Holidays at the Greenville Zoo Returns Through December 30th
Tickets are on sale now for Holidays at the Zoo, the Greenville Zoo’s signature holiday lights event.
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The 2024 Upstate Holiday Light Show is Open Through Dec. 31st
The Upstate’s largest holiday lights display is open through December 31. This year’s show takes place at District Park in Easley.
A Flat Rock Playhouse Christmas Returns Through Dec. 21st
In the wake of Hurricane Helene, which affected many families and businesses in our community, Flat Rock Playhouse is grateful to announce that the tradition continues with A Flat Rock Playhouse Christmas, running now through Dec. 21.
Helicopters Rescued Patients in ‘Apocalyptic’ Flood, Other Hospitals Are at Risk, Too
April Boyd texted her husband before she boarded the helicopter. “So, I don’t want to be dramatic,” she wrote on Sept. 27, “but we are gonna fly and rescue patients from the rooftop of Unicoi hospital.”
Tips for the Holiday Shopping Season
According to the National Retail Federation, American consumers plan to spend an average of $935 during this year’s holiday shopping season.
Flat Rock Playhouse Announces 2025 Season
Flat Rock Playhouse is thrilled to announce its 2025 season, a spectacular showcase of music, theatre, and mystery!
Political Strategist L. Joy Williams to Speak at Furman’s MLK Community Breakfast
L. Joy Williams, a long-time political strategist and creator and host of the podcast “Sunday Civics,” will be the keynote speaker at the 2025 MLK Community Breakfast at Furman University on Jan. 17, 2025.
Helene Exacerbated Rise in Homelessness Across Western North Carolina
The remnants of Hurricane Helene destroyed thousands of homes during its catastrophic sweep through Western North Carolina in September, leaving many people without a fixed residence in a region where homelessness was already on the rise.
USDA Announces New Federal Order, Begins National Milk Testing Strategy to Address H5N1 in Dairy Herds
This new guidance from USDA, which was developed with significant input from state, veterinary and public health stakeholders, will facilitate comprehensive H5N1 surveillance of the nation’s milk supply and dairy herds.
Boeing Commits to Expand South Carolina Operations; $1 Billion Investment and 500 New Jobs Expected
Boeing plans to expand its operations in Charleston County. The company plans to invest $1 billion in infrastructure upgrades at its existing site and create 500 new jobs over the next five years.
TRUTH in Labeling Act Would Heighten the Warning for Shoppers Looking to Cut Sugar, Salt, and Saturated Fat Intake
With rising rates of obesity in the U.S. and increasing attention being paid to the health harms of processed foods, it’s clear that far more could be done to help consumers make healthy food choices.
Who Invented Electric Christmas Lights?
Thomas Edison, the inventor of the first successful practical light bulb, created the very first strand of electric lights.
The 2024 Upstate Holiday Light Show is Open Through Dec. 31st
The Upstate’s largest holiday lights display is open through December 31. This year’s show takes place at District Park in Easley.
A Flat Rock Playhouse Christmas Returns Through Dec. 21st
In the wake of Hurricane Helene, which affected many families and businesses in our community, Flat Rock Playhouse is grateful to announce that the tradition continues with A Flat Rock Playhouse Christmas, running now through Dec. 21.
Helicopters Rescued Patients in ‘Apocalyptic’ Flood, Other Hospitals Are at Risk, Too
April Boyd texted her husband before she boarded the helicopter. “So, I don’t want to be dramatic,” she wrote on Sept. 27, “but we are gonna fly and rescue patients from the rooftop of Unicoi hospital.”
Tips for the Holiday Shopping Season
According to the National Retail Federation, American consumers plan to spend an average of $935 during this year’s holiday shopping season.
Flat Rock Playhouse Announces 2025 Season
Flat Rock Playhouse is thrilled to announce its 2025 season, a spectacular showcase of music, theatre, and mystery!
Political Strategist L. Joy Williams to Speak at Furman’s MLK Community Breakfast
L. Joy Williams, a long-time political strategist and creator and host of the podcast “Sunday Civics,” will be the keynote speaker at the 2025 MLK Community Breakfast at Furman University on Jan. 17, 2025.
Helene Exacerbated Rise in Homelessness Across Western North Carolina
The remnants of Hurricane Helene destroyed thousands of homes during its catastrophic sweep through Western North Carolina in September, leaving many people without a fixed residence in a region where homelessness was already on the rise.
USDA Announces New Federal Order, Begins National Milk Testing Strategy to Address H5N1 in Dairy Herds
This new guidance from USDA, which was developed with significant input from state, veterinary and public health stakeholders, will facilitate comprehensive H5N1 surveillance of the nation’s milk supply and dairy herds.
Boeing Commits to Expand South Carolina Operations; $1 Billion Investment and 500 New Jobs Expected
Boeing plans to expand its operations in Charleston County. The company plans to invest $1 billion in infrastructure upgrades at its existing site and create 500 new jobs over the next five years.
TRUTH in Labeling Act Would Heighten the Warning for Shoppers Looking to Cut Sugar, Salt, and Saturated Fat Intake
With rising rates of obesity in the U.S. and increasing attention being paid to the health harms of processed foods, it’s clear that far more could be done to help consumers make healthy food choices.
Who Invented Electric Christmas Lights?
Thomas Edison, the inventor of the first successful practical light bulb, created the very first strand of electric lights.