From Poe Mill to the Downtown Airport, here’s how skate culture has evolved. | Photo provided by the Greenville Journal
The City of Greenville is actively planning a wheelsports park by the Greenville Downtown airport. The 10-acre site along the Swamp Rabbit Trail will feature a concrete skate park, an asphalt pumptrack, and a paved bicycle playground.
A meeting will be held by the site on July 28. | Photo by the City of Greenville
Even if you aren’t a skater or a bicyclist, chances are you know someone who is — maybe a kid or teenin your life. Tap your kids, get them involved in the civic process, and weigh in on the design process for this multi-million dollar “best-in-class” park coming to our city:
Fill out the survey (keep scrolling) — it’s designed for citizens of any age to provide input
Attend the public meeting on Monday, July 28 from 5:30 to 7:30 p.m. at the Greenville Downtown Airport hangar
Greenville’s skate park has been a long time coming, with many passionate citizens fighting for it for decades. Click the button below to rewind to 20+ years ago and look at Greenville’s skate culture and how we got here.
Duke’s Hot Tomato Summer | Wednesday, July 23-Sunday, July 27 | Times vary | Various locations | Price of purchase | Local restaurants showcase Duke’s Mayo with its BFF, a summer tomato.
Summer Adventure | Wednesday, July 23-Saturday, July 26 | 10 a.m.-4 p.m. | Roper Mountain Science Center | $15 | Get up close and personal with butterflies, explore the Environmental Science building, and pet a stingray in the Marine Lab.
Greenville Drive vs. Hub City Spartanburgers | 6:45 p.m. | Fluor Field | $8+ | Celebrate United Way of Greenville County’s impact with a special night of community fun, inspiration, and baseball.*
Thursday, July 24
National Tequila Day | 11-12 a.m. | The Matador | Price of purchase | Sip on all-day drink specials, bold cocktails, and one of the Carolinas’ largest agave selections — plus happy hour bites and upstairs patio vibes in the heart of the West End.
Moonlight Movies | 7-10 p.m. | Greer City Park, Greer | Free | “Dog Man” is playing on the big screen at this outdoor movie night.
Friday, July 25
“Happy Gilmore” Double Feature | 6 p.m. | Yee-haw Brewing Co. | Swing into the weekend with “Happy Gilmore” + “Happy Gilmore 2" on the big screen as you take your best swing at the golf simulator and a closest to the pin contest.”
Brad Paisley | 7:30 p.m. | CCNB Amphitheatre at Heritage Park, Simpsonville | $30+ | With chart-topping hits, this country star is stopping by on his “Truck Still Works World Tour.”
Saturday, July 26
Liability Brewing and Westone Anniversary Block Party | 11 a.m.-10 p.m. | Liability Brewing Company | Free entry | Raise a glass to seven years of brews with all-day beer releases, live music, games, food, and family-friendly festivities.
Thrifted Finds Market | 12-5 p.m. | The Oxford Barber Company | Free entry | Score vintage gems and handmade treasures from 10+ curated vendors.
Dr. Larry Miller became Greenville Tech’s third president earlier this month. | Photo by Greenville Tech
Greenville Technical College’s next era of innovation and growth is here. After a comprehensive year-long search for the ideal candidate, GTC welcomed its new president, Dr. Larry Miller, on July 1.
A proven track record
With a PhD from The Maxwell School at Syracuse University and a background in education policy and finance, Dr. Miller brings 25+ years of experience in higher education.
The best part? He’s already familiar with the GTC community. As the college’s previous vice president of learning and workforce development, Dr. Miller delivered significant results, like:
A 238% increase in credentials awarded in a single year
Construction on the new bridge begins Monday, Aug. 4. | Rendering via the City of Greenville
Coming Soon
Starting July 28, part of the Swamp Rabbit Trail will close as crews prep for a new pedestrian bridge over Verdae Boulevard. The 1,180-ft bridge will cost $7.4 million and take about a year to build, paving the way for future trail expansion into Mauldin. (Greenville Journal)
Plan Ahead
March Madness returns to Bon Secours Wellness Arena next year, and you can sign up today for access to presale tickets.
Sports
Is Clemson’s Gathering at the Paw changing? The ACC has updated its postgame sportsmanship policy to restrict field and court storming until visiting teams and officials have exited. Clemson says it will finalize its protocol soon that “acknowledges the significance” of the tradition. Read the full statement. (On3)
Biz
DZN Studio + Home is moving to Hampton Station. The interior design studio will take over the former Wandering Bard space, expanding its showroom and accessibility. A moving sale is happening now through Saturday, Aug. 2, at its Falls Park Drive storefront ahead of its September reopening.
Open
Daily Bread Deli is now open alongside Califas near Haywood Road, making the restaurant a dual-concept spot. It blends classic deli staples with West Coast Mexican favorites like Cubans, chopped cheese, birria tacos, and bacon-wrapped Baja dogs. (The Post and Courier Greenville)
Announced
The Greenville Zoo’s newest baby giraffe officially has a name: Kendi — Swahili for “loved one.” The name was chosen by popular vote, with 6,000+ community members participating in the poll. The zoo says the name couldn’t be more fitting for their beloved calf.
Real Estate
This new neighborhood of upscale townhome-style condos opens this fall in the heart of Unity Park district (less than a mile from Fluor Field). Look forward to gourmet kitchen spaces, private balcony views, low-maintenance landscaping, and so much more. Take a peek inside.*
Featured Deal
Did you know? Lowes Foods has digital coupons that could save you hundreds. Think: Discounts on everything from seafood and steaks to everyday household items. Start clipping.*
Community
Do you need hiring help? We’ve got your back. Post your open roles on the GVLtoday Job Board + get connected with local candidates quickly and efficiently. Pssst — did we mention it’s free?
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The ultimate guide to caviar
Date night is better with caviar. | Photo by Ariel Madison + Table 301
Whether you’re scooping it onto potatoes, topping your brioche with it, or sipping bubbles as you bump, indulgence is on the menu at these Greenville spots serving caviar.
Maestro | This restaurant recently reopened following a revamp, and we’re excited to try the osetra caviar that’s smoked tableside and paired with whiskey honey smoked salmon, crème fraîche, and pommes anna.
Abyss | New to ONE City Plaza, this seafood spot has a $22 caviar roll on both its lunch and dinner menus, plus offers full caviar service during dinner.
CAMP | Indulge in Petrossian Royal Daurenk served with pearl onion, seasoned crème fraîche, and brioche — plus vodka and sparkling wine.
Jianna | Take the beloved whipped ricotta to the next level with Adriatic Osetra Caviar.
Mr. Crisp | Enjoy an ounce of caviar with Chipperbec crisp potatoes, sour cream and onion dip, and chives.
Teva’s original universal sandal, now 50% off on Nordstrom Rack. A cushioned footbed + adjustable canvas straps make this a hikeable, wadeable, walkable sandal that will see you through all of your outdoor summer adventures.
The fun doesn’t have to end here. After reading the newsletter, head over to our games page. Games refresh with new challenges every day at 6 a.m. from crossword puzzle to Sudoku to themed word search.
My Hot Tomato Summer mission continues with a stops at Rise Bakery for the tomato pie danish.
Voting for a favorite to receive the prestigious Golden Tomato is going to be tough, but I think my shoutout to Lewis’ BLT in yesterday’s Wrap is still my front-runner. What’s the best thing you’ve tried?
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