The Greer Citizen

07/24/2024

The last issue BEFORE the last issue! This week: Museum plans Greer Citizen Legacy event; Riverside football wins 7-on-7; and Jewell DeYoung reminisces about life, family business. On stands and in stores now!

07/23/2024

Greer Citizen Behind the Scenes: Each week, this is how the whole staff worked together to get the latest edition to your mailbox or favorite purchase spot. Thank you to all of our subscribers and loyal readers for 106 years!

07/19/2024

Greer Citizen Memory Lane: 2003 Football State Champions - Greer High Yellow Jackets

07/17/2024

3 Issues left! This week: South House plans to open Lyman location; Greer Warhawks set to host playoffs; and GMC donates to Angel Heart of Hope–all of that and more news, sports, and features–on stands and in stores now!

07/16/2024

Greer Citizen Memory Lane: A look back on Trade Street.

07/15/2024

The Greer Citizen Memory Lane: QUIZ. No label, no date...Does anyone recognize this group of people?

07/14/2024

The Greer Citizen Memory Lane: Maple Creek Baptist Church Centennial (1987)

07/13/2024

The Greer Citizen Memory Lane: Interior of Walls Grocery (May 1937). Pictured at left are Jack and Kite.

07/12/2024

The Greer Citizen Memory Lane: Greer Mill Youth Baseball Team (circa 1960's).

07/11/2024

Greer Citizen Memory Lane: Blue Ridge High School Reunion (Class not labeled, photo circa 2008 or so)

07/10/2024

4 Issues left! This week: A farewell tribute to Victor Field; Blue Ridge Little League softball heads to regionals; and Toddler to receive life-changing kidney transplant–all of that and more news, sports, and features–on stands and in stores now!

07/09/2024

Greer Citizen Memory Lane: Greer High Class of 1953 Reunion

07/05/2024

The History Behind Hank!

If I remember correctly, Hank came to us thanks to either a purchase or a game win by reporter Jay King during a Greer Family Fest (circa early 2010's, I believe).

He quickly became our unofficial alien mascot. He would make many trips to other festival booths through the years–even providing the entertainment with a selfie station during the 2015 Family Fest. That is when he acquired his signature attire.

Other days he would just hang out in a corner of the office where he would get interesting looks and comments from anyone who happened in.

Hank is feeling a little deflated these days (as are we and the community).

But it's been fun.

Thanks, Greer, for the memories!

07/03/2024

Still 5 issues left! Get yours today to fill up on all the local news, sports and features!

07/03/2024

Thank you for everything, Greer. Final edition will be July 31.

07/01/2024

https://greercitizen.com/news/miss-sc-miss-sc-teen-crowned

(Photo by Amanda Upton Photography)

06/28/2024

Miss Greenville County Sarah Kay Wren wins in Miss SC Fitness preliminary Thursday evening. Competition continues tonight in Columbia. (Photo by Amanda Upton Photography)

https://greercitizen.com/miss-greenville-county-places-miss-sc-fitness-preliminary

06/28/2024

✨ Join us this Sunday ✨

We are honored to announce that the End Of Watch: Ride to Remember 2024, presented by Beyond the Call of Duty, is making a stop at the Spartanburg County Sheriff’s Office— this Sunday, June 30th, from 12:30-2:00pm.

This Sunday will mark day 30 of their 73 day ride across the United States. The citizens of Spartanburg County are invited to help us support Beyond the Call of Duty and honor the Fallen Officers from 2022-2023, including our very own Austin Aldridge.

They will arrive with a 40ft memorial trailer and 4 motorcycles. It’s an event for the whole family!!

Beyond the Call of Duty is a 501(c)3 nonprofit organization dedicated to First Responders. “Our purpose is to ensure that no officer is forgotten, that their families know their loved one has not been forgotten; and that there is recognition, support and understanding to help them heal. We also support department safety and training to help lower the number of fallen officers we see each year. Together, we can make a difference”

Follow along with their journey here:
https://endofwatchride.com/ride-to-remember-stops/

06/27/2024

Miss Greer High Madison Harbin wins Miss SC Teen Evening Gown preliminary Wednesday evening. Competition continues tonight in Columbia. (Photo by Amanda Upton Photography)

https://greercitizen.com/news/miss-greer-high-teen-wins-miss-sc-preliminary

06/26/2024

In this week's Greer Citizen: Blue Ridge Little League team to compete for state title; Duncan to celebrate holiday with Watermelon Festival; and Area mother gives back through Eliana's Closet! Also–See all of your picks for the best Food/Entertainment, Retail, Professional Services, and Health Services in this year's Readers' Choice winners section!

06/05/2024

Benefit car show set to help Joe's Lake; The Greer Citizen All-Area Soccer Teams; Former students honor retiring Chief Chris Harvey; and Class of 2024 honors–all of this and more news, sports, and features in this week's paper–on stands and in stores now!

06/05/2024

🚨MISSING JUVENILE🚨

Deputies with the Greenville County Sheriff’s Office are currently searching for 16-year-old Kaeleigh Sky Whitman. Kaeleigh left her residence, located on Robin Hood Rd., Taylors, on 5/29/24. She was last seen wearing a gray hoodie and brown boots and was believed to have been picked up in a dark in-color vehicle.

Kaeleigh is described as a 5’8/125lbs female with dark brown/black hair and is believed to still be in the area.

Anyone who sees Kaeleigh or has information regarding her whereabouts is asked to call 911.

06/04/2024

**UPDATE**

Carlos has been safely located.

🚨🚨 M I S S I N G P E R S O N 🚨🚨

Deputies with the GCSO are conducting an active search for a missing person.

Carlos Ramos Sosa (73) was last scene leaving his residence on Rayna Court in Greer to go on a walk at around 11:00am. Carlos has epilepsy and the caller indicated it’s unsual for him to be gone this long.

Carlos was last seen wearing a grey t-shirt with camouflage shorts. Deputies request for anyone who sees Carlos or has information concerning his whereabouts to call 911 immediately.

05/29/2024

Pick up a copy of this week's Greer Citizen! Inside: Benson car show raises funds for GCM; The Greer Citizen All-Area Softball Team; Rauch awarded Woman of the Year; plus more news, sports, and features! On stands and in stores now!

05/29/2024

City’s main waterline bursts on Highway 14

05/29/2024

05/22/2024

In this week's edition: City Council allocates Accommodations Tax funds; The Greer Citizen All-Area Baseball Team announced; and Lions Clubs help child receive life-changing surgery! All of this and more news, sport, and features–on stands and in stores now!

05/03/2024

🚨LOCATED SAFE🚨

***Runaway Teenager***

The Greer Police Department is seeking assistance with locating Rashya Nesbitt. Rashya, 14, was last seen April 28th on Avalon Chase Circle in Greer. Rashya is 5 ft. 6in and 150lbs. Her hair is black in the front & orange/brownish in the back. She was last seen wearing a red hoodie, red ripped jeans, & white Air Force Nike shoes. Rashya may be in the Arcadia area of Spartanburg County. Anyone with information on the whereabouts of Rashya is asked to contact Greer Police at 864-848-2151.

05/02/2024

Pick up this week's Greer Citizen–on stands and in stores now! Inside: Farmers Market Summer Series begins next week; Greer Legion baseball announces schedule; new bakery opens in Greer; and FINAL WEEK to enter this year's READERS' CHOICE 2024 contest!

05/01/2024