The perfect pit stop on the trail. | Rendering by Johnston Design Group and SeamonWhiteside
A new Swamp Rabbit Trail destination is coming soon. You know The Station by Compo Hotels — that cute cluster of luxury cottages a mile from Downtown Travelers Rest? It’s about to get a $14 million transformation featuring:
A 16-suite boutique hotel
A food hall on the ground floor with up to 5,000 sqft for cafes, restaurants, and boutique retail
A 5,500-sqft event venue
Brice Bay, CEO of Compo Hotels, says they’re just rolling with TR’s growth: “Travelers Rest is exploding.”
Construction is expected to start this fall, with an opening by summer 2026.
Asked
Asked
As we wait for it to open, what’s your current favorite stop along the trail?
A. The Commons B. Camperdown C. Swamp Rabbit Cafe and Grocery D. Furman
Life of Pi | Friday, July 11-Sunday, July 13 | Times vary | Peace Center | $55+ | Based on the best-selling novel of the same name, this Broadway show tells the story of Pi Patel, a young man stranded on a lifeboat with a Bengal tiger after a shipwreck.
Greenville Drive vs. Winston-Salem Dash | 6:45 p.m. | Fluor Field | $8+ | See special guests like Dru Phillips, Brandon Workman, and Josh Reddick + enjoy Friday Night Fireworks.*
Saturday, July 12
Bluegrass Brunch at The Southern Growl | 10 a.m.-2 p.m. | The Southern Growl, Greer | Free | Enjoy live music from Wilder Things Than Us as you sip on brunch cocktails + indulge in food specials.
Hot Wheels Monster Trucks Live Glow-N-Fire | Saturday, July 12, Saturday, July 12, Sunday, July 13 | Times vary | Bon Secours Wellness Arena | $24+ | Check out these Hot Wheels Monster Trucks brought to life.
Peach Cookoff at the Greer Farmers Market | 11 a.m.-2 p.m. | Greer City Park, Greer | Free entry | It’s a peachy summer market with local vendors, food trucks, and plenty of peaches.
A long-vacant gas station at Main and Trade in Fountain Inn will be replaced by a new brick building with two to four tenants. It’s from the same developer behind The Mill at Fountain Inn, who wants to blend the project in with the historic charm of downtown. One business will be a dentistry + the other is TBD. (The Post and Courier Greenville)
Outdoors
The number of bees, butterflies, and other pollinators is going down, with experts saying habitat loss, pests like varroa mites, and chemical misuse are to blame. Want to help? Plant pollinator-friendly gardens, reduce pesticides, and support local beekeepers.
Seasonal
Peach picking with a mountaintop view? Yes, please.U-pick season at Sky Top Orchard opens on Friday, July 18, featuring juicy yellow freestone peaches, hayrides, apple cannons, gem mining, and the famous cider doughnuts.
Festival
Celebrate Colombian Independence Day with a fiesta on Saturday, July 20 from 11 a.m. to 9 p.m. at Half Rooted. Enjoy street food, live music, artisan vendors, salsa dancing, giveaways, and family fun — including a bounce house.
Gallery
Chris Stapleton was smooth as “Tennessee Whiskey” at his sold-out show at Bon Secours Wellness Arena on Wednesday, July 9. Explore the photo gallery. (Greenville News)
History
Spartanburg’s iconic Beacon Drive-In is celebrating 80 years with a side of sweet tea (still the world’s most popular, they say) and a new partnership with Coca-Cola. Expect commemorative Coke cups, “A-Plenty” plates piled high, and a landmark that’s still hollerin’ orders like it’s 1946. (Greenville News)
Try This
These spicy tuna wontons from the Hank Sauce restaurant are made for summer snacking. Crisp wonton cups, creamy avocado, and just the right amount of heat make them a standout for your next patio spread. Get the recipe.*
It’s the perfect weekend to try Lefty’s new smashburger. | Photo by GVLtoday
Table 301’s Brunch for a Cause will donate 100% of their sales during brunch and lunch service this Saturday, July 13, for flood relief in Texas.
Every Table 301 restaurant is participating, including Lefty’s (which just opened this week). Jianna + Passarelle are also joining the lineup.
During the last Brunch for a Cause following Hurricane Helene, $60,000 was sent to the American Red Cross + The World Central Kitchen with 1,892 guests dining across seven downtown restaurants. Plus, 165 staff members made it all possible.
Brunch for a Cause started at Soby’s in 2004 in response to the Indian Ocean earthquake and tsunami. Since then, it has raised $220,000+ for relief efforts following natural disasters.
The Buy
It’s the last day of Amazon Prime Day. Don’t miss out on great discounts before the deals end tonight:
🔌 38% off: A No. 1 best-selling smart plug you can control with your smartphone, your voice, or preset timers.
🩳 62% off: A three-pack of Calvin Klein men’s boxer briefs rated 4.6 stars.
🎒 36% off: A brilliantly basic adidas backpack in black, rated 4.8 stars and perfect for work, travel, or school.
🌴 23% off: A summery outdoor rug that’s big enough to cover your whole patio.
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