Rabid bat found near North Main Street in Greenville; 1 exposed
The bat is the fourth animal to test positive for rabies in Greenville County so far this year, according to DPH.
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Critter conundrum: Here’s what to do when nature and neighborhood can’t coexist
Most human encounters with wildlife don't require anything more than keeping a respectful distance, but sometimes expert help is required.
Greer OKs $685K for sports and events center furniture: City Council notes
The furniture package includes a variety of tables, chairs, bleachers and other fixtures needed to equip the Sports and Events Center.
Greenville County puts roads penny tax on the November ballot: County Council notes
The issue will now head to Greenville County voters as a referendum question in the upcoming Nov. 3 general election.
Bon Secours internal medicine residency expands, welcomes additional patients
The internal medicine residency program now has 24 resident physicians and is expected to reach its full enrollment of 36 next year.
Greer to spend up to $200K for stormwater system assessment: City Council notes
The main goal of the watershed study is to identify and fix issues with stormwater pipes within the Biblebrook watershed.
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.
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.