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‘The Notebook’ actor with Coastal Carolina ties brings love story to Peace Center

When Connor Richardson graduated from Coastal Carolina University in 2024, he hoped to land a role in a major musical. He did — faster than many young actors could reasonably…

The emcee for the celebration was Belinda Speaks, a 2002 graduate of Serenity Place.

Serenity Place graduates embody transformation

The event promised a powerful experience, and the women of Serenity Place delivered.

Greenville Chautauqua brings revolutionaries and rebels to life

This year’s festival, June 12-23, celebrates the 250th anniversary of the Declaration of Independence with the theme of “Revolutionary Americans.”

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Greenville’s History: A retreat from the Lowcountry

Long before Greenville earned its reputation as an award-winning destination, it served as a summer refuge for wealthy Lowcountry families fleeing the heat and disease of coastal South Carolina.

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.

Greenville County advances $473M budget, penny sales tax referendum: Council Notes

Here's a recap of Greenville County Council's June 2 meeting.

Aaron Rodgers and Brian Baumgartner in 2018.

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2026 BMW Charity Pro-Am celebrity course rotation revealed

The celebrity participants will rotate playing at Thornblade Club in Greer and The Country Club of Spartanburg in Spartanburg over two days.

Greenville completes $2.1M sidewalk project along Mohawk Drive, Chick Springs Road

A ribbon-cutting ceremony for the sidewalk infrastructure project was held on June 2.

Greenville County Schools approves $981M budget with no tax increase

The approved budget, which will go into effect on July 1, does not include a tax increase.

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.

Clemson Paw Partners to build $5M facility in Central

Margaret Thompson, founder and president of Clemson Paw Partners, said the expansion aims to give families more options for veterinary care and create access to low-cost services.

Grammy-winning Greenville native Peabo Bryson dies at 75

In a statement June 1 from the city of Greenville, Mayor Knox White said the city holds Bryson close to its heart.

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.

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American Heart Association’s Upstate Heart Ball raises over $360K

The American Heart Association raised more than $360,000 during its 2026 Upstate Heart Ball campaign.

Veteran rockers Drivin’ N’ Cryin’, Cracker bring ’90s nostalgia to The Foundry

We’re in the grips of some serious ‘90s nostalgia right now as a country, so the upcoming tour stop featuring rockers Drivin’ N’ Cryin’ and Cracker at The Foundry in…