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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
Meet the Editors
Charles Reams, Publisher and Executive Editor
Jackie Reams, Editor
News Briefs
Finding Calm - Visitors Pause at Wilderness Preserve
The secret is out. Just stroll through this 640-acre nonprofit-owned Wildlife Sanctuary minutes from Downtown Greenville and discover how popular this calming trail is. Visitors report spotting deer, ducks, turtles, hawks, and other animals and birds that form a biodiverse community of wildlife. A few decades ago, this was a polluted and therefore unwanted property. But careful planning, design, and architecture have resulted in a network of over 13 trails, boardwalks, and 11
Home & Food
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,
Local Sports
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. 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 wondered who Josh
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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,
Hispanic Alliance Connects Communities
Even casual observers are quick to say there is a reason the Hispanic Alliance of the Upstate is the largest group of its kind in the Upstate, and it is also the fastest-growing by a large margin. Elite leadership cannot be ignored. The depth of its programs is unmatched. Look for yourself. Debbra Alvarado is the director of Programs. She displays the range of her skills and grasp of details when she conducts public meetings like the one today at South First Bank. Each guest
Massive trees down and removed in Taylors
Taylor residents woke up Sunday to find two massive trees down at the corner of Scottswood Rd and Dover Dr in Taylors, across the street from the Recreation Pavilion. Experts often point to soggy soil and high winds due to thunderstorms as the cause of the fallen trees. Still, credit is due to the prompt removal service from Greenville County. Thanks to an alert supervisor and responsive crews, local residents no longer have canceled plans for their Sunday morning.
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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,
Hispanic Alliance Connects Communities
Even casual observers are quick to say there is a reason the Hispanic Alliance of the Upstate is the largest group of its kind in the Upstate, and it is also the fastest-growing by a large margin. Elite leadership cannot be ignored. The depth of its programs is unmatched. Look for yourself. Debbra Alvarado is the director of Programs. She displays the range of her skills and grasp of details when she conducts public meetings like the one today at South First Bank. Each guest
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