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Iron Horses, Bishops athletic programs peak near SC’s top
Dan Minkin will never forget his first year as athletic director at Philip Simmons High School. Minkin signed on in time for the 2019-20 academic year. That academic year will be remembered at PSHS as the year of the first graduating class in the school’s history. It will also be known as the year the COVID-19 pandemic shut down high school athletics around the country.
HVAC company Gemaire Distributors to open Greer showroom, warehouse
Gemaire Distributors, a residential and commercial HVAC systems seller that works with various brands, will open a 15,000-square-foot space in Greer, the city announced July 24. The facility in the Pelham Crossing business park off of state Highway 14 will feature a retail showroom for HVAC installers and offices, and...
5 new policies advance safety for University and its people
Five new policies in three categories were recently documented on the University Policies website. “The policy program is always available to answer questions and discuss how a policy might impact someone,” said Monique Everroad, director of policy initiatives in University Compliance & Ethics. “We believe in helping people do the right thing by making the information readily available and understandable. It’s as easy as contacting us first for a quick call.”
Clemson’s C.J. Spiller on induction into Ring of Honor, encouraging players to leave lasting impact
There haven't been many like C.J. Spiller. Both on and off the field, Spiller has been one of the more influential athletes in the history of Clemson's football program. A unanimous All-American in 2009, and a two-time All-ACC selection, Spiller had over 7,500 all-purpose yards during his Tigers career from 2006-2009 — the most in ACC history and third on the NCAA's list. He has the most career kickoff returns for touchdowns in college football history with seven. He was also an All-American on the track. In 2021, Spiller was inducted into the College Football Hall of Fame.
Whataburger sets opening date of Greenville location
GREENVILLE, S.C. — Whataburger has announced when the people of Greenville can get their hands on the popular food. Recently, Whataburger opened its first location in the state on July 15 in Boiling Springs. The new location will officially open on July 29 at 11 a.m. and can be...
Cow escapes Upstate playground after capture, remains on the run
PICKENS, S.C. — Police in Pickens, South Carolina, are trying to capture a runaway cow after it escaped an elementary school playground Wednesday morning. Police had captured the cow Tuesday night in the Pickens Elementary School playground after "a lengthy pursuit through the night." Pickens Police Chief Randal Beach...
Pizza Hut franchisee files for bankruptcy amid legal battle
Pizza Hut franchisee EYM Pizza has filed for Chapter 11 bankruptcy as it is in the middle of a legal feud with its creditors. The franchisee, which operates 140 Pizza Hut locations in states like Georgia, South Carolina, and Wisconsin, listed Pizza Hut and Manufactures Bank as its creditors, owing $2.2 million to the pizza […]
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...
SC first responders receive mental health check-ins from peers with new program
SPARTANBURG COUNTY, S.C. (WSPA) – A new program is giving first responders across the Palmetto State access to mental health services on demand. The new initiative is the South Carolina Peer Connect App. It connects first responders to trained team members and resources that can help them if they need support. The SC Peer Connect […]
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