10.05.2023

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What’s really polluting the Reedy?

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What is a riparian buffer, and how can they help protect our local waterways? | Photo provided by the Reedy River Water Quality Group

What potential pollutants are in the Reedy River, and how can Greenvillians help impact water quality? Let’s get into it.

There is a little-known section of the Clean Water Act called 5(r), which outlines a “bottom-up” approach to clean our rivers and lakes. This process encourages local involvement and citizen action to reduce pollutants in water. For the Reedy River, the primary aim is to reduce nutrient levels like nitrogen and phosphorus.

Here’s where the Reedy River Water Quality Group comes in. Their mission: To protect, preserve, and improve water quality in the Reedy River. Formed in 2015, this group has become a national leader in water quality restoration by working with the public to reduce the amount of pollutants flowing into the river.

Here are five issues the group is focused on right now — and how locals can help:

Storm drains: All storm drains lead directly to the river. The water (and anything on the ground that water picks up) isn’t filtered before entering the river. Here are some ways to prevent harmful runoff.
Riparian buffers: These act as filters along waterways and can help improve water quality and stabilize river banks. Here’s how to protect them.
Car washing: For those who prefer to wash their own car, doing so on porous surfaces, like lawns, can help filter pollution from soaps. Rather go to a car wash? Look for one that recycles water.
Fertilizer use: Improper application (think: amount and timing) of fertilizers can have a negative impact on water quality. Here are a few best practices.
Sanitary sewer overflows: These can be caused by clogs from fats, oils, and grease dumped down the sink, as well as items that shouldn’t be flushed down the toilet.

Everyone can make a contribution to water quality in the Reedy — and other waterways — by committing to practices that reduce pollution.

More ways to help

Asked

Fats, oils, and grease (FOG) can block pipes and cause sewage overflows + backups. What can you do to prevent this?

A. Scrape food scraps from dishes and utensils directly into the trash.
B. Pour FOG into a container and allow it to cool and harden.
C. Wipe pots and pans with dry paper towels to soak up FOG residue before rinsing or washing them.
D. All of the above.

Answer here

Events

Thursday, Oct. 5

The Traveling She Shed’s October Craft Event | Thursday, Oct. 5 | 6:30-8:30 p.m. | Cartwright Food Hall, 215 Trade St., Greer | $50 | Get in the fall spirit and make your own pumpkin wreath while you sip on a beer of your choice.
Live Jazz | Thursday, Oct. 5 | 7:30-9:30 p.m. | Sigal Music Museum, 516 Buncombe St., Greenville | $5-$20 | Get jazzy with the Iliana Rose Cuban Jazz Band.

Friday, Oct. 6

The Scarlet Pimpernel | Friday, Oct. 6-Saturday, Oct. 7 | Times vary | The Logos Theatre, 80 School St., Taylors | $38 | This musical, set during the height of the French Revolution, is a tale of daring self-sacrifice in the face of unspeakable dangers.

Saturday, Oct. 7

Kroc Fest 2023 | Saturday, Oct. 7 | 11 a.m.-2 p.m. | Kroc Center Greenville, 424 Westfield St., Greenville | Free entry | Enjoy a petting zoo, showings of “It’s the Great Pumpkin, Charlie Brown”, free youth + adult fitness classes, trick or treating, a photo booth, a floating pumpkin patch, a book signing, and open gym.
321 Student Film Festival | Saturday, Oct. 7 | 9:30 a.m.-5:30 p.m. | SC Governor’s School for the Arts and Humanities,15 University St., Greenville | Free | Enjoy films made by local students, three of whom will take home a cash prize
Weirdo Arts and Community Flea Market | Saturday, Oct. 7 | 11 a.m.-4 p.m. | Paper Moon Studios and Workshops, 2415 Old Buncombe Rd., Greenville | Free entry | Shop this unique and oddball market featuring up to 40 artists and vendors selling a wide variety of eclectic items.
The GSO Presents John Devlin and Christylez Bacon: Music for our Moment | Saturday, Oct. 7-Sunday, Oct. 8 | Times vary | Peace Center, 300 S. Main St., Greenville | $20-$85 | “Migrations in Rhythm” features beatboxer and rapper Christylez Bacon with a mix of global influences, and Symphony No. 5 by Shostakovich is a moving statement against Soviet oppression.*

Thursday, Nov. 9

Cold Mountain Release Weekend | Thursday, Nov. 9-Monday, Nov. 13 | Times vary | Highland Brewing, 12 Old Charlotte Highway, Asheville | $10-$20 | Celebrate the release of Highland’s Cold Mountain Winter Ale release with a weekend-long event that includes a dinner, live music, small batch releases + more.*

Calendar of events here

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Try This

Explore Longview Carolina

Try This: Explore Longview Carolina

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Hello mountains. | Photo by Roy Costner IV with Take Part, LLC.

Nestled in the heart of the SC foothills, Longview Carolina isn’t just a name — it’s a philosophy. This agrihood community (read: residential neighborhood centered around community farming) promises a “long view” in design, lifestyle, and sustainable living.

Located halfway between Clemson and Greenville (and just a stone’s throw from Easley), Longview Carolina is more than just picturesque views — it’s about cultivating a life close to nature. With community gardens, fresh eggs, hiking and biking trails, a community pool, and pickle ball courts, residents get a taste of sustainable living with all the amenities of modern life.

What we tried:

We started with a scenic golf cart ride through the property. While cruising around with the proverbial top down, we visited several of the property’s spacious lots, saw the future home of some soon-to-be very happy chickens, and enjoyed a family-style picnic near the top of the mountain.

What not to miss

News Notes

Open

Need lunch plans? Texas de Brazil — a Texas based Brazilian steakhouse — opens at the Haywood Mall today, Oct. 5. Reservations are recommended.

Development

TD Community Development Corp., The Innovate Fund, and SC Community Loan Fund of Charleston were just awarded $165 million in new market tax credits from The U.S. Department of the Treasury. This amount will be split between these three entities to help revitalize struggling areas within the community. (Greenville Journal)

Sports

There’s a new basketball tournament in town. On January 12-15, 2024, the HBCU (read: Historically Black Colleges and Universities) MLK Unity Tournament will head to Bon Secours Wellness Arena. Ticket information will be available soon.

Drink

Coffee is for ~~closers~~ openings. Methodical Coffee’s Manufactory is opening this Saturday, Oct. 7 and they want to celebrate with you. Head to 999 Geer Hwy. in Travelers Rest from 4 p.m. to 9 p.m. for a tour, coffee tastings, and a latte art throw-down contest.

Art

“CROWNS: A Gospel Musical Stage Play” opens at the Simpsonville Arts Center this Friday, Oct. 6. Directed by local director + actor Clark Nesbitt as part of his “No Dreams Deferred Productions” theatre company, this show will be followed by “God’s Trombones” in June 2024, and a mystery show in January 2024.

Watch

Get your wheels turning with the Bicycle Film Festival at the Peace Center on Saturday, Oct. 14 and view two short-film programs.

Travel

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Correction

Yesterday we told you astrophysicist Dr. Neil deGrasse Tyson will speak at the Peace Center. He will talk about The Cosmic Perspective on Wednesday, March 13, 2024. Tickets go on sale this Friday, Oct. 6, at 10 a.m.

Seasonal

🍻 This will be Viel Spaß

NOMA Square Oktoberfest celebration

These pretzels are making me thirsty. | Photo provided by NOMA Square + Auro Hotels

Oktoberfest events are wrapping up for the year and we want to help you go out with a bang. The annual NOMA Square celebration takes place on Friday Oct. 6 + Saturday, Oct. 7 from 11 a.m. to 9:30 p.m. Here’s a rundown of the festivities:

Friday

During the day | Jam with Trey Stephens
5:30-9:30 p.m. | The Song Band Upstate is playing to end the night right
7 p.m. | Put your stretchy pants on because its time for the bratwurst eating contest

Saturday

12-4 p.m. | The Channelheimers Oompah Band will kick festivities off
5:30-9:30 p.m. | Holzhackern Tyrolean Band will get you rocking
7 p.m. | Flex those muscles with the stein holding competition. The band will call for contestants 10 minutes before contest start time.

Auf Wiedersehen, Oktoberfest. See you next year.

Answered

D. All of the above

Here are more tips to protect and preserve your pipes — and our local waterways.

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The Wrap

Today’s edition by:
Stephanie

Visiting Longview Carolina was my first “Try This” piece for GVLtoday, and it was a blast. This neighborhood is the stuff dreams are made of. Plus, they gave me cheese when I went.

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