The Index-Journal

The Index-Journal has been in the hands of Greenwood families since it first launched on February 6, 1919. Harry L. Watson was the original owner and served as both editor and publisher for over five decades. The newspaper started its journey on Maxwell Avenue, where it operated on the second floor above a cinema, while the printing press was located on the dirt floor below.

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Greenwood City Council hears hate crime ordinance plea, reviews first reading ordinances

1 day ago | indexjournal.com | Renee Ortiz

Upcoming events The Mayor’s Youth Council fundraiser at 9 a.m. at the YMCA on will be on Saturday, April 26th. The event will raise money for Next Level Lifestyles and will include activities like a walk-a-thon and a color throw. Participants will wear white t-shirts that will get colored during the event. Community Action Day will be on 11 a.m. to 2 p.m., Friday May 16, at the James Medford Family Event Center at Piedmont Technical College.
"Make a ham sandwich": Calhoun Falls Audit uncovers extensive credit card use, financial blackouts and mismanagement

1 day ago | indexjournal.com | Renee Ortiz

A forensic audit of the Town of Calhoun Falls has uncovered widespread financial mismanagement, budgetary failures, and questionable practices by Mayor Terrico Holland and other officials — a conclusion provided by a report issued this month by CRI Advisors, LLC on behalf of the South Carolina Office of the State Auditor.
SIDEBAR: Calhoun Falls audit forwarded to SC Inspector General's Office

1 day ago | indexjournal.com | Renee Ortiz

For more information You can find more information about Title 8, Chapter 13 of the South Carolina Code of Laws at:You can find more information on the State Ethics Commission here:For information and to access the complaint form, visit the State Ethics Commission’s Complaints page. What is Proviso 117.200?
Upstate Sportsman: Sign up for fishing lessons

4 days ago | indexjournal.com | Phillip Gentry

Watching professional golfers go head-to-head last week during the Masters left a lot of weekend hackers wishing they could up their game. The same can be said for weekend anglers after watching one of the professional bass tournaments where fish just seem to jump in the boat. Amateur golfers take golf lessons from golf pros. Why not take advantage of a personal fishing trainer? Most people consider the use of a fishing guide as a one-time opportunity to go have an enjoyable day and catch fish.
Greenwood County Council tables RV Park decision, approves food truck regulations

6 days ago | indexjournal.com | Renee Ortiz

Talk of growth, development and public use shaped the Greenwood County Council’s meeting Tuesday, where members advanced several zoning proposals but paused one major plan for an RV park. Council voted unanimously to postpone Ordinance 2025-06, which would have rezoned about 8.12 acres at 3211 Hwy 72-221 E, for a medium-density RV park under a Planned Development District (PDD). The proposed RV park that would accommodate 40-60 recreational vehicles with six-month stay options.
Owners serving up excitement for food truck park ordinance

6 days ago | indexjournal.com | Renee Ortiz

When you’re on the hunt for a tasty treat, you might hit up a local restaurant or a drive-thru. But some find their meals at restaurants on wheels, aka food trucks. Nicole Brown spends most days in her food truck serving up bubbly beverages for customers. As the owner of Sunshine Soda Shack, she’s spent the last few years driving across Greenwood County, serving up fizzy drinks with names as playful as her pop-up itself.
Looking for the perfect match? Start with your 401(k)

6 days ago | indexjournal.com | John Cooper

Relationships can be tricky and complex, which might be the understatement of the year. When we hear the word relationship, most people immediately think of the people closest to us, such as a spouse, child, parent, sibling etc. However, few consider the dynamics of their relationship with money, which can be equally complex.
Teresa S. Goodman: Nonprofit director has vision for revitalizing south-end housing

1 week ago | indexjournal.com | Claire Donaghy

Teresa Suber Goodman has a vision for the south-end of Greenwood: to have more viable home-ownership options. Goodman, of Greenwood, is among 25 community leaders selected to participate in the 16-week 2025 cohort of the Community Investment Training Program, through the Federal Reserve Bank of Richmond, Virginia’s Rural Investment Collaborative.
Aunty Pam: Straight out of 'Mean Girls'

1 week ago | indexjournal.com | Pam Stone

I have a terrible problem and don’t know what to do. Just to set up the situation, I’m 32, never married, not many dates. I know I’m pretty plain and choose not to wear much make up, but if I wore a lot, I would look OK. I’m also about 20 pounds overweight. Basically, I’m the kind of person nobody would notice, and that’s fine with me. About a week ago, a woman I work with asked if I would be one of three bridesmaids at her upcoming wedding.
GHS golfer Cameron Addis signs with Chowan

1 week ago | indexjournal.com | Andrew Chodes

There were trips every day to the golf course, then consistent junior tournaments, then an immense physical and emotional growth. And Tuesday, it all came to fruition as Greenwood's Cameron Addis signed to continue his golf career at Chowan. "I've been waiting a long time for this," Addis said. Addis has played on Greenwood's varsity golf team since seventh grade, but his golfing journey started way before that.