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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.

• 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.

• 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.

• 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.

• 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.

• 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.

• 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.

• 60º | Showers | 80% chance of rain

• 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. 🥯

• 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.” 🍸

• 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)

• 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.

• 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)

• 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. 🍒

• 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. 🦪

• Do you know the risk factors and symptoms of ovarian cancer? Known as a “stealthy” cancer, ovarian cancer’s symptoms are so similar to other minor illnesses that it can be difficult to suspect one has it. Find out the factors that lower your risk — and how catching it early is key.*

• Looking to add some new dinner recipes to your 2023 rotation? We’re bookmarking this sesame chicken stir fry, this citrus salmon, and this slow-cooked pork roast. 🍳*

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• Hearing loud noises from the attic? It might be a squirrel. While squirrels don’t hibernate, they might have built a nest to stay protected from the winter weather. If you run into one of these critters, call the pros at Trutech Wildlife Service for a free inspection.*

• Physicals (think: for annual checkups and sports)
• Gynecologic care
• Flu shots and immunizations
• Ultrasound and electrocardiograms (EKGs)

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