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Culture
How a new garden will honor a local Revolutionary War hero
History, horticulture, and a hint of espionage — Travelers Rest is planting the seeds for an immersive new garden honoring Revolutionary War heroine Dicey Langston, with a fundraising dinner set to help bring the vision to life.
April 13, 2026 03:38 PM
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Danielle Johnson

“Top-down view of a person wearing a blue and white striped dress holding a basket full of freshly picked peaches while standing on green grass.”
Culture
Try these recipes with your fresh SC peaches
Save, share, and savor these local peach recipes all season long.
July 15, 2025
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Danielle Johnson
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City
There’s a new destination coming to the Swamp Rabbit Trail
The $14 million development will bring food, drinks, shopping, and events along the trail near Travelers Rest.
July 10, 2025
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Danielle Johnson
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Culture
Remembering Freedom Weekend Aloft
The iconic hot air balloon festival attracted hundreds of thousands of spectators over the years for an Independence Day Celebration.
July 2, 2025
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Danielle Johnson
Dreaming of the days when we can see the Furman University Bell Tower again  | Photo by @james_simpson_photography
Culture
Thrive in the second half of 2025 in Greenville
It’s halftime, folks. What will the next six months look like for you?
July 1, 2025
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Patrick Sidwell
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Food
Editor’s pick: Where to find cool and refreshing snacks around Greenville
It may feel like 105 outside, but we’re rounding up the best cool and refreshing snacks around Greenville.
June 24, 2025
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Danielle Johnson
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Travel and Outdoors
Where to watch fireworks and celebrate the Fourth of July
Check out these must-do Fourth of July events taking place in and around Greenville, SC.
June 21, 2025
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Danielle Johnson
A GIF showing attendees and artworks at the FOUP event.
Sponsored
Meet the winners of Greenville’s speediest art competition
Plus, where to find gallery-worthy works in surprising places.
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Sponsored
Hit the trail for a good cause
Join the SC7 expedition team on an adventure showcasing the best of Greenville’s natural beauty.
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Fen de Villiers working on a sculpture in a studio.
Sponsored
Casting a legacy: “The Sower” plants roots at Biltmore Walk
A one-of-a-kind bronze sculpture symbolizing legacy, refinement, and optimism will soon be erected in the Upstate’s newest luxury townhome community.
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A group of people in a crowd holding hands and watching an unpictured stage performance.
Culture
Honor Juneteenth in Greenville at these events
From soul food to a painting class, check out these local Juneteenth events.
June 11, 2025
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Sarah Leonhardt
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Small Business
Local love: GVLtoday’s growing guide to reader-recommended small businesses
Help us create a growing guide to small businesses by submitting your favorite local makers, restaurants, and professionals, and sharing this page with a friend.
January 15, 2026
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Danielle Johnson
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Real Estate
The Paris Mountain estate that caught the attention of Zillow Gone Wild
“WHEN I think about Greenville, South Carolina architecture this is exactly what comes to mind,” the post said.
January 14, 2026
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Danielle Johnson
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Nonprofits
Editor’s Pick: Meals on Wheels’ new facility will triple its impact
The new Meals on Wheels building features a 15,000-sqft kitchen with 5,000 sqft of storage for food.
January 13, 2026
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Danielle Johnson
This photo shows a cozy and modern café interior. A hand in the foreground is holding an iced coffee in a clear plastic cup with a lid and straw. The background features a seating area with white chairs, soft-toned furniture, and large windows letting in natural light. The décor includes potted plants, a patterned rug, a glass-top coffee table, and wall art. Outside, it appears to be a rainy day, adding to the cozy ambiance.
Food
A new Coffee Crawl is taking over Greenville for the month of February
The event, which also took place in cities like Charlotte, Raleigh, and Nashville in January, urges participants to explore new coffee shops in their city.
January 12, 2026
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Danielle Johnson
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City
How Court Street could become a pedestrian-only area
If the city moves forward, the plan would close part of East Court Street to cars and expand market and event space.
January 12, 2026
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Danielle Johnson
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Travel and Outdoors
How to get free trees to replace those stinky Bradford Pears
For every Bradford Pear you remove from your property, Clemson and the Forestry Commission will give you a free replacement, but only while supplies last.
January 7, 2026
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Danielle Johnson
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City
Sneak peek: Step inside the Peace Center’s new music venues
January 7, 2026
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Danielle Johnson
A modern library equipped with sleek self-checkout kiosks designed to make borrowing books quick and convenient. Four black-and-white self-service stations are lined up in a row, each featuring a touchscreen interface and a card payment slot. Beneath the screens, transparent shelves with LED lighting provide space for scanning and processing books. The bright and open library space in the background is organized with bookshelves labeled by category, creating an inviting atmosphere for readers. A nearby sign advertises a local book club meeting, adding a community-focused touch. Large windows let in ample natural light, enhancing the clean and contemporary aesthetic. The setup reflects a seamless blend of technology and traditional library services, catering to the needs of modern patrons.
Small Business
Meet your 2026 reading goal with the help of these local Greenville spots
You can just load your TBR (to be read) list, but these challenges and pop-up shops keep it interesting.
January 2, 2026
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Danielle Johnson
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Travel and Outdoors
Paris Mountain State Park is working to rebuild its Music in the Woods stage
The Music in the Woods stage was damaged by Helene in fall 2024, and now the park and its supporters are working to rebuild.
January 2, 2026
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Danielle Johnson
A table set at a restaurant.
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.
January 2, 2026
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Danielle Johnson