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Bridal platform Our Day created to streamline wedding vendors in the South
A new platform called Our Day connects engaged couples with wedding vendors in North Carolina and beyond through a streamlined request-for-service process.Why it matters: Wedding planning can be stressful. Our Day was designed to create a simpler process for couples to find vendors, compare prices and finalize other wedding-planning details.Background: Founder Bryn Khoury launched the platform in Charlotte last year after experiencing the same stress many future brides encounter trying to plan a wedding between work schedules."I created this for the busy working couple. Charlotte seemed like a perfect-sized city with busy working professionals, so it was a bit of...
New test for cancer-causing chemicals available to first responders in the Upstate
SPARTANBURG COUNTY, S.C. (WSPA) – A new tool that can detect the amount of cancer-causing chemicals in a person’s blood is available to first responders in the Upstate. First responders teamed up with the non-profit Diagnose Early to make at-home tests for chemicals available to firefighters across the region. President of the Professional Firefighters’ Association […]
Everything Cade Klubnik said after Tuesday’s Clemson practice
Clemson quarterback Cade Klubnik met with reporters following Tuesday’s practice, the first time he has addressed the media during fall camp. Klubnik is heading into his second season with offensive coordinator Garrett Riley at the helm. On Tuesday, he spoke to reporters on the learning curve he’s experienced, his rapport with receivers, the offensive line and more. “I think that we’ve just had a really good mindset, more than anything,” Klubnik said when asked about the difference he’s seen in the offense overall to this point in camp. “We were a really young team last year. It’s a team that’s just a...
Hippie Fest Headed to Downtown Lavonia Saturday
There’s a groovy happening coming up this weekend in downtown Lavonia that’s going to be a far-out event for the whole family. The Lavonia Downtown Development Authority is inviting you to take a trip – back to the days of peace, love, and bell bottoms at the annual Hippie Fest.
Clemson football wants 'Wide Receiver U' title back. Here's how Tigers aim to reclaim it
CLEMSON — It's been a while since Clemson football had a claim for "WRU" — Wide Receiver University. The Tigers flourished with talented wideouts under coach Dabo Swinney, stars like DeAndre Hopkins, Sammy Watkins, Mike Williams, Justyn Ross, Amari Rodgers and Tee Higgins — all of them with at least 1,000 receiving yards in a season. Yet Clemson has not had that production in the past three seasons, failing to make the College Football Playoff and falling out of...
Restaurant owned by 'The Walking Dead' star and director now open in downtown Greenville
Fans of the AMC Network series "The Walking Dead" can get a taste of the 11-season apocalypse-based show as Nic & Norman's—a southern-style restaurant—opened in the West End of Greenville's downtown at the start of August. The new concept is located at 1 Augusta St. and takes over the former site of Smoke on the Water. Remains of the old floor are incorporated into the wood-based bar and other parts of the current celebrity-backed restaurant. ...
Asheville fugitive's monitor 175-hour signal loss: Pretrial release coordinator resigns
ASHEVILLE - A week after the N.C. State Bureau of Investigation launched a probe into Buncombe County’s Pretrial release services, a fleeing fugitive's pre-trial release coordinator resigned Aug. 9. Records show there were more than 240 alerts from Houston’s ankle monitor over the past year during his release from jail. Amid Ryan Houston’s...
Museum Hosts Laser Light Shows with Music Legends
6:30 p.m. – Michael Jackson. 10:00 p.m. – Prince (Encore) In addition to the stunning visuals, attendees can indulge in food from the local food truck, Cheese & Thank You, and take advantage of a cash bar offering beer, wine, and non-alcoholic beverages. To learn more and purchase...
Surcheros Enters South Carolina with Multi-Unit Franchise Deal
Emerging Fresh-Mex Brand Accelerates Expansion into New Markets Across the Southeast. , a community favorite rooted in bold flavors with Southern hospitality, is excited to announce its expansion into South Carolina. The fast-casual favorite plans to open four new locations in the Columbia area over the next four years, with the first restaurant in Forest Acres set to open in November 2024. This news follows Surcheros’ recent announcement to enter Tennessee, marking the brand’s expansion into two new states. With these steady developments, Surcheros aims to broaden its footprint and strengthen its presence across the Southeast by capitalizing on key markets.
Fired Cop Caught Wearing Fake Police Gear, Makes Thirst Traps for “50-Yr-Old Divorced Moms”
A South Carolina police officer who is believed to have been fired from his position for donations out of folks and keeping the money for himself is going viral on TikTok.Not because there are any new developments in his purported charity stealing case but because of the bizarre videos he uploads to the popular social media platform.Several users, like @zebranate, have lampooned his clips online by reposting snippets of his live videos to their own social media accounts. If you've ever wanted to see Emry's clips yourself, it looks like he's holding lives on TikTok here.In Zebranate's video, they...
Joran Gerbet Named to 2024 ACC Preseason Coaches Watchlist; Clemson Tigers Tabbed as ACC Favorite
CLEMSON, S.C. — The ACC announced today that Clemson Tigers’ midfielder Joran Gerbet has been named to the 2024 ACC Preseason Watchlist. This recognition highlights Gerbet’s impact and potential as he enters his second season with the Tigers, following his impressive debut during the 2023 National Championship season.
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