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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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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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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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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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City
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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Real Estate
Curb Appeal: Share your home’s best spring + summer outdoor features
We want to see your best set-ups for the spring and summer months.
May 29, 2024
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Shea Stapley
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Events
Music by the lake returns to Furman for the summer
The “Sounds of Summer” concert series is back at Furman University and features lakeside concerts from now until August 1.
May 28, 2024
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Danielle Johnson
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Culture
Asked: What if Columbia, SC looked like this?
Dream big, Columbians. We want to hear your whackiest, wonkiest, dreamiest, funniest, what if Columbia ideas.
May 24, 2024
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Samantha Robertson
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City
A first-of-its-kind used book store called SecondStory is coming to Greenville
Run by Goodwill, SecondStory is the first-of-its-kind and will sell a wide variety of books.
May 22, 2024
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Danielle Johnson
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City
The Salvation Army unveils $16 million redesign plans
The Salvation Army of Greenville, which has been serving the community for 119 years, says 1,400+ Greenvillians experience homelessness on any given night.
May 22, 2024
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Danielle Johnson
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Real Estate
Curb Appeal: Share your home’s best spring + summer outdoor features
We want to see your best set ups for the spring and summer months.
May 16, 2024
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Danielle Johnson
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Arts
Clemson students redesigned and installed a new sculpture in Greenville
“Theatre of Play” was reimagined for the Nicholtown neighborhood.
May 16, 2024
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Danielle Johnson
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City
Here are the tallest buildings making up Greenville’s skyline
As a 29-story tower continues through the approval process for the City of Greenville, we’re looking at the tallest downtown buildings.
May 14, 2024
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Danielle Johnson
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Food
Inside the New Realm Brewing Co. at the Old Cigar Warehouse
New Realm Brewing Co. is nearing its opening inside the Old Cigar Warehouse, and we’re taking you inside the historic landmark building for a sneak peek.
May 8, 2024
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Danielle Johnson
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City
Looking back at 20 years of Artisphere
From the inaugural Artisphere to Maya Angelou’s visit to becoming one of the country’s premiere art festivals, we’re looking back at 20 years of Artisphere.
May 8, 2024
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Danielle Johnson
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Events
Here’s who’s coming to town for the Greenville Country Music Fest
The festival at CCNB Ampitheatre is celebrating its fifth year with a country lineup including Nashville stars + local singer-songwriters.
May 6, 2024
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Danielle Johnson
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Culture
5 questions with Grammy-nominated blues artist Marcus King
Marcus King talks about his must-visit Greenville spots, his next hometown performance, and he weigh’s in on the controversial topic — mustard or vinegar barbecue?
April 29, 2024
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Danielle Johnson
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City
Greenville Downtown Airport by the numbers
Did you know the Greenville Downtown Airport is among the busiest aviation hubs in our state? We’re breaking down the facts and figures, and the impact, of GMU.
April 26, 2024
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Danielle Johnson
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Food
Choose your own adventure: RALtoday edition
Choose your own adventure and help City Editor Cat plan how she spends her day in Raleigh, from where she works to evening entertainment. You chose, now read your recommendations below.
April 19, 2024
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Cat George
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Small Business
Here’s where to find new and used vinyls at record stores in Greenville, SC
Whether you’re participating in Record Store Day 2024 or you’re just looking to shop local for some music, we’ve rounded up record stores in Greenville, SC.
April 18, 2024
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David Stringer
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Small Business
Indy in bloom: Here’s where to see, shop, and pick flowers this spring
Stop and smell the roses, tulips, and more across Indianapolis.
April 16, 2024
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Nicole Hernandez
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City
Answered: What if... Greenville looked like this?
From a tiny home community to downtown ziplines, here are some of your craziest ideas for Greenville.
April 12, 2024
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Danielle Johnson
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30+ parks in Greenville
We’re highlighting the best parks that Greenville, SC has to offer — complete with Falls Park on the Reedy, Paris Mountain State Park, and Unity Park.
April 11, 2024
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Danielle Johnson
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Food
Guess who: This celebrity chef is coming to the euphoria 2024 festival
Known for his shows on Food Network, and his signature essence, can you guess this celebrity chef that will be cooking at the euphoria 2024 festival?
April 10, 2024
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Danielle Johnson
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