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Stephanie Freeman

City Editor

Stephanie Freeman, born in Greer SC, considers herself a Greenville native. She lives in the historic Overbrook area. As the former GM of Gather GVL, Stephanie is no stranger to this amazing city. In her spare time, Stephanie enjoys spending time with her husband, reading, and relaxing by the pool.

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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
GVLtoday Bowling
City
2028 will bring Greenville’s largest event to date
We’ve been on pins and needles waiting to announce this news, and we’re not gonna spare any details.
July 23, 2024
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Brianna Williams
GVLtoday Duck Ramp
Travel and Outdoors
Ducks at Legacy Park can now exit the pond in style
A Greenville Parks and Recreation employee built a “duck rescue bridge” at Legacy Park to help our feathered friends safely exit the pond.
July 22, 2024
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Stephanie Freeman
GVLtoday Iron Caterer Throwdown 2023
Food
Local chefs face-off at Iron Caterer Throwdown
The eighth-annual Iron Caterer Throwdown puts local chefs to the test as they create dishes with three secret ingredients.
July 18, 2024
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Stephanie Freeman
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Entertainment
Solve these Greenville spots written as emojis
Are you fluent in emojis? Test your local knowledge by deciphering these Greenville landmarks + businesses written in emoji form.
July 16, 2024
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Rilee Delgado
GVLtoday Southern Pressed Juicery Bowl
Live
Vegan and vegetarian eats in Greenville
Dig into delicious and nutritious vegan and vegetarian fare in every corner of Greenville.
July 15, 2024
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Stephanie Freeman
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Food
Raise a glass — Drink Up Week is coming
We’ve got details and a map full of drink deals: We’ll be highlighting the vibrant beverage scene across Greenville, SC from July 22 to July 26, 2024.
July 12, 2024
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Monica Garske
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Food
Tomato Sandwich Taste-off returns to Travelers Rest
Top chefs from some of our favorite local restaurants duke it out to see who can make the tastiest tomato sandwich.
July 12, 2024
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Stephanie Freeman
GVLtoday Scoundrel
Food
Where would chefs from “The Bear” work in Greenville?
We put our heads together and came up with where we think chefs from the popular tv show “The Bear” would work if they lived in Greenville.
July 8, 2024
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Stephanie Freeman
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Education
What do Greenville Water, an environmental DNA study, and “rare critters” have in common?
Greenville Water is conducting an environmental DNA study in the Table Rock and North Saluda watersheds, and we could find some new animals like frogs, mussels, and crayfish.
July 8, 2024
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Stephanie Freeman
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Wellness
BlocHaven Climbing gets new lanes
Don’t have a belay partner? BlocHaven has you covered with five new auto-belay lanes.
July 3, 2024
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Stephanie Freeman
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Games
Beat the boredom during the slower months in Greenville with this guide
Play a game, go for a hike, or hang out downtown and beat the boredom during the slower months in Greenville.
July 3, 2024
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Stephanie Freeman
GVLtoday Swamp Rabbit Trail
Travel and Outdoors
The Prisma Health Swamp Rabbit Trail is getting a two-mile extension
Thanks to $20 million in federal grant money, the Prisma Health Swamp Rabbit Trail’s new extension will cross near Union Bleachery.
July 2, 2024
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Stephanie Freeman
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Food
Cool off this summer with some local ice cream
We asked you what your favorite frozen sweet treats were in Greenville to beat the summer heat, and rounded up your favorite ice cream spots.
June 28, 2024
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Stephanie Freeman
A poster with the text "SC New Play Fest Aug. 8 - 11" set against drawings of Greenville landmarks.
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
GVLtoday
City
South Carolina residents could get a larger tax cut
Thanks to a $14.5 billion spending plan, South Carolina residents could get a larger tax cut than expected this year.
June 24, 2024
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Stephanie Freeman
Three young men standing in front of a movie poster for "How to Break a World Record"
Music
The local musicians behind “How to Break a World Record”
Stephen Oliver broke the Guinness World Record for longest mandolin playing session, and made a documentary called “How to Break a World Record” about the process. You can now stream it on Amazon Prime.
June 24, 2024
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Stephanie Freeman
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Development
BMW opens its first press shop in North America in Spartanburg
This $200 million press shop will create 200 jobs at BMW.
June 21, 2024
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Stephanie Freeman
A rendering depicting the new Safe Harbor Facility with lattice work and the signature green butterfly.
Nonprofits
Safe Harbor receives funds for a new shelter facility
The 45,000 sqft facility is “one-of-a-kind” in SC and will triple Safe Harbor’s capacity thanks to funds from TD Bank, The Innovate Fund, and the SC Community Loan Fund.
June 18, 2024
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Stephanie Freeman
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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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Volunteer
Retire in style with our guide to retirement in Greenville
If you’re recently retired and looking for things to do, here’s our guide to retirement in Greenville.
June 14, 2024
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Stephanie Freeman
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Culture
Honor Juneteenth in Portland at these events
From soul food to a painting class, check out these local Juneteenth events.
June 13, 2024
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Sarah Leonhardt
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Culture
Honor Juneteenth in Greenville at these events
From soul food to a painting class, check out these local Juneteenth events.
June 12, 2024
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Sarah Leonhardt
GVLtoday Starwars
Nonprofits
Channel your inner Jedi as “The Force Awakens” at the Upcountry History Museum
UHM’s newest exhibition “Finding the Force... Awakening an Empire” features costumes from the latest “Star Wars” movies on display for the first time.
June 12, 2024
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Stephanie Freeman
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City
Here’s what a penny sales tax could mean for Greenville County roads
This penny sales tax, which could appear on the ballot in November, would help repair and improve roads and bridges throughout the county.
June 10, 2024
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Stephanie Freeman
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Travel and Outdoors
Hunt for mushrooms around the Upstate during this worldwide art event
Several local artists are participating in the international Game of Shrooms on Saturday, June 8.
June 6, 2024
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Robin Schwartzkopf
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Food
Locals’ List: Guacamole edition
We asked our readers their favorite spots to grab guacamole, and their answers guac-ed.
June 6, 2024
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Stephanie Freeman
GVLtoday Prefidia
Entertainment
Horror film shot in the Upstate gets the red carpet treatment
“Perfidia,” a horror film shot in the Upstate, will premiere at Camelot Cinemas.
June 4, 2024
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Stephanie Freeman
GVLtoday Kathy Bates
Culture
Seven local actors shine bright next to celebs in “Summer Camp”
“Summer Camp” — a comedy starting Kathy Bates + Eugene Levy — features seven Upstate residents as extras.
May 29, 2024
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Stephanie Freeman
An orange and blue sunset over the bridge at Falls Park, with water rushing over the rocks.
Culture
Here’s our Greenville Mad Libs
You gave us your best adjectives, nouns, and verbs to complete this Greenville Mad Libs.
May 24, 2024
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Stephanie Freeman
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