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Coping with disabilities spun book series
Real life can be more inspiring than fiction and fantasies. The Odyssey of flesh-and-blood contemporary cannot be denied. The history of Latonya Littlejohn, affectionately called Tonya, stands in stark contrast to myths and instills far more inspiration, pound for pound, than legends. The bleak and painful birth of Tonya Littlejohn on January 24, 1979, in Rock Hill, York County, S.C., and the determined actions of this victim of birth defects prove that no one has to be capti
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Purple Rain is coming to the Greenville Phillis Wheatley Center
Marshal Charlott, a Prince lookalike, will light up the PWCC with his interactive, intimate, and highly entertaining show, the ultimate xperience and tribute to PRINCE. Buy your tickets now for Monday, October 12, at 7 PM at the PWCC at 335 Greenacre Rd., Greenville, SC. Marshall Charloff’s pedigree includes fronting the greatest Prince tribute show in the world, playing keys with the Atlanta Rhythm Section, writing for and producing the Commodores, and being featured on guit
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Ms Rhonda retires from PWCC
Longtime receptionist with a ready smile for all, Ms Rhonda Thompson has retired from the Phillis Wheatley Center. She always greeted others with a warm smile. Her joy was contagious, say colleagues and guests. Ms Rhonda brought warmth and life to the building, touching countless lives. She was always willing to lend a hand and listen to others’ concerns, lifting their spirits. If you were in central casting for the silver screen, Rhonda’s natural role would be everyone’s fav
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Josh White, a dynamo in his own right
My wife and I attended a Ray Charles concert at the Peace Center many years ago. We were excited to listen to the master. Imagine our surprise when a lone man, accompanied only by an acoustic guitar, no pips, Raylettes, or dancers, confidently walked center stage and just stood there for a minute. JOSH WHITE JR. It was clear that he didn’t hesitate because of stage fright or butterflies. This strategic pause raised anticipation. I cannot speak for others, but we certainly won
Just for Laughs
Home & Food
Ms Rhonda retires from PWCC
Longtime receptionist with a ready smile for all, Ms Rhonda Thompson has retired from the Phillis Wheatley Center. She always greeted others with a warm smile. Her joy was contagious, say colleagues and guests. Ms Rhonda brought warmth and life to the building, touching countless lives. She was always willing to lend a hand and listen to others’ concerns, lifting their spirits. If you were in central casting for the silver screen, Rhonda’s natural role would be everyone’s fav
Converse University Announces New Tristees
Converse University announces four new members to its Board of Trustees. They are Nakia Martin Alexander, Walter Goldsmith, Cary Perkins, and Ann Richardson. Nakia Martin Alexander Nakia Martin Alexander is a distinguished federal law enforcement, fraud, and compliance executive who currently serves as the Assistant Special Agent in Charge of the Defense Criminal Investigative Service (DCIS), Southeast Field Office. Alexander brings to Converse a wealth of executive leadershi
Weather experts say the heat index could reach 106. What to do?
The National Weather Service warns that the heat index could rise to 106 today. High humidity and high temperatures could push the index to a record high, the NWS said. The leading weather expert has offices in Greenville and Spartanburg. Safety tips: stay hydrated, limit activities outdoors, check on vulnerable neighbors, never leave children and pets unattended in vehicles,
Just for Laughs
Ms Rhonda retires from PWCC
Longtime receptionist with a ready smile for all, Ms Rhonda Thompson has retired from the Phillis Wheatley Center. She always greeted others with a warm smile. Her joy was contagious, say colleagues and guests. Ms Rhonda brought warmth and life to the building, touching countless lives. She was always willing to lend a hand and listen to others’ concerns, lifting their spirits. If you were in central casting for the silver screen, Rhonda’s natural role would be everyone’s fav
Converse University Announces New Tristees
Converse University announces four new members to its Board of Trustees. They are Nakia Martin Alexander, Walter Goldsmith, Cary Perkins, and Ann Richardson. Nakia Martin Alexander Nakia Martin Alexander is a distinguished federal law enforcement, fraud, and compliance executive who currently serves as the Assistant Special Agent in Charge of the Defense Criminal Investigative Service (DCIS), Southeast Field Office. Alexander brings to Converse a wealth of executive leadershi
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