Stephanie Freeman

Greenville

City Editor at GVLtoday

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CEOs got their hands dirty at Habitat for Humanity's 13th annual CEO Build.

1 day ago | gvltoday.6amcity.com | Stephanie Freeman

Let’s get down and dirty. Several local business leaders broke a sweat to help with Habitat for Humanity of Greenville County’s 13th annual CEO Build. Like other Habitat builds, the end goal is a completed house. This one will be on Zora Street in the Nicholtown. The CEOs and their teams personally work on-site during construction, donating elbow grease, funding, and volunteer hours for the project.
Fluor Field's economic impact is a home run

3 days ago | gvltoday.6amcity.com | Stephanie Freeman

We have some number-ful news. The results are in from a study — commissioned by VisitGreenvilleSC, on Flour Field’s economic impact over the last decade. Let’s take a look at some of the numbers. $288 million. That’s the total economic impact Flour Field + The Greenville Drive has had on our city. 500,000. That’s how many visitors attend games and other events at the stadium per year. 433. That’s how many business permits were applied for in the West End after the stadium opened. $277 million.
Which small business in Greenville you should support based on your Zodiac sign

1 week ago | gvltoday.6amcity.com | Stephanie Freeman

These small businesses are out of this world. We’re still celebrating Small Business Week at GVLtoday, and we decided to match you with your perfect small business in Greenville based on your Zodiac sign. This was an office-wide project, so we have to shout out all the other 6AM City employees who helped us curate this list. Augusta 20 Boutique + A20 Market Coffee Shop | Show off your bold style with a piece (or 12) of clothing from this shop + grab your favorite beverage next door.
Locals' List: Small Businesses in Greenville

1 week ago | gvltoday.6amcity.com | Stephanie Freeman

New Locals’ List, who’s this? Welcome back to Local’s List, where we ask our readers for their recommendations and share them with you. Small Business Week is Sunday, May 4-Sunday, May 10. To celebrate, we asked you to tell us your favorite local small business to create our Locals’ List: Small Businesses edition. Fork and Plough, 1629 E North St. | “Meals like your momma made.” — Recommended by Jimmy K.
Celebrate the Kentucky Derby in Greenville with these events

2 weeks ago | gvltoday.6amcity.com | Stephanie Freeman

Is this too good der-by true? It’s almost Derby Day, and we’ve put together a list of places you can celebrate the Kentucky Derby in Greenville. Grab your big hats and dive in. Saturday, May 3 | 11 a.m.-2 p.m. | AC Hotel Greenville | $55 | Sip, style, and socialize this Derby Day with Graze & Gather’s charcuterie class and themed drinks.
Poe Mill Music is now open in Greenville

2 weeks ago | gvltoday.6amcity.com | Stephanie Freeman

Let’s put on a show Poe. Poe Mill Music — a recording studio + events venue — is now open in the Poe Mill Community on Pinckney Street. We got a sneak peek of the space + spoke to owner and founder Brice Smith. At its heart, Poe Mill Music is a place for music lovers + musicians of all skill levels to hone their craft, listen to live music, and share a sense of community.
Locals' List: Where to find the best spring-themed sweet treats

2 weeks ago | gvltoday.6amcity.com | Stephanie Freeman

These answers put a spring in our step. It’s time for another Locals’ List, and we’re talking spring-themed sweet treats. Here are your top choices for this seasonal fare in our fair city. Carmella’s | “The Peach Sorbetto at Carmella’s Cafe is incredible and screams spring! It’s bright + refreshing and pairs well with a walk in Falls Park.” — Recommended by Nan P. Happy Cow Creamery | Ice cream is back for the season, and Teresa C. says it’s a must-try.
Greenville moments that feel like Hozier's yell

3 weeks ago | gvltoday.6amcity.com | Stephanie Freeman

If you’ve been scrolling on social media in the last few months, you’ve probably seen someone posting “a moment that feels like Hozier’s yell.” We’re here to explain what that means (in case you missed it), and give some examples of Greenville moments that feel like Hozier’s yell.
Table Rock State Park announces upgrades + improvements

3 weeks ago | gvltoday.6amcity.com | Stephanie Freeman

In the aftermath of recent wildfires, and in honor of Earth Day, Table Rock State Park announced upgrades + improvements. “The park survived the Pinnacle fire in 2015, and now this fire in 2025,” said Director of SC Department of Parks, Recreation, and Tourism Duane Parrish. “I just think all of that speaks to how important this park is.” Duke Energy donated $75,000 for trail recovery. After Hurricane Helene, the park suffered from uprooted trees, mudslides, and littered mountain trails.
Breaking down Greenville County Schools' proposed ~$1 billion budget

3 weeks ago | gvltoday.6amcity.com | Stephanie Freeman

Greenville County Schools proposed a budget of ~$1 billion for the 2025-2026 school year, $25 million more than this year. Let’s break down where that extra $25 million could go: $8.1 million for new mental health counselors + state-mandated teacher raises$6 million for raises for non-teacher staff$11.1 million for a boost in teacher pay Greenville’s school district is the largest in the state, with 80,000 students + 11,000 teachers and staff.