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Greenville City Council during budget meeting

Greenville City Council Approves $291.2 Million Budget

May 22, 2025

News Summary The Greenville City Council has approved a $291.2 million operating budget for Fiscal Year 2026, focusing on public safety and affordable housing initiatives. The budget allocates significant resources...

Repair crews working on a water main break in Greenville

Greenville Water Crews Address Multiple Water Main Breaks

May 22, 2025

News Summary Greenville Water crews have tackled two significant water main breaks, one on Cleveland Street and another on Woodruff Road. The first break caused temporary service disruptions, while the...

I-85 Traffic Closure Due to Bomb Threat

Illinois Man Arrested for Bomb Threat on I-85

May 21, 2025

News Summary An Illinois man was arrested after making a bomb threat during a traffic stop on Interstate 85 near Greenville. Ahmad Jamal Khamees Alhendi claimed there was an explosive...

South Carolina Firing Squad Execution Facility

South Carolina Executes Inmate by Firing Squad

May 21, 2025

News Summary In a historic event, South Carolina executed Brad Sigmon by firing squad, marking the first use of this method in the state. Sigmon, convicted of double murder, opted...

Intersection in Greenville County where hit-and-run incident occurred

Greenville County Hit-and-Run Incident Under Investigation

May 21, 2025

News Summary Authorities in Greenville County are investigating a serious hit-and-run incident involving a motorcyclist that occurred at the intersection of Piedmont Highway and Davis Road. The motorcyclist suffered severe...

Lake Wylie Neighborhood Vigilance

Authorities Search for Suspects in Lake Wylie Car Break-Ins

May 20, 2025

News Summary Law enforcement in Lake Wylie, SC, is investigating a string of car break-ins linked to two suspects, caught on security footage. A total of 24 cars were broken...

Winter Weather in Columbia

Columbia Prepares for Winter Weather Advisory

May 20, 2025

News Summary Columbia, South Carolina is anticipating a winter weather advisory this week, with predictions of freezing rain, sleet, and snow. The advisory will affect several counties as temperatures drop,...

Frasers Hospitality Trust Office

Frasers Property Launches Second Bid to Privatize Frasers Hospitality Trust

May 20, 2025

News Summary Frasers Property has initiated another attempt to privatize its REIT, Frasers Hospitality Trust, valued at S$1.37 billion. This comes after an earlier bid failed due to lack of...

Small plane lying on its side at a construction site in Greenville, South Carolina

Pilot Survives Small Plane Crash at Greenville Construction Site

May 20, 2025

News Summary A small plane crashed into a construction site in Greenville, South Carolina, on Sunday afternoon, with the pilot escaping unscathed. The incident occurred in an area designated for...

BUSINESS

Newport News Shipbuilding Facility in Goose Creek

Newport News Shipbuilding Expands Operations in Goose Creek

May 22, 2025

News Summary Newport News Shipbuilding has commenced operations at its new facility in Goose Creek, South Carolina, dedicated to producing modules for submarines and aircraft carriers. The site, covering nearly...

South Carolina Growth

South Carolina Named Fastest-Growing State

May 22, 2025

News Summary South Carolina has topped U-Haul’s growth index for the first time, overtaking Texas as the fastest-growing state. The 7% lower cost of living and mild climate attract new...

Charleston Minor League Sports Atmosphere

South Carolina Ranked Fifth in Minor League Sports Markets

May 22, 2025

News Summary South Carolina has been recognized as the fifth-best minor league sports market in the U.S., highlighting Charleston as a vibrant hub for teams like the Stingrays and RiverDogs....

Bar Closure Due to Insurance Rates in South Carolina

South Carolina Lawmakers Address Soaring Liquor Insurance Rates

May 22, 2025

News Summary In South Carolina, lawmakers are considering changes to liquor liability laws as insurance rates skyrocket, endangering local bars and restaurants. State Senator Ed Sutton has proposed a bill...

Boeing North Charleston Plant

Qatar Airways Makes Landmark Boeing Jet Purchase

May 21, 2025

News Summary Qatar Airways has signed a historic agreement to buy up to 200 Boeing jets, a deal announced by the White House. This purchase is expected to create around...

Modern Energy Infrastructure in South Carolina

Duke Energy Appoints New President for South Carolina Operations

May 21, 2025

News Summary Tim Pearson has officially become the president of Duke Energy’s utility operations in South Carolina, overseeing the company’s financial performance and regulatory relations. With a strong background in...

South Carolina Economic Development Conference

South Carolina Emerges as Economic Leader

May 21, 2025

News Summary The recent South Carolina Economic Developers’ Association Annual Conference showcased the state’s economic growth, driven by significant investments and collaboration among leaders. With a GDP nearing $350 billion...

New CEO at Urgent Care Group

Urgent Care Group Appoints New CEO

May 21, 2025

News Summary Urgent Care Group has named Matt Kossman as its new Chief Executive Officer, bringing over 30 years of healthcare leadership experience. Kossman is expected to guide the organization...

Hollings Cancer Center Research Facility

South Carolina’s Hollings Cancer Center Strengthens Economy and Job Market

May 21, 2025

News Summary The Hollings Cancer Center in South Carolina generates $860 million annually, providing over 4,000 jobs. A study shows its significant economic impact, highlighting plans for expansion with a...

Events/What's Happening

Scenic Swamp Rabbit Trail with hikers on Memorial Day

Greenville Hosts Memorial Day Weekend Events

May 22, 2025

News Summary Greenville is set to celebrate Memorial Day weekend with a variety of events, including the Palmetto Heroes Hike, designed to honor fallen military personnel and promote mental health....

Graduates celebrating at Greenville County High School Graduation Ceremony

Greenville County High School Graduations This Week

May 21, 2025

News Summary Greenville County Schools are set to host graduation ceremonies commencing Tuesday, expected to cause significant traffic in downtown Greenville. All ceremonies will take place at the Bon Secours...

Wrestling match in progress at WWE Main Event

WWE Main Event Delivers Thrilling Matchups in Glendale

May 21, 2025

News Summary WWE Main Event held in Glendale, Arizona showcased an action-packed evening for fans. Ivy Nile triumphed over Maxxine Dupri, while The War Raiders secured a shot at the...

Memorial service honoring fallen law enforcement officers in Greenville County

Greenville County Honors Fallen Law Enforcement Officers

May 21, 2025

News Summary The annual Greenville County Fallen Officers Memorial Service took place, remembering 47 law enforcement officers who died in the line of duty. Family members and community leaders gathered...

Women's qualifying match during WWE Raw featuring intense competition

WWE Raw Features Women’s Money In The Bank Qualifiers

May 20, 2025

News Summary WWE Raw is set to deliver thrilling wrestling action with two significant women’s Money In The Bank qualifying matches, including the much-anticipated return of Kairi Sane. Sane will...

Wrestling match at WWE Raw event in Greenville

WWE Raw Returns to Greenville with Thrilling Matches

May 20, 2025

News Summary WWE Raw makes a comeback on May 19, hosting a series of matches leading up to WWE Money In The Bank 2025. Fans can look forward to exciting...

Floral tribute for Martha Ann Edwards West

Martha Ann Edwards West, Beloved Matriarch, Passes Away

May 18, 2025

News Summary Martha Ann Edwards West, a cherished matriarch of the West family, passed away at the age of 91 in Greenville, South Carolina, following an extended illness. Born in...

Families enjoying various events in Greenville SC during May celebrations.

May Celebrations and Events in Upstate South Carolina

May 17, 2025

News Summary Upstate South Carolina is set for a month filled with community celebrations and family-friendly events. Highlights include the TCMU-Spartanburg’s 7th birthday celebration, the Greenville Greek Festival, Artisphere 2025,...

Actors auditioning on stage at the South Carolina New Play Festival

South Carolina New Play Festival Announces Auditions

May 16, 2025

News Summary The South Carolina New Play Festival is hosting auditions for aspiring actors on May 17 at the Greenville Little Theatre. The festival seeks Equity actors aged 15 and...

CRIME

Intersection in Greenville County where hit-and-run incident occurred

Greenville County Hit-and-Run Incident Under Investigation

May 21, 2025

News Summary Authorities in Greenville County are investigating a serious hit-and-run incident involving a motorcyclist that occurred at the intersection of Piedmont Highway and Davis Road. The motorcyclist suffered severe...

Scene of an officer-involved shooting in Greenville with police presence and crime scene tape.

Officer-Involved Shooting Leaves Suspect Hospitalized in Greenville

May 19, 2025

News Summary An officer-involved shooting occurred in Greenville, S.C., leaving a suspect hospitalized after police responded to a suspicious individual. The incident began when officers found the man hiding and...

Police officers at a scene of a shooting incident in Greenville SC

Police Officer Involved Shooting in Greenville Leaves Man Hospitalized

May 19, 2025

News Summary In Greenville, South Carolina, a police officer shot a man who posed a threat while armed with garden shears. The incident followed reports of suspicious behavior near Maco...

Shoppers at Haywood Mall reacting to a chaotic situation.

Juvenile Arrested After Haywood Mall Fight Causes Panic

May 18, 2025

News Summary A juvenile was arrested following a fight at Haywood Mall in Greenville, SC that caused widespread panic among shoppers. The incident, initially reported as an armed robbery, led...

Interior view of Haywood Mall during a disturbance with shoppers reacting nervously.

Disturbance at Haywood Mall Sparks Panic Among Shoppers

May 18, 2025

News Summary A disturbance outside the Cheesecake Factory at Haywood Mall led to the arrest of a teenager on Saturday evening. Initial reports of an armed robbery caused panic among...

Law enforcement searching for missing woman in Greenville County

Search for Missing Woman Brooke Henson Resumes

May 17, 2025

News Summary Authorities in Greenville County, South Carolina, renewed their search for missing woman Brooke Leigh Henson, who disappeared in 1999. The recent investigation focused on a property in River...

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19-Year-Old Arrested for Threatening U.S. Representative Nancy Mace

May 16, 2025

News Summary In Greenville County, a 19-year-old named Samuel Theodore Cain was arrested for allegedly threatening U.S. Representative Nancy Mace on social media, claiming he would assassinate her. This led...

Scene of a police standoff at an apartment complex in Greenville

Suspect Apprehended After Standoff in Greenville

May 15, 2025

News Summary The Greenville Police Department successfully apprehended Markise Sullivan after a standoff at Stratham Place Apartments. Sullivan barricaded himself while officers attempted to serve a domestic violence warrant. Following...

Law enforcement at an apartment complex during a standoff situation.

Standoff in Greenville Leads to Domestic Violence Arrest

May 15, 2025

News Summary Markise Sullivan was arrested after a two-hour standoff at Stratham Place Apartments in Greenville while trying to serve a domestic violence warrant. Authorities ensured the situation resolved peacefully,...

POLITICS

Columbia Shooting Investigation

Shooter Remains at Large Following Fatal Columbia Shooting

May 19, 2025

News Summary A shooting in Columbia, South Carolina, has left one dead and three injured. The incident took place on Booker Street, prompting immediate police response and a call for...

Firing Squad Execution Area

Execution by Firing Squad Sparks Controversy in South Carolina

May 19, 2025

News Summary The execution of Mikal Mahdi by firing squad in South Carolina has reignited debates about capital punishment methods. Following his conviction for heinous crimes, Mahdi’s execution raises concerns...

Scene of an officer-involved shooting in Greenville with police presence and crime scene tape.

Officer-Involved Shooting Leaves Suspect Hospitalized in Greenville

May 19, 2025

News Summary An officer-involved shooting occurred in Greenville, S.C., leaving a suspect hospitalized after police responded to a suspicious individual. The incident began when officers found the man hiding and...

Scene outside a courthouse with law enforcement and media present

Transgender Woman Arrested for Threatening Congresswoman

May 17, 2025

News Summary Roxie Wolfe, a 19-year-old transgender woman, has been arrested in Greenville, South Carolina, for threatening the life of U.S. Representative Nancy Mace. Following a controversial exchange regarding transgender...

Courtroom with a judge’s gavel and law enforcement in the backdrop

Threat Against Representative Nancy Mace Raises Safety Concerns

May 17, 2025

News Summary Representative Nancy Mace attended a bond hearing for 19-year-old Samuel Theodore Cain, who was arrested for threatening her life on social media. The incident, prompting serious concerns about...

Abstract art representing political tension around transgender rights

Transgender Woman Arrested for Threatening Lawmaker

May 17, 2025

News Summary Roxie Wolfe, a 19-year-old transgender woman, was arrested for threatening U.S. Representative Nancy Mace. The threat was posted on social media, leading to Wolfe’s detention and potential prison...

Abstract representation of freedom of speech and digital communication risks.

19-Year-Old Arrested for Threatening U.S. Representative Nancy Mace

May 16, 2025

News Summary In Greenville County, a 19-year-old named Samuel Theodore Cain was arrested for allegedly threatening U.S. Representative Nancy Mace on social media, claiming he would assassinate her. This led...

Abstract representation of political tension with courtroom symbols.

19-Year-Old Arrested for Threatening Republican Representative Nancy Mace

May 16, 2025

News Summary In Greenville, South Carolina, Samuel Theodore Cain, 19, was arrested for threatening to assassinate Republican Representative Nancy Mace. The threats were made public after Cain posted on social...

South Carolina Senate Meeting

South Carolina Senate Votes to Remove Treasurer Loftis

May 14, 2025

News Summary The South Carolina Senate has voted 33-8 to remove Treasurer Curtis Loftis from office following a significant $1.8 billion accounting error. The resolution now moves to the House...

SPORTS

Wrestling match in progress at WWE Main Event

WWE Main Event Delivers Thrilling Matchups in Glendale

May 21, 2025

News Summary WWE Main Event held in Glendale, Arizona showcased an action-packed evening for fans. Ivy Nile triumphed over Maxxine Dupri, while The War Raiders secured a shot at the...

Women's qualifying match during WWE Raw featuring intense competition

WWE Raw Features Women’s Money In The Bank Qualifiers

May 20, 2025

News Summary WWE Raw is set to deliver thrilling wrestling action with two significant women’s Money In The Bank qualifying matches, including the much-anticipated return of Kairi Sane. Sane will...

Wrestling match at WWE Raw event in Greenville

WWE Raw Returns to Greenville with Thrilling Matches

May 20, 2025

News Summary WWE Raw makes a comeback on May 19, hosting a series of matches leading up to WWE Money In The Bank 2025. Fans can look forward to exciting...

Families enjoying various events in Greenville SC during May celebrations.

May Celebrations and Events in Upstate South Carolina

May 17, 2025

News Summary Upstate South Carolina is set for a month filled with community celebrations and family-friendly events. Highlights include the TCMU-Spartanburg’s 7th birthday celebration, the Greenville Greek Festival, Artisphere 2025,...

Ninety Six High School girls soccer team in a playoff match

High School Soccer Playoff Matchup in Ninety Six

May 13, 2025

News Summary Ninety Six, South Carolina will host a crucial high school girls soccer playoff game between Greenville Tech Charter High School and Ninety Six High School. Scheduled for May...

Dawn Staley Statue Unveiling Ceremony

Dawn Staley Signs Record-Setting Contract Extension

May 12, 2025

News Summary Dawn Staley, head coach of the South Carolina Gamecocks women’s basketball team, has signed a record contract extension that makes her the highest-paid coach in women’s basketball history....

Dawn Staley Statue Unveiling

Dawn Staley Signs Historic Contract Extension with USC

May 9, 2025

News Summary Dawn Staley has signed a groundbreaking contract extension with the University of South Carolina, making her the highest-paid coach in women’s basketball history. The contract ensures her position...

Dawn Staley Celebrating a Championship

Dawn Staley Signs Historic Contract Extension

May 8, 2025

News Summary Dawn Staley, head coach of the University of South Carolina women’s basketball team, has secured a groundbreaking contract extension through the 2029-30 season, making her the highest-paid coach...

Greenville High School basketball players playing on the court

Yerrick Stoneman Appointed Head Basketball Coach at Greenville High School

May 8, 2025

News Summary Greenville High School announces Yerrick Stoneman as the new head basketball coach, following Mike Anderson’s retirement. Stoneman is expected to lead the team to new heights, coming from...

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