New film focuses on finding your purpose no matter where you've been
GREENVILLE, S.C. — “I don’t just want a job, I want a purpose,” says Victor Clay, the lead character in the new film Redemption of the Commons directed by filmmaker KT Terry. For all who have asked,...
View ArticleDrug dealer convicted of trafficking, sentenced to 25 years
A drug trafficker is starting a 25 year sentence in state prison this week after a Newberry County jury found him guilty late Friday night, announced 8th Circuit Solicitor David Stumbo this morning....
View ArticleGreenwood man facing domestic violence charge
A Greenwood man was arrested Halloween night after police say he choked his wife multiple times and struck her in the face and body with a closed fist.
View ArticleCity set to take first reading on 2015 budget
Greenwood City Council was presented with the proposed 2015 budget for the City of Greenwood during a work session Monday. The $14.7 million budget is balanced with no tax increase.
View ArticleCouple suspected of cooking meth in custody
A couple is in custody one week after agents with the Greenwood County Drug Enforcement Unit discovered a meth lab at the couple’s home in Bradley.
View Article2014 Election Results
Local elections held little in the way of drama for Greenwood County as six of the eight incumbents running for reelection for various offices were unopposed. The two races where there were more than...
View ArticleCompensation study decision delayed again
After three withdrawn motions and seconds with no vote and lengthy discussion, Greenwood County Council decided to delay a decision on their recent compensation study once again.
View ArticleSurvivors release balloons at fountain
Nearly 100 people gathered at the fountain in Uptown Greenwood Friday morning to release purple balloon to honor those who have lost their lives as the result of domestic violence.
View ArticleRunway rehab project underway
The refurbishment of runway 9-27 is underway at the Greenwood County Airport. The project is one of the largest ever at the airport.
View ArticleAbbeville teen killed in Saluda County crash
An Abbeville teen was killed and two others injured in a head-on collision in Saluda County Thursday morning.
View ArticleGPD: Two men attempted to steal car then fled
The Greenwood Police Department is searching for two men involved in the attempted theft of a car at a local convenience store Thursday night.
View ArticleCity to seek grant for Edgefield Corridor
The City of Greenwood will be seeking a grant from S.C. State Housing Finance and Development Authority to begin work on the Edgefield Corridor.
View ArticleNew scam hitting Greenwood
A new scam is hitting Greenwood, costing citizens thousands of dollars, according to the Greenwood County Sheriff’s Office.
View ArticleCivic Center demolition out for bid
The process of demolishing the Greenwood Civic Center continues to move forward. Greenwood County has placed the project up for bid and held a pre-bid conference last week with prospective contractors.
View ArticleHuman remains found in Laurens County
A hunter found human remains Saturday in Laurens County while walking through the woods.
View ArticleCounty considering new employee policies
Greenwood County Council is reviewing a new set of policies and procedures relating to employee compensation.
View ArticleVeterans Day: Honoring America's Veterans Includes Meeting their Unique Needs
Many Americans do not realize that 1 in 4 of all deaths in the U.S. are Veterans. As the nation honors these American heroes for their military service on Veterans Day, November 11, it’s important to...
View ArticleSelf Regional Healthcare Foundation Announces Mid-Winter Ball Chairs
The Self Regional Healthcare Foundation and title sponsor Greenwood Capital Associates and Countybank are pleased to announce the 27th Annual Mid-Winter Ball will be co-chaired by Priya Kumar, M.D.,...
View ArticleHAPPY VETERANS DAY!!!
All of us here at GwdToday would like to say THANK YOU to all those who have served our great nation! It is because of YOU that we enjoy the many freedoms we have here in America. We would also like...
View ArticleGreenwood Family YMCA receives gift from Greenwood Municipal Federal Credit...
Greenwood Municipal Federal Credit Union recently made a donation to the Y’s Annual Campaign. The Annual Campaign raises the charitable funds needed to continue the vital work of the YMCA by...
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