GHS hands over Allen Bennett
The city of Greer has officially taken possession of the former Allen Bennett Memorial Hospital campus and is looking to close on the sale of the property. The historic hospital opened in 1952.
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Birds flock to local building
Before the proliferation of the CVS and Walgreen's pharmacy chains reached the Greer area, there was a time when residents would flock to the Rexall drugstore to pick up their prescriptions and household supplies.

In recent years, the flock that has found its way to the building that once housed the local Rexall at 200 Trade Street has been of a decidedly less desirable sort - pigeons.



News
• Parking on the right side of the street
The Greer Police Department is spreading the word to Greer motorists parking against the flow of traffic on city streets - they are watching.
• Salvaging Victor Mill water tower unlikely option
Hopes that the water tower that once served Victor Mill might remain standing as a monument to the textile manufacturer and its employees have waned as county officials have found numerous obstacles stand in the way of saving the structure.
• Founder's memory endures
Many have asked if Joshua's Way will continue in the wake of the untimely death of its founder, David Rogers. The answer is a resounding "Yes!" exclaims Rogers' younger brother, Paul.
• One shot will arm public for the flu
It's time to feel that little "quick pinch" and get armed and ready for the flu season.
• Tatas on Trade gala aids Cancer Society
It is time to don the finest pink apparel and support Breast Cancer Awareness Month by purchasing tickets to the Tatas on Trade gala, presented by BIN112 on Trade Street and the American Cancer Society in Greer Oct. 4.
Sports
• Yellow Jackets defeat Bulldogs
The Greer Yellow Jackets improved to 2-1 last Friday with a win at Berea.
• Tigers, Bulldogs renew rivalry
The Blue Ridge Tigers will be at home this week to play a team they haven't seen since the 2007 season, the Pendleton Bulldogs.
• Teams eyeing titles
The area's five high school swim teams are hope to be competing for individual and state titles by season's end.
• Moore relishes opportunity to showcase softball talents
Last weekend, Allyson Moore competed in a showcase softball tournament in Rock Hill. The event included mostly high school juniors and seniors, but Moore was invited as a freshman.
• Hurricanes blow Riverside away
One week after starting the season with a 56-0 win, the Riverside Warriors were defeated by the same score against Wren.
Living Here
• The color of Diamonds
When Grant Skellenger saw "Star Wars" as an eight-year-old boy, he knew one day that he wanted to make a movie.
• Journey to Neverland
The South Carolina Children's Theatre wants you to fly to Neverland.

• Huge crowd cheer for Idol favorites
Three contestants were eliminated from Greer Idol after the first week of performances. The field of singers is now down to nine. Two singers will be voted off Friday night.
• Pink on their side
Kathy decided if she was going to lose her hair, she might as well have fun with it.
• Pumponator cool toy with hot sales
Lexi Glenn, a nine-year old, was at her wits with the difficulty of filling up water balloons with a sink or a hose. So she invented the Pumponator.



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Photo of the Week: by Preston Burch
Captive audience: One-year-old Tristan Elrod reacts to the vocal performances during Friday’s Greer Idol performances. Carrie Vassey, Brittany Blackwell and Jessica Preisig will face each other this week.
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