Adult Programs and Community Events Coordinator. Gonzalez joins the…
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Saving Lives and Reducing Stigma: Inside Mauldin Fire’s New Opioid Response Program
July 19, 2026
In a proactive effort to combat the ongoing substance use crisis and protect local residents, the Mauldin Fire Department has officially launched its new Opioid Response Program. The community-focused initiative…
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Upstate Icon Set to Welcome Visitors Back: Pretty Place Chapel Reopens This August
July 19, 2026
One of South Carolina’s most legendary and breathtaking mountain destinations is preparing to welcome the public back through its gates. Fred W. Symmes Chapel, universally known as “Pretty Place,” will…
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Back to School: T-Motion Dance Studio Opens Fall 2026 Afterschool Registration
July 19, 2026
With the upcoming academic calendar just around the corner, T-Motion Dance Studio has officially opened enrollment for its comprehensive Fall 2026 afterschool program. Local families looking to secure a productive,…
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As Drought Deepens, South Carolina Issues Urgent Water Supply Advisory
July 19, 2026
As an unyielding summer heatwave and a prolonged pattern of below-normal rainfall tighten their grip on the Palmetto State, the South Carolina Department of Environmental Services (SCDES) issued an urgent…
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Fountain Inn Reopens STEAM Camp Registration With 25% Discount for Remaining Summer Weeks
July 15, 2026
Parents looking for engaging summer activities for their children have a new opportunity as the City of Fountain Inn Parks and Recreation department announced it has officially reopened registration for…
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Gov. McMaster Appoints Darline Graham to Fill Late Brother’s U.S. Senate Seat
July 15, 2026
In a historic and deeply personal transition, South Carolina Governor Henry McMaster has appointed Darline Graham (also known as Darline Graham Nordone) to the United States Senate to fill the…
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Band of Oz to Bring Beach Music to Mauldin’s Amp’d Up Fridays Concert Series
July 15, 2026
The Mauldin Cultural Center is preparing for another lively weekend as the popular “Amp’d Up Fridays” outdoor summer concert series welcomes the legendary beach music group, Band of Oz. The…
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Mauldin Herd Shows Up in Spots for Annual Cow Appreciation Day
July 15, 2026
Local residents swapped their everyday wear for spots, horns, and cowbells yesterday as the Chick-for-A in Mauldin celebrated the highly anticipated return of Cow Appreciation Day. The restaurant was flooded…
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Simpsonville Businesses Join Forces: Crown + Bloom Partnering with Ice Cream Station
July 15, 2026
Two of downtown Simpsonville’s favorite local sweet spots are teaming up to help residents beat the scorching summer heat. In a social media announcement today, the organic-focused Crown + Bloom…
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Gracely Park Playground Slated for Temporary Closure Due to Maintenance
July 15, 2026
Local families planning a trip to downtown Simpsonville will need to adjust their schedules later this week. The Simpsonville Public Works Department has announced a temporary closure of the popular…
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Brutal Heat Wave Surges Back to the Golden Strip Following Brief Summer Break
July 15, 2026
The brief, 48-hour respite from the blistering summer heat has officially come to an end for the Golden Strip. Local residents should brace themselves as dangerous, triple-digit heat index values…
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EPC Power Launches Fountain Inn Facility to Fuel AI Data Centers, Creating 275 Jobs
July 15, 2026
In a significant economic boost for the Golden Strip, California-based clean-tech manufacturer EPC Power officially opened a brand-new, 167,000-square-foot production facility at 111 Southcase Boulevard in Fountain Inn. The grand…
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House Vote Revives Push to End Twice-Yearly Clock Changes, and South Carolina Is Already on Record
July 15, 2026
The U.S. House voted 308-117 on Tuesday to make daylight saving time permanent nationwide, sending the Sunshine Protection Act to a Senate where its future remains uncertain. The bill, sponsored…
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The SML Leadership Mailbag: Manager or Leader, and Why the Difference Matters
July 15, 2026
Editor’s note: The SML Leadership Mailbag is a new recurring column. In each installment, leadership consultant Jon Antonucci answers a question from a reader navigating the realities of managing people.…
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Mauldin Police Department to Host National Night Out on August 4
July 15, 2026
Event includes K-9 demonstration, free food and beverages, music, children’s activities and more The Mauldin Police Department invites residents to join officers, first responders and community partners for National Night…
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State Election Commission Rules June Democratic Primary Voters Ineligible for Aug. 11 Special Republican Primary
July 15, 2026
Voters who cast a ballot in the June Democratic Primary will not be eligible to vote in the Aug. 11 Special Republican Primary for U.S. Senate, the South Carolina State…
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A’ja Wilson honors her Girl Scout roots with special Nike Player Exclusive shoe
July 15, 2026
Spotlighting the Local Organization That Helped Shape a Champion Three-time WNBA champion, four-time MVP, two-time Olympic gold medalist, and Columbia native A’ja Wilson is shining a national spotlight on an…
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Fountain Inn Police Department Presents $24,198 to Friends of the Little White House
July 15, 2026
Funds were raised through the seventh annual Superhero 5K for Autism Fountain Inn Police Chief Patrick Fortenberry presented a check for $24,198.97 to Lu Grant of Friends of the Little…
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Shiloh Waits for Help
July 15, 2026
By Tom Poland I call it the Roll Call of The Waiting. Inactive churches in need of friends. Friendship, Dothan Methodist, St. Simon’s Episcopal Church, Halfway Creek, Workman Methodist,…
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Blink Book Review: Allen Levi’s “Theo of Golden”
July 14, 2026
By Reba Hull Campbell Theo of Golden was high on my TBR list for summer this year. From what I’d heard, it needed to be a summer book –…
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New Healthcare Option Arrives: Vitality Direct Primary Care Set for Grand Opening and Ribbon Cutting
July 13, 2026
Local residents will soon have a new alternative for managing their medical needs as Vitality Direct Primary Care officially prepares to celebrate its arrival in the community. The Mauldin Chamber…
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Supporting Youth and Families: Just Say Something Set for Ribbon Cutting and Business After Hours
July 13, 2026
Local business leaders and community advocates will gather next month to celebrate the ongoing impact of a prominent Upstate non-profit. The Greater Mauldin Chamber of Commerce announced it will host…
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Flags at Half-Staff: South Carolina Mourns the Sudden Passing of Senator Lindsey Graham
July 13, 2026
In the wake of the sudden passing of long-serving U.S. Senator Lindsey Graham, South Carolina Governor Henry McMaster has officially ordered all flags atop the State Capitol to be lowered…
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Future in Focus: Greenville County Leaders Unveil Design Concepts for New Simpsonville Park
July 13, 2026
Greenville County officials have officially unveiled preliminary design concepts for a highly anticipated new park development just north of Simpsonville, marking a major milestone in the county’s first significant park…
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Greenville County Stays in Severe Drought as Statewide Conditions Worsen
July 13, 2026
The South Carolina Drought Response Committee kept Greenville County at severe drought status during its July 8 meeting, as much of the state continues to battle worsening dry conditions and…
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South Carolina Joins Five-State Enforcement Effort to Reduce Speed-Related Crashes
July 13, 2026
The South Carolina Department of Public Safety (SCDPS) joins law enforcement partners from Alabama, Florida, Georgia, and Tennessee in Operation Southern Slow Down this week as part of a regional…
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Funding allocated in 2019 implemented in 21 South Carolina counties statewide
July 13, 2026
The South Carolina Department of Commerce (S.C. Commerce) today announced significant progress and measurable impacts resulting from the Rural Initiative Grant and Rural Broadband Grant programs. This funding — allocated to projects…
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The Race to Replace Graham: Key Dates in South Carolina’s Senate Special Primary
July 13, 2026
South Carolina election officials have released the schedule of dates and deadlines for the 2026 special primary that will set the Republican nominee for the U.S. Senate seat left open…
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The Insurance Source honored by Best of South Carolina
July 13, 2026
The Insurance Source has taken home the Best Insurance Agency in the Best of South Carolina Awards. Being recognized in the 2026 Best of South Carolina Awards is a significant…
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Mauldin Fires Up the Grills: 16th Annual SOOIE BBQ Cook-Off Slated for September
July 13, 2026
The Mauldin Cultural Center has officially started the two-month countdown to one of the Upstate’s most anticipated culinary traditions: Mauldin’s 16th Annual SOOIE BBQ Cook-Off. Presented by Duke’s Mayonnaise, the…
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Mauldin Theatre Company Set to Open Season 10 with Musical Masterpiece ‘PIPPIN’
July 13, 2026
The Mauldin Cultural Center is preparing to raise the curtain on its landmark tenth season, officially announcing ticket on-sale dates for the Mauldin Theatre Company’s upcoming production of PIPPIN. The…
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Outbreak Alert: What to Know About the Gut-Churning Parasite Spreading Across the Country
July 13, 2026
Health officials are urging extra caution in the kitchen this summer as a massive, multi-state outbreak of cyclosporiasis continues to climb, causing severe gastrointestinal distress for hundreds of patients nationwide.…
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Dirt on the Strip: How to Reclaim Your Porch from the Bugs
July 13, 2026
By Barbara LeForge, Golden Strip News Editor Let’s be completely honest: the absolute worst part of being outside in the South right now is the bugs. If you are a…
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Move Over or Face the Consequences: Greenville County Deputy Theo King on South Carolina’s Move Over Law
July 12, 2026
In last week’s episode of the Roll Call podcast, the Greenville County Sheriff’s Office sits down with Deputy Theo King to talk about South Carolina’s Move Over Law, the steep…
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