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History
How Rev. Jesse Jackson’s activism began with integrating Greenville’s library
The Civil Rights Icon, who died on Tuesday, Feb. 17, is one of the most prominent Greenvillians in US history.
February 17, 2026 02:56 PM
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Danielle Johnson

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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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History
Why Greenville’s drinking water is some of the best in the US
From winning awards to protecting wildlife, you may not know these facts about Greenville’s drinking water.
July 26, 2024
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Danielle Johnson
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Culture
Local libations: A round of Greenville-centric craft beers
A turn of phrase here, a recognizable Greenville nod there — these craft beers found around our city take local pride seriously.
July 19, 2024
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Monica Garske
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Culture
Greenville’s 1999 time capsule
What was Greenville like at the turn of the millennium? We took a look back at the final year of the 20th century to see what life was like pre-Y2K.
July 17, 2024
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Michael Beausoleil
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History
A new history series explores Greenville’s past
Hosted by the Greenville County Historical Society, the 2024-2025 Lecture Series will help Greenvillians learn more about our city by looking at its past.
June 13, 2024
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Danielle Johnson
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City
A look at the past and future of Union Bleachery in Greenville, SC
Redevelopment and cleanup efforts are progressing for the Union Bleachery.
March 14, 2024
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Kyle Steadings
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History
The haunted history of the Greenville Tuberculosis Hospital
From strange sounds to seeing shadows, let’s take a look at some of the reports of supernatural occurrences at the Greenville Tuberculosis Hospital.
October 27, 2023
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The South Carolina State Museum is turning 35 (but its story is much older)
From mill to museum, we’re exploring the history of how SCSM came to be — and how South Carolinians can celebrate its big anniversary.
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City
A look at Greenville County’s Historical Society
The Historical Society is your one stop shop for all things Greenville history. From photos and maps to gifts, you can learn all about your favorite city.
September 1, 2023
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Kendall
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Culture
19 historic street names in Greenville
Greenville, SC has 200+ years of history. In this guide, we’re diving into historic street names in Greenville.
April 24, 2023
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City
Your guide to parking in Downtown Greenville
Here’s what it costs to park in Greenville, SC.
February 4, 2026
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Danielle Johnson
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City
Top Clicks: Here’s what you loved the most in GVLtoday last month
February 3, 2026
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Food
Event Spotlight: The inside scoop on Ice Cream for Breakfast Day in Greenville, SC
The sweet informal holiday has been celebrated for 55+ years.
February 3, 2026
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Danielle Johnson
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Food
Mystery art was found in the walls during Stone Cottage’s demolition
This summer, Stone Cottage will open on Main Street with Reedy River Falls views, but we want your help tracking down a mystery artist.
February 2, 2026
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Danielle Johnson
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Weather
Snapshot: Your photos from the January 2026 snow day in Greenville, SC
As snow fell Friday, Jan. 30 and stayed through the weekend, you shared your snow day photos with us.
February 1, 2026
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Danielle Johnson
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Work
All you need to know about Greenville-Spartanburg International Airport
To help make your entire process at the Greenville-Spartanburg International Airport as smooth as possible, we’ve created a guide that covers everything from parking to details on the airport’s nonstop flights.
January 30, 2026
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STAFF
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Fantastic Scholastic: Celebrating stellar students and educators in Greenville County
Nominate a student, educator, or school staff member that we should highlight as our Fantastic Scholastic.
January 30, 2026
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Danielle Johnson
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Food
The trailer and premiere date for Bravo’s “Top Chef” in Greenville, SC is finally here
Bravo’s ‘Top Chef’ is bringing its kitchen showdown to the Carolinas, with Season 23 filming in Charlotte and spotlighting Greenville’s rising food scene in several episodes.
January 29, 2026
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Danielle Johnson
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Airports and Transportation
Here’s when the Church Street Bridge will completely shut down
SCDOT’s rehabilitation on the Church Street Bridge began in spring 2025 and just hit the halfway point in early 2026.
January 28, 2026
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Danielle Johnson
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Weather
Snapshot: Your photos from the January 2026 ice storm in Greenville, SC
Leave it to Greenvillians to find the fun, even when it’s not quite a “snow day.”
January 25, 2026