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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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GSP launches new charitable initiative
Greenville-Spartanburg International Airport (GSP) is launching GSP Change for Good, a new charitable giving initiative that transforms coins tossed into the airport’s fountains into donations for local nonprofit organizations. Recent coin collections from GSP’s fountains totaled more than $3,000, providing the initial funding for the program. Going forward, every coin tossed into a fountain will help support future charitable donations. Each year, GSP will partner with local
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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. 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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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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