Rhonda Rawlings broadcasts a wide vision of progress
Today, Rhonda Rawlings looks back too on how she got to where she is, musing on her work as she thinks about this particular month.
Black History Month
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Artist Cecily Witcher continues to spread her vibrant wings
Born in Greenville, Witcher spent most of her life in New York before returning to the Upstate a few years ago.
Affable, unflappable, Travelers Rest’s Harvey Choplin
Harvey Choplin continues packing a lot into his so-far 74 years, even after he technically retired in 2003.
Beyond the badge: ‘Something my kids can be proud of’ – GPD Officer Lonzo Sales’ calling goes beyond the badge
“Ninety-five percent of the job is being able to talk to people and build relationships — that’s my favorite part about it.” - Lonzo Sales
Woodland Cemetery project to give voices to those long gone
Clemson University researchers are working to tell the story of African Americans who were buried at Woodland Cemetery dating back to the early 1800s.
Standing on the shoulders of giants — Urban League’s Gail Wilson Awan
When she was a young girl, Gail Wilson Awan walked her dog to a Ku Klux Klan rally. It was the early 1970s, in Stone Mountain, Georgia, a landscape of…
‘Divine Nine’ fraternities and sororities continue to have powerful influence
The phrase "Divine Nine" was coined by author Lawrence Ross in his book, "The Divine Nine: the History of African-American Fraternities and Sororities in America."
Josh White – An unassuming legend
Is it possible to be an unassuming legend? If so, Greenville's own Josh White certainly fits the bill.
Clemson bringing big-name speakers and sponsors to diversity summits
Clemson University is hosting a Men of Color Summit and Women's Roundtable in hopes of boosting diversity and narrowing the achievement gap.
Though changing with the times, Nicholtown remains a tight-knit community
The neighborhood is unique in Greenville, both for its history and its character.
Greer photographer brings sickle cell disease into sharper focus
It takes only a few minutes to process a roll of black-and-white film in a darkroom. But a decade had to pass before Daydrielane Osorio could process the death of…
These Upstate landmarks and sites offer a chance to learn, reflect on Black history
Here are a few historic landmarks, places of interest and cultural sites worth checking out about how Black culture has shaped life in the Upstate.
Piedmont Athletic Association Hall of Fame helps keep legacy of Black high schools alive
Students who went to five all-Black high schools in Greenville County can keep in touch through the Palmetto Athletic Association Hall of Fame.
Phillis Wheatley wrote herself into the history books
Phillis Wheatley was the first Black author to publish a book of poetry in the United States.
Hiram Springle, Unity Sports Soccer Club build legacy of opportunity
Greenville's Unity Sports Soccer Club is rooted in a father's hopes for his son.