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Danielle Johnson

Senior City 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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Food
Sip on 30+ craft mocktails in Greenville
Sip on non-alcoholic beers and wines + craft mocktails in Greenville
July 25, 2024
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Danielle Johnson
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History
Why Greenville’s drinking water is some of the best in the US
From winning awards to protecting wildlife, you may not know these facts about Greenville’s drinking water.
July 25, 2024
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Danielle Johnson
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Development
Here’s a look at the new Biltmore Walk development that just broke ground
The Biltmore Walk development checks boxes from the City of Greenville’s 23-year-old master plan for the area.
July 11, 2024
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Danielle Johnson
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Play
Local coffee shops outnumber Starbucks in Greenville
Our comprehensive guide to some of the best local coffee shops in Greenville, SC will help you find the perfect place to enjoy a cup of coffee. Whether you’re looking for a quiet place to knock out some work or need to satisfy a craving for pastries, GVLtoday has you covered.
July 10, 2024
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Danielle Johnson
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Volunteer
The Gratefull GVL community potluck is back for 2024
Each year, the Gratefull GVL event brings together thousands of Greenvillians for a communal potluck meal during the week of Thanksgiving.
July 9, 2024
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Danielle Johnson
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City
The 23rd annual Really Good, Really Big, Really Cheap Book Sale in Greenville, SC
From volunteering to attending the kick-off event to shopping the free sale, here’s how you can support the Really Good, Really Big, Really Cheap Book Sale.
July 4, 2024
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Kyle Steadings
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Food
Hot diggity dog: Here’s where to get hot dogs in Greenville
From longtime spots slinging chili dogs to roadside drive thrus and trendier offerings like corn dogs rolled in Flamin’ Hot Cheetos, this is your complete guide to Greenville’s hot dog scene.
July 3, 2024
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Danielle Johnson
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Live
Cost of living in Greenville
We’ve broken down the cost of living in Greenville, SC, comparing it to other states and the US national average.
July 1, 2024
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Jessalin Heins-Nagamoto
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City
Fill out a survey the next time you hit the Prisma Health Swamp Rabbit Trail
The City of Greenville is gathering information from Prisma Health Swamp Rabbit Trail users from now until Friday, July 12.
July 1, 2024
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Danielle Johnson
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Development
Bon Secours Wellness Arena hopes to undergo $150 million in renovations
After celebrating 25 years in Greenville, Bon Secours Wellness Arena hopes to undergo a transformation that keeps it competitive with other arenas in our region.
June 27, 2024
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Danielle Johnson
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City
Why is everything in this city named after a Swamp Rabbit?
A look back at the Swamp Rabbit Trail’s history, before it was the greenway we know today, holds the answer.
June 26, 2024
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Ana Gibson
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Culture
The stage has been set for the cast and plays of the 2024 SC New Play Festival
Two plays, three musicals, an variety show, and a cabaret featuring a Tony-nominated star will take over Downtown Greenville, SC’s theaters for the SC New Play Festival from Thursday, Aug. 8 to Sunday, Aug. 11.
June 26, 2024
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Danielle Johnson
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Events
The 2024 Artisphere festival broke records
From an increase in attendees to record sales for artists, here are the facts and figures from the 2024 Artisphere festival
June 25, 2024
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Danielle Johnson
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Travel and Outdoors
Where to watch fireworks and celebrate the Fourth of July
Check out these seven must-do Fourth of July events taking place in and around Greenville, SC.
June 21, 2024
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Danielle Johnson
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City
Developers will be answering questions about these major projects in Greenville
While the City of Greenville holds Project Planning Meetings every month, it seems the June agenda is chock-full of forthcoming major projects in Greenville.
June 21, 2024
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Danielle Johnson
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Restaurants
Kick off your travels at Greenville-Spartanburg International Airport’s new Triumph Taproom
Serving breakfast, lunch, and dinner, Triumph Taproom offers a new dining option at Greenville-Spartanburg International Airport while celebrating our local soccer club.
June 20, 2024
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Danielle Johnson
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City
Here’s what’s going on with all of the construction at Clemson University
Clemson University shared an update on its ongoing construction projects.
June 19, 2024
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Danielle Johnson
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Play
50+ brunch restaurants to try in Greenville
Check out these brunch restaurants, cafes, and diners in Greenville, SC serving a variety of egg dishes, mimosas, bloody marys, and more.
June 17, 2024
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Kyle Steadings
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City
The upcoming “retro” Spinx has late night hours
This “alternative format” Spinx convenience store is planned for the former The Cook’s Station location at 659 S. Main St. in downtown Greenville, SC.
June 14, 2024
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Danielle Johnson
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History
A new history series explores Greenville’s past
Hosted by the Greenville County Historical Society, the 2024-2025 Lecture Series will help Greenvillians learn more about our city by looking at its past.
June 13, 2024
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Danielle Johnson
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City
The City of Greenville broke ground on Unity Park’s Honor Tower
Unity Park’s Honor Tower will pay tribute to local military and first responders, and architect Paul Endres says he hopes the design “unifies the city and helps bring people together.”
June 11, 2024
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Danielle Johnson
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Food
Greenville filmmakers won a James Beard Award for their short film about Sum Bar
“Great Wall” — a short film by Undercurrent Film Company — followed Khailing Neoh’s journey to open her downtown dim sum restaurant Sum Bar.
June 9, 2024
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Danielle Johnson
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Food
Vintage Coffee Cafe brings “good vibes” to Overbrook
From the team behind Coastal Crust, Vintage Coffee Cafe wants to offer a family-friendly cafe with a flavorful menu.
June 5, 2024
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Danielle Johnson
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Food
Where to find fresh donuts in Greenville, SC
We’re highlighting businesses in Greenville, SC and across the Upstate serving fresh doughnuts with creative toppings.
June 4, 2024
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Danielle Johnson
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Travel and Outdoors
Meet WYLDSTAY, a new camping experience opening in Greenville County this summer
WYLDSTAY hopes to make camping easy and low-stress by doing the set-up work for you.
June 3, 2024
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Danielle Johnson
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Live
Summer 2024 weather forecast for Greenville
Prepare for summer weather in Greenville with these seasonal temperature and precipitation outlooks.
June 3, 2024
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Sarah Leonhardt
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Culture
Answered: What if... Columbia looked like this?
From skytrams that go over 378 to river development and pedestrian bridges, here are some of your answers for What if... Columbia looked like this?
May 31, 2024
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Samantha Robertson
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Small Business
These three local agriculture businesses are doing things differently
The SC Department of Agriculture just awarded three Greenville County agriculture businesses with grants celebrating their entrepreneurship and innovation.
May 30, 2024
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Danielle Johnson
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City
Expandable, a Dutch customizable trailer company, just tapped Greenville County for its first US headquarters
Meet Expandable, offering mobile, customizable trailers. The company just invested $3 million to establish its US headquarters in Greenville County creating 10 jobs.
May 30, 2024
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Danielle Johnson
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Culture
Kick off Pride Month with these local events
Saturday, June 1 marks the start of Pride Month and these three events are kicking off the celebrations.
May 30, 2024
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Danielle Johnson
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