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Hearing held in Owens case
A hearing on a motion to discovery in the case of Sandi Owens, the woman accused of embezzling over a quarter of a million dollars from the Greenwood County Sheriff’s Office over a four-year period,...
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Energy drink scam back in Lakelands
A scam offering a free vehicle wrap to promote a popular energy drink is back in the Lakelands, according to Capt. Dale Kittles of the Greenwood County Sheriff’s Office.
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Lawrence donates to GAHFH
The value of having a stable place to live is something real estate broker Kellar Lawrence sees on a daily basis. Lawrence and his team helped provide that stability by making a donation to Greenwood...
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U.S. Rep. Trey Gowdy to deliver Lander commencement address
Congressman Trey Gowdy (R-S.C.) will be the commencement speaker when Lander University conducts its fall graduation ceremony on Saturday, Dec. 12. Gowdy is in his third term as U.S. Representative...
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Man arrested after weapon discharged in Walmart
One man in custody after reportedly discharging a firearm inside Walmart located on 72 Bypass in Greenwood. According to John Long, Officer in Charge of Professional Standards with the Greenwood...
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Buzhardt's Trash Services celebrates 50 Years & Chamber's Business of the Week
This year Buzhardt's Trash Services is celebrating 50 years of being a family owned business and serving the Greenwood area! Founded in 1965 they are proud to still be 100% family owned and now have...
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Lander University Students Earn Second Place in Bowl Competition
Six Lander University psychology students earned second-place honors in a highly competitive quiz bowl sponsored by the South Carolina Psychological Association.
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Teen charged with molesting child
A Greenwood teen was arrested after he reportedly molested a girl under the age of 10.
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GCSO: Lock your vehicles
The Greenwood County Sheriff’s Office is asking residents to lock their vehicles following a rash of vehicle break-ins.
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First reading of budget passes
Greenwood City Council on Monday passed first reading of the 2016 budget, which is balanced and includes a tax increase.
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Lander Scholarship Banquet Filled With Stories of Achievement and Generosity
Lander University’s annual Eleanor Shiflet Teal Scholarship Banquet featured a host of powerful testimonials from alumni and students alike as they told stories of achievement made possible through...
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First Citizens Foundation Donates $40,000 to Greenwood Genetic Center Foundation
In 2011, First Citizens Foundation made a five year, $40,000 financial commitment to the Greenwood Genetic Center (GGC). Representatives from the bank recently presented $8,000 to the GGC to complete...
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New Board Member Named to PTC Foundation
The Piedmont Technical College Foundation has named Don Holton of Greenwood as a new board member for the coming year. Holton is the vice president of fresh pork and food service sales with Carolina...
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GCSO investigating alleged armed robbery
The Greenwood County Sheriff’s Office is investigating an alleged armed robbery that occurred earlier this month.
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Rowe wins Ninety Six Mayoral runoff
Ninety Six will have a new mayor. Unofficial results from Tuesday’s runoff election show Mike Rowe winning the seat over Greg “Chip” Griffin, securing about 60 percent of the vote.
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Council modifies county fire fee
Greenwood County Council on Tuesday modified the fire fee schedule adopted as part of the fiscal year 2016 budget ordinance.
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BBB honors C&C Metal Recycling with 2015 Business of Integrity Award
The Better Business Bureau of the Upstate, a private, non-profit organization serving the 10 county Upstate area, awarded C&C Metal Recycling, LLC, for Marketplace Ethics, 11-49 employees with the...
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Local NWTF Chapter donates 100 turkeys to local charities
Thanksgiving is a wonderful time of year for families to come together and enjoy a wonderful meal to celebrate their many blessings; however, some families are not as fortunate. This year marks the...
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County offering property tax installment plan
Greenwood County is offering property owners the option of paying their 2016 taxes in a six payment installment plan.
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Miss GHS 2016 Winners
Greenwood High School presents the winners of the Miss Greenwood High 2015. Pictured left to right: Miss Freshman Brantlee Brown, Miss Senior Charley Manley, Miss Greenwood High School Abigail...
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