The Greer Citizen

Patrons crowded Rosie’s Hotdogs for one last time on Friday. The landmark has decided to close its doors after more than 30 years in business.

After 30 years of serving up hot dogs and happiness to the Greer community, Rosie’s Hotdogs closed its doors for good on Friday.

Firefighters from four departments worked through the night to battle the blaze at Elohim’s Kitchen on Thursday. The former Back Home Cafe location was a total loss.

Old Back Home building left in ruins

Last Thursday, Elohims Kitchen, formerly Back Home Café, burned through the night as Greer Fire Department (GFD) worked to extinguish the fire.

GSP International Airport President and CEO Dave Edwards welcomed new carrier Avelo Airlines on Thursday.

GSP announces new airline, wins awards

Greenville-Spartanburg International Airport announced on Thursday a new airline service that travels nonstop to New Haven, Connecticut, and Orlando, Florida.

Sophomore Brody Koss pitched four innings in Riverside’s 5-3 win over Oceanside Collegiate Academy at the PBR Shipyard Showdown.

RHS builds confidence, closeness in Charleston

After Riverside found themselves in a 2-0 first-inning hole, Coach Michael Pettit wondered if he’d bitten off more than he could chew. “I’m sitting in the dugout going ‘oh, boy,’” Pettit said. “‘Maybe this isn’t going to go how it played out in my head.’”

Growing up, Gordon’s biggest wish was to receive a red wagon for Christmas. Last Christmas, his best friend surprised him with his first Radio Flyer.

Greer veteran celebrates 95 years

Milton Gordon, a Greer resident since 1947, turned 95 years old on Thursday, March 9. Gordon’s life has encompassed various life lessons, two wars, a 69-year-long marriage, and a red wagon. Gordon was born on March 9, 1928, in Commerce, Georgia, where he lived until moving to Greer.

Taylors TownSquare is working to secure the old Chick Springs property for use as a public park. It is currently privately owned.

Nonprofit hopes to acquire Chick Springs property

Taylors TownSquare, a nonprofit organization, is working in partnership with the current property owner to acquire the Chick Springs property in order to open a park. Alex Reynolds, President of the Board of Directors of Taylors TownSquare, recently gave a brief overview of Chick Springs’ history, current status and future plans.