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In a recent statement, Phil Ford, a consultant for the group Priority Six, expressed concerns about the current state of governance in South Carolina. He noted that Republican lawmakers appear to be selecting their voters instead of allowing the public to choose their representatives through elections. The political landscape in the Upstate region is shifting, and Democratic leaders are seizing the moment to pursue ambitious objectives that once seemed impossible. While state legislative elections can be challenging to predict, Kathryn Harvey’s campaign for Congress stands out, having raised significantly more funds than typical Democratic candidates. Among the nine legislative campaigns…

Congratulations to Lauren Wilkinson from the Greenville County Sheriff’s Office for receiving the Civilian of the Quarter award for the 3rd Quarter of 2024. During the challenging times brought on by Hurricane Helene, Lauren showed incredible dedication by making sure every 911 call was answered. Even when equipment failures occurred, she used all available resources to help those in need. Her hard work, alongside the Greenville County Communication team, played a significant role in saving lives, and the community is deeply appreciative of her efforts.

A Syrian man has been charged for allegedly misappropriating over $9 million in U.S.-funded humanitarian aid, which was intended for innocent civilians in Syria, and funneled it to terrorist groups such as al-Qaeda. Mahmoud Al Hafyan, 53, stands accused of leading a scheme that diverted these funds to armed groups while pretending to operate a legitimate non-governmental organization (NGO). According to the U.S. Attorney’s office, Al Hafyan managed 160 employees at his humanitarian station in Syria, exploiting his position to siphon off money meant to provide essential food and medical supplies. The indictment revealed that Al Hafyan’s NGO received a…

TD Synnex has announced the retirement of Bob Stegner, who has served as the senior vice president of marketing for North America. His last day with the company will be March 3, 2025, marking the end of a 17-year journey at the technology distribution firm. Reyna Thompson, the North American president of TD Synnex, praised Stegner for his significant contributions and dedication to the company. She highlighted his role as a strong brand ambassador and noted his understanding of the important relationships built with the Greenville community. During his tenure, Stegner led various community engagement efforts, including a program called…

During a recent forum on the Charlie James radio show, several members of the Greenville County Council expressed their opposition to a proposed tax. Councilman Benton Blount raised concerns, stating that an additional tax would burden many residents who are already struggling financially. He emphasized that if the tax goes through, the county should expect the state to reimburse them for expenses related to state roads. Blount highlighted that while the South Carolina Department of Transportation (SCDOT) is overseeing the paving projects, there’s a chance that the funds could remain unused for many years. He made it clear that SCDOT…

Palmetto Bowl Scheduled for Noon on November 30 The much-anticipated Palmetto Bowl will take place at noon on November 30 at Memorial Stadium. Fans can catch the game live on ESPN. This game marks the final matchup of the regular season for the South Carolina Gamecocks, who will travel to the Upstate to face their rivals, the Clemson Tigers. Historically, Clemson holds the edge in this rivalry with a record of 73 wins, 43 losses, and 4 ties. However, the Gamecocks managed a close victory in their last visit to Memorial Stadium in 2022, winning 31-30. The Tigers bested the…

The United States Postal Service recently announced an important update regarding its Mail Processing and Distribution Center located in Greenville. The facility will remain operational and will undergo a significant upgrade, receiving an investment of $12.7 million. This funding, which is part of a broader initiative called the “Delivering for America” plan, aims to modernize the postal network across the country. Situated at 4605 Dairy Drive, the Greenville center will be transformed into a local processing hub. It will take on several roles, including handling package mailing and shipping, managing letters and flats, offering express services, and accepting bulk and…

GREENVILLE — After a tough election season, Republican incumbent U.S. Representative William Timmons has successfully secured his fourth term in office. The Associated Press declared his victory at 9:41 p.m. on election night. Timmons received about 60 percent of the votes, comfortably defeating Democratic challenger Kathryn Harvey in South Carolina’s heavily Republican 4th Congressional District, which includes Greenville and Spartanburg counties. Harvey tried to make history by becoming the first Democrat to win in the district since 1990 and had raised more campaign funds than any other Democratic candidate in recent years. However, Timmons has consistently won his races against…

SPARTANBURG, S.C. — The Wofford College football team started strong, leading 17-13 at halftime, but couldn’t maintain the momentum. The Citadel came back in the second half, scoring 17 unanswered points, resulting in a 30-17 victory at Gibbs Stadium on Saturday afternoon. The Terriers struggled with three turnovers in the fourth quarter. With this loss, Wofford’s record now stands at 5-6 overall and 3-5 in the Southern Conference, while The Citadel also holds a 5-6 overall record with the same league performance. Ryan Ingram was a standout for the Terriers, rushing for 103 yards on 12 carries. Quarterback Amari Odom…

SPARTANBURG, S.C. — A serious accident on Monday morning has resulted in the death of a 53-year-old man riding a motorcycle. The incident took place around 10:30 a.m. at the intersection of Bomar Avenue and South Church Street, as reported by local authorities. According to the Spartanburg Police, a driver in a Nissan Maxima attempted to make a left turn onto Bomar Avenue from South Church Street. Unfortunately, the driver turned directly into the path of the motorcyclist, who was traveling north on South Church Street. This resulted in a collision in the middle of the intersection. Tragically, the motorcyclist,…