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Sweet 16: South Carolina's first Whataburger opens doors, 'we're very excited to be here'
Dozens of cars lined up in Boiling Springs Monday morning for the grand opening of South Carolina’s first Whataburger. Located at 3647 Boiling Springs Road, the new location of the Texas-based hamburger chain is offering only drive-thru service in July while staff members continue to train. ...
SLED investigating officer involved shooting in Pickens County
PICKENS COUNTY, S.C. (WSAV) – Agents from the South Carolina Law Enforcement Division (SLED) are investigating an officer involved shooting in Pickens County on Saturday. According to authorities, the Easley Police Department (EPS) received 911 calls for a domestic dispute and when officers responded to the residence a male subject refused to come outside. SLED […]
6 Southern Hotels Where You'll Be Welcomed With A Signature Cocktail
One of the unspoken rules of Southern etiquette is that when you're the host, it's important to always offer refreshments. So when I know that guests are coming over, I mix up a pitcher of sweet tea and have a few bottles of beer or some wine chilling. This way, I can greet my guests at the door with a beverage or ask them to help themselves. With one small gesture and in a matter of 30 seconds, the visitors know that they can make themselves at home. Plus, they can chill out after what might have been a long or challenging commute.
New nonprofit, Roman’s World, launches to help families affected by autism
Musician and author Jonathan “Mookie” Morant has recently stepped into a new role: nonprofit founder. Inspired by his young son, this summer Morant started up his new nonprofit foundation, “Rōman’s World,” which aims to directly assist families with children on the autism spectrum. Morant’s son, Rōman, a 6-year-old is autistic and non-verbal.
When to see the July 2024 full Buck Moon
GREENVILLE, S.C. (FOX Carolina) -The full moon of July, called the Buck Moon, will rise on Sunday, July 21. July’s 2024 full Buck Moon will rise on Sunday, July 21 and is expected to reach peak at 6:17 a.m. Eastern Time. The moon will be below horizon at time...
Greenville deputies charge mother, step-grandfather after child dies from gunshot wound
The Greenville County Sheriff’s Office has charged two individuals after a two-year-old died from a gunshot wound. According to an email from Lt. Ryan Flood with the Greenville County Sheriff’s Office, Deylakotia Simon Burgess, 32, and Willie Tyron Burgess Jr., 50, both of Simpsonville, were charged with unlawfully placing a child at risk. ...
Clan McTryon represented at Grandfather Mountain Highland Games
A group of Tryonites recently gathered at the 2024 Scottish Highland Games at Grandfather Mountain and formed Clan McTryon. They proudly carried their banner and marched in the official Campers’ Parade on the opening day of the Games on July 11. The McTryon Clan was represented by Bill and Becky McCall, Mark and Carol McCall, […] The post Clan McTryon represented at Grandfather Mountain Highland Games appeared first on The Tryon Daily Bulletin.
Pitt County finalizing security agreement for commissioners, planning meetings
Pitt County officials are finalizing efforts to provide security at commissioners and planning board meetings following an announcement by the sheriff that deputies would not work the meetings. Discussions with a private security firm come nearly a month after the in-house counsel for the Pitt County Sheriff’s Office notified Clerk to the Board of Commissioners Kimberly Hines that deputies would no longer be available to provide security for the two boards after July 1. ...
Heat wave continues, cooling stations open in Spartanburg County. What about Greenville?
According to the National Weather Service, which is based in Greenville-Spartanburg, the heat wave in the Upstate will continue for the next two days. Temperatures will stay hot Wednesday through Thursday, with highs in the 90s. Today, highs will reach 92 by 2 p.m.; no relief is in sight until temperatures drop to 79 degrees at 9 p.m. Scattered thunderstorms are in the forecast for this afternoon.
Hagood Mill to host Banjo Extravaganza on Saturday
PICKENS — The Hagood Mill will look to bring together music lovers from around the area on Saturday, July 20th for a Banjo Extravaganza. This educational event will trace the long history of the banjo from its earliest beginnings as a gourd instrument in Africa to today’s modern-day cousin, which is well recognized. Eventgoers can expect to enjoy.
Mill to explore the origins of the banjo
PICKENS — For those interested in the origins of the banjo, look no further than the Hagood Mill on July 19 and enjoy banjo tunes and traditional sounds of West Africa as we present Kora player, Diali Cissokho. Born in Mbour, Senegal, Diali Cissokho hails from a long line...
Legends dominate Honeycrisps in rain shortened win
The Lenoir legends dominated the Hendersonville Honeycrisps Tuesday night in a rain shortened six inning game. The Legends scored 14 runs on 10 hits to beat the Honeycrisps 14-0. Lenoir started the scoring early, with a four run first inning that included an RBI double from Trey Spees, a two-RBI...
Pickens speakeasy holds grand opening
PICKENS — After a soft launch, The Downlow is licensed to serve. On Friday night, owner, Tiffany Orcena cut the ribbon on Pickens only speakeasy vibe bar. The Downlow serves local wine, beer and moonshine along with small bites and is located at 205 E. Main Street. Pickens. The...
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