4th of July Fireworks and Celebrations
Although City of Greenville officials have canceled this year’s annual Wells Fargo Red, White, and Blue festival due to COVID-19, there are still several ways to safely celebrate the holiday!
Greenville, SC and Upstate News
Local news for the Greenville and Upstate area, including updates on the Greenville Drive, local beer, and local food.
Greenville City Fire Department Recommends Alternative to Fireworks
The Greenville City Fire Department is urging residents to stay safe when celebrating over the July 4th holiday weekend.
Greenville Restaurants That Are Open For Takeout, Dine-in, and Outdoor Eats
In addition to takeout and delivery, many of Greenville’s restaurants have reopened for indoor and outdoor dining!
Refresco Expanding Operations in Greenville County; 40 New Jobs Expected
Refresco, an independent bottler for retailers and A-brands in Europe and North America, has announced plans to expand operations in Greenville County.
BMW of North America Reports Q2 2020 Sales Results
For the sales period ending June 30, 2020, BMW brand sales totaled 50,957 vehicles, a decrease of 39.3% vs the 83,976 vehicles sold in the same time period last year.
Answer to Energy Storage Problem Could Be Hydrogen
Hydrogen has the greatest potential among technologies for seasonal energy storage in the future, according to an analysis conducted by researchers at the National Renewable Energy Laboratory.
Riley Institute Honors Tanglewood Middle With Valued Lives Award
The Riley Institute at Furman University has recognized Tanglewood Middle School with the 2020 William “Bill” T. Wylie VALUED Lives Award for School Excellence in Diversity.
South Carolina Announces June 30th COVID-19 Update; Greenville Reports 125 New Cases and 1 Additional Death
The South Carolina Department of Health and Environmental Control announced on June 30th a total of 1,741 new confirmed cases of COVID-19 and 17 additional confirmed deaths.
Don’t Forget Your Garden Chores for July
July is the time of year when mother nature can hand you a wheelbarrow of lawn and garden problems. Don’t worry, follow these tips and you’ll be in great shape!
Greenville is Top Fundraiser in MiLB’s CommUNITY First Campaign
Greenville Drive, along with corporate partners Trehel Corporation, Duke Energy, and Spinx, recently participated in Minor League Baseball’s CommUNITY First campaign during the month of May, helping raise critical funds and resources for those most impacted by the COVID-19 pandemic.
Resources to Help Consumers With Utility Bills
Utilities are taking steps to allow for a return to normal business operations, while continuing to provide flexibility and assistance to consumers.
S.C. Coastal Bird Conservation Program Focus Turns to New Protection and Conservation Efforts
With plans for the re-nourishment of Crab Bank Seabird Sanctuary firmly in place, the South Carolina Department of Natural Resources’ S.C. Coastal Bird Conservation program has begun to focus on additional projects.
