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Cascades Verdae, a life plan community, shared on November 18 that its parent company, Senior Living Communities, has opened the entries for the Silver Pen Writing Competition. High school seniors in the area are invited to submit a 1,000-word essay by February 16, 2025, on the theme “How has someone in history molded your life?” A panel will evaluate all essays, and two winners will be chosen to receive cash prizes of up to $3,750 each. The winners will be honored at an award ceremony in the spring of 2025. Since the competition began in 2012, Senior Living Communities has…

Here is a summary of the Mauldin City Council meeting held on November 18. ### Initial Approval: Bond Issue for Stadium Construction The Council gave initial approval for a bond issue that would provide up to $4.25 million to help build a new stadium for Greenville Pro Soccer at BridgeWay Station. This new multipurpose stadium, designed to seat 10,000 people, will be the home of the Greenville Triumph SC and Greenville Liberty. The overall cost of the stadium is projected to be between $80 million and $100 million, which will include $45 million from private investors and $10 million from…

A fugitive from Georgia was arrested in Asheville, North Carolina, on Sunday for drug-related offenses, according to the Asheville Police Department. Officers were conducting enforcement on Klondyke Avenue at about 8:51 a.m. when they came across 37-year-old Royce Martin Pouncey sitting in a parked car. After further investigation, police discovered that Pouncey was in possession of 27.5 grams of methamphetamine. Additionally, he had an active fugitive bench warrant from Georgia. Pouncey was arrested and charged with felony possession of meth and possession of drug paraphernalia. He has been booked into the Buncombe County Detention Facility with a secured bond set…

SPARTANBURG — In a bid to encourage voter turnout in the Upstate, Democrats in Greenville and Spartanburg joined forces with a campaign known as “Priority Six.” The initiative focused on reaching out to voters who had not participated in recent elections, aiming to win 11 key races and potentially unseat Republicans who have maintained control in the region for a long time. Despite their efforts, the results were disappointing. All ten Democratic candidates faced defeat, with Republicans winning each race by a margin of over 20 points, based on unofficial election results from November 6. Kathryn Harvey, who led the…

Allegiant Airlines is set to introduce a new nonstop flight connecting Greenville-Spartanburg International Airport (GSP) to Sarasota-Bradenton International Airport (SRQ) starting on February 13, 2025. This route will be available twice a week, operating on Thursdays and Sundays throughout the year. Dave Edwards, the president and CEO of the Greenville-Spartanburg Airport District, expressed excitement about the new service, stating that it will enhance access to Florida’s beautiful west coast, a sought-after destination among travelers. He believes that travelers from the Upstate region will be eager to take advantage of this new opportunity with Allegiant Airlines. In addition to the new…

Cade Klubnik made a stunning play, breaking free from a collapsing pocket to dash down the sideline for a game-winning 50-yard rushing touchdown with just 1:16 left on the clock. This impressive performance helped lift the Clemson Tigers past the Pittsburgh Panthers, securing a 24-20 victory on Saturday and keeping their dreams of an ACC championship alive. With this win, the Tigers improved their record to 8-2 overall and 7-1 in the ACC. However, they will need some assistance in the coming weeks to reach the ACC Championship game in Charlotte on December 7. Currently, Clemson sits in third place…

GREENVILLE, S.C. – Voters in Greenville County are set to make an important decision regarding fire safety in their area. They will vote on a bond intended to support projects for the Lake Cunningham Fire District. On the ballot, there will be two key questions for voters. The first question involves a proposal to approve a bond worth $9 million, which would be paid back over 40 years. Fire officials estimate that homeowners would see an annual cost of about $28 for every $200,000 of their home’s value. The funds from this bond would be used to purchase new fire…

A group of House Republicans is advocating for a significant change in how the Federal Emergency Management Agency (FEMA) manages its funds. The aim is to expedite aid for communities affected by Hurricane Helene. Representative Gary Palmer from Alabama, who heads the House GOP Policy Committee, is spearheading a new proposal that would reallocate unused funds from the COVID-19 response and from past disaster relief efforts, including those from Hurricane Katrina, into FEMA’s Disaster Relief Fund. This initiative comes just before the House Oversight Committee plans to conduct a critical hearing regarding claims that FEMA’s assistance has been affected by…

UPDATE Mr. Ferguson has been found safe. 🚨 MISSING PERSON 🚨 The Greenville County Sheriff’s Office is actively looking for 79-year-old Earl Dean Ferguson. He was last spotted leaving his home on Thurston Road in Greenville while driving his blue Ford Explorer (license plate: RFE516) around 2:00 p.m. on November 18, 2024. Earl is described as a 5’8”, 210-pound man, bald with brown eyes. At the time he went missing, he was wearing a dark sweatshirt, green khaki pants, and a black hat. If anyone sees Earl or has any information about his whereabouts, please call 911.

COLUMBIA, S.C. — South Carolina’s head coach, Shane Beamer, received an encouraging message recently from a fellow SEC coach who praised freshman quarterback LaNorris Sellers. The coach’s message read, “You’ve got ‘Superman’ back there,” a testament to the young quarterback’s growing impact on the team. Sellers showcased his skills once again Saturday night, helping No. 23 South Carolina secure a thrilling 34-30 win against No. 24 Missouri. The redshirt freshman stepped into the starting role, previously held by NFL rookie Spencer Rattler, and delivered a stellar performance, throwing for 353 yards and five touchdown passes. His final touchdown came with…