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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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Food
There’s a new barbecue spot in town: Meet City Barbeque
City Barbeque, a counter-service barbecue chain, will open its first South Carolina location in Greenville.
January 11, 2024
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Danielle Johnson
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Sports
Asked: Should Dabo Swinney coach the Alabama Crimson Tide?
Clemson’s head coach Dabo Swinney played and coached at the University of Alabama before his move to SC, but does that mean he’s the right fit to take over from Nick Saban? We want your hot takes.
January 11, 2024
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Danielle Johnson
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Real Estate
Be the Broker: What should go in the closed Reid’s Fine Foods location?
We asked, you delivered. Here’s what you want to see go in the closed Reid’s Fine Foods location in Greenville.
January 5, 2024
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Danielle Johnson
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Culture
The #UltimateGVLFoodie subscription service tracks downtown’s hundreds of restaurants
Compiled by Greenville History Tours, the #UltimateGVLFoodie list tracks hundreds of restaurants block-by-block every month.
January 3, 2024
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Danielle Johnson
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Culture
A Greenville Hallmark movie plot inspired by Dan and Bran of the “Deck the Hallmark” podcast
In keeping with tradition, this is our official plea for a Greenville Hallmark movie. We’ve called in reinforcements this year to help us plot the perfect synopsis in hopes that Saint Nickolas Hallmark soon will be there.
December 20, 2023
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Danielle Johnson
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Culture
5 questions with Dan and Bran from “Deck the Hallmark”
It’s been five years since two Greenvillians started the “Deck the Hallmark” podcast. We sat down with them for a special holiday Q+A.
December 20, 2023
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Danielle Johnson
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Travel and Outdoors
Hit the road: Here are 6 Carolina cities with festive holiday celebrations
Did you know 6AM City has 26 markets across the country, including six in the Carolinas? We’ve partnered up with our City Editor friends — who are local experts in their cities — to give you a list of Carolina cities with festive holiday celebrations.
December 14, 2023
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Danielle Johnson
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City
The City of Greenville broke ground on roadway improvements along the Cultural Corridor
The Cultural Corridor will improve roadways for drivers while also improving pedestrian connectivity in Downtown Greenville.
December 14, 2023
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Danielle Johnson
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Culture
Sneak peek: Get a look inside Carmella’s Greenville location opening next month
From pizza and sandwiches to fan-favorite cakes and pastries, Carmella’s Greenville location promises a European-cafe vibe located steps from Falls Park.
December 12, 2023
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Danielle Johnson
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Culture
This festive pedicab tour in Greenville features three of our favorite holiday spots
Kidding Around Greenville and Greenville Bike Taxi have teamed up for a festive pedicab tour in Greenville.
December 12, 2023
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Danielle Johnson
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Culture
Meet Danielle and Stephanie with the GVLtoday team
It’s about time we introduced ourselves: Say hello to the faces behind your favorite 5-min morning newsletter.
December 11, 2023
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Stephanie Freeman
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City
The high-speed rail between Charlotte and Atlanta just got new funding from The White House
The $500,000 in funding from the Corridor Identification and Development Program will further study routes between Charlotte and Atlanta, which includes stops in Greenville.
December 9, 2023
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Danielle Johnson
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Food
BridgeWay Brewing Co. will open in December at Mauldin’s BridgeWay Station
With duck pin bowling, beers brewed on site, and a full-service restaurant, the family-friendly brewery is the first food and beverage concept to open at Mauldin’s Bridgeway Station.
December 8, 2023
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Danielle Johnson
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Culture
Choose your own LALtoday adventure
Choose my fate — if you dare.
December 8, 2023
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Danielle Johnson
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Making spirits bright: Sip on 12 Days of Cocktails at the Grand Bohemian Lodge
From eggnog with a twist to festive cranberry cocktails, there’s something for every cocktail fan during the 12 Days of Cocktails at the Grand Bohemian Lodge.
December 8, 2023
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Danielle Johnson
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Culture
Have you seen the giant inflatable Santas lining Earle Street? We know the backstory.
Nothing says Christmas Cheer like a feel-good story of neighbors lifting each other’s spirits, and that’s what fueled the army of giant inflatable Santas lining Earle Street.
December 6, 2023
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Danielle Johnson
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Culture
New Year’s Eve events in Greenville, SC
Here are 11 New Year’s Eve events in Greenville, SC to ring to get you in the festive spirit.
December 5, 2023
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Danielle Johnson
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Food
Up on the Roof’s holiday pop-up “Elf’d Up” is a twinkling wonderland of lights
The holiday pop-up bar gives picturesque views of Greenville surrounded by holiday lights and magic.
November 28, 2023
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Danielle Johnson
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Food
How the Grinch Stole Greenville is taking over Group Therapy Pub & Playground
November 23, 2023
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Danielle Johnson
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Food
Miracle holiday pop-up bar takes over Southernside Brewing Co.
The Greenville, SC brewery is trading hops and barley for boughs of holly Tuesday, Nov. 21-Saturday, Dec. 30.
November 20, 2023
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Kyle Steadings
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Entertainment
Choose your own adventure results: AVLtoday edition
You chose how AVLtoday City Editor Grace spent her day in Asheville — from where she ate to how she spent her free time.
November 20, 2023
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Grace Powers
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Culture
These are the 8 Upstate Whataburger locations opening in 2024
The TX-based burger chain, which boasts a 24/7 menu and fan-favorite late night breakfast, will open eight Upstate Whataburger locations in Greenville, Spartanburg, Pickens, and Anderson counties.
November 16, 2023
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Danielle Johnson
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City
Choose your own adventure results: WStoday edition
You’ve decided the fate of WStoday City Editor Kellina and how spends her day in the Twin City.
November 14, 2023
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Kellina Wanteu
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City
Project Preview Meetings give an early glimpse at what could be coming to Greenville
Whether you like to be in the know or have feedback for a developer about an upcoming project, the City of Greenville launched monthly Project Preview Meetings to help foster transparency in development.
November 14, 2023
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Danielle Johnson
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Culture
Choose your own adventure: AVLtoday edition
Help choose how AVLtoday City Editor Grace will spend her day in Asheville — from where she eats to how she enjoys her free time.
November 8, 2023
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Grace Powers
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Elections
The results are in: Here’s who won seats in the 2023 City of Greenville election
The mayor’s seat and three city council seats were up for grabs.
November 7, 2023
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Danielle Johnson
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Tourism and Hospitality
Choose your own WStoday adventure
Choose my fate — if you dare.
November 6, 2023
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Danielle Johnson
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Culture
Ice on Main returns for the holiday season in Greenville, SC
Dust off your skates. We’re jumping + twirling into the holiday season with a Greenville tradition.
November 6, 2023
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Danielle Johnson
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Elections
Why you should vote in the 2023 Indianapolis Municipal Election
These candidates, if elected, will help shape the City of Indianapolis’ future over their four-year term.
November 3, 2023
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Nicole Hernandez
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Culture
Greenville’s newest food trail celebrates Eugenia Duke, Duke’s Mayo, and its history
These 20 food stops and four historic spots celebrate Eugenia Duke, her famous Duke’s Mayo, and how it all came to be right here in Greenville, SC.
November 2, 2023
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Danielle Johnson
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