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Doctor reports, CDC confirms recent surge in flu cases
South Carolina ranked second in the nation for flu activity in the week ending Oct. 31, according to new CDC data, with only Louisiana reporting higher levels. Doctors in the state say respiratory illness visits have…
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Upstate man sentenced for drug trafficking
A man from South Carolina’s Upstate has been sentenced in a drug-trafficking case. The available report identifies the outcome but provides no details about the sentence, the drugs involved or the court handling the…
FIRST ALERT: The Coldest Air of the Fall Season Arrives Late Week
FOX Carolina forecasts a sharp temperature drop across the Upstate beginning late this week as an arctic front moves through Thursday. Light showers and gusty winds are possible, with light snow in some northern…
American Legion War Museum says farewell to historic building
Greenville’s American Legion War Museum is preparing to close its historic North Main Street location on Nov. 15 before moving to a new home. The museum marked the Marine Corps’ 251st birthday with a display honoring…
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Bubbakoo's Burritos looking at locations in South Carolina
Bubbakoo’s Burritos is exploring an expansion into South Carolina and plans to open eight to 10 restaurants, the company told WYFF News 4. It has identified the Greenville-Spartanburg area, Columbia and Myrtle Beach as…
Greenville superintendent gets contract extension to 2030
Greenville County’s school board unanimously extended Superintendent Burke Royster’s contract through 2030. Royster, who began his career as a middle-school math teacher, leads the nation’s 43rd-largest school district…
Swamp Rabbit Moving: What’s in an Estimate?
Swamp Rabbit Moving provides insights into the factors that influence professional moving estimates. The company explains how variables such as distance, volume of belongings, and additional services like packing or…
SC ranks 2nd highest in country for flu activity, CDC data shows
South Carolina ranked second in the country for flu activity in the latest CDC data, behind Louisiana. For the week ending October 31, the state reported 1,079 lab-confirmed flu tests and 137 flu-associated…
Food for Fines: Greenville drivers exchange canned food for ticket discounts
Greenville is offering drivers a discount on parking fines in exchange for canned-food donations through its annual Food for Fines drive. Donating 10 cans earns $15 off a city parking ticket, including overdue tickets…
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‘A heartbreaking decision’: Greenville restaurant permanently closes its doors
Ottaray Raw Bar & Taphouse in Greenville has announced it is closing permanently, citing slow business. The owners said the restaurant did not turn out as they had envisioned, but expressed pride in what they created…
Greer, Simpsonville leaders to discuss Flock cameras
Officials in Greer and Simpsonville are set to discuss Flock license-plate-reading cameras at meetings on November 10. Greer’s police department will present findings from a study conducted during a 90-day suspension of…
Greenville County state House race among contests expected to require recounts
Unofficial results show South Carolina House District 27 in Greenville County is close enough to require a recount, according to the state Election Commission. Republican David Vaughan leads Democrat John MacCarthy by…
Greenville restaurant closes due to slow business
Ottaray Raw Bar & Taphouse in Greenville has permanently closed after struggling with slower-than-expected business. The restaurant, located on Laurens Road, said Sunday was its final day and thanked its staff…
Greenville to buy African American Cultural Exchange Center
The Greenville City Council has announced plans to purchase the African American Cultural Exchange Center to ensure its preservation. The site, which serves as a vital repository for local African American history, has…
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FIRST ALERT: Artic Blast Arrives Late Week
An arctic blast is forecast to reach the Upstate late this week, bringing a sharp temperature drop after mild conditions through Wednesday. A cold front is expected Thursday, with gusty winds and limited showers…
Prisma Health restricts child visitors at South Carolina hospitals as flu activity surges
Prisma Health has restricted child visitors at its hospitals in South Carolina as flu activity surges. The measure is intended to limit exposure to influenza among patients and protect hospital operations during…
WWE Raw results, grades for Nov. 9: Team USA vs. Team Mexico set for Survivor Series
WWE announced on Monday Night Raw that Cody Rhodes and Rey Mysterio will captain Team USA and Team Mexico in a traditional five-on-five match at Survivor Series on November 28. The event will also feature a WarGames…
Greenville Swamp Rabbits expect thousands of students for School Day game
The Greenville Swamp Rabbits will host more than 10,000 students at their School Day hockey game Tuesday, continuing the event for a third straight season. The team faces the Orlando Solar Bears at 10:30 a.m. at Bon…
Greenville, Parker District agree on annexation plan
Greenville and the Parker Fire District have agreed on a 30-year plan governing annexation and fire protection along the city’s borders. The agreement sets out how the two sides will coordinate emergency response and…
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Learned this week: Legacy Early College breaks ground on new campus. Plus, Columbia site coordinator recognized.
Legacy Early College broke ground Nov. 5 on a proposed $60 million campus on a 55-acre site west of downtown Greenville. The charter school aims to open the new campus in fall 2028 and eventually serve 2,500 students…
SC leaders discuss issues over scholarship trust fund program
South Carolina education leaders are examining problems with the state’s Education Scholarship Trust Fund, which provides eligible families up to $7,500 per student for education outside their assigned public school. A…
Greenville City Council votes to buy building that housed Cultural Exchange Center
Greenville City Council voted unanimously Monday to buy the former Greenville Cultural Exchange Center building at 700 Arlington Avenue for $850,000. More than $500,000 is expected to come from state funds approved at…
Greenville city council passes Laurens Road ordinance reading, Woodruff Road rezoning
Greenville City Council approved the first reading of an ordinance establishing a framework for redevelopment along Laurens Road, between Verdae Boulevard and Haywood Road. The plan could enable an urban renewal…
WWE Raw Live Updates, Results and Highlights After Crown Jewel 2026
Bleacher Report’s live coverage followed WWE Raw on November 9 in Greenville, South Carolina, with match results and developments throughout the show. Rey Fenix, Chad Gable and Big Cass competed in a triple-threat match…
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WWE Raw Winners, Live Grades, Reaction and Highlights After Crown Jewel 2026
WWE Raw took place in Greenville, South Carolina, following Crown Jewel, where Roman Reigns defeated Sami Zayn and Chelsea Green upset Liv Morgan. The November 9 show featured new tag team champions Penta and Je’Von…
Greenville-Pickens Speedway one step closer to reopening
The historic Greenville-Pickens Speedway has moved one step closer to reopening its gates to racing fans. Local officials and track management have been working through regulatory and safety requirements to bring the…
Bus driver shortages disrupt transportation for Upstate school district
A shortage of bus drivers is disrupting transportation for an Upstate school district, affecting how students get to and from school. The report identifies staffing shortages as the cause, but provides no further…
Greenville files lawsuit over stalled McDaniel townhome project
Greenville, South Carolina, has sued Keene Development Group and two affiliated companies over alleged negligence in stormwater management at the stalled McDaniel townhome project near downtown. The city says work in…