Cheers to another year of Fall for Greenville | Photo by GVLtoday
Just 49 days until Bank of America Fall For Greenville—not that we’re counting — and things will look a bit different this year as we say goodbye to Taste Tickets (the currency used to purchase food and other items at the festival). If you attended Jazz Fest, you already got a taste of this change.
Here’s what you need to know for the festival taking over Main Street Friday, Oct. 10-Sunday, Oct. 12:
The 60 food vendors (47 restaurants + 13 food trucks) will accept all major credit cards or event gift cards.
If you’re carrying cash, you will be able to convert it into festival-issued cards at stations around the festival.
A $5 pre-purchase incentive will be credited to anyone who buys a gift card worth $50 before Wednesday, Oct. 8.
What restaurant do you wish would open in Greenville?
Our friends at CHStoday reported this week that Shake Shack is headed to the Lowcountry to open its first SC location. We won’t lie — we have some FOMO.
Editor’s Pick: Danielle would do anything for a Sweetgreen.
Rising healthcare costs? Here’s how to stay prepared
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Jeff Herman, founder of The Jeffrey Group, has 30 years of experience helping clients make smart investment decisions. | Photo provided by The Jeffrey Group
Healthcare is one of the biggest expenses you’ll face in retirement — and it’s rising faster than inflation. Even if you’ve been saving and investing, medical expenses could end up higher than you expect. Health insurance premiums are expected to rise about 15% next year, and without government help, out-of-pocket costs could jump more than 75%.
A solid piece of advice (no matter your age): Get professional help. A financial advisor can create a customized retirement strategy to help you navigate these challenges.
Whether retirement is around the corner or years away, here are a few ways to prepare, according to the experts at The Jeffrey Group:
Stress-test your plan against rising costs like medical expenses, property taxes, and insurance premiums.
Build a portfolio with diverse investments that can generate income during retirement.
Start early — making small changes now is easier than scrambling later.
Furman University will unveil its $40 million renovation of Timmons Arena this Sunday, Aug. 25. Expect a 360-degree concourse, new suites, premium clubs, and a Hall of Fame — all part of a fan-first, basketball-centric redesign that transforms the facility. Take a virtual tour. (Greenville Journal)
Announced
Just Do It, Gamecocks. USC is expected to announce a new athletic apparel deal with Nike today, ending a 19-year relationship with Under Armour. The iconic Swoosh will appear on Gamecocks gear starting in the 2026–2027 school year, pending approval from the Board of Trustees. (The Post and Courier)
Read
After nearly five years in Downtown Travelers Rest, independent bookstore As The Page Turns is relocating. The new space — just four minutes away at 3 Plaza Dr. — opens Wednesday, Oct. 1, and will continue hosting events and monthly markets. (The Post and Courier Greenville)
Featured
Speaking of Travelers Rest, it was just featured in Southern Living as “South Carolina’s Best-Kept Secret.” The publication lauded its mountain views, roadside peaches, and a downtown lined with local flavor.
Active
Need a walking buddy? The City of Greenville is launching a free walking club at Unity Park starting Monday, Aug. 25. Walkers can meet from 9 to 10 a.m. every Monday and Thursday.
History
Take a trip back to the Roaring 1920s during the kickoff of the 2025–2026 Greenville County Historical Society lecture series on Wednesday, Aug. 27 from 6:30 to 8 p.m. at Downtown Presbyterian Church. Historian John Nolan will explore Greenville’s Jazz Age transformation. Get tickets.
Eat
Last call.Restaurant Week wraps this Sunday, Aug. 24. Whether you’re looking to try something new or visit an old favorite, participating restaurants offer special deals to entice Greenvillians to get out and eat local. Here are our picks.
Ready to make a difference? Novant Health is hiring clinicians and team members to join their growing Upstate network. See open roles.*
Seasonal
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Clemson University kicked off the school year under the (television) lights. It was featured on “Good Morning America” yesterday as part of its “50 States in 50 Weeks” series. ABC’s Will Reeve went live from Memorial Stadium, highlighting the Clemson LIFE program and interviewing Coach Dabo Swinney and President Jim Clements.
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.
I hit the road yesterday morning to the Triangle for a visit with my brother in Durham + the RALtoday team in Raleigh, and I found myself making a pitstop in Winston Salem to write this newsletter. It’s adorable and only ~3 hours from Greenville.
Knowing I needed a spot with good WiFi, I went straight to WStoday’s coffee City Guide and found myself at The Bookhouse. So, whether you’re traveling for work or leisure, let this serve as a great reminder to check if there’s a 6AM City product at your destination. Plus, you can say — with pride — that it all started right in Greenville with GVLtoday.
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