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Danielle Johnson

Senior City Editor

Danielle is based in Greenville, SC and came to GVLtoday from the television news world, previously serving as the Executive Producer at WIS-TV in Columbia, SC. Whether she’s on the job or not, she loves checking out her city’s food + beverage scene and learning about local history.

Photo of a White Claw Concert at the Peace Pavilion in downtown Greenville, SC
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Give these Greenville live music venues a listen
We’ve made a concerted effort to orchestrate this roadmap, so you can focus on finding the artists you adore.
October 25, 2023
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Danielle Johnson
Volunteers loading the YMCA of Greenville donation van with food.
Sponsored
Try This: Volunteering with the YMCA of Greenville food program
Did you know? A $25 donation can provide a week’s worth of food for a local family.
Sponsored by
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City
“Brooks’ Playground,” a new and inclusive playground, is coming to Cleveland Park in 2024
A local Greenville family, and their daughter Brooks, identified a need for an inclusive playground and helped make it a reality.
October 24, 2023
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Danielle Johnson
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City
Here’s what Mauldin could name its pedestrian bridge
The City of Mauldin released a shortlist of options to name the pedestrian bridge built over I-385.
October 23, 2023
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Danielle Johnson
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Food
The Après Ski Lodge Bar & Lounge is now open at The Press Room for the holiday season
This pop-up concept will take over The Press Room at the AC Hotel Greenville from November to February + promises to transport you to a cozy lodge in the French Alps.
October 20, 2023
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Danielle Johnson
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Culture
25 acts for 25 years: Here are some of Bon Secours Wellness Arena’s most memorable shows
For a quarter of a century, Bon Secours Wellness Arena (previously known as the BI-LO Center) has brought big names to our city. We’re celebrating its milestone with 25 memorable acts spanning across genres.
October 19, 2023
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Danielle Johnson
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Culture
Curb Appeal: The best Halloween decorations in Greenville and beyond
We’re celebrating Halloween by shouting out the best decorations in Greenville, as submitted by you.
October 9, 2023
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Danielle Johnson
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City
Your guide to the 2023 Municipal Election in Greenville
Exercise your right to vote for city leadership + bookmark our guide to help you prepare to head to the polls for the Municipal Election in Greenville on Tuesday, Nov. 7.
October 9, 2023
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Danielle Johnson
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Food
See the menu for The 07 opening on Laurens Road
From the team behind The 05 and The one5, familiar favorites are on The 07’s menu, along with some new plates.
October 5, 2023
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Danielle Johnson
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Development
Meet Biltmore Park: A residential development proposed for the Haynie-Sirrine neighborhood
The 44 townhouses proposed for the Biltmore Park development — if approved — would check boxes from the City of Greenville’s 23-year-old master plan for the area.
October 5, 2023
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Danielle Johnson
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City
Papi’s Tacos opened a second location and already announced another expansion
The restaurant added a bar and expanded its menu, plus Papi’s Tacos is already looking ahead to more growth, more celebrations, and — of course — more tacos.
October 3, 2023
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Danielle Johnson
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Nonprofits
Mill Village Ministries breaks ground on its community hub
The Mill Village Ministries building in the Village of West Greenville will support the efforts of the organization’s four nonprofits.
October 3, 2023
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Danielle Johnson
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Museums in Greenville
Whether you’re a history buff, art aficionado, or sports fan, these 10+ museums in Greenville have it all.
September 19, 2023
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Katie Molck
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Real Estate
Hot homes: New Instagram account @homesofgvl is celebrating Greenville’s most unique properties
If you’re a fan of beautiful, historic, and unique homes around our city, you’ll want to give @homesofgvl — a new real estate account — a follow.
September 13, 2023
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Danielle Johnson
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Fall 2023 weather forecast for Greenville, SC
Prepare for fall weather in Greenville, SC with these seasonal temperature and precipitation outlooks.
September 11, 2023
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Danielle Johnson
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The City of Greenville broke ground on Mayberry Field at Unity Park
As the City of Greenville moves forward on Mayberry Field, the next phase of Unity Park, we’re looking back at the role baseball played on that land.
September 5, 2023
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Danielle Johnson
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Food
Comfort food with “culinary twists” is hitting the menu at The Bellwether Public House
Just in time for the start of the college football season, The Bellwether Public House unveiled a new menu filled with familiar pub favorites with unique twists.
August 30, 2023
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Danielle Johnson
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City
Here are the new food tenants coming to The Commons
The Commons will soon boast new food tenants with it’s expansion into a 30,000-sqft warehouse next door.
August 29, 2023
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Danielle Johnson
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Culture
Smiley’s Acoustic Cafe will reopen as a new concept in partnership with another West End venue
Smiley’s on the Roxx will offer the live music you know and love from Smiley’s Acoustic Cafe paired with the restaurant and bar features you know and love from On the Roxx.
August 28, 2023
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Danielle Johnson
A preview of the clubhouse at .408 Jackson.
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Try This: A day in the life of a .408 Jackson resident
From a home plate-shaped, resort-style, saltwater pool in the heart of Greenville’s West End to complimentary beer pours, .408 Jackson has thought of everything to make its apartments your ideal home.
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Culture
Explore work from local artists at Hotel Hartness
This boutique hotel features ~50 works of art from local and regional artists across different mediums, making Hotel Hartness an unexpected local gallery.
August 24, 2023
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Danielle Johnson
The sun rising over the coastline in Pawleys Island, SC.
Great Escapes: Our guide to Pawleys Island, SC
Pawleys Island, located between Myrtle Beach and Charleston, offers protected coastlines, immaculate gardens, historic homes, and — of course — some of the best seafood in SC.
August 23, 2023
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Danielle Johnson
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Food
Wine and dine around Greenville for Restaurant Week South Carolina
Get your calendars out and start booking your reservations at these Greenville-area eateries offering special dishes, menus, and deals for a limited time during Restaurant Week South Carolina.
August 22, 2023
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Danielle Johnson
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Entertainment
World Finance Moonlight Movies returns to Falls Park
Here are the titles playing in Falls Park almost every Thursday in September and October for Moonlight Movies.
August 18, 2023
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Kyle Steadings
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Food
A food truck park is coming to Simpsonville this fall
Scuffletown Food Truck Park will feature six food trucks, a locally-focused craft beer tap wall, and entertainment for the whole family.
August 16, 2023
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Danielle Johnson
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Culture
Celebrate makers at the 2023 Indie Craft Parade
On Friday, Sept. 15 + Saturday, Sept. 16, 115+ artisans from across the Southeastern region will come together in one place at Indie Craft Parade.
August 14, 2023
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Danielle Johnson
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Culture
Get your camera ready for three new Travelers Rest murals
The three designs from a local muralist feature landmarks, icons, and colors that are uniquely TR.
August 10, 2023
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Danielle Johnson
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Development
Pickleball complex “PKL Park” is coming soon near Unity Park
With state-of-the art features and professional-grade courts, this new concept will offer entertainment for the entire family.
August 8, 2023
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Danielle Johnson
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Development
Here’s what’s coming to the $1 billion County Square redevelopment
When finished, the 40-acre County Square redevelopment will feature shopping, dining, and entertainment, along with office and residential space.
August 8, 2023
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Danielle Johnson
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City
A “retro” Spinx is taking over the former The Cooks Station on Main Street
This “alternative format” Spinx convenience store is planned for the former The Cook’s Station location at 659 S. Main St. in downtown Greenville, SC.
August 4, 2023
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Danielle Johnson
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