History

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Food
We’re taking you inside the factory where Duke’s is made
Born in Greenville and still made in Mauldin, Duke’s Mayonnaise now ranks No. 2 in the US, proving its thick, tangy Southern recipe — and Greenville roots — are here to stay, even as its following and renown continue to grow.
October 30, 2025 01:00 AM
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Danielle Johnson

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Travel and Outdoors
“See lofty mountains don spring’s fresh green” as we take a spring road trip to Asheville 1950s style
Inspired by a 72-year-old ad in the Greenville News, we’re hitting the road to Asheville to see what’s changed and what’s the same.
April 17, 2025
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Danielle Johnson
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History
Welcome to Pleasantburg, SC
We’re taking a look at what could have been if GVLtoday launced in the 1700s when Greenville, SC was named Pleasantburg, SC.
March 31, 2025
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Jessalin Heins-Nagamoto
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History
How Herman Lay went from selling peanuts in Greenville to founding Lay’s Potato Chips
Herman Lay, a Greenville High School graduate, sold peanuts at the local ballpark and managed a team of local boys selling Pepsi and newspapers before he went on to found and lead the Lay’s corporation.
February 26, 2025
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Danielle Johnson
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History
Presidential visits in Greenville’s history
In honor of President’s Day, we’re rolling back the clock to revisit the times sitting presidents visited Greenville.
February 14, 2025
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Danielle Johnson
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History
The history of the Altamont Hotel
Before there was The Inn at Altamont, there was the Altamont Hotel.
February 10, 2025
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Danielle Johnson
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Culture
Unwrap these 3 gifts given to Greenville
These gifts given to Greenville are way better than a Jelly of the Month Club membership.
December 18, 2024
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Staff
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Culture
Which locations around Greenville deserve a historical marker?
Historical markers are physical signs, plaques, and statues that commemorate a significant place or event. Here’s where you said you’d like to see historical markers around Greenville.
December 11, 2024
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STAFF
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City
The Path to Progress is now open at Unity Park
Highlighting the history of the land where Unity Park sits today, The Path to Progress sits in the center of the park right along the Prisma Health Swamp Rabbit Trail.
November 1, 2024
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Danielle Johnson
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Culture
Museums in Greenville
Whether you’re a history buff, art aficionado, or sports fan, these 10+ museums in Greenville have it all.
October 18, 2024
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STAFF
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History
Preserve local history: Bring your memories to Taylors History Harvest
The Greenville Library is hosting Taylors History Harvest to preserve local history — bring your best historic photos, mementos, or memories.
August 19, 2024
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Hanna Williford
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Nonprofits
Locals’ List: Nonprofits to support on Giving Tuesday
We asked you to share local organizations, and we’re highlighting them all during this season of giving.
December 1, 2025
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Danielle Johnson
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Events
GVLtoday’s Plan Ahead: Don’t miss these events happening in Greenville
Bookmark this guide for a curated list of events taking place each month that we’re most looking forward to.
November 25, 2025
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Staff
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Small Business
Celebrating Small Business Saturday in Greenville
Greenville is made up of so many wonderful small businesses, here are a few our readers love in honor of Small Business Saturday.
November 25, 2025
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Kristen Templeton
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City
Tigers vs. Gamecocks: A Rivalry Week history
The Palmetto Bowl returns to Memorial Stadium this weekend.
November 22, 2025
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David Stringer
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City
Christ Church Episcopal School broke ground on its $56 million campus expansion
The school acquired 22 additional acres of land along Mauldin Road, bringing its campus from 72 to 94 acres.
November 18, 2025
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Danielle Johnson
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City
Quoted: Remembering community leader and advocate Mary Duckett
The community leader, affectionately called “The Mayor of Southernside” died Nov. 16 at the age of 85.
November 18, 2025
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Danielle Johnson
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Education
Try This: Become a Certified Tourism Ambassador with VisitGreenvilleSC
Whether you’re new to the area and want to become an expert, or you’re a longtime resident ready to certify your knowledge, the program is for anyone who loves Greenville.
November 18, 2025
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Danielle Johnson
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Food
Where to order Thanksgiving dinner to-go
These 10 spots are serving up your favorite Thanksgiving dishes so you don’t have to turn the oven on.
November 13, 2025
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Danielle Johnson
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Sponsored
From the field to the finish line: LIFE Scholarship alumni making an impact
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City
Here are the plans for a redevelopment of Conestee Mill
A long-awaited dam stabilization has unlocked plans for a mill-village-inspired redevelopment that would bring housing, commercial space, and new connectivity to Conestee Mill.
November 13, 2025
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Danielle Johnson