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📚 It’s the FYP IRL
Check out something new. | Photo by @hurricanerumz
(Read: It’s the For You Page in real life.) If your group chat is tired of hearing you say, “What should I read or watch next?” — the Greenville County Library System has you covered. Their “Next Five Faves” feature pairs you with a real-life librarian who’ll handpick five books, albums, movies, or TV shows based on your tastes. Just fill out a quick form, share what you love (or loathe), and your custom list lands in your inbox within five business days. It’s like a streaming algorithm, but with a human touch.
High scores, big achievements: CCES earns top AP honor. | Photo provided by Christ Church Episcopal School
Christ Church Episcopal School has earned Platinum status on the College Board AP School Honor Roll for 2024-2025 — the highest distinction. Only 8% of US and Canadian schools received this honor.
The Willard Street bridge near Unity Park will close less than one month after the Hudson Street bridge reopened. A four-month replacement project including new crossings for the Prisma Health Swamp Rabbit Trail begins March 9. Drivers will detour via West Washington, Hudson, and Mayberry streets. (Greenville Journal)
Number
200. That’s how many years Furman University is marking in 2026. The university launched its bicentennial celebration last week with a convocation at McAlister Auditorium, beginning a yearlong series of events honoring its founding in 1826. (Greenville Journal)
The start of Ramadan depends on the sighting of the crescent moon. Observe and learn more from the Islamic Society of Greenville.
Today Is
We have the need… the need for beads. Feb. 17 is Mardi Gras — also known as “Fat Tuesday.” Let the good times roll with some cuisine at The Lost Cajun. Don’t forget the beignets.
This remodeled brick ranch is oozing with modern updates, just minutes from Augusta Road and Downtown Greenville. Explore the three bedrooms and two bathrooms, plus features that caught my eye like an inviting front porch, a cozy reading nook by the fireplace, and a custom kitchen.
Are you looking for our Games page? You can find it here. Thanks to all of our readers who let us know you’re enjoying this page — our team is continuing to work on even more ways to play in future.
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Post of the Day
📸: @little_secret_gvl
You know we don’t keep secrets here, so we’re shouting it out in the POD: Little Secret is now open in Woodside.
Every Thursday to Monday, it opens at 4 p.m. with its Asian-fusion-inspired menu. A few of my favorite bites:
The Tempura Enoki Mushrooms — yes, they’re gluten free
The beef tartare — served with Rise sourdough, of course
The french onion dip with ruffles — sounds simple, but the best you’ll ever have
They’re waiting on the liquor license for now, but grab a mocktail and indulge in some of my favorite food in Greenville.
Sometimes the simplest solutions make the biggest difference. These four products tackle everyday headaches — each for under $30.
👜 Tired of your purse tipping over or disappearing on the car floor? These car purse hooks keep your bags within reach.
🚽 Late-night bathroom runs will no longer feel like an obstacle course thanks to this toilet bowl night light.
🧅 Swap baking soda for this fridge deodorizer that works for up to 10 years, so you can set it once and forget it.
🚗 Designed to reduce strain, this vehicle assist handle provides sturdy support to help you get in + out of your car with ease and stability.
Fantasy was the most-liked genre, and romance was the most-disliked genre.
The most-liked author was Kristen Hannah, and the most-disliked author was Colleen Hoover.
The most popular media type was a physical book.
I can’t relate to the dislike of romance. I picked up quite a few titles from Swoon last year. My favorite romance read of 2025 was “The Seven Year Slip” by SC author Ashley Poston.
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