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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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Boardwalk at Reedy River Wetlands Preserve in Unity Park
City
Help shape the future of Greenville’s parks
You can be a part of the strategic plan focused on green space, trails, parks, and events in Greenville, SC.
July 27, 2023
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Danielle Johnson
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Food
Scoundrel’s “Friends in Mischief” dinner series brings international chefs to Greenville
July 25, 2023
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Danielle Johnson
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Sponsored
Try This: Aqua Fit Class at the YMCA of Greenville
Looking for a dynamic, low-impact workout? This one is for you.
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Food
A local chef hit the Flavortown Market for “Guy’s Grocery Games”
Chef Michael Siebert joined three other chefs to compete for $20,000 on the hit Food Network show.
July 19, 2023
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Danielle Johnson
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City
Historic Greenville medical center receives $600,000 in funding
The McClaren Medical Shelter served Greenville’s Black community in the 1950’s, and will soon serve the community again as a center offering health care and support services.
July 19, 2023
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Danielle Johnson
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Sponsored
Try This: 3D printing at Greenville Tech
The next generation of CNC machinists is learning the ropes in this state-of-the-art facility.
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Food
A food and drink tour of Bon Secours Wellness Arena
As hot dog and soft pretzel connoisseurs, we looked to branch out on our recent visit to Bon Secours Wellness Arena. From barbecue to craft cocktails and buffalo chicken totchos, here’s what we tried.
July 17, 2023
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Danielle Johnson
A blue sky behind a modern building with floor-to-ceiling windows.
City
Greenville County’s new $65 million administrative building opens
Housing 500+ county employees and county services (think: tax and property offices), this new complex is also the anchor to the $1 billion County Square redevelopment.
July 14, 2023
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Danielle Johnson
Aerial shot of current city hall building (tall, multi-story, black mid-century building)
City
What you need to know about Greenville’s new development code
The drafted code serves as the city’s guidelines for future development and growth and takes effect Saturday, July 15.
July 12, 2023
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Danielle Johnson
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Food
Celebrate Drink Up Greenville with these summer drink specials and events
We’re honoring Greenville’s beverages and beverage makers with these summer drinks and upcoming drink events.
July 11, 2023
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Danielle Johnson
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Sponsored
Try This: Wine & Cheese Pairing at Lowes Foods
Here’s how you can experience this for yourself.
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Food
Sneak peek: Get your play on at Main Event
The entertainment center opening summer 2023 features arcade games, bowling, virtual reality, and laser tag.
July 5, 2023
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Danielle Johnson
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City
What you need to know about Fourth of July fireworks at Unity Park
From parking to food offerings, here’s what you need to know if you’re planning to attend the fireworks at Unity Park on the Fourth of July.
June 30, 2023
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Danielle Johnson
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Food
The Greenville Vegan Chef Challenge features new dishes all July
Local restaurants are serving up new plant-based menu items hoping your vote will make them the winner.
June 29, 2023
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Danielle Johnson
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Business
BMW breaks ground on $700 million Plant Woodruff
The $700 million facility will create 300 jobs and support Plant Spartanburg’s plans to produce six fully-electric vehicles by 2030.
June 28, 2023
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Danielle Johnson
A neon green crosswalk at the intersection of Stone and Main.
City
The City of Greenville unveiled plans for an “intelligent transportation system”
Featuring a new Traffic Management Center, the master plan highlights how engineers will track road conditions in real-time, making adjustments to keep traffic flowing and safe.
June 27, 2023
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Danielle Johnson
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Travel and Outdoors
The Prisma Health Swamp Rabbit Trail Green Line is getting an expansion
The Prisma Health Swamp Rabbit Trail opened the Green Line last year, and to make it safer, Greenville City leaders are working on an expansion.
June 19, 2023
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Danielle Johnson
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Sponsored
Try This: Downtown Alive
A free community event, Piedmont Natural Gas Downtown Alive takes over NOMA Square every Thursday.
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City
Here’s why Wade Hampton Boulevard could be reduced from 7 lanes to 5 lanes
You can provide feedback on the Wade Hampton Boulevard Corridor Improvement Project.
June 15, 2023
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Danielle Johnson
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City
The City of Greenville is creating an Economic Development Corporation
The Greenville City Economic Development Corporation staff will use public funds and private capital to recruit businesses and projects to the city of Greenville. The goal? To maintain and expand the city’s economic vibrancy.
June 13, 2023
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Danielle Johnson
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Food
GVLtoday is hosting Drink Up in July to celebrate beverages and beverage makers
June 11, 2023
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Samantha Robertson
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Sponsored
Try This: Roper Mountain’s Summer Adventure
From ways to learn while school’s out to energizing activities to burn energy, here’s how you can Try This.
Sponsored by
A rendering of a road with a bridge over it and an airplane taking flight above.
City
Designs unveiled for Greenville’s Airport District
From an airport viewing platform to a mobility hub, check out preliminary designs for the city’s 15-year Airport District plan.
June 7, 2023
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Danielle Johnson
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Food
An entertainment venue will open in downtown Greer
Featuring games, food, wine, beer, and craft cocktails, Trade Street Social is the latest venture for Crafted Community Concepts.
June 6, 2023
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Danielle Johnson
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Food
Duke’s Hot Tomato Summer returns to local restaurants
Greenville, SC restaurants will showcase signature dishes featuring Duke’s Mayonnaise and fresh tomatoes in celebration of the weeklong event, Duke’s Hot Tomato Summer.
June 2, 2023
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Danielle Johnson
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Food
Scout’s Doughnuts is all about community, connection, and cronuts
Scout’s Donuts in Greenville, SC started in 2022 as a cronut business popping up and selling wholesale at coffee shops. Now the local couple behind the business has plans to expand.
June 1, 2023
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Danielle Johnson
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Development
Trueline music venue in the West End plans to begin construction in 2024
The Trueline music venue, to be located at 401 Rhett St., plans to feature a main hall, intimate performance room, rooftop terrace, and courtyard, are underway, with a crowdfuning campaign in place to make them happen.
May 26, 2023
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Kyle Steadings
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Culture
Greenville businesses will come together for the inaugural APA fest
Third Culture GVL — a new nonprofit aimed at empowering Greenville’s minorities through collaboration and celebration — will host a festival for AAPI month in Downtown Greenville on Sunday, June 4.
May 26, 2023
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Danielle Johnson
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City
Greenville Rescue Mission breaks ground on its beautification project in downtown Greenville
Greenville Rescue Mission — the Upstate’s largest shelter and service provider to individuals experiencing homelessness — broke ground on a beautification project.
May 24, 2023
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Danielle Johnson
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Summer Moon Coffee opens its first Greenville location
The Texas-based coffee chain, which is locally owned and operated, features oak-roasted coffee and a unique sweet cream “Moon Milk” at its location on Mills Avenue.
May 22, 2023
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Danielle Johnson
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