The data covers the last 11 months, since this counter was installed. | Photo by the City of Greenville
Remember the Prisma Health Swamp Rabbit Trail counter installed at Willard Street almost one year ago in Feb. 2022? New data released by Bike Walk Greenville — a local group that advocates for safe pedestrian and cyclist travel — gives us new insight into who is traveling on the trail, where they were headed, and why.
The stats — which comes from a product called StreetLight Data — tracks anonymous cell phone data from trail users.
How does it work?
The data tracks if the cell phone starts or finishes a ride or walk at home or a place of work, depending on where the user appears to spend evenings, weekends, and weekday working hours.
By the numbers
656,467 trail users were counted, with an estimated average of 1,995 users per day on foot or by bike.
89% of people on foot and ~74% of people on bikes do not start their trip from home — meaning the majority of trail users prefer to drive or take transit to use the trail. A high number of tourists were counted in this number.
~18% of bicycle trail users and 10% of walkers and runners can access the trail from their home.
9.7% of all trail trips were for commuting for work in 2022.
~9% of trail users can commute to work by bike and less than 1% can commute to work on foot.
Bike Walk Greenville identifies that 9.7% as an important figure in the report because the number is high compared to a study by the League of American Bicyclists, which reported just 0.22% of people commute by bike in SC.
How will these numbers be used? Click the button below.
SC Restaurant Week | Tuesday, Jan. 17-Sunday, Jan. 22 | Times vary | Participating restaurants | Prices vary | From fine to casual dining, participating restaurants will feature new menu items, fan favorites, and multi-course menus during Restaurant Week South Carolina.
Peace Voices with BOLD | Tuesday, Jan. 17 | 6 p.m. | Peace Center, 300 S. Main St., Greenville | Free | National Teacher of the Year 2022 Kurt Russell and South Carolina Teacher of the Year 2023 Deion Jamison discuss the recruitment and retention of educators and challenges in the field.
Holiday Food Drive | Tuesday, Jan. 17 | 10 a.m.-5 p.m. | Upcountry History Museum, 540 Buncombe St., Greenville | Free | Drop off non-perishable food items to be donated to Harvest Hope Food Bank.
Wednesday, Jan. 18
Tech After Five | Wednesday, Jan. 18 | 5:30-7 p.m. | Think Tank Brew Lab, 101 Airport Rd., Greenville | $0-$10 | Sip on a craft brew and network with other members of the tech community.
Thursday, Jan. 19
Grown-Up Gaming | Thursday, Jan. 19 | 6-8 p.m. | Hughes Main Library, 25 Heritage Green Pl., Greenville | Free | Get your game on with modern tabletop board games — try something new or bring your own favorite.
Ladies Night Out with Italian Cuisine | Thursday, Jan. 19 | 6:30 p.m. | Sciortino’s Trattoria & Pizzeria, 3734 Pelham Rd., Greenville | Meal prices vary | All are welcome at the first Upstate International ladies dinner of 2023.
Friday, Jan. 20
CycleGives Class | Friday, Jan. 20 | 4-5 p.m. | CycleBar, 307 E. McBee Ave., Ste. B, Greenville | $25-$100 | Get your ride on benefiting Éleos Ministry — a local neighborhood-focused non-profit serving and elevating local youth leaders.
Saturday, Jan. 21
Southern Author Expo | Saturday, Jan. 21 | 10 a.m.-2 p.m. | Hughes Main Library, 25 Heritage Green Place, Greenville | Free | Celebrate local authors over panel discussions, meet-and-greets + signing sessions.
We have a calendar filled with events and activities you can plan for in advance. Click the button below to bookmark ideas for upcoming date nights, family outings, and time with friends.
We’re taking a closer look at what’s coming for student athletes:
The new 10,000-sqft training and athlete recovery center and the student-athlete village will provide designated space for sports science, nutrition, sports medicine, and strength and conditioning for the three programs.
The new lacrosse stadium features bleacher seating and artificial turf, plus a 9,000-sqft operations complex with coaches offices, locker rooms, a player lounge, and other amenities.
The new 21,000-sqft gymnastics facility features a practice gym, locker room, lounge, training room, and offices.
The renovated rowing center will receive updates to the training room, building infrastructure, and other cosmetic changes.
Click the button below to see more of what’s to come for each facility.
CHPSTX Asian Eatery is now open at 1941 Woodruff Rd., Ste. E. The new fast casual concept — by the restaurant group behind Upstate restaurants like Lieu’s and Otto Izakaya —says this new restaurant featuring their father’s recipes is a “collaboration of their ideas and experiences over the past 50 years.”
Sully’s Steamers’ first Spartanburg location (578 N. Church St., Ste. C, Spartanburg) is now open. Stop by for your favorite sandwich — ours is the Blondie — Monday-Saturday, 7 a.m.-8 p.m. and Sunday, 8:30 a.m.-3 p.m. Place your order. 🥯
Coming soon
Hotel Hartness (120 Halston Ave.) will open its doors on Wednesday, March 1. The four-star boutique hotel features six buildings including a spa, event space, and Patterson — a stand-alone restaurant featuring a menu from Executive Chef Tanner Marino. Want to book a stay for the grand opening? Room reservations are available. (WYFF 4)
It’s officially opening week for Sum Bar (307 E. Washington St.), and we’re getting our first look at the cocktails we’ll be sipping on when we eat our shumai. Find classic drinks and another rendition featuring baiju — a versatile spirit that translates to “white liquor” and is nicknamed “fire water.” 🍸
Drink
Sum Bar’s not the only spot we’ll be sipping. Harry’s Hoagies (1700 E. North St., Unit A) was approved to serve alcoholic beverages. The restaurant says it heard customer feedback looking for more drink options and will add beer and wine to its menu. 🍺 (Upstate Business Journal)
Announced
Parker McCollum is ready to “Meet You in the Middle” when the country music singer brings his tour to CCNB Amphitheatre (861 S.E. Main St., Simpsonville) on Saturday, Aug. 26. Tickets go on sale this Friday, Jan. 20, at 10 a.m.
Development
Fountain Inn City Council paved the way for a 142-unit subdivision to be built at Milacron Drive and Tall Pines Road (near Greenpond Road). Council approved a rezoning request for 14 acres where developers plan to build 105 townhomes and 37 single-family homes. The development faces final approval Thursday, Feb. 9. 🏘️ (Greenville Journal)
Listen
We’re just a fool for love Kylie Odetta. The Greenville-based singer-songwriter released a live version of her song “Coffee & Cherries” recorded at The Village Grind (1258 Pendleton St.). Listen on your favorite streaming service, and throw a little dance party ‘cuz it’s a bop. 🍒
Plan Ahead
Tickets are on sale now for Greer Chamber of Commerce’s 18th Annual Oyster Roast and Shrimp Boil at Southern Bleachery (250 Mill St., Ste. PW2101 Dock No. 3, Taylors). Proceeds benefit the Leadership Greer Class 43. 🦪
Health
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Home
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A pharmacy is also under construction in the building, expected to open later this year.
In addition to offering family health services, the office will feature Prisma’s first business-to-business care option.
How does it work?
Employers pay a flat monthly rate or annual fee that gives their employees complete primary care offerings — like longer appointment times, medications, and lab tests — without added fees or copays. Prisma Health hopes the new “subscription-like” program will provide timely medical care without additional expenses.
Prisma Health is the first employer to sign up for as a pilot program. Click the button below to learn when it will open to other local businesses and expand to other parts of the state.
Editor’s pick: I don’t know about you, but I’ve been on a soup kick lately. The rain makes me crave a bowl with a grilled cheese. I just saw Perch (1501 E. North St., Ste. 101) is offering special soups for the winter season. Is there anywhere else I need to add to my list? Send me all the souper spots.
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