The results are in: Here’s who won seats in the 2023 City of Greenville election
Out with the old, in with the new. | Photo provided by the City of Greenville
The results are in for the City of Greenville municipal election. According to unofficial results reported by The Post and Courier and WYFF 4, Mayor Knox White – Greenville’s longest-serving mayor – was reelected to an eighth term, defeating Michelle Shain.
Mayor Knox White began his tenure on Greenville City Council in 1983 and has served as the Mayor of Greenville since 1995. This was the first time since 2007 Mayor White ran against a challenger.
Dorothy Dowe won the At-Large seat, defeating Randall Fowler.
John Deworken (ran unopposed) and won the District One seat.
Ken Gibson (ran unopposed) and won the District Three seat.
District Two, District Four, and the second At-Large seat will be up for election in 2025.
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Events
Wednesday, Nov. 8
Founders Forum: Graduating from Angel Investing | Wednesday, Nov. 8 | 10-11:30 a.m. | NEXT Innovation Center, 411 University Ridge, Greenville | Free | Whether you are an angel investor, a startup raising capital, or a member of the entrepreneurial community learn how to better work with your team to maximize ROI.
Dave Matthews Band | Wednesday, Nov. 8 | 7:30 p.m. | Bon Secours Wellness Arena, 650 N. Academy St., Greenville | $50-$430 | “What Would You Say” to a night at The Well listening to this American rock band?
Thursday, Nov. 9
Acrylic Pen Turning | Thursday, Nov. 9 | 11 a.m.-2 p.m. | Rockler Woodworking and Hardware, 1117C Woodruff Rd., Greenville | $85 | Learn turning basics as you use a wood lathe to turn a custom acrylic pen body for a pen hardware kit.
Palmetto Moon Ladies Night | Thursday, Nov. 9 | 5-8 p.m. | Palmetto Moon, 700 Haywood Rd., Ste. 1001-A, Greenville | Free entry | Enjoy sweet treats from Baked to a T and listen to live music from Reagan Leonard as you get early access to shopping the “Cozy Sale.”
Friday, Nov. 10
Fall for the Classics Cocktail Class | Friday, Nov. 10 | 7-9 p.m. | Six and Twenty Distillery, 556 Perry Ave., Ste. B103, Greenville | $65 | Learn to craft three classic cocktails in time to impress your holiday guests.
Indie Craft Parade Holiday Pop Up Shop | Friday, Nov. 10-Sunday, Nov. 12 | 11 a.m.-5 p.m. | Makers Collective, 2909 Old Buncombe Rd., Greenville | Free entry | Shop a curated mix of handmade giftable art, home goods, jewelry, and children’s items.
Ready, set, glow: Celebrate the holiday season at the South Carolina Aquarium
Whether you’re planning a seasonal family night out, fun with friends, or a date night, you can celebrate the holidays at Aquarium Aglow. | Photo provided by South Carolina Aquarium
Head to the South Carolina Aquarium in Charleston this season for the must-seaAquarium Aglow, happening select nights from November 16 through December 30.
During the event, the Aquarium will open its doors at dusk for a dazzling light spectacular featuring:
A chance to wave to Scuba Claus in the Great Ocean Tank
Curean, a build-your-own charcuterie, pizza, salad, and small plates restaurant is coming to 732 S. Main St. (the former Sabor Latin Street Grill location) next month. The spot will also feature a wine bar with Greenville distrubutor Mission Grape, focused on small, family-owned producers and natural wines with a story. (The Post and Courier Greenville)
Opening
Midtown Oyster Co. opens tomorrow, Nov. 9, at the Warehouse at Midtown. Feast on opening night specials, including $12 for a dozen oysters, $12 oyster or lobster po’ boys, $10 peel-and-eat shrimp, and $4 oyster shooters.
Announced
This news isn’t Hard to Love. Country music artist (and former Clemson football player) Lee Brice is bringing his “Me & My Guitar” tour to the Peace Center on Feb. 15, 2024. Tickets go on sale this Friday, Nov. 10.
List
United Community Bank Ice on Main is back for the holiday season starting one week from today, Wednesday, Nov. 15 + it’s nominated for USA Today’s 10Best list of ice skating rinks. Vote to help our rink land the top spot.
Award
The Jones Oyster Co.'s bartender Alexis Shaw was named Bartender of the Year by the SC Restaurant and Lodging Association as part of its Stars of the Hospitality Industry Awards. Congratulations, Alexis.
Sports
Though the Clemson Tigers play Georgia Tech at home this weekend, the Clemson Alumni Association is looking for volunteers to fly Clemson flags for ESPN’s College Gameday on Saturday morning in Athens. Fill out the interest form if you’d like the help.
Biz
Small Business Saturday is just around the corner — Nov. 25, to be exact. What local businesses will you be supporting + which local deals should we check out? Let us know and we may feature your recommendation in an upcoming newsletter.
Arts
It’s time for the 2023 installment of Greenville Open Studios, happening this weekend (Nov. 11-12). Did you know? This exciting tradition, which started small and evolved into a full-fledged annual event, is now in its 21st year.*
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