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Greer Relief held its annual Neighborhood Breakfast last week, celebrating 80 years of service.

Greer Relief celebrates 80 years of service

Wed, 09/28/2016 - 13:50 Kaelyn Pfenning

Greer Relief is celebrating 80 years of service in 2016, but the goal of the nonprofit remains the same.

“The people that need our help are the reason that we’re able to do what we do. They’re why we do what we do,” said Caroline Robertson, Executive Director of Greer Relief.

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OmniSource Metal Recycling representatives Bryan Goldman and Summer Reid presented a $3500 check to Wellford Principal Angie Showalter recently. Jim Davis, with Atlas Organics, and Chartwells Food Service Director Brandon Lewis were also on hand. .for the presentation.

Waste Not, Want Not

Wed, 09/28/2016 - 13:48 Billy Cannada

Lunchtime at Wellford Academy looks a little different his year.

Through a new program, students are turning their leftovers into useable compost in hopes of lessening the school’s food waste.

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Streets close, help needed for fest

Wed, 09/28/2016 - 13:47 Billy Cannada

Downtown streets will close on Saturday as Greer hosts the 10th installment of the Greer State Bank Greer Station Oktoberfest.

The event will run from noon-10 p.m., offering a number of food vendors and live entertainment.

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The Greer Commission of Public Works was recently presented with the Green Fleet Leader award, given by the Palmetto State Clean Fuels Coalition.

Greer CPW celebrates clean transportation

Wed, 09/28/2016 - 13:46 Kaelyn Pfenning

A local utility company is continuing its effort to become more environmentally conscious.

The Greer Commission of Public Works (CPW) received the Palmetto State Clean Fuels Coalition (PSCFC) Green Fleet Leader award on Monday, marking the company’s successes in 2015.

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Duke Energy recently donated $5,000 to Daily Bread Ministries to benefit the nonprofit’s STEP program. Greer STEP helps homeless families get back on their feet through training programs and temporary housing.

Community news for the week of Sept. 28

Wed, 09/28/2016 - 13:43 Staff Reports

Finding Dr. Right

At Greer City Hall

Meet several in one sitting and decide which physician is right for you. Finding Dr. Right is happening from noon to 1:15 p.m. on Thursday, Sept. 29, at Greer City Hall.

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The Country Peddler handmade crafts are among the offerings at Vintage Market at the Park on Oct. 15.

Vintage Market at the Park to host 100 vendors

Wed, 09/28/2016 - 13:42 Kaelyn Pfenning

The Vintage Market at the Park, set for Saturday, Oct. 15 in Greer City Park, will host more than 95 vendors and partner with local animal rescue during its 8th annual fall event.

Formed in 2011, the Vintage Market at the Park has become the area’s leading seasonal pop-up market.

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Cindy and Mike Zimmerman, who owned Carolina Chocolates in downtown Greenville, are now offering their product in local grocery stores in the Greer area.

Zimmermans bring Carolina Chocolates to the Greer area

Wed, 09/28/2016 - 13:36 Kaelyn Pfenning

A local couple is cooking up chocolate for Upstate customers once again.

Cindy and Mike Zimmerman of Taylors, who formerly owned Carolina Chocolates in downtown Greenville, are now offering their chocolates at local grocery stores in the area.

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County approves SJWD ordinance

Wed, 09/28/2016 - 13:35 Kaelyn Pfenning

Following a public hearing, Spartanburg County Council has approved the second reading of an ordinance authorizing Startex-Jackson-Wellford-Duncan water commission to issue general obligation bonds, not exceeding $15,000,000.