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Irmo Town Council Attends MASC Conference
Irmo Town Council and staff members recently participated in the Municipal Association of South Carolina (MASC) conference held in Greenville. This annual event is dedicated to training, networking, and recognizing community development projects. Council members Gabriel Penfield, Phyllis Coleman, Erik Sickenger, Dr. Barbara Waldman, and Mayor Bill Danielson were in...
North Carolina peaches abundant this season
Peak peach season in North Carolina is well underway, and many farms are expecting an extended season through October this year. “Due to the warmer winter, many farms didn’t get a freeze after peaches began budding this year,” said Agriculture Commissioner Steve Troxler. “That, combined with the sandy soil and good drainage where they grow […] The post North Carolina peaches abundant this season appeared first on The Coastland Times.
Roy and Kristin Cooper Have Both Served North Carolina for Many Years
Governor Roy Cooper has been a part of North Carolina's politics for three decades. He began serving the state as a member of North Carolina's House of Representatives, representing the 72nd district. After serving in that seat for four years, he then transitioned to a seat in the state's Senate for 10 years. From there, he has served as the Majority Leader for the state's Senate, as well as North Carolina's Attorney General.With a long career in politics, it's unsurprising that he managed to secure himself the seat as North Carolina's 75th governor, taking on the role directly after his...
Simpsonville rejects residential development density increase: City Council notes
Here’s a recap of the July 23 meeting of Simpsonville City Council. Failed: Change to Timber’s Edge development plans. Council rejected a change to the Timber’s Edge development. The applicants, DR Group and Grey Engineering, planned to remove the community’s rear load garages and road to increase the density from 42 homes to 49 units.
New business will move into former Bee Bee's restaurant in Greenville
GREENVILLE, S.C. — A new business is set to move into theformer Bee Bee's Drive Thru location on Laurens Road in Greenville. (Video above: Coverage of Bee Bee's closing) Bee Bee’s Drive Thru, a staple in the community for more than 30 years, closed on Jan. 31 due to the owner's health issues.
Furman picked to finish second in the Southern Conference
GREENVILLE, S.C. — Clay Hendrix recalls his time as a Furman assistant when the 1988 Southern Conference preseason poll placed the Paladins fourth. They ended up winning the national championship. But preseason polls do provide some fodder for media and fans and this year's So-Con preseason coaches poll has...
Chief: Runaway cow returned to owner after escaping capture from police
PICKENS, S.C. (FOX Carolina) - The Pickens Police Department said a runaway cow was recaptured after a lengthy pursuit Tuesday night into Wednesday morning. Chief Randall Beach said the Pickens County Sheriff’s Office initially got a call around midnight saying the cow was last seen on Doodle Trail before it went into the city around 1 a.m.
Drier Wednesday ahead of overnight storms
GREENVILLE, S.C. (FOX Carolina) - We get a brief break from the storms during the day Wednesday. But the storms return overnight and through the rest of the week. Wednesday brings a little bit of a break, at least through the daylight hours. We start off dry with just an isolated rain chance during the day. The storm chances ramp up during the evening hours and stay elevated overnight into the early hours of Thursday. With the lower rain chances, temperatures are able to soar once again into the upper 80s to around 90 in the Upstate. It’s still very humid so feels like temperatures are in the upper 90s.
Spoonbill Gallery to host ‘Wondrous Wild’ exhibit
“Wondrous Wild” will open Aug. 2 at Spoonbill Gallery in Greenville. The exhibit features works by mixed media artist Bess Whittington and will be at 1292 Pendleton St. through Aug. 31. Whittington uses a variety of processes including collagraph printmaking, woodworking, and sculpting to produce her pieces. Her collection...
Clemson Professor Patents Peach Varieties to Help Save Vital South Carolina Industry
The Clemson University Research Foundation (CURF) is a 501(c)(3) nonprofit founded in 1981. Its offices sit just off campus in a nondescript high-rise that overlooks downtown Clemson’s three-block run of shops and restaurants. It is little known, but its impact is significant. CURF’s mission is to advance the research...
Marietta wins Great Race’s Best Overnight Stop Award
MARIETTA — Marietta has won a 2024 Hemmings Motor News Great Race award after participating as one of the event’s overnight stops in June. Marietta has won the Best Overnight Stop award, David Haas, a co-chair of the Great Race Committee Marietta, announced on Tuesday afternoon in front of the Marietta Armory.
2024 Pigskin preview: Christ Church Cavaliers
GREENVILLE, S.C. — After winning back-to-back 1A state championships, the Christ Church Cavaliers are moving up to 3A this year. With a new classification, expectations remain the same under head coach Quin Hatfield. "There is no complacency, still hungry. 'Hey, can these guys compete in 3A? Can they move...
Concert delayed as storms impact Simpsonville area
SIMPSONVILLE, S.C. (FOX Carolina) - The CCNB Amphitheatre at Heritage Park announced that a concert scheduled for tonight was delayed as storms moved through the area. Officials said doors were supposed to open for the Creed Summer of ‘99 Tour at 5:30 p.m. At 7:35 p.m. the venue confirmed...
Event promises bowling bonanza as largest in Greenville, South Carolina, history, officials say
GREENVILLE, S.C. — Officials announced on Tuesday that Greenville will host a major sports event, calling it the biggest event ever held in the city and one of the largest in South Carolina. Officials with VisitGreenvilleSC and the Greenville Convention Center are hoping the U.S. Bowling Open Championship is...
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