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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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Small Business
The rising cost of Liquor Liability Insurance in South Carolina
SC small businesses are facing closures due to rising liquor liability insurance premiums, with legislative reform delayed and limited solutions available.
September 5, 2024
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Danielle Johnson
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Small Business
The rising cost of Liquor Liability Insurance
SC small businesses are facing closures due to rising liquor liability insurance premiums, with legislative reform delayed and limited solutions available.
September 5, 2024
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David Stringer
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Arts
A new mural honors Greenville legend Peabo Bryson
The colorful mural at The Commons near Unity Park honors the Grammy winning, R&B legend.
September 3, 2024
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Danielle Johnson
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Entertainment
Moonlight Movies returns to Falls Park
Here are the titles playing in Falls Park almost every Thursday in September and October for Moonlight Movies.
August 30, 2024
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Kyle Steadings
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City
Visitors and tourists will spend almost $1 billion in Greenville in 2024
Greenville, SC is no stranger to tourists venturing from all over to experience our city, and VisitGreenvilleSC has the numbers to prove it — here’s a look at Greenville’s tourism by the numbers.
August 28, 2024
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Danielle Johnson
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Food
Where to watch football in Greenville
It’s that time of year, and we’re sharing 10+ spots for watching football in Greenville.
August 26, 2024
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Danielle Johnson
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Education
Here’s an update on SC’s first College of Veterinary Medicine at Clemson
Coming in 2026, Clemson’s first professional program will help meet the community’s needs as SC experiences a veterinarian shortage.
August 23, 2024
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Danielle Johnson
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City
Here’s what could be in the city’s Greenline-Spartanburg master plan
The City of Greenville says the Greenline-Spartanburg neighborhood near downtown faces enormous growth pressure and a dwindling stock of affordable housing.
August 22, 2024
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Danielle Johnson
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Food
What to know before you go to Greenville’s first Hatch Chile Roast
Lewis Barbecue is bringing a new tradition to Greenville and will celebrate pitmaster John Lewis’ favorite ingredient, the Hatch green chile.
August 20, 2024
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Danielle Johnson
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Wellness
What is that Greenville Run Club I’m seeing all over social media and is it worth the hype?
Hundreds of runners meet at The Commons to run to Cancer Survivors Park and back every Monday night for Greenville Run Club.
August 16, 2024
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Danielle Johnson
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Business
Here are Seattle’s fastest-growing companies named on Inc. 5000
These Seattle-based companies made the Inc. 5000 list for their outstanding percentage revenue growth over the last three years.
August 13, 2024
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Alina Hunter-Grah
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City
These are the fastest-growing companies in Greenville
These local businesses landed on the Inc. 5000 list, which ranks them according to percentage revenue growth over the last three years.
August 13, 2024
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Sarah Andrews
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Business
Meet the humanoid robots that helped assemble cars at BMW’s Plant Spartanburg
The test took place over several weeks and looked at how humanoid robots can be safely used in automobile production.
August 8, 2024
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Danielle Johnson
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Education
Get ready for the school season with help from your favorite City Editors
It’s been a while since we’ve both been in school, but we remember it like it was yesterday. Here are our tips for the school season.
August 7, 2024
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Stephanie Freeman
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Food
Wine and dine around Greenville for Restaurant Week South Carolina
Get your calendars out and start booking your reservations at these Greenville-area eateries offering special dishes, menus, and deals for a limited time during Restaurant Week South Carolina.
August 7, 2024
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Danielle Johnson
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Culture
How Greenville’s future music scene is honoring a venue from the past
Trueline has several plans to play homage to The Handlebar, a mid-size venue that hosted musical acts in Greenville for 20 years.
August 6, 2024
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Danielle Johnson
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Culture
What’s a “brat summer” and how do I have one?
Thanks to Charli XCX’s hit pop album, we’re here to decode why “brat” is all over the airwaves, internet, and right outside your front door.
August 6, 2024
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Madison McMillen
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City
Progress updates: Here’s what’s happening with 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.”
August 5, 2024
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Danielle Johnson
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Food
Be the broker: What should go into Runway Café at Greenville Downtown Airport?
Runway Café's lease is up in May 2025, and the Greenville Downtown Airport is looking for new concepts to potentially take over the space.
July 31, 2024
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Danielle Johnson
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Food
Your ultimate guide for apple picking near Greenville, SC
Whether you’re looking to pick them yourself or pick up a bushel, here are the best places to find apples (and apple cider donuts) a short drive from Greenville.
July 29, 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 26, 2024
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Danielle Johnson
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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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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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