The Greer Police Department charged a 13-year-old Greer Middle School student on Friday, September 6, 2024, in relation to the student making a verbal threat of a shooting in the school.
The School Resource Officer and school administration were notified on the afternoon of Friday, September 6, that a student made a verbal threat during a class the day prior. The
School Enforcement Investigators have charged a Blue Ridge Middle School student with Student Threats after uncovering a group text thread that involved the suspect making statements about bringing a gun to school.
The 13-year-old student was identified and pulled from school and subsequently charged on Wednesday..
My name is Carl Smith, and I want to speak to you about the concerns we, as Parents have with the school districts in Greer..
As you know threats, were received by students and, as far as I know, up to 10 students have been arrested. These threats have made our children and parents believe our kids are not safe and the safety measures implemented are by far sub par.
Investigators with the Greenville County Sheriff's Office made an arrest in connection with the murder of Michez Fowler, who was shot and killed Monday afternoon.
Investigators opened an investigation after Fowler’s body was found next to a wrecked vehicle near 6 Valentine Street. Fowler was found with at least one gunshot wound that investigators have learned was a result of a domestic-related dispute.
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By JULIA ELDRED
A person with dementia may do or say something over and over. This can be a word or phrase, question or activity, or undo something that has just been completed. In most cases, the person is most likely looking for comfort, security and familiarity.
The main cause of behavioral symptoms in dementia is the deterioration of brain cells. This causes a decline in the individual’s ability to make sense of the world around them. With repetition, the person may not remember that they have just asked a question or completed a task.
To meet passenger demand, the Transportation Security Administration (TSA) began the installation of a fourth security screening lane on Monday and it is now fully operational.
A Spartanburg man has been Raekwon Davante Richardson,
Transportation Security Administration (TSA) officers at South Carolina airports discovered a total of 54 firearms in travelers’ carry-on luggage in the first half of 2024, up from the total of 42 found during the same time period last year.
Dr. Keith Miller has been honored as the first-ever President Emeritus by Black Hawk College, where he served as president from July 2000 to June 2008 before filling that role at Greenville Technical College. This prestigious title acknowledges his outstanding service and dedication.
With a remarkable 34-year career in higher education, Dr. Miller has held various roles including faculty member, dean, vice president, and president. Before his impactful tenure at Black Hawk College, he was the president of Spoon River College in Canton, Ill.
Zaxby's is opening its newest location in Greer on Monday July 29.
Located at 1960 Hwy 101, the new Zaxbys will be owned and operated by Tony Quillen and Brian West of Barnyard Buddies, LLC. To celebrate opening day, the first 100 guests in line who make a purchase will receive a Zaxbys "Deck of Dealz" voucher for free food and discounts.*
Investigators with the Greenville County Sheriff's Office Homicide Unit have charged 28-year-old Lynda Leigh Nicole Lawson with Homicide by Child Abuse after investigators found she left her 7-month-old son in a bathtub unattended for an extended period of time, causing him to drown.
Following the incident, the infant was transported to the hospital, where he remained on life-support until, sadly, he succumbed to the injury and passed away on July 24, 2024.
Prisma Health and UnitedHealthcare (United) have reached a new multi-year agreement.
Months after patients have pains-takingly searched for new healthcare alternatives after years of entrusting PRISMA with their care, below is PRISMA's corporate response.
BY JENNIFER WEAVER
Tick Tock, Don’t Wait is not just a phrase for Trish Springfield, it is the way she lives her life. Whether speaking internationally during her career as a banking executive, racing dirt bikes or on the basketball court in college, Trish has always been ready for a challenge. Today, the 54-year-old is taking on her biggest challenge yet- Early Onset Alzheimer’s disease and the phrase Tick, Tock Don’t Wait has become especially true.
My wife was diagnosed with vascular dementia with an emphasis on short term memory loss in 2020. We go out for lunch at a local restaurant almost every day.
Which one we go to varies, according to what type of food my wife would like. However, over the years I’ve noticed we spend fewer visits at the “in and out” restaurants and I finally realized it was due to the background music or, as my wife now describes it, irritating noise. Loud noise tends to increase her level of frustration, especially during the afternoon.
Two support groups meeting for Alzheimer’s and dementia are scheduled for free this week.
The bi-monthly discussion about typical “behaviors” that people with brain changes may encounter, is scheduled Wednesday 2-3 p.m., at Appalachian Council of Governments (ACOG), 30 Century Circle, Greenville.
By JULIA ELDRED
A person with dementia may do or say something over and over. This can be a word or phrase, question or activity, or undo something that has just been completed. In most cases, the person is most likely looking for comfort, security and familiarity.
Two support groups meeting for Alzheimer’s and dementia are scheduled for free this week.
The bi-monthly discussion about typical “behaviors” that people with brain changes may encounter, is scheduled Wednesday 2-3 p.m., at Appalachian Council of Governments (ACOG), 30 Century Circle, Greenville.
D&D Motors will donate a 2023 Ford Explorer and a 2023 Lincoln Navigator to Spartanburg Community College's Ford ASSETT Program.
The special donation is scheduled for Friday at 9 a.m. at SCC.
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