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Real-world financial literacy is coming to Greer High School
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The Branch at Greer High will begin operating in August 2023, with construction taking place during the school’s summer break. | Rendering provided by Greenville Federal Credit Union
On Friday, Feb. 24, Greenville Federal Credit Union made a big announcement: Greer High School will soon become home to the credit union’s second student-run high school branch.

This new branch will join The Branch at Greenville High, which opened in 2016, in bringing real-world financial literacy and education to students in the Greenville area. Greer High School students, faculty, and staff will have daily access to the financial services provided by the student-run branch, while student employees will gain hands-on experience and preparation for their future careers — plus course credit.

The Branch at Greer High is planned to open in August 2023, with construction set to take place over the summer. Seven years after the opening of The Branch at Greenville High, this new branch represents Greenville Federal Credit Union’s continued investment in our community. Read: A high school branch doesn’t bring the credit union monetary profit — it’s purely a way to give back. (Another way Greenville Federal Credit Union supports students in our community? Via annual scholarships.)

For an idea of what this new branch will look like, take a peek at our visit to The Branch at Greenville High. We’ll also be checking back in on the new student-run branch’s progress in the coming months, so stay tuned.*
This content was created in partnership with Greenville Federal Credit Union and written by Kayla Machado.*
How many former The Branch at Greenville High student employees have gone on to have careers with Greenville Federal Credit Union?

A. 2
B. 4
C. 6
D. 8

See the answer in the Wrap.
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Tuesday, Feb. 28
  • Development Code Informational Meeting | Tuesday, Feb. 28-Wednesday, Mar. 1 | 4-6 p.m. | Prisma Health Welcome Center at Unity Park, 111 Welborn St., Greenville | Free | Join the City for drop-in open house meetings to view and provide feedback on the draft development code.
  • University of South Carolina Upstate vs Clemson | Tuesday, Feb. 28 | 4-7 p.m. | Fluor Field, 945 S. Main St., Greenville | $11-$20 | Watch the Spartans and the Tigers face off on a neutral Greenville site.
  • Chautauqua Talk Series: James Armistead Lafayette | Tuesday, Feb. 28 | 7 p.m. | Hughes Main Library, 25 Heritage Green Pl., Greenville or virtual | Free | Discover the life and legacy of enslaved African James Armistead Lafayette and participate in a Q&A session.
Wednesday, March 1
  • Celebrating Women in Wine | Wednesday, Mar. 1 | 6:30-8:30 p.m. | The People’s Tap, 250 Riverplace, Ste. B, Greenville | $18 | Celebrate women winemakers at this guided tasting featuring four wines.
Thursday, March 2
  • March Madness Cocktail Class | Thursday, Mar. 2 | 7 p.m. | Six & Twenty Distillery, 556 Perry Ave., Ste. B103, Greenville | $65 | Craft three cocktails with the help of an expert mixologist.
Friday, March 3
  • First Friday | Friday, Mar. 3 | 6-9 p.m. | Locations vary | Free | Navigate Greenville’s visual arts scene each month as galleries and venues open to the public.

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Baby on board 🦒

The Greenville Zoo is preparing for Autumn the giraffe to give birth
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Autumn with her last calf, Providence | Photo by @greenvillezoo
Autumn, the Greenville Zoo’s Masai Giraffe, is pregnant (again) and is expected to give birth next month.

To prepare:
  • Autumn will be separated from her partner Miles, so he doesn’t interfere with the delivery.
  • Zoo keepers will fill two giraffe stalls with playground mulch and move Autumn inside — this provides a cushion for the baby when it drops and helps the calf stand up after birth.
  • Keepers and veterinarians will be on the lookout for pacing, increased tension, and fast movements — all signs Autumn is in labor, which takes several hours from start to birth.
Autumn has previously raised six calves. The most recent, Providence, became an internet sensation when she was born on the zoo’s livestream in Feb. 2021.

This time around will also be streamed, and you can watch the delivery live. Click the button below to bookmark the webcam and let “giraffe watch 2023" commence.
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Weather
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Sports
  • For the first time ever, ESPN College GameDay is coming to a women’s basketball conference championship game, and it’s happening this Sunday, March 5, at Bon Secours Wellness Arena for the SEC Women’s Basketball Tournament. Watch from 12 to 1 p.m. on ESPN2.
  • Game on. On Saturday, March 4, celebrate the 2023 SEC Women’s Basketball Tournament with the Downtown Dribble presented by VisitGreenvilleSC. This free event for children ages 5-14 will test their basketball skills as they dribble from NOMA Square to Bon Secours Wellness Arena. Sign up here. 🏀*
Coming Soon
  • Maverick Biscuit is coming to 306 N. Main St. in Mauldin — the former Luna Rosa location. Featuring biscuit-based entrees (think: biscuits and gravy, biscuit benedicts, and hot chicken biscuits) and other breakfast staples like omelets and french toast sticks, you can get a taste at the restaurant’s Taylors location (2818 Wade Hampton Blvd.). 🍳 (Upstate Business Journal)
  • Also in Mauldin, Modern Cigar will take over the former Family Video (203 E. Butler Rd.) in March or April. Serving quick and causal food (think: sandwiches) and hosting live jazz musicians, the cigar lounge will also have a members-only area with access starting at $500 per year. (The Post and Courier Greenville)
Feature
  • New York Magazine’s The Strategist consulted Methodical Coffee owner Marco Suarez as an expert for its list “12 of the Very Best Espresso Makers.” Marco’s pick? This Bialetti Moka Express. He says moka pots had a moment a while back and feels “like they’re about to have another moment.” ☕
Open
  • The 405 — a new event space from High Spirits Hospitality — is now open at 405 Westfield St. Holding up to 800 guests, the space features a simple white interior and a large covered patio overlooking the Prisma Health Swamp Rabbit Trail. Take a photo tour. 📸
Award
  • The Urban League of the Upstate named Mayor Knox White its recipient of the Whitney M. Young, Jr. Humanitarian of the Year Award in honor of his efforts to make Greenville “a city of opportunity for everyone.” 🏆
Cause
  • Did you know that just $60 can help a child build confidence and learn the value of teamwork through youth sports? Making a donation to the YMCA of Greenville can make a lasting impact in different areas, including youth development, healthy living, and social responsibility. 🤝 *
Concert
  • Grammy-winning country music star and SC native Darius Rucker will be headlining Upcountry Fiber’s charity concert, Southern Fried Circuit, on Friday, July 28 at the Anderson Civic Center (3027 Martin Luther King Jr Blvd., Anderson). Profits will go to the Upcountry Fiber Foundation to support local charities in Anderson, Greenville, Oconee, Pickens, and Spartanburg counties. Grab tickets. *
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Let’s get fiscal

Filing your taxes in Greenville, SC
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Don’t let tax season be a stressor — these resources can help. | Photo via Unsplash
For better or worse, it’s that time of year again — tax season. Before you stress, we’re here to share some guidance for filing.

First and foremost, see the IRS’s list of up-to-date tax tips. It covers frequently asked questions like understanding business travel deductions and how military members and their families can receive help with their taxes at no cost.

Greenville is also home to these local tax resources:
Ready to get started filing your taxes? File online with H&R Block’s four different filing options, from free to Premium. Or, file with a tax pro’s help. Don’t forget, the last day to file your taxes is Tuesday, April 18.*
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THE WRAP

Today’s issue was written by Danielle.

Answered: D. Eight former student employees of The Branch at Greenville High have gone on to work for Greenville Federal Credit Union, with all being able to take the financial literacy, customer service + leadership skills to whichever career path they choose.

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