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Martha Franks Retirement Community Welcomes Sprouse as New Executive Director
Martha Franks Retirement Community is pleased to announce the appointment of Laurens County native Robert Sprouse as its new Executive Director. Sprouse assumed his new role on August 1, 2024, and will oversee the community’s day-to-day operations, ensuring the continuation of the high-quality care and compassionate services that have been Martha Franks’ hallmark since its founding almost 40 years ago. He succeeded Pollyanna Franks, who had served the community for over 10 years.
Lee Central vs. Timberland | Highlights | Friday Night Rivals
(WCIV) — Lee Central High School took on Timberland High School Friday night. If you missed the game, check out the highlights below. For South Carolina prep scores from Friday, Aug. 23, click here. WATCH THE GAME OF THE WEEK | "Philip Simmons defeats Hanahan, 28-26 | Friday Night...
WVU Women's Soccer blanked at Clemson
The West Virginia University women’s soccer team suffered its first loss of the season with a 3-0 shutout at the hands of Clemson at Riggs Field in Clemson, South Carolina, on Friday night. The Mountaineers (2-1) fell behind early when the Tigers found the back of the net in...
A look at the 2024 fall schedule for USC Upstate Golf
USC Upstate Men's and Women's Golf returns to action as Head Coach Todd Lawton unveils the fall 2024 schedule for both programs. The fall season will conclude for both programs with the Fripp Island Preview, hosted by USC Upstate, from November 2-4. This marks the first year the tournament will expand from a one-day event to a three-day competition. Women's Golf, the Big South runner-up in April, will kick off their journey back to the top at Clemson in a 1-Day event on Monday, August 26th. They'll stay in state with a trek to Pawleys Island to play a familiar...
“Artists Teaching: Teaching Artists,” exhibitions highlight the work of artists and educators
The Department of Art Faculty Exhibition, “Artists Teaching: Teaching Artists,” showcases the artwork of Clemson University’s artist-educators, symbolically connecting faculty research and experiences that explore elements of place, media, technology, and visual language. The event in the Lee Gallery will feature a two-part exhibition from August 26 – October 3 and October 16 – December 5.
Furman students honed their skills with summer internships around the world
It was another busy summer for Furman University students who worked as interns. More than half of the 287 students who were awarded summer internship fellowships to receive funding and/or reduced on-campus housing rates stayed in Greenville, contributing to local businesses and organizations, like this Greenville Zoo intern. But more...
Football Capsules: Taking a Quick Look at Liberty High
Last season: 4-5 Returning starters: Sutton Koller, Sr., RB/DB; Dallas Miller, Sr., WR/DB; Owen Drapeaux, Sr., RB/LB; Caleb Burnett, Sr., LT/DT; Collin Decker, Sr., WR; Ethan Barber, Sr., DE/TE. Other returning letterwinners: Nathan Burnett, Sr., LB; Korbin Howard, Sr., DE; Mason Waterbury, Sr., LB/TE; Evan Colsch, Sr., DB/WR. Newcomers to...
Furman adds theatre studies major, digital ethics and medieval studies minors
As of this fall, Furman University has added minors in digital ethics and medieval and early modern studies, and a major in theatre studies. “We are excited to make these new areas of study available to our students,” said Beth Pontari, vice president for Academic Affairs and provost. “These are fields in which our students have shown increased interest, and where our faculty have expertise.”
Hang out with local heroes and the Greenville Drive
On Sunday, Sept. 8, the Greenville Drive will celebrate local heroes during First Responders Day . A game against the Winston-Salem Dash at 3 p.m. Heroes Alley on District 356, featuring Touch-A-Truck vehicles, inflatable games, face painting, and balloon artists before the game.
Martelli Adds Trio of Coaches, Director of Operations to Staff
CLEMSON, S.C. – First-year Head Rowing Coach Adrienne Martelli announced on August 23 the addition of Zoe Adamson, Alana Holt and Kelly Kraiss as assistant coaches and Sheila Rinozzi as the director of operations for her inaugural staff at Clemson. “We are very excited to welcome Kelly, Zoe, Alana...
2024 College Football Playoff Preview: Clemson Tigers and Top Contenders for the National Championship
With the 2024 college football season set to kick off this weekend, it’s the perfect time to look ahead at the College Football Playoff. Here are our predictions for the playoffs and where the Clemson Tigers stack up against the competition. 1. Georgia Bulldogs. Georgia has the most talented...
Furman Hosts Lander In Saturday Exhibition Match
GREENVILLE, S.C. – The Furman volleyball team plays its lone exhibition contest of the preseason on Saturday afternoon when it hosts the Lander Bearcats at 2 p.m. inside Alley Gymnasium. Admission to all Paladin home matches this season is free of charge with first-come, first-serve seating. Furman enters the...
Greenville native stars in biopic alongside Mary J. Blige, Camila Cabello
GREENVILLE, S.C. (FOX Carolina) - A Greenville native is shining bright on the big screen alongside some Hollywood stars. Jay Will stars as the titular character in Rob Peace, a biographical drama based on the true story of Yale University graduate Robert DeShaun Peace. He was an academically brilliant student who made it to the Ivy League while his father served prison time for a murder he may not have committed and his mother worked long hours to pay for his schooling.
Wofford basketball gets probation, former coach McAuley given 2-year penalty for overworking players
SPARTANBUG, S.C. — The NCAA has placed Wofford's men's basketball on probation for a year. The governing body found Wofford failed to monitor the program when former coach Jay McAuley regularly made players participate in team activities on days off. Wofford, McAuley and the NCAA reached a negotiated settlement that was released Friday. McAuley agreed to a two-year show-cause order. Should he return to college coaching while the order is in effect, the school would have to suspend him for 15 games. Wofford's president became aware of the violations in December 2022 when players sent a letter saying they would no longer play for McAuley.
Aunt of woman killed in 2014 MB shooting shares story at DNC: 'I'm not giving up'
CHICAGO (WPDE) — A woman from Easley spoke out about a shooting that happened in Myrtle Beach in 2014 during Thursday night’s Democratic National Convention (DNC). Melody McFadden joined others on stage talking about gun violence. She recounted the story of her 22-year-old niece, Sandy Patrice Geddis Barnwell, being shot in Myrtle Beach on May 14, 2014.
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