Greenville County passes cell tower ordinance, regulations: County Council notes
The final measure included amended language to avoid conflicts with state and federal law.
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Flock cameras: Upstate concerns growing over surveillance abuses
Public opposition to Flock cameras seems to be increasing and has prompted two local governments to take action.
Greer administrator explains Flock camera moratorium, review: City Council notes
The review will, among other things, evaluate the city's policies, procedures and training around the use of Flock cameras.
Musgrove Mill State Historic Site reopens with new interactive displays
The new digital displays offer first-person perspectives on the Battle of Musgrove Mill and the Revolutionary War era.
Greenville County advances cell tower restrictions: County Council notes
Among other things, the proposed ordinance would establish buffers between new towers and residential and school properties.
Greenville County Public Works achieves national accreditation
The department was also singled out for four model practices whose standards would be worthy of emulation by other public works agencies nationwide.
Greenville County edges closer to short term rental ordinance
The committee has been working with county staff in researching how other counties regulate STRs as well as gathering input from owners and hosting services.
Explainer: How to build a subdivision in Greenville County
Explore the Greenville County subdivision process, from preliminary plans and technical reviews to Planning Commission approval and construction.
Greenville Health Authority awards $119K in grants to local nonprofits
GHA's Healthy Greenville, Too initiative provides micro grants to local organizations that are not traditional health care providers.
Greer updates electronic sign section of development ordinance: City Council notes
The updated language reflects changes in electronic display and message board technology.
Travelers Rest sends penny tax measure to voters
If approved by voters, the penny tax would fund 29 capital projects and provide about $4 million in property tax relief.
Mary Black Foundation awards $6M to Spartanburg mental health initiative
Representatives for more than 40 organizations worked together over 18 months to create a plan for addressing mental and behavioral health needs throughout Spartanburg.
Clemson automotive engineering students solve a solar-powered commute
The Deep Orange 17 prototype was designed to generate more energy than it consumes during a typical drive.
New trail opens in Mountain Bridge Wilderness Area near Gap Creek
The trail will eventually become part of the Gap Creek Passage of the Palmetto Trail, which crosses the state from the mountains to the sea.
Greenville planners green light 135-acre Woodruff Road annexation
With the planning commission's approval, the measure now heads to Greenville City Council to consider at its Aug. 24 meeting.