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Danielle Johnson

Senior Newsletter Editor

Danielle is based in Greenville, SC and came to GVLtoday from the television news world, previously serving as the Executive Producer at WIS-TV in Columbia, SC. Whether she’s on the job or not, she loves checking out her city’s food + beverage scene and learning about local history.

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History
Do you remember when the Greenville Memorial Auditorium was imploded?
It was almost exactly 28 years ago when Greenvillians said goodbye to the historic Greenville Memorial Auditorium.
September 18, 2025
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Danielle Johnson
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Live
What does it cost to live in Cowtown?
We’ve broken down the cost of living in Fort Worth, TX, comparing it to other states and the US national average.
September 17, 2025
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Kate Mazade
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Culture
Greenville’s Fall Bucket List
September 15, 2025
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Danielle Johnson
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Culture
The Greenville Gingerbread Exhibit returns this holiday season
Dough not worry, the fan-favorite Greenville holiday tradition — The Greenville Gingerbread Exhibit — is back.
September 15, 2025
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Danielle Johnson
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Travel and Outdoors
How an unconnected telephone brings healing to Conestee Nature Preserve
A new Wind Phone now offers visitors a quiet space in Conestee’s Rock Garden to share unspoken words with lost loved ones.
September 9, 2025
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Danielle Johnson
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City
What Greenville leaders learned on a visit to Boise, ID
Greenville’s civic and business leaders are traveling to Boise, Idaho, for a multiday Intercommunity Leadership Visit — exploring how one of America’s top-ranked cities is tackling growth, innovation, and quality of life. We’re taking you along.
September 9, 2025
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Danielle Johnson
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Real Estate
Here’s your chance to live in a restored 1929 downtown landmark
Once a 1929 synagogue, now a downtown retreat — 307 Townes Street blends history, craftsmanship, and modern luxury. From a dome-crowned primary suite to a garden oasis with a heated pool, this landmark home is on the market.
September 5, 2025
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Danielle Johnson
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City
How Greenville’s record-breaking tourism affects you
VisitGreenvilleSC shared new tourism figures, including tax relief it brings residents in and around Greenville.
September 4, 2025
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Danielle Johnson
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How you can help preserve Greenville’s history
Here’s how you can turn your old photos and records into a piece of Greenville history.
August 29, 2025
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Danielle Johnson
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City
Top Clicks: Here’s what you loved in LALtoday last month
We keep an eye on your clicks to make sure LALtoday is always filled with content you love.
August 28, 2025
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Danielle Johnson
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Food
Where to watch sports in Greenville
We’re sharing 10+ spots for watching sports in Greenville.
August 26, 2025
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Danielle Johnson
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Catch these Top Chefs, Chopped Champions, and other TV chefs at euphoria in Greenville, SC
As “Top Chef” kicks off its filming, with plans to shoot in Greenville, alumni of the show and other fan-favorite television chefs are descending on our city for the 20th annual euphoria festival.
August 25, 2025
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Danielle Johnson
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Events
Upcoming concerts in Greenville to add to your calendar
From Luke Bryan to The Lumineers, get your tickets to these upcoming concerts in Greenville before they sell out.
August 20, 2025
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Danielle Johnson
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Culture
A Greenville woman tried on Mom’s 1985 wedding dress — but it isn’t hers
It’s been 40 years since Connie Payne had her wedding dress preserved at a Greenville dry cleaner (that has since closed). When she pulled out the dress for her daughter to try on ahead of her 2026 wedding, it wasn’t her dress.
August 19, 2025
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Danielle Johnson
A comparison photo of Uptown Charlotte in 2024 vs. 2007.
Development
Travel back in time in Charlotte with Google Street View
We cover Charlotte’s changing landscape every day, but we also love to look back. We used Google Street View to remember how some of Charlotte’s most prominent landmarks looked almost 20 years ago.
August 19, 2025
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Maria Adnado
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Development
What does the “Baby BI-LO’s” new owner plan to do with the North Main development?
Many storefronts in the North Main shopping center have remained vacant since the “Baby BI-LO” closed in 2013, but developers hope to change that.
August 14, 2025
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Danielle Johnson
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City
What if... Greenville had Social Districts?
These designated districts — which allow pedestrians within its boundaries to carry open alcoholic beverages outside — are growing in popularity around the US.
August 6, 2025
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Danielle Johnson
Three canvas tote bags are lined up against a bright blue background. Each has colored straps—pink, green, and blue—and embroidered text reading “cir squad,” “CHStoday,” and “shem queen.”
City
Show your Charleston pride with an ironic Boat and Tote
Before summer ends, we’re hopping on this trend, where you jazz up these beloved, versatile tote bags with a Charleston twist.
August 4, 2025
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Danielle Johnson
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Top Clicks: Here’s what you loved in GVLtoday last month
We keep an eye on your clicks to make sure GVLtoday is always filled with content you love.
July 31, 2025
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Danielle Johnson
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Business
Where to shop local for tax-free weekend
South Carolina’s Tax Free Weekend gives you a chance to save on clothes, school supplies, books + more (online orders included). Here’s where to stock up at local spots.
July 31, 2025
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Danielle Johnson
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How a master plan brought the Swamp Rabbit Trail to life
As the Swamp Rabbit Trail continues its growth across our city (and beyond), we’re looking back at the master plan that started it all.
July 28, 2025
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Danielle Johnson
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Food
How are diners selected for “Top Chef?”
With the news that “Top Chef” is bringing season 23 to Greenville, there’s high interest in tasting the cheftestants’ creations during the challenges and events, but the process is cloaked in secrecy + bound by non-disclosure agreements.
July 24, 2025
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Danielle Johnson
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Food
Bravo’s “Top Chef” is bringing Season 23 to Greenville
Bravo’s ‘Top Chef’ is bringing its kitchen showdown to the Carolinas, with Season 23 filming in Charlotte and spotlighting Greenville’s rising food scene in several episodes.
July 23, 2025
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Danielle Johnson
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Food
Indulge in caviar service at these Greenville restaurants
From smoked tableside presentations to bubbles and brine, Greenville’s caviar scene is more luxe than you might think. We’re diving into where you can order caviar around town, whether you’re planning a splurge-worthy night out or looking to impress guests with a Champagne and caviar cart at your next event.
July 23, 2025
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Danielle Johnson
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City
Greenville’s skate park is finally in development and you can be a part of the planning process
Greenville’s skate scene has rolled through decades of DIY grit, community advocacy, and near-misses. As a new wheelsports park finally gains momentum, we’re looking back at the turning points, shuttered parks, and local legends that helped pave the way for the city’s long-awaited concrete playground.
July 22, 2025
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Danielle Johnson
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Culture
Show your Greenville pride with an ironic Boat and Tote
Hopping on a summer trend, we’re jazzing up these beloved versatile tote bags with a Greenville twist.
July 21, 2025
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Danielle Johnson
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Fitness
Greenville adult sports leagues
Join a Greenville adult sports league and make new friends, exercise, and let your competitive juices flow. From darts to volleyball, there is a sport for every skill level.
July 18, 2025
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Stephanie Freeman
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Food
We’re celebrating all things peaches in our inaugural Peach Week
July 17, 2025
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Danielle Johnson
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How Clemson University’s Peach Team is like the Avengers
Clemson’s Peach Team brings together the best scientists in their respective disciplines to ensure the peach industry remains forward-thinking and thrives for years to come.
July 17, 2025
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Danielle Johnson
“Top-down view of a person wearing a blue and white striped dress holding a basket full of freshly picked peaches while standing on green grass.”
Culture
Try these recipes with your fresh SC peaches
Save, share, and savor these local peach recipes all season long.
July 15, 2025
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Danielle Johnson
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