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Lyman to repair sewer lines

Wed, 10/14/2020 - 12:21 Kaelyn Cashman

The Town of Lyman will spend $84,000 to repair a sewer line in Startex.

Lyman Town Council approved a resolution Monday, authorizing Roper Construction to do the work. Money for the project will come from the town’s Waste Water Fund.

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The Spinning Jenny hosted former owner Peggy Stewart and her daughters for the Greer Opry House Memory Night on Friday evening at 107 Cannon Street.

Community news for the week of October 14

Wed, 10/14/2020 - 12:19 Staff Reports

Blood Drive set for Oct. 15
Abbott’s Frozen Custard and Hopper Financial are hosting a Blood Drive on Thursday, October 15, from 4:30-8:30 p.m. at Greer City Park, located at 301 E. Poinsett St., Greer.

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Four members are pictured: Alex Reynolds, Mason Freitas, Pastor Jason Kittrell, and Judith Brown. Members not pictured are Michael Marut and Tommy Strange.

Taylors Lions form new club branch, elect officials

Wed, 10/14/2020 - 12:11 Kaelyn Cashman

The Taylors Lions Club recently formed a new club branch and elected officers at its Oct. 6 meeting.

Elected officers are: Rev. Jason Kittrell as President, Mason Freitas as secretary, and Alex Reynolds as treasurer.

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Last Thursday, Wellford hosted training with the Vector Law Enforcement Shield, developed to stop a lethal first attack by non-lethal means prior to an officer responding per his or her choice of response and department standard operating procedures (SOP). In this way, the Vector Shield de-escalates violence and allows the officer to perform his or her duties while protected behind mobile, NIJ Level 3 ballistic cover.

Wellford gives approval following comments

Wed, 10/14/2020 - 12:02 Kaelyn Cashman

Wellford City Council gave final approval of five rezoning requests last Tuesday.

Local residents addressed council prior to each request being explained by Administrator Chris Guy and decided on by council.

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Wellness spa to open in downtown Greer

Wed, 10/14/2020 - 11:59 Kaelyn Cashman

Betsy Exton, owner of Pure On Main in downtown Greenville, is expanding of her brand of preventative natural health to downtown Greer.

Exton will be opening her new location in November on Cannon Street, adjacent to Namaste Fitness Studio and across the street from The Spinning Jenny.

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Drug Take Back set for October 24

Wed, 10/14/2020 - 11:58 Kaelyn Cashman

The Greer Commission of Public Works (CPW) is partnering with the Greer Police Department to get potentially dangerous, expired or unwanted drugs off the street.

A Drug Take Back Date will take place on Saturday, October 24, from 10 a.m. to 2 p.m. at 301 McCall Street in Greer.

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Library offers mobile printing

Wed, 10/14/2020 - 11:57 Staff Reports

The Greenville County Library System is now offering mobile printing at all Library System locations.

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Big Thursday to feature food

Wed, 10/14/2020 - 11:56 Staff Reports

At the heart of Greer Community Ministries’ Big Thursday event is food.

The fundraiser benefits GCM programs such as: Meals on Wheels, the food pantry and a Senior Dining. But food sales are also an important part of Big Thursday.