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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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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
Three cans of beer that say "OG'VILLE" and feature images of downtown Greenville on the front.
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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Jordan
Image from The State Newspaper in 1988 depicting the South Carolina State Museum and a sign announcing its upcoming opening
Sponsored
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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STAFF
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Culture
Neighborhood Guide: Overbrook
December 13, 2022
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Kyle Steadings
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City
How Greenville’s record-breaking tourism affects you
VisitGreenvilleSC shared new tourism figures, including tax relief it brings residents in and around Greenville.
September 4, 2025
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Danielle Johnson
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How you can help preserve Greenville’s history
Here’s how you can turn your old photos and records into a piece of Greenville history.
August 29, 2025
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Danielle Johnson
The Greenville city seal. It's a black and white round wheel-looking object, with the words "City of Greenville, South Carolina, 1831" around the border. On the inside, a star representing people, mountains/trees, and a cog to represent industry line the circle to give the impression of unity within a wheel.
City
Why doesn’t Greenville have an official flag?
We think it might be time for GVL to get a flag of its own.
August 28, 2025
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Patrick Sidwell
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Food
Where to watch sports in Greenville
We’re sharing 10+ spots for watching sports in Greenville.
August 26, 2025
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Danielle Johnson
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Catch these Top Chefs, Chopped Champions, and other TV chefs at euphoria in Greenville, SC
As “Top Chef” kicks off its filming, with plans to shoot in Greenville, alumni of the show and other fan-favorite television chefs are descending on our city for the 20th annual euphoria festival.
August 25, 2025
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Danielle Johnson
A satellite image of Greenville from way up. Greenville is labeled at the middle of an intersection of four blue lines — one is going north, another is going east, another south, and another west. They are latitude and longitude lines which stretch off the sides of the page.
Travel and Outdoors
Which cities share Greenville’s latitude and longitude?
Directly north, east, south, and west of GVL, cities across the world await.
August 22, 2025
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Patrick Sidwell
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Events
Upcoming concerts in Greenville to add to your calendar
From Luke Bryan to The Lumineers, get your tickets to these upcoming concerts in Greenville before they sell out.
August 20, 2025
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Danielle Johnson
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Culture
A Greenville woman tried on Mom’s 1985 wedding dress — but it isn’t hers
It’s been 40 years since Connie Payne had her wedding dress preserved at a Greenville dry cleaner (that has since closed). When she pulled out the dress for her daughter to try on ahead of her 2026 wedding, it wasn’t her dress.
August 19, 2025
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Danielle Johnson
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Culture
The bespoke side of Greenville
From tailor-made clothes to craft beverages — try these experiences curated specifically to your needs.
August 15, 2025
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Haley Bartlett
Legacy Park in Greenville SC
Travel and Outdoors
Mailbag: Your thoughts on an outdoor library in Greenville
We asked where you’d put one in GVL, and you sent in your ideas.
August 15, 2025
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Patrick Sidwell