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Get out and vote

Here’s why you should vote in the 2023 City of Greenville Municipal Election
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Greenville’s in the national spotlight again. | Photo by @james_simpson_photography
For the first time since 2007, Mayor Knox White — the longest-serving mayor in Greenville history — faces a challenger in Michelle Shain in his run for reelection.

In less than a week, on Tuesday, Nov. 7, your vote will decide which candidate becomes Greenville’s mayor for the next four years, along with several seats on Greenville City Council.

How many people actually vote?

According to Vote411.org, only 12-13% of eligible voters participate in our municipal elections. In 2021, that number was spot on with 13% of registered voters casting their ballots + in 2019, 18% of registered voters cast their ballots.

Our goal at GVLtoday is to arm you with the tools and the knowledge to increase that number so more Greenvillians have their voice heard.

Why does it matter?

Your vote for Mayor and City Council members will determine who shapes Greenville’s:
  • Budget
  • Maps
  • Development
  • Emergency services
  • And more
What do I need to know?

First, bookmark our election guide. Here, you’ll find who’s on the ballot, how to figure out what district you live in, and where your polling place is located.

Next, research your candidates. Most of Greenville’s local media sources have profiled the people running, hosted debates, and covered campaign events. We recommend reading multiple sources to learn about all of the candidates from different points of view.

At GVLtoday, we aim to cover local elections in a way that educates and activates our community with unbiased information to encourage individual voter participation (i.e. vote for whoever + whatever you want to, just make sure to vote). To learn more, check out our Editorial Ethics Policy.
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Who do you think will win the mayoral race?
A. Knox White
B. Michelle Shain
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Events
Wednesday, Nov. 1
  1. Joshua Ray Walker with Jayce Turley | Wednesday, Nov. 1 | 8-11 p.m. | Radio Room Greenville, 110 Poinsett Hwy., Greenville | $20-$25 | Celebrate mid-week with this country and Americana concert.
  2. Learn the Shag | Wednesday, Nov. 1 | Times vary | Spare Time Entertainment, 822 Congaree Rd., Greenville | $0-$10 | Join the Carolina Shag Club for a beginner dance class at 6 p.m. and an intermediate class at 6:40 p.m. before a free social dance for dancers of all skill levels.
Thursday, Nov. 2
  1. “Four Seasons” | Thursday, Nov. 2-Sunday, Nov. 12 | Times vary | Centre Stage, 501 River St., Greenville | $30 | A New Play Festival winner, this show weaves in and around a performance of Vivaldi by a live string quartet.
  2. Pub Trivia | Thursday, Nov. 2 | 6:30-8:30 p.m. | Other Lands, 731 Rutherford Rd., Greenville | Free entry | Test your knowledge and see if you can win.
Friday, Nov. 3
  1. Swamp Rabbits | Friday, Nov. 3-Sunday, Feb. 4 | Times vary | Bon Secours Wellness Arena, 650 N. Academy St., Greenville | $28-$56 | Spend your weekend at The Well as the Swamp Rabbits host three teams.
  2. Dia De Los Muertos Dinner | Friday, Nov. 3 | 6:30-9 p.m. | 1105 W. Bramlett Rd., Greenville | $90 | Pay tribute to your loved ones in a festive and memorable way while enjoying a five-course meal.
Saturday, Nov. 4
  1. Fall Festival and Holiday Market | Saturday, Nov. 4 | 10 a.m.-3 p.m. | Greenville Classical Academy, 2519 Woodruff Rd., Greenville | Free entry | Shop 75 vendors, enjoy concessions, and partake in fun for the entire family in the KidZone.
  2. Día de los Muertos Festival | Saturday, Nov. 4 | 2-8 p.m. | High Falls County Park, 671 High Falls Rd., Seneca | Free entry | This inaugural festival will feature family-friendly programs, food trucks, music, and a showing of “Coco” at 6 p.m.
Calendar of events here
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Home

3 ways to get your home holiday-ready
Young woman wrapping gifts at a table
Prepare for the season now to avoid rushing as the holidays approach. | Photo provided by Two Maids of Greenville
Planning on hosting this season? Here are three tips to get your home holiday-ready ahead of time:
  • Purge your pantry: Check expiration + “best if used by” dates
  • Dedicate a discrete space in your home for a gift-wrapping and staging area as packages get delivered
  • Donate unused items you haven’t touched in six months or more
Have so much to do, but so little time? Call in the pros at Two Maids of Greenville for home cleaning services.
Learn more + schedule a cleaning
News Notes
Coming Soon
  • Warby Parker will open its location at 14 N. Main St. (near Scoundrel) on Saturday, Nov. 11. Celebrate with complimentary drinks from Methodical Coffee as you shop the store’s eyewear.
Eat
  • Bitter Honey — a Mexican-inspired restaurant — will open at 15 E. Stone Ave. this spring. The 4,000-sqft restaurant will feature an outdoor patio and a “robust tequila and mezcal program.” (The Post and Courier Greenville)
Open
  • Bridal boutique Ava Laurénne is now open in the historic, mill-era mercantile building on McBeth Street (formerly Methodical Coffee + The Spatula Café). Brides can shop gowns from the “Greenville Collection.” (The Post and Courier Greenville)
Watch
  • Construction on the Nicholtown, Gower, and Verdae neighborhood connectors to the Green Line Swamp Rabbit Trail Extension will begin in summer 2024. Learn about the project from the City of Greenville.
Ranked
  • No. 5. That’s where Greenville ranked on MoveBuddha’s list of the top cities to move to in 2023. The platform — known for its “moving cost calculator” — analyzed trends and patterns to determine the ranking. Plus, SC ranked No. 1 as the most popular state to move to this year.
State
  • The SC Department of Motor Vehicles will offer self-service kiosks in grocery stores known as “SCDMV Express,” allowing customers to complete select tasks instead of going to the DMV. The first Upstate location will open in November inside the Publix at Thornblade Village (411 The Parkway, Greer).
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Outdoors

🍂 Stop and peek the foliage

Top Fall Hikes in Greenville, SC
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An unbe-leaf-able view. | Video by Upstate Outdoor Adventurer
Fall is the perfect season to don your flannel and lace-up your hiking boots before hitting the trails. Not only is the crisp weather ideal for trekking, but the fall foliage is almost on full display in parts of the Upstate. Here are four of our favorite trails during fall.

Paris Mountain State Park, 2401 State Park Rd., Greenville, SC | 6 miles from downtown Greenville

Route: Lake Placid Trail
  • Difficulty level: Easy
  • Length: .75 mile loop
Take it easy on this trail with lake views and (mostly) flat ground. Go at golden hour and catch the maples and oaks in the glittering light.

Table Rock State Park, 158 Ellison Ln., Pickens, SC | 25 miles from downtown Greenville

Route: Carrick Creek Trail
  • Difficulty level: Moderate
  • Length: 2 mile loop
Take this more challenging trail if you can handle some steep elevation changes. Be sure to check out the observation deck and spot all the fall colors of the mostly oak-hickory forest.
Two more trails
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