Greenville, SC and Upstate News

Today, Thanksgiving is celebrated on the fourth Thursday of November. But that was not always the case.

The Greenville Zoo is pleased to announce “good standing” and continued accreditation by the Association of Zoos & Aquariums.

As many people in the United States begin to plan for fall and winter holiday celebrations, the CDC is offering the following considerations to help protect individuals and their families, friends, and communities from COVID-19.

Each year Loaves & Fishes, with the help of hundreds of volunteers, local companies, organizations, churches, and individuals, coordinates turkey and canned food giveaways to our neighbors who might otherwise not have a traditional Thanksgiving meal. 

As South Carolina continues to ramp up testing opportunities and capacity at locations across the state to meet holiday testing demand, state public health officials urge South Carolinians to remain vigilant and practice known public health safety measures.

While frozen, a turkey is safe indefinitely. As soon as it begins to thaw, bacteria that may have been present before freezing will begin to grow again.

With the holidays quickly approaching, the City of Greenville is taking preventive measures to help manage traffic on busy commercial corridors and create a safe environment for pedestrians.

As the Nemours Wildlife Foundation celebrates its 25th anniversary this year, the relationship between Clemson University and Nemours continues going strong and making a major impact on both students and programs.

Findings from a CDC Morbidity and Mortality Weekly Report show that approximately 1 in 5 U.S. adults reported using a tobacco product.

Learn how Greenville plans to shape its growth over the next two decades, as the city’s comprehensive planning enters its final review phase.

The S.C. Department of Health and Environmental Control has announced that the state has suffered its first flu-associated death of the season.

Thanksgiving is quickly approaching! While the holidays are a joyous time, this busy, food-filled season can pose serious health risks to pets.