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Grant funding allocation for parks causes controversy in Williamston
During the Williamston Town Council meeting last week, there was considerable discussion related to an earmark of $750,000 from the State budget which is to be used for improvements in Mineral Spring Park and Brookdale Park. Williamston Mayor Rockey Burgess thanked Representative Anne Thayer for helping secure the funding which...
Power restored to downtown Greenville after outage
GREENVILLE, S.C. — Update at 1:45 p.m.:. Some businesses and residents in Downtown Greenville are without power Thursday afternoon. The Duke Energy website said 327 customers are without power from East Stone Avenue to South Academy Street. The estimated time for power to be restored by 3 p.m. after...
Gamble paying off for innovative development in Greer
As a Swiss manufacturing company nears completion of its first U.S. facility, the unusual design of the larger facilities in Greer is paying off for the developer. Matica Group’s $2 million investment in the site will create 40 new jobs, according to an earlier report. Mixed-use developer Greenberg Gibbons...
Warrant: Person being evicted attacked defenseless victim with sword
GREENVILLE, S.C. (FOX Carolina) - The Greenville County Sheriff’s Office said a person is in custody after stabbing another woman, seriously injuring her on Thursday. According to the sheriff’s office, deputies were called to Regency Hill Drive around 11 a.m. and learned the suspect, 34-year-old Michelle Silva Perez, became upset at being evicted from the property and began causing a disturbance.
Greenville County Schools to offer free lunch at most schools this academic year
GREENVILLE, S.C. (FOX Carolina) - Greenville County Schools confirmed that the district will continue to offer free lunches at most schools during the upcoming school year. According to officials, the district provides the meals through the Community Eligibility Provision (CEP), a school meal funding option from USDA. They added that CEP status is determined by the percentage of students from households receiving public benefits.
North Carolina: Henderson County dedicates bridge to fallen officer
HENDERSON COUNTY, N.C. — Roughly four years after Deputy Ryan Hendrix died in the line of duty, Henderson County dedicated a bridge off of I-26 to honor his memory. Deputy Hendrix responded to an early morning car break-in call in 2020, where the suspect seemed to comply with officers before fatally shooting Hendrix in the face.
7 Must-Shop Farmers’ Markets
From ruby-red tomatoes and tender squash to sweet Southern melons and peaches, summer produce makes this one of the best seasons to visit your closest farmers’ market. Teeming with the freshest locally grown goods you can get your hands on, farmers’ markets allow you to meet the hardworking growers of your favorite fruits and vegetables, learn more about what you’re buying, and, of course, snag a sack full of Southern produce ready to devour.In Birmingham, Alabama, Saturday mornings are spent at The Market at Pepper Place, where regional vendors come fully stocked with treats like sweet Chilton County peaches that grow south of the city and fresh-baked Danish and sourdough loaves from the always bustling Hinkel’s Bakery tent. Don’t worry—the line is totally worth it (and moves quickly)! South Carolina’s Greenville Saturday Market is another on our must-attend list. From May to October, charming Main Street transforms into a sprawling two-block market with more than 70 vendors. It’s been taking place for more than 20 years now and only gets better each week.
Henderson County, Congressman Edwards host "Veterans Stand Down" event
HENDERSON COUNTY, N.C. (WLOS) — Henderson County teamed up with Congressman Chuck Edwards for an event to help veterans on Thursday, July 18. "Veterans Stand Down" was held at the Hedrick-Rhodes Veterans Center in Hendersonville. The event supports veterans, helping them find access to services and benefits. This ranges...
New live music experience coming to Fountain Inn, South Carolina
FOUNTAIN INN, S.C. — A new live music experience is coming to Fountain Inn, South Carolina. (Video above: Morning headlines from WYFF News 4) The city of Fountain Inn announced the grand opening of the new Commerce Park Stage will take place at 6 p.m. on July 26 at 200 Depot St.
Greenville-Spartanburg International Airport construction nears completion
GREENVILLE, S.C. (FOX Carolina) - The Greenville-Spartanburg International Airport (GSP) promising a significantly improved experience for travelers coming to and from the Upstate region. While some inconveniences have occurred due to ongoing construction, GSP officials emphasize that these efforts are not only beautifying the area but also expanding the airport...
Outdoor events in Upstate canceled due to possible storms
GREENVILLE, S.C. (FOX Carolina) - Officials in Greenville said Thursday’s Downtown Alive concert has been canceled. The cancellation was announced around 2:30 p.m. due to the threat of storms. The City of Greer also canceled Thursday night’s Moonlight Movie due to inclement weather and the ground being wet.
Judge denies motion to dismiss charges against men in Simpsonville women's hit-and-run
The case against two men charged in the deaths of two Simpsonville women will continue after a judge denied a motion to alter the charges. Max Gentilin, 25, and Seth Carlson, 33, both of Charleston were charged with two counts of leaving the scene of an accident causing death after Charleston Police said they hit and killed Lizzy Zito and Arianna Gamber, both 20.
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