Livin La Vida Local

• Median family income: $43,300
• City’s population: 58,035
• Estimated cost to buy a home: $132,467 (prices have increased 185.1%)
• Average cost of a gallon of gasoline in South Carolina: $0.698

Sign of the times

• In the news: Poinsett Plaza made its debut, Greenville Tech Foundation purchased McAlister Square for $18 million, and Greenville County purchased the former Greenville & Northern Railway property that eventually gave way to our Prisma Health Swamp Rabbit Trail.
• Who was performing: TLC performed their “FanMail Tour” and Black Sabbath presented their “Reunion Tour” at the BI-LO Center — now the Bon Secours Wellness Arena.

• Upstate Shakespeare Festival: “Henry IV” | Thursday, July 18-Sunday, July 21 | 7 p.m. | Falls Park on the Reedy, 601 S. Main St., Greenville | Free | Bring your own seat + food to watch the show — alcohol is allowed in clear, plastic cups with a valid ID and purchase of a $1 wristband.
• Pasion Latin Dance Nights | Thursday, July 18 | 8:30 p.m.-1 a.m. | Social Latitude, 1812 Woodruff Rd., Greenville | Free entry | Learn how to dance the Salsa with lessons from Salsa Greenville + grab a drink and a bite.

• A Taste of Northern Italy: A Night of Risotto | Friday, July 19 | 7:30-9 p.m. | Sweet Sippin, 103 W. Curtis St., Simpsonville | $32 | Sip on wine as you dine on risotto during this rooftop dining experience.

• Cabaret Saison | Saturday, July 20 | 6-10 p.m. | Carolina Bauernhaus Greenville, 556 Perry Ave. Ste. B118, Greenville | $25-$80 | Head to this outdoor event for live music, fire and aerial performances, and burlesque.
• Sunset Floating Sound Bath | Saturday, July 20 | 8-9 p.m. | Hot Oasis Private Pool, Near Pelham Hospital, Greer | $15-$25 | Float in a warm pool as the sun sets while listening to the sounds of crystal singing bowls.

• Say What?! Open Mic Featuring Mosley Oaktree | Sunday, July 21 | 7:30-9 p.m. | Coffee Underground, 1 E. Coffee St., Greenville | $10 | Bring your poems to recite at the open mic, or sit and listen to the local poets.

• German-based clean energy manufacturer Fenecon plans to establish its first North American manufacturing facility and HQ in Greenville County. The 136,000-sqft facility will be located 315 Tanner Price Way and is set to create 68 new jobs.

• Coworking space Flywheel Greenville is now open at the former Pepsi bottle plant at 25 Goldsmith St. Schedule a tour.

• Chef Ambassador Michael Sibert’s restaurant White Wine & Butter is moving to a new location at Greer Golf. The restaurant plans to open its new space this fall with a full-service bar, expanded dining room, outdoor patio, and enhanced menu.

• Greenville County Council passed a funding plan for The Well’s proposed renovation project in its first reading. Council plans to host a public input session next — stay tuned for the date. (WYFF)

• This fall, the YMCA of Greenville is set to oversee and expand Prisma Health Life Center’s fitness operations. The center will also undergo renovations to add new fitness equipment, lighting, and flooring — work will begin with the center’s closure on Friday, Sept. 20. (Greenville Journal)

• Today, Fork and Plough launches The Butcher Club, a new membership that allows you to receive a rotating monthly selection of meats, specialty items, signature sauces, and recipes from Chef Shawn Kelly.

• Greenville Pro Soccer — the team behind Greenville Triumph SC and Greenville Liberty — added three new people to its ownership team: Rick Pennell, Wallace Cheves, and Jim Casey. (Greenville Journal)

• Help the Greenville Zoo name its adorable new residents, three bat-eared fox kits. Take the poll to help determine the trio’s names.

• Do you have a knack for design and social media? Greenville Technical College is seeking a full-time Digital Media Designer to craft engaging campaigns, develop social media strategies, create visual content for digital platforms, and more. Learn more + apply.*

• Keep your toilet spotless with a cleaning caddy nearby. Fill it with a toilet brush, toilet bowl cleaner, and disinfectant wipes for easy, on-the-go cleaning. Or call Two Maids of Greenville at 864-626-3343 for a hassle-free solution.*

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