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The top industries and employers in the Upstate
Learn about the biggest industries and employers in the Greenville area with this guide to local business.
May 19, 2025 02:57 PM
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City Editor Danielle’s 3 favorite Greenville news stories from 2023
Take a look at some of our favorite stories we brought you in 2023 — and learn about how you can keep them coming by supporting GVLtoday with the gift of your membership.
November 6, 2023
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City Editor Stephanie’s 3 favorite Greenville news stories from 2023
Take a look at some of our favorite stories we brought you in 2023 — and learn about how you can keep them coming by supporting GVLtoday with the gift of your membership.
November 1, 2023
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Startups
NEXT Venture Summit returns for its eighth year
Known as the “premier gathering of the area’s startup community,” this summit connects entrepreneurs with the best in the biz.
August 31, 2023
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Stephanie Freeman
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Greenville’s former Pepsi-Cola plant is transforming into a start-up community
Featuring fitness + coworking space, the Pepsi-Cola plant will soon be Crescent One, an “epicenter for business development.”
August 21, 2023
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Stephanie Freeman
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This free event invites local innovators to network and learn
Registration is open for the next installment of Advantage Greenville, happening this Friday, May 19.
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Airports and Transportation
Don’t board an airplane without this item
We’ve got a travel hack to make long flights more bearable — meet the Airfly wireless audio transmitter.
April 18, 2023
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Sarah Leonhardt
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Travel and Outdoors
How to get free trees to replace those stinky Bradford Pears
For every Bradford Pear you remove from your property, Clemson and the Forestry Commission will give you a free replacement, but only while supplies last.
January 7, 2026
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Danielle Johnson
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Sneak peek: Step inside the Peace Center’s new music venues
January 7, 2026
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Danielle Johnson
A modern library equipped with sleek self-checkout kiosks designed to make borrowing books quick and convenient. Four black-and-white self-service stations are lined up in a row, each featuring a touchscreen interface and a card payment slot. Beneath the screens, transparent shelves with LED lighting provide space for scanning and processing books. The bright and open library space in the background is organized with bookshelves labeled by category, creating an inviting atmosphere for readers. A nearby sign advertises a local book club meeting, adding a community-focused touch. Large windows let in ample natural light, enhancing the clean and contemporary aesthetic. The setup reflects a seamless blend of technology and traditional library services, catering to the needs of modern patrons.
Small Business
Meet your 2026 reading goal with the help of these local Greenville spots
You can just load your TBR (to be read) list, but these challenges and pop-up shops keep it interesting.
January 2, 2026
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Danielle Johnson
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Travel and Outdoors
Paris Mountain State Park is working to rebuild its Music in the Woods stage
The Music in the Woods stage was damaged by Helene in fall 2024, and now the park and its supporters are working to rebuild.
January 2, 2026
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Danielle Johnson
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Food
Wine and dine around Greenville for Restaurant Week South Carolina
Get your calendars out and start booking your reservations at these Greenville-area eateries offering special dishes, menus, and deals for a limited time during Restaurant Week South Carolina.
January 2, 2026
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Danielle Johnson
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Culture
Wellness trends and where to find them
Whether you’re plunging into icy water, holding a plank on a Megaformer, or basking in red light, wellness in 2026 is about finding what makes you feel good. With so many options popping up around Greenville, we’re sharing where to try these wellness trends.
December 19, 2025
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Danielle Johnson
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The history of snow in Greenville, SC
Let’s take a look at some stats on the history of snow in Greenville
December 16, 2025
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Danielle Johnson
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Real Estate
Take a virtual tour inside these Alta Vista homes decked out for the holidays
We saw 2025 design trends come to life at the Hispanic Alliance’s 2025 Homes for the Holiday event.
December 15, 2025
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Danielle Johnson
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Sports
Kenny’s Golf Club spot to swing at Judson Mill
A new 6,800-sqft indoor golf facility with advanced training technology, six simulator bays, and on-site refreshments is opening soon at Greenville’s Judson Mill District.
December 10, 2025
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Danielle Johnson
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Greenville will focus on a long-term urban forest plan in 2026
The Urban Forest Comprehensive Plan will inventory Greenville’s canopy, shape future tree policy, and invite public input starting in 2026.
December 10, 2025
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Danielle Johnson