Simpsonville City Council considers new ordinance as park naming debate continues
September 28, 2026
The ongoing debate surrounding the naming and renaming of city-owned property returned to Simpsonville City Hall this week, as Mayor Paul Shewmaker and city leaders advanced new measures to address…
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Governor McMaster meets with state military commanders to strengthen support for service members and defense installations
September 28, 2026
Top military brass from across South Carolina gathered at the state capital to brief Governor Henry McMaster and state leaders on operational priorities, infrastructure needs, and family quality-of-life initiatives affecting…
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Mauldin Recreation opens winter sports registration for youth basketball and wrestling
September 28, 2026
Mauldin Recreation is preparing for its upcoming winter sports season, announcing that registration will officially open on Thursday, Oct. 1, for youth basketball and wrestling programs. Families looking to keep…
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History on the Strip: The Ghost Railroads of the Golden Strip
September 28, 2026
By Barbara LeForge, Golden Strip News Editor If you’ve lived around here for more than forty-eight hours, you’ve probably cursed the railroad tracks. Maybe you were trying to make a…
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Infrastructure upgrades continue at Southside Park with new septic system installation
September 28, 2026
Critical utility work is moving forward behind the scenes at Southside Park as local contractors work to support ongoing improvements at the popular 65-acre recreation complex. Roper Brothers, Inc. announced…
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JINYA Ramen Bar set to open in Greenville on October 7
September 28, 2026
Renowned ramen restaurant to open at Magnolia Park Shopping Center JINYA Ramen Bar is expanding its presence in South Carolina with the opening of a new restaurant at Magnolia Park…
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Georgetown Walk to End Alzheimer’s returns for third year
September 27, 2026
The Alzheimer’s Association is pleased to announce that its third annual Georgetown Community Walk to End Alzheimer’s will take place on Saturday, October 24 at 8:00 am at the Anthuan…
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Grid Iron Recap: Crusaders stay unbeaten, Raiders top Greer as region play arrives
September 27, 2026
Laurens County’s four high school football teams split Friday, Sept. 25, with Laurens District 55 and Laurens Academy picking up wins, Clinton falling in overtime and Thornwell Charter School dropping…
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Two years after Hurricane Helene, Laurens County remembers the storm and the people who carried it through
September 27, 2026
Sunday, Sept. 27, marks two years since Hurricane Helene tore through Laurens County in the early morning hours. The storm left behind damage few residents had ever seen in an…
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Carolina Handling launches first connected TV advertising campaign
September 27, 2026
Football-themed streaming TV campaign highlights Carolina Handling’s evolution beyond forklifts and expands brand visibility across the Southeast. Carolina Handling, the exclusive Raymond Solutions and Support Center for North Carolina, South…
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Positioned for success: CarolinaPower grows its team in Columbia
September 27, 2026
As CarolinaPower, a leading, employee-owned regional electrical contractor, continues to expand its capabilities, services, and geographic footprint, the company is strategically adding staff at all four locations across South Carolina.…
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New book on Rebecca Brewton Motte reveals undaunted courage of a lost hero of the American Revolution in South Carolina
September 27, 2026
On Thursday, October 15th at 6:00 pm pm, in the Great Hall of the Old Exchange Building in Charleston, Alexia Jones Helsley will introduce her compelling new book, “Rebecca Brewton…
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NHE’s Morrow named to SCBIZ Emerging Leader list
September 27, 2026Joel Morrow, the Director of Affordable Property Management at NHE, has been honored as an Emerging Leader by SCBIZ. Previously known as Forty Under 40, SCBIZ’s Emerging Leaders Under 40…
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Stumbo tells Lander audience the Constitution still shapes today’s legal system
September 26, 2026
Constitution Day speaker David Stumbo explored the historical significance and the continuing relevance of the U.S. Constitution, guiding his audience at Lander University through the document that established the framework…
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Laurens police, Safe Home among 29 Upstate agencies sharing $7.4 million for crime victims
September 26, 2026
Two Laurens County agencies that serve victims of crime will share $141,199 in state and federal grant funding, part of $7,457,394 awarded to 29 agencies across the Upstate and more…
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Greenville County groups land $1.66 million as Upstate crime victim grants top $7.4 million
September 26, 2026
Four Greenville County organizations that serve victims of crime will share $1,660,184 in state and federal grant funding, part of $7,457,394 awarded to 29 agencies across the Upstate and more…
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Greenville County Schools invites students to celebrate America’s 250th birthday
September 26, 2026
Greenville County Schools is inviting every student from pre-K through 12th grade to take part in Celebrating America, a districtwide student showcase honoring the nation’s 250th birthday. The opportunity is…
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Lander Alumna, Trustee Linda Dolny-Lister makes transformational gift to name residence hall, fund scholarships
September 26, 2026
A legacy of generosity and service at Lander University will soon be reflected in a new name on one of the campus’s largest buildings — and in new opportunities for…
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Helping Hands of Georgetown to host Brunch, Bubbles & Jazz fundraiser
September 25, 2026
Helping Hands of Georgetown is thrilled to announce its upcoming charity fundraiser, Brunch, Bubbles & Jazz, scheduled for Sunday, October 11, from 11:00 AM to 2:00 PM. Set against the…
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Wade Hampton High School students to reveal spirit week fundraising total for the Barbara Stone Foundation
September 25, 2026
Weeklong student-led fundraiser culminates with check presentation at home football game, 100% of proceeds to benefit the Foundation and its mission to create equitable opportunities for individuals with disabilities WHAT:…
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The 2026 Greater Cayce-West Columbia Chamber Holiday Parade of Lights being held December 12
September 25, 2026
Get ready to light up the streets for the 2026 Greater CWC Holiday Parade of Lights! Businesses, organizations, community groups, schools, families, and festive parade enthusiasts are invited to join…
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Newberry Oktoberfest celebrates 25 years in downtown Newberry
September 25, 2026
A favorite fall tradition is hitting a big milestone with the 25th anniversary of Newberry’s annual Oktoberfest event, happening on Friday, October 2 and Saturday, October 3, 2026, in the heart…
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Dominion Energy to begin performing tree trimming activities as scheduled for 2026
September 25, 2026
Dominion Energy will begin performing tree trimming activities along overhead utility lines in the following neighborhoods on Monday, September 28, 2026, at 7:30 a.m. – 6:00 p.m. Distribution Line Tree Trimming:…
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Richland Library plans for future of Lower Richland location, invites community inputs
September 25, 2026
As Lower Richland continues to grow, Richland Library is planning for the future of the Lower Richland location and creating new opportunities for the library to grow alongside the community.…
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AnMed Health Rehabilitation Hospital reveals new patient unit, addresses growing need for rehabilitation
September 25, 2026
Residents in the Upstate now have greater access to rehabilitation care after experiencing a traumatic medical event. AnMed Health Rehabilitation Hospital unveiled a new unit of patient rooms Thursday, which…
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City of Columbia celebrates the grand opening of Bang Back Bar & Grill
September 25, 2026
The City of Columbia will celebrate the grand opening of Bang Back Bar & Grill, a new Rosewood Drive dining and entertainment destination, with a ceremony on Thursday, October 1.…
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Brookgreen Gardens welcomes fall with Annual Harvest Home Weekend
September 25, 2026
Family favorite returns October 3–4 with pumpkin decorating, scarecrow building, live music and more Brookgreen Gardens will celebrate the start of fall with its annual Harvest Home Weekend on Saturday,…
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A Ministry of Love in Every Stitch: Dress a Girl Around the World at Prince George Winyah
September 25, 2026
Since 2021, the Dress a Girl Around the World Chapter at Prince George Winyah Parish Church has been quietly, faithfully transforming fabric, thread, and time into something far greater than…
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Upstate farm among 20 in North America honoring Dolly Parton with corn maze
September 25, 2026
Golden Strip families looking for a fall outing with a bigger purpose will not have to travel far this year. Stewart Farms in Enoree, a short drive from Fountain Inn,…
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Enoree farm among 20 in North America honoring Dolly Parton with corn maze
September 25, 2026
A Laurens County farm is one of only 20 across North America paying tribute to Dolly Parton this fall with a corn maze cut in the late country music star’s…
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Laurens County Community Theatre celebrates 100 years of Winnie the Pooh with youth production
September 25, 2026
The Laurens County Community Theatre will mark the 100th anniversary of Winnie the Pooh with a special production of “Disney’s Winnie the Pooh Kids,” a 30-minute musical adaptation featuring the…
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Willow Walk project aims to restore Little River riverbank in Laurens
September 25, 2026
The city of Laurens has introduced Willow Walk, a long-term effort to restore and strengthen the riverbank along the walking trail at Little River Park. Mayor Nathan Senn announced the…
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South Carolina red snapper will open for 14-day season in October
September 25, 2026
NOAA Fisheries has approved SCDNR’s revised Exempted Fishing Permit (EFP) application, allowing South Carolina to hold a 14-day recreational red snapper season in federal waters from Oct. 9-22. The pilot,…
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Statewide awards honor Midlands Technical College leaders
September 25, 2026
Midlands Technical College (MTC) leader Kim Boatwright has been recognized by the South Carolina Association of Technical College Commissioners (SCATCC) with the 2026 SCATCC Professional Board Staff Member Award. Boatwright,…
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Lee’s last campaign brought him to Columbia
September 25, 2026
After the war that made him one of the most admired military leaders in history, Robert E. Lee devoted what influence he had to guiding the South toward recovery, stability,…
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Restaurant Week returns to the Midlands October 8-18
September 25, 2026
The South Carolina Restaurant & Lodging Association (SCRLA) announced the return of Restaurant Week Midlands, taking place from October 8-18, 2026. As an 11-day culinary showcase celebrating the region’s vibrant…
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Lowcountry Impact Fund launches with $250,000 investment in The Harbor Entrepreneur Center
September 25, 2026First deployment puts charitable capital to work supporting entrepreneurship and economic opportunity in the Lowcountry The Lowcountry Impact Fund (LIF), a locally led charitable impact investment fund sponsored by Abundance…
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Al Haggerty joins Coldwell Banker Caine in Spartanburg
September 24, 2026
Coldwell Banker Caine welcomed Al Haggerty as a real estate agent in its Spartanburg office. A Spartanburg native with six years of real estate experience, Haggerty pairs lifelong local knowledge…
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Let’s Beat Breast Cancer Rally, Walk for Laura 5K at Cancer Survivors Park Oct 3
September 24, 2026Let’s Beat Breast Cancer Rally returns to Greenville Oct. 3 Breast cancer survivors, families and community members are invited to Cancer Survivors Park in Greenville on Saturday, Oct. 3, for…
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Equidae Insurance welcomes Erica Rector as Vice President of Growth & Development
September 24, 2026
Equidae Insurance announced that Erica Rector has joined the agency’s leadership team as Vice President of Growth & Development, bringing more than 20 years of insurance experience and a lifelong…
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Trinity Partners completes investment sale of medical office portfolio in South Carolina
September 24, 2026
Trinity Partners announced the successful investment sale of a three-property medical office portfolio located across South Carolina. The properties sold for a combined transaction value of $7,106,763. The portfolio consisted…
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The best is not always easy
September 24, 2026
By Jeff Becraft A few weeks ago, I had the privilege to speak at the chapel service for Garden City Chapel. So Brenda and I went down to Garden…
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What Apple v. OpenAI can teach employers about trade secrets
September 24, 2026
By David Dubberly On July 10, 2026, Apple filed a trade secrets lawsuit against OpenAI and two of its employees who previously worked for Apple, accusing them of taking…
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Highland Holidays brings Scottish Christmas spectacular to historic Winyah Auditorium
September 24, 2026
Georgetown hosts the final performance of Highland Echoes’ 2026 Carolina holiday tour December 12 Bagpipes, fiddle, Highland dance and Scottish Christmas traditions will fill Historic Winyah Auditorium on Saturday, December…
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Save the Date: Rocky Point Patriot Run set for November 14th
September 24, 2026
Mark your calendars! VFW Georgetown Memorial Post 6444, Winyah Rivers Alliance, and Georgetown County Parks & Recreation are teaming up to host the Rocky Point Patriot Run on Saturday, November…
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The Hampton Park farmers market
September 23, 2026
Charleston Parks Conservancy announced the return of the Hampton Park Farmers Market on Wednesdays from 3:30-7pm! Join each week for locally grown produce, baked goods, cheesemakers, honey, meat, flowers, and…
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Capital City/Lake Murray Country announces exciting lineup of national fishing tournaments for 2026–2027
September 23, 2026
Capital City/Lake Murray Country (CCLMC) announced an exciting lineup of nationally recognized fishing tournaments coming to Lake Murray during the 2026–2027 season. From professional bass anglers to elite kayak competitors,…
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Collin Raye brings country hits to Harbison Theatre during Okra Strut Weekend
September 23, 2026
The multi-platinum country artist takes the stage for an intimate acoustic performance September 25 at 7:30 p.m. Before the okra starts frying and the festivities get underway, one of country…
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Spartanburg Community College celebrates workforce development month by connecting union county students to career pathways
September 23, 2026
Spartanburg Community College (SCC) is celebrating Workforce Development Month by partnering with the Union County Career & Technology Center to introduce ninth-grade students to educational opportunities, career pathways, and the…
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The COMET partners with Dante Lewis, Harvest Hope for Holiday Mobility, Community Giving, and Live Music
September 23, 2026
The Central Midlands Regional Transit Authority (The COMET) is partnering with renowned South Carolina saxophonist Dante Lewis to celebrate the holiday season with free transit access, charitable giving, and live…
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