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Grace Community
Church hopes to soon oc-
cupy part of the former
PHOTO | SUBMITTED Mutual Home Store build-
ing in downtown Greer.
The Greer community has gathered around Cheyenne The Greer Board of Zon-
Vandergrift and her family during a difficult time. ing Appeals (BZA) gave ap-
proval for the plans Mon-
Vandergrift
day, allowing the church
to occupy a C-1, Commer-
cial site, at 139 and 141 E. PRESTON BURCH | THE GREER CITIZEN
Poinsett Street.
“BZA approval is part of
family leans our due diligence to de- Grace Community Church is looking to move into this site on Poinsett Street by 2019
termine suitability of the after renovations and construction later this year.
space for the intended use
for general church activ- manager of the busi- be satisfactory, and we ovation and construction
on community
ities including a worship ness operations of Grace proceed with a purchase in late summer/early fall
center, children’s space, Church. in spring 2018, design 2018 for occupancy in ear-
and related church minis- “If all due diligence and building plans would ly 2019,” he said.
tries,” said Jeff Randolph, items are determined to begin immediately for ren- SEE CHURCH | A6
Southern Palate
bringing new
flavor to Greer
BY KAELYN CASHMAN Norman has over 25
STAFF WRITER years of experience in the
culinary industry, grad-
Southern cuisine with a uating with honors from
side of hospitality. the Culinary Institute of
That’s what Southern the Carolinas.
Palate plans to serve up at “I was raised in Louisi-
it’s new location in Greer. ana,” Norman said. “We’ve
Chef Denise Norman got a little bit of Louisiana
and her husband, James, cooking with a little bit of
celebrated the grand southern cooking.”
opening of the restaurant Her favorite dish is
last Thursday at 1209 W. chicken cakes.
Poinsett St. “It’s kind of like a crab
“Everything’s made cake, but it’s made with
fresh,” Norman said of the chicken, and it’s served
KAELYN CASHMAN | THE GREER CITIZEN menu, which resembles over fresh cream corn with
a meat and two at lunch. fried Brussels and balsam-
Chef Denise Norman and her husband, James, are ready to serve customers at Southern Palate, which is now open for “It’s just good, wholesome ic gastrique,” she said.
business at 1209 W. Poinsett Street. The business held a ribbon cutting last week. food.” SEE RESTAURANT | A6
News
illnesses.
LTBM needs runners,
walkers and volunteers for
the 7th Annual St. Paddy’s
Day Dash & Bash coming
AGSOUTH FARM CREDIT up Sunday, March 18.
HOLDING PHOTO CONTEST Four charities, includ-
AgSouth Farm Credit ing Let There Be Mom, will
Marketing Director Christy benefit from participants.
Smith says that the associ- To register, visit www.st-
ation is accepting entries paddysdashandbash.com/
for its 2018 “mAGnificent” register/.
Photo Contest. Volunteers and teams
The contest is open to are also needed for the
anyone residing in the 59 Bingo Dash coming up Sat-
Georgia and 34 South Car- urday, April 28.
olina counties served by The Bingo Dash is Let
AgSouth. There Be Mom’s Spring
“As the name of the con- scavenger hunt fundrais-
test reflects,” Smith said, er with a race through
“we want to focus on the the streets of downtown
importance of agriculture Greenville while hunting
and rural living in our ter- for Bingo Balls.
ritory. We’re looking for Each team of four has
photos that showcase our two hours to see how
hard working farmers, the many Bingos they can get.
beauty of our fields and
livestock and the day-to- FREE LITTLE LIBRARY
day goings on of living a OPENING IN GREER
life out in the country.” On March 9 at 3:30 p.m., PRESTON BURCH | THE GREER CITIZEN
The contest will run Greer Parks and Recre-
through June 1, 2018, and
voting from the public will
run June 2-20.
ation will hold a ribbon
cutting ceremony for the
newest Free Little Library
Roastin’ oysters
Thirteen photos will be at Springwood Park. The Greater Greer Chamber of Commerce held their 14th annual Oyster Roast on March 2 at 15-A Pelham Ridge Dr.
declared winners and will Mayor Rick Danner will More than $7,400 of the proceeds benefited Leadership Greer’s class project of putting Automatic External Defibrilla-
be showcased in the asso- be giving the Welcome and tors (AEDs) and Public Emergency Response Kits around downtown Greer and high traffic areas.
ciation’s annual calendar, cutting the ribbon along
Out in the County maga- with local neighbors and
zine and social media. The residents. disperse from there. a space for entertaining
grand prize winner will be Springwood Park is lo- For more informa- friends.”
featured on the cover and cated at City Stadium, 601 tion, contact Marut at Among the items to be
will receive $300. W. Arlington Ave., Greer, mwmarut@gmail.com. offered during market
In all, 13 winners will re- more specifically behind will include an assortment
ceive cash prizes totaling
$1,000.
For official rules and
the stadium on Wood Ave.
Please contact Justin
Miller at 848-2192 or jmill-
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FOR THREE-DAY EVENT
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state artisans and African
sourced textiles that sup-
Southern Palate
to enter online, visit Ag-
SouthFC.com under the
er@cityofgreer.org
any questions.
with growing home improve-
ment, interior design, and
port economic develop-
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TRENT STRONG BLOOD
GREER RELIEF SEEKS
VOLUNTEERS FOR VITA
DRIVE COMING TO PELHAM
The Blood Connection
Living, will open their
doors for a three-day
shopping event March 15-
Doors for the three-day
event will open on March
15 and run through March
NOW OPEN
Greer Relief & Resource is holding a Blood Drive 17, 2018. 17 at the home of Jon and
Agency, Inc., offers Vol- in memory of Trent Con- The company announced Brandi Ward located at 6
unteer Income Tax Assis- nelly, who died in January today that owners Jon and Hawkins Road, Greenville. 1209 West Poinsett Street
tance (VITA) to those who
need it most in the com-
from car crash injuries.
The Blood Drive is this
Brandi Ward will trans-
form their Pinterest-wor-
For more information,
visit chestnutliving.com. 864-469-7493
munity. Saturday, March 10, from thy, modern farm house
Instead of paying a high 10 a.m. to 7 p.m. at the into a storefront and will MTCC TO CELEBRATE 20 FRESH VEGETABLES • HOT PLATES
fee at traditional prepara- Pelham Road Walmart. offer spring décor, home YEARS WITH BANQUET
tion locations, neighbors TBC Donor Card or Pho- goods, gifts, and Chestnut Middle Tyger Commu- DAILY SPECIALS
in need can get their taxes to ID is required. Living merchandise to the nity Center is holding its
prepared for free and keep Lunch will be provided community. 20th Anniversary Award SANDWICHES • BURGERS • SOUPS • SALADS
much needed refunds in for all donors, and prize “At the heart of the Celebration and Banquet
their pockets. items will be raffled. Chestnut Living brand, on Tuesday, March 20,
Greer Relief is looking All donors will receive a our mission is to help our from 6-8 p.m. at Pacific
for volunteer tax prepar- $10 Walmart Card. customers create a simple Place, located at 59 Groce
ers and greeters. life they love. We believe Road, Lyman.
Don’t have any experi- THE FAREHOUSE TO HOST this begins in the home. For more information,
ence with taxes? That’s ok! TAYLORS CLEAN UP Our purpose for hosting contact Rochelle Williams
Go to www.vitavolun- Michael Marut, Owner Spring Market is to offer at 439-7760 ext. 175 or
teer.org to learn more of The FareHouse, a new products to our local com- rochelle.williams@spart5. Dine In • To Go • Catering
about the program and restaurant opening this munity that encompass net. Mon-Wed 11-2 • Thur-Sat 11-8 • Sun 11-3
training. spring at the Taylors Mill, the simplistic lifestyle
For more information is inviting the community that we embraced in our
or to volunteer for VITA, to join together for a trash own family,” Brandi Ward,
contact Evan McLeod at pick-up morning on Satur- Founder and Designer of
volunteer@greerrelief.org day, March 10 at 10 a.m. Chestnut Living, said in a
or 334-3492. The group will be pick- statement. “Pieces avail-
ing up trash along Taylors’ able during market have
LTBM SEEKS VOLUNTEERS Main Street. been handpicked to craft
FOR UPCOMING EVENTS Meet at the Dock No. 3 a well-designed home in
Let There Be Mom parking lot at the Taylors a way that brings fami-
(LTBM) works to preserve Mill, and the teams will lies together, and creates
Storyteller
riculum, getting buildings that are predicted to help GHS about six months ago
ready, and we’ll start re- take care of our growing to start this process of de-
cruiting residents and population here in the Up- veloping a residency pro-
have residents coming in state,” he said. gram,” Patterson said.
Dean Campbell, the Squire of the Dark Corner, presented “Twice-told Tales & Twice-sung in 2020,” said Dr. Seth Pat- Patterson shared the
Ballads of the Dark Corner” on Saturday, March 3, at the Greer Heritage Museum. terson, program director update during the Greater kaelyn@greercitizen.com | 877-2076
MTTC receives
$7,500 grant
Lyman’s Middle Tyger ment, a senior center, and
Community Center re- support for adolescent
cently received a $7,500 families.
Critical Community Needs “Middle Tyger Commu-
Grant from the Dominion nity Center is dedicated
Energy Charitable Foun- to helping families and
dation for needed equip- individuals on the path to
ment, food and crisis man- financial stability, but we
agement. also recognize that it is
Middle Tyger Commu- impossible for a person to
nity Center provides com- focus on long-term change
prehensive resources to when they are hungry,”
the community, from birth said Andrea Moore, MTCC
through retirement. Executive Director. “This
Programs include a pre- grant from Dominion En-
school, adult education, a ergy allows us to meet ba-
free health clinic, a coun- sic food needs while also
seling center, crisis inter- providing resources for in-
vention and case manage- creased self-sufficiency.”
Opinion
The Greer Citizen
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the month of February.
If you let us know, as GUEST EDITORIAL We developed this habit
while we dated.
many of you did last
T
he Greer Citizen accepts Let- • Nearly a third (30 percent) of U.S. consum- them and are principally about providing legal evil; hold fast to what is good.
ters to the Editor. Letters ers were notified of a breach in the past year, cover for the breached company. Love one another with brother-
should be 125 words or less up from 12 percent in 2016. All of this combined caused consumers to ly affection. Outdo one another
and include a name and a phone • For the first time ever, Social Security num- shift the perceived responsibility for prevent- in showing honor. Do not be
number for verification. bers (35 percent) were compromised more than ing fraud from themselves to other entities, slothful in zeal, be fervent in
The Greer Citizen reserves the credit card numbers (30 percent) in breaches. such as companies storing their data. spirit, serve the Lord. Rejoice in
right to edit any content. • Finally, data breaches are causing consum- Some things don’t change. Looking for some- hope, be patient in tribulation,
Letters to the Editor can be ers to lose trust in institutions. These trends one to blame for an intractable problem re- be constant in prayer. Contrib-
mailed to 317 Trade St., Greer combined to cause consumers to shift the mains as much a part of human nature in the ute to the needs of the saints
29651. perceived responsibility for preventing fraud computer age as ever. and seek to show hospitality.”
from themselves to other entities, such as their
financial institution or the companies storing This guest editorial was written and published by The Times and Democrat.
Greer recognizes
Bearded Brothers Tattoo [it],” said Council Member of property owned by B. Scott Streetman located at Ridgecrest
Company asked Greer City Jay Arrowood. “The im- Cicle from O-D (Office District) to R-7.5 (Residential Single-Fam-
Council to address the age that some folks have, ily).
possibility of allowing tat- I think a lot of that has
contest winners
too businesses in commer- changed.”
cial zonings last year. City Administrator Ed Abner Creek: Greer City Council unanimously approved the first
Driggers discussed pos- reading of an ordinance to change the zoning classification of
sibilities for changing the property owned by Richard Frans located at 937 Abner Creek
‘We currently allow ordinance. Road from C-3 (Commercial) to R-7.5 (Residential Single-Family). BY KAELYN CASHMAN high school students in
“If there’s a request for STAFF WRITER the area.
those facilities in us to make revisions to “I’m not sure about prior
our zoning ordinance, Victor Hill: Greer City Council unanimously approved the first Riverside students re- to 2015, but it seems we
our S-1, Services, we’re glad to do that, but I reading of an ordinance to annex property owned by Dobbie ceived recognition last have consistently had 200
do know in offline conver- Limited Partnership located at Victor Hill Road and to establish a Tuesday night at Greer’s participants each year,”
and our I-1, sations that there are dif- zoning classification of I-1, Industrial. monthly city council meet- Davis said.
ferent opinions,” Driggers ing. This year, 65 students
Industrial, districts said. Mayor Rick Danner and participated from River-
Some possibilities in- Road Sign: Greer City Council unanimously approved the first Events Coordinator Rob- side Middle School, and
as special exceptions clude allowing tattoo busi- and final reading of a resolution to rename Ryan’s Corporate bie Davis handed out cer- 160 students participat-
nesses in C-1, C-2 and C-3. Way to Walter Brashier Drive and directed staff to install appro- tificates and gifts cards ed from Riverside High
only.’ Other versions may allow priate signage. to the top three winners School.
tattoo businesses in only of the Black History Essay “The contest is always
C-2 and C-3 or in C-1 by Contest from the middle free to the public, and
Kelli McCormick special exception. City Attorney: Greer City Council unanimously approved the and high schools. we have a great following
Planning manager “There’s any multi- first and final reading of a resolution to reappoint John B. Dug- “The goal of the City from Mr. Charles Martin’s
tude of variety of how we gan and Daniel R. Hughes and their law firm, Duggan & Hughes, of Greer for Black Histo- classes at Riverside High
could craft that language,” LLC, as city attorneys. ry Month Essay Contest School,” Davis said. “There
“We currently allow Driggers said. “We could is to highlight contribu- have been winners from
those facilities in our S-1, certainly look at another tions that African Ameri- his class the last three
Services, and our I-1, In- community.” O’Neal Village: Greer City Council unanimously approved the can men and women have years.”
dustrial, districts as spe- Mayor Rick Danner first and final reading of a resolution to accept O’Neal Village made to the history of the Winners from Riverside
cial exceptions only,” ex- brought the matter to Phase 3 subdivision streets, namely Daystrom Drive and Novelty United States,” Danner Middle included Sutton
plained Kelli McCormick, council to determine in- Drive into the City of Greer street system. said. Walters in third place with
Planning Manager. “There- terest before allotting city Students were asked to an essay on Harriet Tub-
fore, if one of those uses staff resources to pursue a write and submit an essay man, Elizabeth Rogers in
or businesses is proposed change. Lismore Streets: Greer City Council unanimously approved the celebrating and honoring second place with an es-
to go into the city, they do “I think there’s enough first and final reading of a resolution to accept Enclave at Lis- their African American he- say on Kimberly Clarice
need to find property in interest,” Mayor Danner more subdivision streets, namely Filtro Drive, Werninger Court roes. Then, the city events Aiken and Aanem Hasnie
S-1 or I-1 or have a proper- said. “We’ll see if we can and Vauburen Court into the City of Greer street system. division read the essays. in first place with an essay
ty rezoned to one of those shape something that “We’ve created a set of on Richard Wright.
districts and then also ap- would be agreeable to criteria that the student Winners from Riverside
ply for a special exception council in the future.” Abandoned Building: Greer City Council unanimously ap- must follow,” Davis said. High included: Jordan Bry-
with our board of zoning City staff will now look proved the first and final reading of a resolution certifying 1316 “This is a great way for ant in third place with an
appeals. into drafting a revised or- West Wade Hampton Boulevard Units A, B and C as abandoned children to practice their essay on Jesse Jackson,
“The requirements un- dinance, and council will building sites in the City of Greer. writing skills while learn- Emily Davis in second
der that special exception look to discuss the matter ing about someone new place with an essay on
include locating those again in the near future. or telling us about their Zora Neale Hurston and
businesses 1,000 feet Bunkroom Renovations: Greer City Council unanimously hero.” Jacob Pegues in first place
from churches, schools, kaelyn@greercitizen.com | 877-2076 approved Cushman’s Construction at a cost of $42,500 for the The City of Greer has with an essay on Lt. Colo-
playgrounds, recreation renovations of the bunk room at headquarters operated by the been hosting the contest nel Lee A. Archer.
facilities, residentially Greer Fire Department. since 2011 for middle and
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FROM PAGE ONE
BOARD ACTION
RESTAURANT: Opens ARRESTS:
Grace Church has nine
campuses, including an ex- Reduced setback: The board unanimously approved the
isting Greer campus which variance for a 25-foot instead of 40-foot setback along Ryan’s
meets Sunday mornings at Corporate Way, soon to be Walter Brashier Drive, for the former
FROM PAGE ONE
Poinsett Street location er-in-law was a fantastic born out of members of Car lot: The board unanimously approved the special exception
last August, The Normans
shared a kitchen with
three other caterers.
cook, and she really gave
me that passion and the
fresh vegetables,” she
trafficking Grace Church who live in
and around Greer with
a heart for worship and
to allow Butch Sims to put a Used Car Lot at 301 Arlington Road
with the required screening.
“We’ve had a success- said. “They had a farm. FROM PAGE ONE ministry in the local Greer Reduced parking: The board unanimously approved the vari-
ful catering company for They’re from Mississippi.” community,” Randolph ance to reduce the number of parking spaces in the Lower Food
about five years,” Norman With her own family, and have confidence in the said. parking area located at 850 Suber Road from 320 to 264.
said. “We outgrew our oth- Norman prepared din- process. It’s a real prob- The Greer campus start-
er kitchen.” ner for her two kids to lem. It’s not something ed in October 2016 with a Front setback: The board unanimously approved the variance
“When we started look- eat when their dad came you just see on TV.” weekly attendance of 350 for a 12-foot setback instead of 20-foot in front of Nepthali
ing for a new kitchen, home from work. Police identified 31 new people. Saldana’s house located at 300 Brown Street in order to allow for
we found this,” she con- “I’ve always loved it, suspects as part of the op- “Local church with a fo- the addition of a porch.
tinued. “It had a dining even when the kids were eration, which will require cus on Biblical teaching
room, so we talked about little, cooking for them,” plenty of follow up. and community-based dis- of time to harvest those sires to get access from
it, prayed about it. It has she said. “We always had “We have 31 people cipleship are at the core of tax credits, but we are a that parking garage back
been great.” family meal.” that…are actively seek- who we are as a church,” non-profit,” he said. “To to Poinsett, so we’re in
After moving, the Nor- “We sat down and had ing children,” Lewis said. Randolph said. harvest those tax credits, conversations about us-
mans renovated the place dinner. It was just part of “They’re predators. We “Our goals would be to you need to create a for ing that open space, alley,
themselves. our every day life. I’ve al- just created 31 more cases create street level activi- profit entity under the courtyard so that it would
“It took us a little bit ways enjoyed it.” for us by running an oper- ty, ensure design quality non-profit.” serve as a point of entry
longer, but we paid for it As a result, family and ation. The man power is and compatibility, and When the issue of park- to our buildings as well as
as we did it,” James Nor- friends started asking not only essential for the enhance the tax base. We ing arose, Randolph men- an access from Poinsett to
man said. “We didn’t want Norman to prepare food operations, but it’s also would purchase this build- tioned no problems. the rear of the property
to create a lot of debt.” for special occasions, and essential post-operation.” ing in a for profit entity “We’ve had no issues to the garage,” Randolph
“That’s my business the business grew from Lewis said parents of in order to capture the in downtown,” Randolph said.
manager,” Norman said. there. When her kids grad- young children should be tax credits in a historical said. “There’s enough “The details of the ga-
“He’s the CFO.” uated from high school, aware of their child’s so- building.” parking in the downtown rage, as we understand
Denise and James have her husband encouraged cial media presence and Founded in 1995, Grace area on Sundays. We have it, are still getting formu-
been married for 31 years her to go back to school. the dangers that could Church currently has a not seen that problem at lated, but they know that
with two grown children. “Culinary school seemed come as a result. weekly attendance of Grace Hall. People are go- staff needs to get from
“We’ve been open a like the perfect thing,” she “Monitor your kids’ ac- about 8,500 people across ing to walk ten minutes.” that garage to Poinsett,”
month,” Norman said. said. tivities, especially on so- 19 services. With the city’s plans to he continued. “We’ve al-
“Cooking’s always been a The Normans own a wed- cial media. Know what “We believe that build the parking garage ready agreed with staff to
part of my life.” ding venue in Landrum, they’re doing and where throughout the week you behind the two parcels, do that. I think it would
Growing up the young- where they cater for wed- they are. Know what’s go- will have as many as 1,500 Grace Church is working be similar to the public
est of four girls, she dings and other events ing on,” Lewis said. “Look people in the downtown with the city to allow ac- courtyard next to the Strip
helped in the kitchen with such as corporate func- for changes in your kids’ area, using restaurants, cess from the garage to Club.”
her dad, who was the main tions and birthday parties. behavior. You know their shopping,” Randolph said. Poinsett Street. The Strip Club owns the
cook in the family. “We like being in Greer,” demeanor and how they’re “We believe we’re a seven “We are in discussions courtyard, which is under
“I just enjoyed being in Norman said. “I didn’t feeling. Pay attention. Do day church, so we’ll have with city staff knowing an easement to the city, so
the kitchen with him and know anything about the right thing for your activity every day. that behind this building the Strip Club maintains
doing stuff. My mom al- Greer, but we love it.” kids and I promise you “We would purchase this out the back of the D&D the property but provides
ways made sure that we “Everybody’s been real will have less victims.” building in a for profit en- Ford what was the show- access to the city.
were well fed, but she nice,” she said. tity, so we would continue room is the new parking
didn’t have a love of cook- billy@greercitizen.com | 877-2076 to pay taxes for a period garage, and the city de- kaelyn@greercitizen.com | 877-2076
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ATTRIBUTED TO OVERDOSE ed they have been having her ass I will.” The officer
IN GREENVILLE COUNTY problems for over two asked Carter to calm down
Police say overdose was subsequently survived, filed by the Greer Police months. and requested her identifi-
the cause of death for only to sadly lose his life Department or the Spar- Moss stated she unin- cation.
crash
three local residents over during this incident,” the tanburg County Sheriff’s tentionally grabbed the The officer then spoke
the weekend in Greenville sheriff’s office stated. Office. All suspects are to victim’s face and turned with a victim, who stated
County. Police believe fentanyl be considered innocent him around. that she had been Car-
The first incident, ac- played a role in the over- until proven guilty in the Due to both stories col- ter’s roommate for three
cording to the Greenville doses. court of law.) laborating, physical mani- weeks.
County Sheriff’s Office, “Investigators believe festation of injury on the She stated that she BY KAELYN CASHMAN
took place at a residence that there is a significant DOMESTIC VIOLENCE victim’s face and lip, and moved out this past Friday STAFF WRITER
on Churchill Downs. The cause for concern that the On Monday, deputies Moss openly admitting to and, when she did, Carter
victim’s body was discov- substances consumed by from the Spartanburg putting hands on the vic- started harassing her. Car- A Taylors man passed
ered in close proximity to each of these victims was County Sheriff’s Office tim, officers found prob- ter has sent multiple text away following a two-ve-
an off-white powder sub- mixed or cut with fentanyl responded to 4 Elmhurst able cause to make an ar- about wanting her key and hicle crash last Friday, ac-
stance. Police say the sec- or a similar substance. Ac- St., located in Spartanburg rest. wanting $40 more dollars cording to the Greenville
ond incident occurred the cording to drugabuse.gov, County in reference to a Moss was arrested for from the victim in regards County Coroner’s Office.
following day at a Motel fentanyl is a powerful syn- domestic call. domestic violence third to the power bill. She used Charles Raekwon Guz-
6, located at 2015 Wade thetic opioid that is simi- Upon arrival, officers degree. profanity and cursed at man, Jr., 22, who was driv-
Hampton Blvd. lar to morphine but is 50 met with a male victim, the victim in the text. Car- ing a 1995 Jaguar, was
“This incident yielded – 100 times more potent,” who stated his wife, Elis- DISORDERLY CONDUCT ter had texted the victim traveling south on Greer
another case of an off- the sheriff’s office said. abeth Moss, cut his face On Monday, Spartan- five times in less than two Highway (U.S. Highway
white powdery substance “The dangers of taking after an argument. The burg County deputies re- minuets. 276) at approximately
that was located near the any illegal drugs go with- victim stated the two were sponded to 169 Hadden The officer was able to 8:22 a.m. when his vehi-
victim’s body,” a state- out saying, but fentanyl in the process of getting a Heights Rd. in reference to read the text. Those text cle struck a curb. He then
ment from the sheriff’s is an extremely deadly divorce. The victim said an a threat. got progressively more overcorrected and crossed
office read. substance that has been argument resulted when Upon arrival, police lo- hostile and aggressive the into the northbound lanes
The third incident was known to kill within min- they couldn’t agree on cated Alexis Carter stand- more Carter communicat- of traffic.
also on March 3 at a res- utes. We want to warn the where the kids were going ing inside the doorway ed with the victim. His vehicle was struck
idence on Junueau Court. public that the problem ex- to go to school. of the business speaking Carter continued yelling, broadside by a 2016
“Similar to the two pre- ists. We urge every friend, The victim stated Moss with an employee. Carter cursing, and screaming Dodge pickup truck that
viously described inci- and/or family member began throwing things and was very agitated when at another female. Carter was traveling northbound.
dents, an off-white pow- to intervene if they see when the husband went to police arrived and was dis- was approaching that fe- Guzman was pro-
der substance was located or know somebody who leave the residence, Moss rupting the business, the male with her fist balled nounced dead at the scene
near the victim. During the might be struggling with came from behind him incident report stated. up. At that point she was with the cause of death be-
course of investigation, it drug addiction.” and dug her fingernails When the officer spoke placed in handcuffs and ing blunt force trauma.
was discovered that just into the side of his face to Carter, her initial state- advised that she was un- This collision is being
two weeks prior, the vic- (Note: All information turning him around. The ment was “you better get der arrest. investigated by the South
tim had received two ad- contained in the following officer observed fresh her.” The officer asked Carter was charged with Carolina Highway Patrol
ministered doses of Nar- was taken directly from cuts on the right side of what was going on and public disorderly conduct. and the Greenville County
can after overdosing, and the official incident reports the victim’s face and on had her step outside of Coroner’s Office.
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Young BLAME
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hope to Heartbreak
make M
y 5-month-old
daughter is accom-
plishing all kinds of
milestones.
She’s sitting up, laugh-
Rebels
for us. We have several After all, she thinks I’m
power house hitters along rnes coach Brandi Aiken Christa Whitesides (Er- will be stacked once again. pretty great. I’ve finally
with speed and quickness said. “But it is important skine College) return to “Boiling Springs is al- figured out ways to make
return
at any given point in the that we stay focused on first base and center-field ways a strong team and her laugh, and anytime
line-up. We also have some the little things and win- respectively. Both players I expect the same this we’re together we’re
strong, key upperclassmen ning one game at a time are five-year letter winners spring,” she said. “Gaffney smiling at each other and
that will be able to provide
guidance and direction for
the younger players. I am
core group rather than looking ahead
to big region games and
the playoffs.
for the Lady Rebels.
Junior outfielder
Hayden Bradley and senior
has a young, promising
pitcher as well as some
talented position players
playing all the games we
know how to play. Surely,
if she boycotts anybody, it
super thrilled to see what “While we return all but designated player Amber and could really sneak up won’t be me. She’s always
this group can accomplish BY BILLY CANNADA one member from last Campbell (SMC) both add on some people.” going to be a daddy’s girl.
this year.” SPORTS EDITOR years team, this group, speed and power to the The Rebels have also As I thought more about
Blue Ridge will field a like every team, has its batting line-up, while Ada beefed up their non-con- this, I ended up creating
strong lineup that will The 2017 state champi- own personality. It will be Grace Smith returns after ference slate. a jinx.
Rhinehart hopes will give ons are ready to defend both similar and different suffering a back injury last “We have tried to sched- Two weeks ago we were
opposing defenses plenty their title. from the team we put on year. ule a tough non-confer- with some family and Pen-
of trouble. The Byrnes softball team the field in 2017.” Byrnes will also wel- ence schedule with Union, ny did something she’d
“There is not a weak will bring back many of Returning to the mound come eighth-graders Molly JL Mann, May River, and never done before. She
point in our lineup,” she the faces that hoisted the are Kasey Widmyer (2016, Mattas and Tiara Pearson, Clover, as well as our Lady began protesting anybody
said. “ We are looking for a trophy last spring, which 2017 All-State selection), who “are both promising Rebel Invitational and that held her other than
high ability to get on base could spell trouble for Tatum Arboleda (2016 All- talents for the Lady Rebels Crescent Tournament,” her parents. I didn’t know
from our 1-2 punch, Bay- other region contenders. State selection) and Haylee and will see some playing Aiken said. “That will help what to do. My grand-
lie King and Ashley Styles. “We are a talented team Whitesides. time this spring,” accord- us prepare for our region mother, grandfather, aunt
They both provide power, with the potential to have Seniors Haven Pesce ing to Aiken. games and the playoffs.” and cousin each took
SEE TIGERS | B2 another great season,” By- (Lander University) and Aiken said the region turns either picking her
up or talking to her, and
her reaction was the same
each time…
Crusader
Belmont Abbey quickly match point opportunities
struck back in the bottom for the Cobras. us for our region
of the inning with three The Crusaders evened
competition.’
Corner
home runs that resulted it up at 26 on a kill from
in five runs. It didn’t take Ben Hamsho and got some
long for NGU to respond. help on the next point
In the top of the fifth, a with an error from the Co- Alecia Rhinehart
two RBI double by Connor bras that made it 27 – 26 Blue Ridge softball coach
Grant and an RBI-single by the inning allowed BAC in favor of NGU.
Alex Williams put North to take a 12-4 lead, which Coker tied it up at 27 on another starting line-up so
Greenville back ahead 7-5. would become the final the next point but North the threat never ends.”
Kipp Rollings came in to score. Greenville responded with Competing in the region,
pitch at the bottom of the a kill from Matthew Mc- however, will be no small
seventh in relief of Ethan LAX TOPS OHIO VALLEY Manaway to make it 28–27 task.
Garner. Rollings would The North Greenville and used another Coker “As a new coach and
allow just one hit, three women’s lacrosse team miscue to earn the two- new to the State of Caroli-
walks, and no runs in his took down Ohio Valley point win. na, I know that our region
three innings of relief. University 16–1 on Mon- NGU stormed out to a is tough,” Rhinehart said.
NGU added two insur- day, the largest margin of 13–6 lead in the second “We have the defending
ance runs in the seventh. victory for the Crusaders frame and never looked State Champions, Union
An RBI-double by Chan- this season. back. Brandon Baker County and we also have
dler and an RBI-single by Aly Estes scored the would make it 23–14 lat- a very strong Travelers
Jack Morris gave North first goal of the game less PHOTO | COURTESY OF NGCRUSADERS.COM er in the frame while a Rest team. The region will
Greenville a 9-5 lead, than six minutes in to give Boldog ace moved NGU to provide a challenge for
which would end up being North Greenville a 1-0 The women’s LAX team beat Ohio Valley 16-1 recently, its set point. us. However, I have inten-
the final score. lead. Hanna Hawkins and largest margin of victory this season. The Cobras finished off tionally scheduled strong
Jillian Cheisa would add the second set for North opponents all throughout
GAME 2 NGU’s second and third with four goals each. Es- warm welcome from a Greenville after a service the year to better prepare
For the second straight scores of the game to tes added a pair of assists friendly crowd and pa- error following a pair of us for our region competi-
game, the first three in- make it 3–0 with 23:49 left while Hawkins added one parazzi. Once inside, back-to-back scores to tion.”
nings went scoreless. in the first half. helper. guests receive the royal pull to within nine. The head coach said her
North Greenville once The Scotts would score The Crusaders caused treatment, including hair North Greenville held team is focusing less on
again struck in the fourth their first and only goal 16 OVU turnovers with a and makeup stations, shoe another lead in the third long-term goals and more
with three runs. Jeffrey of the game with 19:42 trio of players including shining stations, corsages set down the backstretch on personal goals.
Chandler drove in the on the clock when Kayla Emily Colson who had and boutonnieres, kara- of the frame. The Cru- “One big team goal that
first run with an RBI-sin- Stewart found the back of three caused turnovers oke, dinner and of course saders led 22–19 before we have is 100 percent ef-
gle up the middle. After a the net with the help of and five ground balls. dancing! The highlight a service error pulled the fort, no matter what the
walk by Sean Parsons and Emily Prentice. Jillian Cheisa and Kel- of the night comes when Cobras to within two. circumstance,” Rhinehart
a double by Jack Morris, NGU’s defense clamped logg also had five ground- every one of the Night to A kill by Grayson Law- said. “Our team has ad-
Jared Williams singled down on the OVU offense balls apiece. Shine guests is crowned rence would pull North opted the slogan, ‘100 per-
through the right side to for the rest of the game, king or queen of the prom! Greenville closer to sweep, cent, We Can, We Will, We
score Parsons. Later in the allowing just six shots in MEN’S LAX GIVES BACK The “Night to Shine” web- making the score 23–21. Must.’ It’s our goal to put
inning, Utah Jones walked, the final 49-minutes of The North Greenville site describes the event The Cobras would tack forth our best effort in any
driving in Morris and put- regulation. men’s lacrosse recently as an unforgettable prom on one more point on a situation. It is also an im-
ting NGU up 3-0. Hanna Hawkins an- took some time from its night experience centered kill but the Crusaders portant goal for us to help
Belmont Abbey scored swered the only goal for normal routine to vol- around God’s love, for were able to put the game build Blue Ridge as whole
to get on the board in the OVU with three consecu- unteer at the “Night To people with special needs away when McManaway and put Blue Ridge on the
bottom of the fourth in- tive scores, all with assists Shine”, a prom night expe- ages 14 and older. The put down a kill following map, especially in the soft-
ning with an RBI-ground- from Taylor Kennington. rience for people with spe- event is hosted by church- a Cobras error that made ball world. Another goal is
out. Belmont Abbey added Aly Estes would tack cial needs and sponsored es all over the world in- it game point for North most definitely to win re-
a run in the fifth when a on three more scores in by Tim Tebow. cluding several in the state Greenville. gion. We have the utmost
fielding error allowed a the first half while Rachel On February 9th the of South Carolina. Ben Hamsho led North ability to do this and it’s
run to score. Kellogg also found the net team took a trip to Brook- “The opportunity to Greenville with 12 kills on super achievable.”
A two-run home run in once to give the Crusaders wood Baptist Church to serve others at the Night the night on 12 attempts. The Tigers will need
the sixth gave Belmont an 11–1 lead at intermis- buddy up with one of the To Shine event was a fan- He hit a perfect 1.000 for help from their base-run-
Abbey its first lead of the sion. hundreds of participants tastic experience for our the match and also had ners early to make up for
game with a score of 4-3. The Crusaders opened with special needs. Each guys, my staff and my- four block assists on de- a short-handed pitching
North Greenville quickly the second half with three player was matched with self. The fact that the en- fense. staff.
tied the game in the sev- goals from Emily Colson a buddy for the night to tire team was able to put Matthew McManaway “We have several power
enth with an RBI-double which made it 14–1 with participate in a variety of others before themselves had 11 kills for North house hitters, along with
by Chandler that scored 7:59 left. activities including limou- on a Friday night right be- Greenville and a pair of consistent speedsters who
Connor Grant. Beth Farrell and Taylor sine rides, dinner, a red fore our first home game digs. pose both a short and long
With a tied game head- Kennington would also carpet walk, to a crowning of 2018 says a lot about Jake Boldog dished out game threat,” Rhinehart
ing to the bottom of the tack on goals before the and shoe shining. the character and integri- 39 assists and a pair of said. “We will have these
8th, the game quickly end of regulation to earn Every guest of Night to ty of our men,” said head services aces to go along kids for several years.
drifted away from North NGU the 15-point victory. Shine enters this compli- coach Corey Struss. “It is with seven digs and a cou- Team chemistry is also a
Greenville. Four hits, four Estes and Hawkins mentary event on a red critical for our program ple of assisted blocks. huge strength for us. This
walks, and a hit batter in would lead all players carpet complete with a to be involved in the com- group of girls support,
encourage and feed off of
each other.Our pitching
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Brainstorming Ideas
side Middle students are
November 2016
taking learning out of the
classrooms and into the
community through the
help of a Learning Studios
grant.
Utilizing shared tech-
nology and resources, ea-
ger Library Club members
and a partnership with
Digital Promise Global,
the school recently wit-
nessed the tangible re-
Computer Blueprint
sults of its efforts when
the “Read and Feed” little
library and food pantry
was installed at Woodland
Elementary in January.
Introduced in November
2016, the Global Goals,
Local Solutions challenge
asked students to offer a
solution to one of the UN
Sustainable Goals. Unable PHOTO | COURTESY GAELYN JENKINS
to narrow the field to one,
the club decided to ad- Eighth grader and design team member Nathan He drilled screws into the ‘Read and
dress Quality Education Feed’ during construction.
and No More Hunger.
After brainstorming that encompassed both,
3-D Prototype
ideas, the students were and were able to receive a
divided into four groups large amount of donations
(Design, Marketing, Lo- without the added prom-
gistics and Research) to ise of incentives.
make it happen. “It’s wonderful for
team-working. I had a lot
‘I pinch myself of fun because I was work-
ing with people I knew and
everyday that I get people I didn’t know so I
got to know them…I liked
to work here and listening to everyone’s
ideas,” John said.
develop these things The next month the
members presented their
with the kids.’ solution in a world-wide
live share to other Digital
Constructed Station
Promise Global partici-
Gaelyn pants.
Jenkins “In December, we had
February 2017
REALITY
where they wanted to con- out of wood and actual-
tribute. ly make it a thing, so we
The Read and Feed sta- thought maybe someday,
tion began with a design but then Maker Ed and
on paper before evolving Digital Promise Global PHOTO | COURTESY DIMITRI MOORE, DIGITAL PROMISE GLOBAL
into a 3-D printer model, a were working on this ini- origami a club
cardboard version and fi- tiative called Maker Prom- Seventh grader Kaitlyn John performs during a commercial to students. where any-
nally a wooden one; plans ise and they thought this to promote the food and book donation drive. Free “maker one can really
for signage and door is a great way for students events,” often join,” He said.
styles (oven versus micro- to truly make an impact in taught by teach- The educator with
wave style) and competing their community.” ents and students have Learning Studios program. ers or other students a background in En-
prototypes were adjusted In February 2017, the sent in books and food to Other semesters have ad- with a particular skill, glish and history can’t
based on logistics; and organization sent out a donate as well. I check it dressed social equity with are offered to students af- believe she is teaching
ideas for an electronic team to help the students weekly and sort through the creation of student ter school once or twice a students to use 3-D print-
alert system were scaled make the prototype a re- the books and food,” she suggestion boxes and month. ers and learn force and
back before the final ality–measuring, sawing, said. gaming for learning that “We make things avail- motion with robotics.
product was created. hammering, painting and The school has adver- saw a group design “The able to students and “I pinch myself every-
Eighth grader Raymond signing with handprints– tised in its newsletter and Struggle is Real” game teachers through a ‘maker- day that I get to work here
He was on the design before planning the move website how to donate and which explored what it is space’ that kind of enrich and develop these things
team. to Woodland. use the station, and Li- like to be a teenager. the learning experience, with the kids,” said Jen-
“We did five, six, maybe brary Cadets are planning These projects repre- bring it more hands-on,” kins, who has worked at
even 10 designs,” He said. PROJECT IN ACTION to sustain the box. sent a shift in learning she said. “It’s definitely a RMS for four years. “It’s
The Research and Mar- “Woodland is one of our “Our school is very and teaching technique shift away from libraries definitely been the most
keting teams gathered feeder schools. We want- thankful for the donation that focuses on tangible being knowledge storing fulfilling part [of my job]–
statistics and developed a ed to keep (the station) in of this project by RMS. It experiences offered in a spaces and becoming a one of those things where
video to encourage book our local community, and is extra special because shared space. more active learning envi- you see the connections
and food donations for they actually had started many of our former Wood- “It is an emerging thing,” ronment.” and all of a sudden (the
the station. a clothes closet program. land alumnae that attend Jenkins said. “Most librar- A three-year member students) will come in and
“I like dancing and act- We thought that this could RMS now helped to cre- ies are moving to a new of the Library Club, He is say see what I made…It’s
ing and doing a video was be the perfect comple- ate this,” Rouse said. “As model…more about em- excited about the chang- been really, really fun to
something I was interest- ment because families that a Leader in Me school, powering students to be ing image of the school watch them explore and
ed in so I thought that might be in need could get we love the fact that our creators and innovators. library. be creative.”
would be fun,” said sev- a lot of different things in students are continuing It’s not just you come to “I want people to know “It’s an interesting time
enth grader Kaitlyn John, the same location,” Jen- the leadership habits that the library and you check it’s a place to do what to be a librarian.”
who was on the marketing kins said. were learned in elementa- out a book and you might you want and also teach- A video of the proj-
team, which also faced Since installation in the ry school.” learn new things. It’s also es you about other things ect is available at
competing ideas. school car line, the Read about taking knowledge through projects…It’s for http://digitalpromise.
While some members and Feed station has been FUTURE-READY and creating something.” people who really want org/2017/05/25/mid-
of the group suggested a used, according to Wood- The Global Goals, Local The SC PTA Middle to learn, for people who dle-school-library-pro-
comedic approach, oth- land Elementary Media Solutions challenge is only School Teacher of the Year really want to read and motes-maker-learn-
ers wanted a serious pro- Specialist Courtney Rouse. one of the activities that has introduced robotics, want to do more stuff, ing-students/
motional video. The team “The ‘Read’ section is Riverside Middle students coding, 3-D printing, cook- new stuff, everyday if they
compromised on a video being used regularly. Par- have tackled through the ie decorating, knitting and really want to, because it’s jholcombe@greercitizen.com | 877-2076
Koenig to exhibit
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concept. In addition to my
PHOTO | SUBMITTED
COUCH THEATER |
Main Artists tographer and journalist
in the Spartanburg art and
professional work, I have
chosen photography as my
The Triumphant Quartet will headline LifeFM Radio
Network’s anniverary concerts on March 15-16.
music scene for nearly 20 artistic outlet with several
Co-op
LifeFM sponsors
years. Some of the pictures exhibits in South Caroli-
BY AMY ANDERSON he chose for this show are na. Art, photography, and
During March and April, not only representations graphics communication
NEW RELEASES photography artist Thom- of multi-exposure and for me are not only a pro-
FOR THE WEEK OF MARCH 5 as Koenig will exhibit at fession, they are personal,
Things
boyfriends, college ap- The second performance
plications and a deeply will be held Wednesday, ‘Ragtime’
felt need for freedom and March 28, 7 p.m. at Fur- March 9-25
To Do
personal expression. It’s man University’s McAl- Greenville Little Theatre
California in the early ister Auditorium. There 233-6238
2000s, and Lady Bird’s the band will be joined greenvillelittletheatre.org
mother Marion (Laurie onstage by musicians of
Metcalf) is left to support the Greenville All-Coun- Furman Singers
the family after her hus-
band loses his job, all the NEW LISTINGS | ty Senior Wind Ensemble.
Admission is free.
March 12-13, 8 p.m.
Daniel Memorial Chapel
while Lady Bird dreams of For more information, Furman University
an Ivy League education ‘APPERCEPTIONS’ visit www.greenvillecon- 294-2086
and some culture. It’s a ON DISPLAY AT FURMAN certband.org. FurmanMusic@furman.edu
real, touching look at the Drawings and paintings
bonds between mother by Flagler College Associ- CENTRE STAGE TO SHOW Furman Chamber Strings
and daughter, parents and ate Professor Sara Pedigo ‘MAMMA MIA!’ Closing Concert
children, and partners in will be on display through Centre Stage will present March 14, 8 p.m.
life. March 23 in Thompson the musical “Mamma Mia!” Daniel Recital Hall
Gallery of Roe Art Building March 15-April 8. Furman University
“The Breadwinner” (PG- on the Furman University The tale unfolds on a 294-2086
13) -- Eleven-year-old Par- campus. Greek island paradise. On FurmanMusic@furman.edu
vana (Saara Chaudry) and The exhibition, “Apper- the eve of her wedding, a
her father tend a market
stall in Taliban-controlled
ceptions,” is free and open
to the public and is spon-
daughter’s quest to dis-
cover the identity of her ONGOING EXHIBITS |
Afghanistan. They tell sored by the Furman De- father brings three men
stories to pass the time. partment of Art. from her mother’s past ‘Kathleen Moore:
When a misunderstanding In a statement, Pedigo back to the island they last The Storyteller’
with a local official leads says: visited 20 years ago. Through March 31
to the father’s arrest, “There is no life without The story telling magic Art-Walk Reception:
Parvana cuts off her hair light. I am enthralled and of ABBA’s timeless songs March 15, 5-9 p.m.
and disguises herself as preoccupied by light’s in- propels this enchanting West Main Artists Co-op
a boy in order to feed her credible power to trans- tale of love, laughter and WestMainArtists.org
family. She is joined by form my perception of friendship, creating an un-
her friend Shauzia (Soma objects, spaces, and the ARTWORK | SUBMITTED forgettable show. ‘Reminiscent Objects’
Chhaya), and both explore human body. Visual reality Show times are Thurs- Through March 10
the freedom and perils is in constant flux, forms Carol Story’s piece (above) is among the exhibits on day-Saturday at 8 p.m., West Main Artists Co-op
that come with the bold shift as they become ob- display in ‘The Role of Shadows’ which ends March 11 at Sunday matinees at 3 p.m. WestMainArtists.org
steps she has taken. Bol- scured or revealed. Light the West Main Artists Co-op in Spartanburg. For tickets or more
stered by a fertile imagi- is fleeting. Life is fleeting. information, visit cen- ‘The Role of Shadows’
nation and a penchant for Shadows move across the who grew up in Spartan- ner of Frogmore Stew, trestage.org. Through March 11
storytelling, she sets out living room, white cur- burg, developed her in- 1/2 lb. BBQ plate, or hot West Main Artists Co-op
to find and free her father
before the family is found
tains become a dance of
pale blue and evening’s
terest in art as a student
in Spartanburg School
dogs and sausage dogs
with proceeds to benefit EVENT REMINDERS | WestMainArtists.org
out. The animation style orange light; my own skin District Seven, studying FCA-Chapman.
lends itself lovingly to the dissolves or emerges from under mentors Tom Wil- Phil and Gaye John- ‘Prince Caspian’
story, which is based on a blue wall. The inher- lis, MacArthur Goodwin son, along with PacJAM’s Through April 21
the “Breadwinner” book ent beauty I see in these and Betty Bramlett. After Melrose Mountain String Logos Theatre
series by Deborah Ellis. small interactions drives graduating from Spartan- Band, will entertain during www.theacademyofarts.org
my artistic practice. In the burg High School, with a the dinner hour beginning
“Faces Places” (PG) -- form of mark, value and scholarship to the Ring- at 6 p.m. and the dance
The little gem comes from color, I record the beauty ling College of Art in Sara- will start at 7 p.m., taught
legendary French New and complexity inherent sota, Florida, she earned a and called by renowned
Wave director Agnes Var- in my mundane surround- Bachelor of Fine Arts. professional caller, Jen-
da and enigmatic street ings, giving testament to Student artists are the nie Wakefield, with live
artist JR. The perfectly my conscious effort to be future artists, art teachers music accompaniment by
odd pair take a leisurely present in this world.” and patrons and support the popular Blue Ridge
journey around rural For more information from organizations and Rounders. Old fashioned
France, interacting with about the exhibition, con- events like the Artists' cakewalks will take place
locals who become the fo- tact the Furman Univer- Guild of Spartanburg and before each dance, and
cus of JR’s photographic sity Department of Art at the Focus on Youth exhibi- a raffle will be held for a
installations -- large-scale 294-2995 or visit Pedigo’s tion offer opportunities to chance to win an Amahi
portraits printed from website at www.sarapedi- explore artistic interests Soprano Ukulele.
his mobile darkroom. It’s go.com. that may lead to possible Beginners are welcome,
an adorable get-to-know- careers in the field or the and all donations to ben-
France tour. While Varda GALLERY CELEBRATES joys of art patronage. efit Pacolet Junior Appala-
engages and quizzes the YOUTH ART MONTH Raelynn Chambliss, lo- chian Musicians at Tryon
subjects, JR photographs In celebration of Na- cal artist and art and pho- Fine Arts Center are ap-
and pastes the prints to tional Youth Art Month, tography teacher at Byrnes preciated.
walls and structures along the Artists' Guild of Spar- High, is the coordinator of Campobello/Gramling
the way. They are com- tanburg's annual Focus the exhibit, working with School is located at 250
plementary souls, artist on Youth Juried Art Exhi- the Guild and area high Fagan Avenue in Campo-
besties whose friendship bition will be on display school art teachers to pro- bello.
develops delightfully right through March 29 in the vide a showcase for young For more information
in front of us. No surprise Guild Gallery at the Chap- artists. on PacJAM, visit www.try-
that it’s nominated for man Cultural Center. The exhibit is open to onarts.org or jamkids.org.
best feature documentary The juror, Isabel Forbes, the public during normal
in this year’s Academy gallery hours. Receptions CONCERT BAND PLANS
Awards. No surprise and awards will be held TEA AND TRUMPETS
either that when Varda during Art Walk on March The Greenville Con-
could not make it to the 15. cert Band will present
Oscars luncheon, JR took two “Tea and Trumpets”
a life-size cardboard PACJAM TO HOLD FOLK events in March with
cutout to stand in for her. DANCE MARCH 10 British-influenced mu-
(Subtitled) PacJAM’s semi-annu- sic by Vaughan-Williams,
al community folk dance Grainger, Sparke, Turner
NEW TV RELEASES event will be held at Cam- and others.
“Curb Your Enthusiasm” pobello/Gramling School The first concert is
Season 9 on Saturday, March 10. scheduled for Saturday,
“The Good Fight” Sea- The event will feature March 10, 3 p.m. at the
son 1 foot-stomping for the Hughes Main Library in
“Blue Planet II” whole family with a din- Greenville.
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Soap Updates
BY DANA BLOCK arrived in time to help.
Jason was put in a pre-
THE BOLD AND carious position. Dante
THE BEAUTIFUL proved an unlikely ally to
Eric and Quinn were Franco. Ned took himself
shocked and appalled very seriously. Alexis just
to learn of the terrible wanted the best for Molly.
deeds Bill had been be- Finn did all he could. Mon-
stowing upon their friends ica checked in on Nelle.
and family. True to his Sonny made a bold move.
word, Bill served Katie Peter extended his sup-
with papers seeking full port to Maxie. Anna made
custody of Will. Emmy progress. Sam was ready
confirmed to Justin that to take the next step. Liz
Bill’s wishes pertaining to ED MCGOWAN | CBS expressed her gratitude to
Wyatt and Liam were be- Jason. Wait to See: Franco
ing fulfilled. A concerned Bryton James stars as risks losing everything.
Eric tried to track down ‘Devon’ on ‘The Young and
Quinn. Brooke attempted The Restless’ THE YOUNG AND
to contact Ridge. A fraz- THE RESTLESS
zled Liam finally arrived ery. Tripp tried to talk Ci- Devon discovered that
at Steffy’s house for din- ara out of getting revenge Hilary was mentoring a
ner. Wyatt started drink- on Claire for ruining her young girl named Shauna
ing after coming home to mother’s happiness. Rafe and paying for her brother
an empty house. Sheila was taken aback by Hope’s to go to drug rehab. Jack
pressed Ridge to share surprising decision. Gabi planned to fly to London
|
his troubles. The gravity was caught committing a to bring Dina home after
of Bill and Steffy’s affair crime. Stefan was forced she fled and got lost. Vic- THE SPATS by Jeff Pickering
became a main topic of to confront “Gabby” about toria put her plan in mo-
conversation for many. her true identity. Maggie tion to get rid of Ashley
Charlie urged Pam to get gave Victor an ultimatum. by showing Victor some
back on her meds. Wait to Stefan came face-to-face fake evidence that impli-
See: A mysterious woman with Abigail’s other per- cated her. Later, J.T. found
appears in town with a se- sonality. Wait to See: Steve the documents that Jack
rious score to settle. and Kayla share a touch- and Victoria planted. Billy
ing moment during a med- needled Phyllis about be-
DAYS OF OUR LIVES ical crisis. ing too involved in Nick’s
Gabi was stunned by Eli’s business. Charlie struck
confession that he cheated GENERAL HOSPITAL up a flirtation with Shau-
on her with Lani. Jennifer Sam looked to Jason na. Victoria wouldn’t give
consoled Hope about Rafe. for help. Harvey turned Lily the day off and ac-
|
Brady tried to trick Eve his back on Franco. Kiki cused her of writing neg-
into marrying him. Lani supported Kevin. Drew ative comments about her RFD by Mike Marland
was rushed to the hos- got a clever idea. Jordan on an employee website.
pital in distress. Abigail reminded Curtis that all Billy ordered Phyllis to
was confused when Chad was not OK. Griffin took stay away from Nick. Wait
mentioned an incident charge. Ava got some time to See: Tensions rise be-
she didn’t remember. Gabi with Avery. Kim was wor- tween Victor and J.T.
made a shocking discov- ried about Oscar. Dante
School
college.
Brown is a 2012 gradu-
ate of Greer High where
News
she was on the Cheerlead-
ing Squad all four years.
She also participated in
Marching Band during
her middle school years
GREENVILLE COUNTY | as a featured dancer for
the “G” Force Colorguard
along with being a fea-
TAYLORS STUDENT ART tured dancer for the elite
SHOW IS MARCH 12 Indoor Guard Group - "The
Taylors Elementary will Cast". At Clemson Univer-
hold its 2018 Art Show on sity, Brown was a Tiger
Monday, March 12. Dancer with Tiger Band.
The art show opens at She is also on the Pro-
5:30 p.m. followed by a duction Staff of the Miss
PTA meeting at 6:30 p.m. South Carolina Pageant.
The Groovy Dawg Hot
Dog Cart will be on site BUENA VISTA PLANS
from 5-7:30 p.m. BOBCAT FUN RUN
Buena Vista Elementary ARTWORK | SUBMITTED
TAYLORS ELEMENTARY will host its first Bobcat
SEEKING VOLUNTEERS
Taylors Elementary is in
Fun Run, Superhero Style,
on March 9. Art winners
need of volunteers in sev- Sponsors will pledge a Three Greer High art students recently won top awards in the PTSA Reflections contest for the State of South Carolina.
eral capacities during the flat amount for the stu- Winners were, left to right: State Award of Merit- Letisia Murcia- Always a Bright Side; State Award of Excellence- Laura
coming months. dent’s participation in Brown- Hear No, Speak No, See No; and State Award of Merit- Stephani Aguilar- Forward Onto the Void. The 2017-18
Volunteers are needed the Fun Run and pledge theme was “Within Reach.”
as classroom or library money will be collected
helpers, lunch table mon- the week after the fun run,
itors, Watch DOGS, field with all money due by Fri- 13, at 6 p.m. at the Uni- Admissions counselors (CWEA) Color Guard, Per- Care, New Horizon and
trip chaperones, field day day, March 16. versity Transfer Building from a number of colleges cussion and Winds Com- Tribe 513 (Brio Internal
or book fair helpers and The Fun Run will be #104 on the Greenville will be on hand to field petition at the school on Medicine and Parkside Pe-
PTA board members. filled with music, fun, and Technical College Main questions about the appli- Saturday, March 10, from diatrics), Kudzu Medical,
In addition, the school super prizes. Campus (Barton). cations process, testing, 8-10 a.m. All tickets are Godshall Staffing, Verizon
needs volunteer help for The fundraiser will pro- Tables will also be set and other relevant topics. general admission. Wireless, Chartspan and
upcoming events includ- mote health and wellness up for Financial Aid, Ad- Students can register at For more information, TD Banks will be present
ing career day, teacher with all proceeds used missions/Recruiting, the www.nacacfairs.org/ncf- visit the school’s facebook at the event.
appreciation lunches, to support the students, library, the Transfer Cen- studentregistration. page. The campus is located at
Mothers’ Day Cakes, Spir- staff, and activities at Bue- ter (PATH) and Student 78 Global Drive, Suite 200,
it Nights, field days and
more.
na Vista.
For more information,
Disabilities Services. TIGERVILLE WILL HOLD
TALENT SHOW MARCH 16 HIGHER EDUCATION | in Greenville.
Pre-registration is re-
For more information, contact Dana Lanning GMC WILL HOLD The PTA will sponsor Ti- quired by calling 679-
call 355-7450 or email tay- at dana.lanning@gmail. SPRING BLOOD DRIVE gerville Elementary's 2018 VIRGINIA COLLEGE TO 4930.
lorstopcats@gmail.com. com or Darcy Schwalm at Greer Middle College Talent Showcase at 6 p.m. HOLD CAREER FAIR
schwalme@gmail.com. Charter High will host its on Friday, March 16. Any Virginia College in WINISKI NAMED
GREER HIGH ANNOUNCES annual Spring Blood Drive current student at Tiger- Greenville will host a TO FURMAN DEAN’S LIST
NEW CHEER COACHES RIVERSIDE HIGH PLANS on Thursday, March 15, ville this year can partici- Career Fair on Tuesday, Jordan Winiski, daugh-
Greer High School has MATTRESS FUNDRAISER from 1-6 p.m. pate. March 13, 10 a.m.-noon. ter of Mr. and Mrs. Michael
announced Daniela Busta- The Riverside High band Students and parents For more details, visit The event is free and Winiski and Susannah
mante Molina and Anna will hold its first Mattress will receive two service the school website. open to the public and Winiski, has been named
Brown as the new cheer Fundraiser on Saturday, hours for donating. Stu- will feature career devel- to the Dean’s List for the
coaches for 2018-2019.
Molina is a 2008 grad-
March 10, from 10 a.m.-5
p.m. in the school cafete-
dents 16 years old may
donate with a signed per-
DISTRICT FIVE | opment opportunities,
refreshments and give-
2017 fall semester at Fur-
man University.
uate of Greer High with ria. mission form. Students 17 aways. The list is composed of
three years of cheer and Every purchase will ben- and older do not have to BYRNES TO HOLD Community partners full-time undergraduate
tumble experience. She efit the Pride of Riverside have a form. Parents email CWEA COMPETITION and local employers repre- students who earn a grade
cheered all stars hav- marching band. Mrs. Bailey to sign up Byrnes High will hold senting Greenville Health point average of 3.4 or
ing competed in All-Star with a time that fits your the 2018 Carolina Win- System (GHS), Baptist Ea- higher on a four-point sys-
Challenge (king of the GMC SETS 13TH YEAR schedule best. ter Ensemble Association sley hospital, Always Best tem.
jungle, queen of the Nile, MEETING MARCH 13
battle under the big top) The 13th Year meet- COLLEGE FAIR OFFERED
and Cheer LTD Nacional ing for Greer Middle Col- MARCH 15 AT FURMAN
competitions in team divi- lege Charter High seniors The NACAC College Fair
sions as a flyer. After high planning to attend Green- will be at Timmons Arena
school she explored Med- ville Tech next year will at Furman University on
iterranean dance while in be held Tuesday, March March 15 from 5-8 p.m.
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AT&T recently presented a $3,000 donation to Greer Middle College Charter High.
Christina BuChheit
864-706-1070
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