ReWa oyster recycling program plays important role in coastal conservation
Despite being more than 200 miles from the coast, ReWa's oyster recycling program contributes on average about 5% of the shells recycled in the state.
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Celebration of cancer survivors day scheduled for June 7 at Cancer Survivors Park
The event runs from 10 a.m. to 2 p.m. and will feature more than 25 local cancer support organizations, plus activities and refreshments.
GE Vernova Park opening marks new chapter for soccer, broader community
Years in the making, GE Vernova Park promises to be more than the home of soccer in the Upstate but a place of community and connection.
Greer advances $91.5M budget with no tax increase: City Council notes
Among the budget's provisions are funding for 22 new staff positions and a 2.8% cost-of-living increase for city employees.
Local, state conservation groups preserve Saluda River frontage in Piedmont
The conservation effort took two years to complete and involved the collaboration of local and state conservation groups.
$474M budget moves forward, penny road tax revisited: Greenville County Council notes
The proposed budget includes a 2.5% pay increase for all county employees with an additional 2.5% increase for public safety workers.
Greer approves funding for street preservation program: City Council notes
The pavement preservation treatments can extend the life of city streets by several years and cost significantly less than repaving.
John Humphries, former WYFF general manager, remembered as leader, mentor
In 2016, Humphries returned to Greenville to become WYFF’s president and general manager, a role he held until his retirement in December 2024.
Greenville County looks at donating land for recreation: County Council notes
The donation of a 3.7-acre parcel to the Piedmont Public Service District would aid the creation of recreation opportunities.
ReWa receives Department of Environmental Services Facility Excellence awards
The awards recognize operational excellence across a range of areas, and ReWa has received Facility Excellence awards consistently since 2007.
Greer approves $128K for City Hall interior renovations: City Council notes
The interior city hall renovations are aimed at creating more office space for the city's growing staff and are funded in the current budget.
SC health officials declare end to Upstate measles outbreak
Although the largest measles outbreak in the country in more than 35 years is over, DPH will continue to monitor for signs of new infections.
Council gets first look at $473.5M budget proposal: Greenville County Council notes
The administration's initial budget proposal totals $473.5 million and would include a 2.5% salary increase for all county employees.
Rabid dog confirmed in Anderson County, 4 people exposed
South Carolina typically sees about 150 rabies cases each year, and so far in 2026 DPH has confirmed 24 cases statewide.
Greer approves $322K in accommodations tax grants: City Council notes
Council approved accommodations tax grant funding for events, festivals and other activities that draw visitors to Greer.