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Here’s a look back at our #TopNine Instagram posts of 2025 — the stories, features and news you engaged with the most.
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December 23, 2025 at 5:43 PM
Here’s a look back at our #TopNine Instagram posts of 2025 — the stories, features and news you engaged with the most.
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See you in 2026.
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See you in 2026.
Travelers Rest City Council initially approved requesting grants for solar lights along the Swamp Rabbit Trail and Poinsett Highway.
Grants sought for Poinsett Highway, Swamp Rabbit Trail lighting: Travelers Rest City Council notes
City Council initially approved requesting grants for solar lights along the Swamp Rabbit Trail and Poinsett Highway.
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December 22, 2025 at 3:21 PM
Travelers Rest City Council initially approved requesting grants for solar lights along the Swamp Rabbit Trail and Poinsett Highway.
The city of Greenville presented plans for a road diet along Townes Street during its project preview meeting on Dec. 16.
Road diet planned for Townes Street in downtown Greenville
The city of Greenville presented plans for a road diet along Townes Street during its project preview meeting on Dec. 16.
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December 17, 2025 at 4:41 PM
The city of Greenville presented plans for a road diet along Townes Street during its project preview meeting on Dec. 16.
December’s adoptable pet of the month is Scotcheroo. Scotch is a special girl with an endearing underbite and big, loving eyes. She loves and requires the company of other dogs, and also does well with cats.
December’s adoptable pet: Scotcheroo
December’s adoptable pet of the month is Scotcheroo. Scotch is a special girl with an endearing underbite and big, loving eyes.
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December 17, 2025 at 2:32 PM
December’s adoptable pet of the month is Scotcheroo. Scotch is a special girl with an endearing underbite and big, loving eyes. She loves and requires the company of other dogs, and also does well with cats.
The Spartanburg County measles outbreak continues to grow with nine new cases and one additional school exposure confirmed, the state Department of Public Health announced Dec. 16. #sctweets #measles
9 new measles cases in Spartanburg County, bringing outbreak total to 135
Five of the new cases are tied to the Way of Truth Church in Inman, and an additional school exposure was reported in Duncan.
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December 16, 2025 at 6:02 PM
The Board saw fit to approve two special exception permits: one to operate a drive-thru and another for late night operation.
Special exceptions approved for bank, bar: Greenville Board of Zoning Appeals
The Board saw fit to approve two special exception permits: one to operate a drive-thru and another for late night operation.
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December 15, 2025 at 4:01 PM
The Board saw fit to approve two special exception permits: one to operate a drive-thru and another for late night operation.
The Greenville Symphony Orchestra had a rehearsal for Holiday at Peace program on Dec. 11. The show was Dec. 12-14 at the Peace Center in downtown Greenville.
Photos: Greenville Symphony Orchestra Holiday at Peace rehearsal
The Greenville Symphony Orchestra had a rehearsal for Holiday at Peace program on Dec. 11. The show was Dec. 12-14 at the Peace Center in downtown Greenville.
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December 15, 2025 at 4:00 PM
The Greenville Symphony Orchestra had a rehearsal for Holiday at Peace program on Dec. 11. The show was Dec. 12-14 at the Peace Center in downtown Greenville.
Greenville Tech celebrates ‘topping out’ of welding, automation center bit.ly/4a7HxfL
December 11, 2025 at 8:57 PM
Greenville Tech celebrates ‘topping out’ of welding, automation center bit.ly/4a7HxfL
Duke Energy Foundation recently awarded microgrants to three Upstate nonprofit organizations helping low-income households participate in energy efficiency initiatives.
Duke Energy Foundation awards $45K in microgrants to Upstate nonprofits
Duke Energy Foundation awarded microgrants to three Upstate nonprofits helping households participate in energy efficiency initatives.
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December 11, 2025 at 4:09 PM
Duke Energy Foundation recently awarded microgrants to three Upstate nonprofit organizations helping low-income households participate in energy efficiency initiatives.
The city of Greenville’s wheelsports park has entered the final stages of the design process.
The most recent conceptual designs for the park were presented during a public meeting held Dec. 9.
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Video provided by city of Greenville
The most recent conceptual designs for the park were presented during a public meeting held Dec. 9.
Read more bit.ly/44GNpJt
Video provided by city of Greenville
December 10, 2025 at 5:00 PM
The city of Greenville’s wheelsports park has entered the final stages of the design process.
The most recent conceptual designs for the park were presented during a public meeting held Dec. 9.
Read more bit.ly/44GNpJt
Video provided by city of Greenville
The most recent conceptual designs for the park were presented during a public meeting held Dec. 9.
Read more bit.ly/44GNpJt
Video provided by city of Greenville
Following an executive session, council authorized Simpsonville City Administrator Tee Coker to enter into contract negotiations with an unnamed company regarding the management of CCNB Amphitheatre at Heritage Park.
Simpsonville negotiating management contract for CCNB Amphitheatre: City Council notes
Following an executive session, council authorized City Administrator Tee Coker to enter into contract negotiations with an unnamed company regarding the management of CCNB Amphitheatre at Heritage Pa...
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December 10, 2025 at 4:14 PM
Following an executive session, council authorized Simpsonville City Administrator Tee Coker to enter into contract negotiations with an unnamed company regarding the management of CCNB Amphitheatre at Heritage Park.
James P. Clements, president of #Clemson University, announced Dec. 9 in a letter that he will retire from his position Dec. 31.
Clemson University President James P. Clements announces retirement
“Serving as president of Clemson University has been one of the greatest honors of my life,” said Clements in the letter.
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December 9, 2025 at 7:57 PM
James P. Clements, president of #Clemson University, announced Dec. 9 in a letter that he will retire from his position Dec. 31.
Greenville City Council swore in a new at-large city councilmember and three returning city officials on Monday night. Councilmember Tina Belge took over the at-large seat left by Russell Stall.
Greenville city officials sworn in, entertainment district overlay approved: City Council notes
Greenville City Council swore in a new at-large city council member and three returning city officials Dec. 8.
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December 9, 2025 at 3:41 PM
Greenville City Council swore in a new at-large city councilmember and three returning city officials on Monday night. Councilmember Tina Belge took over the at-large seat left by Russell Stall.
Greenville-based conservation nonprofit Upstate Forever announced Dec. 8 it had secured four new conservation easements and had a significant national land trust accreditation renewed.
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Read more bit.ly/48BYCvL
December 8, 2025 at 10:07 PM
Greenville-based conservation nonprofit Upstate Forever announced Dec. 8 it had secured four new conservation easements and had a significant national land trust accreditation renewed.
Read more bit.ly/48BYCvL
Read more bit.ly/48BYCvL
Eight new measles cases were reported by the South Carolina Department of Public Health on Dec. 5, bringing the total number of cases in the Upstate outbreak to 84.
Upstate measles outbreak rises to 84, with 281 in quarantine
Eight new measles cases were reported in the Upstate by the South Carolina Department of Public Health on Dec. 5.
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December 5, 2025 at 6:24 PM
Eight new measles cases were reported by the South Carolina Department of Public Health on Dec. 5, bringing the total number of cases in the Upstate outbreak to 84.
City staff presented public input in response to the GVL 2040 Comprehensive Plan ahead of its upcoming five-year update.
Public input reviewed ahead of GVL2040 Comprehensive Plan update: Greenville Planning Commission notes
Several annexations and rezonings went before the Commission with no comment. The GVL2040 Comprehensive Plan was discussed at length.
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December 5, 2025 at 5:01 PM
City staff presented public input in response to the GVL 2040 Comprehensive Plan ahead of its upcoming five-year update.
We are two days from Greenville's Poinsettia Christmas Parade. The parade is scheduled for a 6:30 p.m. start on Saturday.
Watch the 2024 parade and see our photo gallery bit.ly/3Y6ghqz.
Watch the 2024 parade and see our photo gallery bit.ly/3Y6ghqz.
December 4, 2025 at 7:38 PM
We are two days from Greenville's Poinsettia Christmas Parade. The parade is scheduled for a 6:30 p.m. start on Saturday.
Watch the 2024 parade and see our photo gallery bit.ly/3Y6ghqz.
Watch the 2024 parade and see our photo gallery bit.ly/3Y6ghqz.
TD Synnex Share the Magic celebrated its 15th anniversary by awarding a total of $1.13 million to four Upstate children’s charities.
TD Synnex Share the Magic gives $1.13M to four Upstate children’s charities
More than $34 million has been raised by the charitable fundraising initiative across North America over the past 15 years.
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December 4, 2025 at 5:51 PM
TD Synnex Share the Magic celebrated its 15th anniversary by awarding a total of $1.13 million to four Upstate children’s charities.
The South Carolina Department of Transportation has announced nighttime closures of the Interstate 26 ramps off Interstate 85 in Spartanburg County for pavement repairs.
SCDOT to conduct nighttime closure of I-26 ramps in Spartanburg County
The state Department of Transportation has announced nighttime closures of the Interstate 26 ramps off Interstate 85 in Spartanburg County.
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December 4, 2025 at 5:44 PM
The South Carolina Department of Transportation has announced nighttime closures of the Interstate 26 ramps off Interstate 85 in Spartanburg County for pavement repairs.
For many years, he shared his love of the Upstate’s wonders. How many value this place a little more because of Dennis Chastain?
From the editor: Remembering Dennis Chastain, who shared his love of nature with all
For many years, he shared his love of the Upstate’s wonders. How many value this place a little more because of Dennis Chastain?
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December 3, 2025 at 8:20 PM
For many years, he shared his love of the Upstate’s wonders. How many value this place a little more because of Dennis Chastain?
Today is #GivingTuesday
Share your favorite local #nonprofits in the comments and help spotlight the organizations making a difference in our community.
Share your favorite local #nonprofits in the comments and help spotlight the organizations making a difference in our community.
December 2, 2025 at 2:26 PM
Today is #GivingTuesday
Share your favorite local #nonprofits in the comments and help spotlight the organizations making a difference in our community.
Share your favorite local #nonprofits in the comments and help spotlight the organizations making a difference in our community.
Greenville Technical College recently rededicated its Caring Corner Food Pantry to the late Laurie Pufpaff. Pufpaff was a nursing instructor at the college who established the food pantry in 2014. She passed away in 2016.
Greenville Tech rededicates student food pantry to nursing instructor, founder
Greenville Technical College recently rededicated its Caring Corner Food Pantry to the late Laurie Pufpaff.
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December 1, 2025 at 9:57 PM
Greenville Technical College recently rededicated its Caring Corner Food Pantry to the late Laurie Pufpaff. Pufpaff was a nursing instructor at the college who established the food pantry in 2014. She passed away in 2016.
During his report to the council, Simpsonville City Administrator Tee Coker said pedestrian rectangular rapid flashing beacons are planned for East Curtis Street about halfway between Tollgate Road and Poinsettia Drive with emergency lights near entrance of the fire department.
Simpsonville updates plan for East Curtis Street pedestrian crossing: City Council notes
Simpsonville City Administrator Tee Coker said pedestrian rectangular rapid flashing beacons are planned for East Curtis Street.
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November 26, 2025 at 7:13 PM
During his report to the council, Simpsonville City Administrator Tee Coker said pedestrian rectangular rapid flashing beacons are planned for East Curtis Street about halfway between Tollgate Road and Poinsettia Drive with emergency lights near entrance of the fire department.
Three new measles cases have been confirmed in the Upstate outbreak and the public is being warned of a potential exposure at the Spartanburg County Treasurer’s office, the state Department of Public Health announced Nov. 25.
3 new Upstate measles cases confirmed, public exposure warning issued
Three new measles cases have been confirmed, along with a potential public exposure at the Spartanburg County Treasurer's Office.
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November 25, 2025 at 8:04 PM
Three new measles cases have been confirmed in the Upstate outbreak and the public is being warned of a potential exposure at the Spartanburg County Treasurer’s office, the state Department of Public Health announced Nov. 25.
We queried four local sommeliers: What wines would you pour at your #Thanksgiving table?
Thanksgiving wines: Upstate SC sommeliers pick pairings for your holiday meal
We queried four local sommeliers: What wines would you pour at your Thanksgiving table?
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November 25, 2025 at 3:34 PM
We queried four local sommeliers: What wines would you pour at your #Thanksgiving table?