Stephanie Freeman.jpg

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.

A building with the word Imagine on it being blown up with streamers.
Development
Greenville’s newest music venue just broke ground
From interviewing celebrities to listening to live music, here’s what happened at the Trueline music venue groundbreaking.
April 25, 2024
 · 
Stephanie Freeman
woodruff-traffic
Development
Let’s take a look at SCDOT’s proposed safety updates to Poinsett Highway + River and Richardson Streets
Here are SCDOT’s proposed safety updates to some traffic and pedestrian-heavy streets.
April 23, 2024
 · 
Stephanie Freeman
GVLtoday United Community Bank
Development
Take a look at the new United Community Headquarters by numbers
The new United Community Headquarters is now open and we’re taking a look at the stats.
April 19, 2024
 · 
Stephanie Freeman
A home with a long deck and big windows made out of a shipping container.
Live
Amazing Airbnb and Vrbo rentals around Greenville
Check out some of the coolest, most unique Airbnb and Vrbo rentals around Greenville, South Carolina and plan for your next adventure or staycation.
April 18, 2024
 · 
Sarah Leonhardt
PHOTO RESIZE WP (27)
Food
Carb up with these Greenville bread options
Bread is the ultimate comfort food. Luckily the Greenville bread scene is here for your baked pleasure.
April 17, 2024
 · 
Stephanie Freeman
Four golden retrievers in various shades of gold wearing matching green and pink bows.
Culture
What dog breed would Greenville be?
With the Papa Johns Mutt Strut coming up, we asked you what dog breed Greenville would be.
April 15, 2024
 · 
Stephanie Freeman
Two cocker spaniels wearing Mutt Strut bandanas.
Nonprofits
Here’s what you need to know about the Papa Johns Mutt Strut
Benefiting the Greenville Humane Society, the Papa Johns Mutt Strut is fun for adults, kids, and four-legged friends alike.
April 11, 2024
 · 
Stephanie Freeman
gvl_falls park_mar 23
Play
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
 · 
Victoria Bardega
GVLtoday Wyche Pavilion
Development
Here are the updated plans for the Wyche Pavilion
The City of Greenville has unveiled updated plans for the Wyche Pavilion.
April 9, 2024
 · 
Stephanie Freeman
A poster with the text "SC New Play Fest Aug. 8 - 11" set against drawings of Greenville landmarks.
Culture
Here’s the lineup for 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.
April 5, 2024
 · 
Danielle Johnson
GVL_Comal_864_James_Beard_JAN2023
Live
Coming soon: What not to miss in 2024
As Greenville continues to grow, we’re keeping an eye on upcoming developments and recently opened businesses.
April 3, 2024
 · 
Stephanie Freeman
Screen Shot 2019-03-07 at 10.15.27 AM
Culture
What you need to know about SC Comicon
From cosplaying to collectibles, here’s what you need to know about SC Comicon.
April 3, 2024
 · 
Kendall
Liberty-bridge-downtown-greenville-sc
Live
Greenville’s most iconic landmarks
Consider these our Hollywood signs.
April 1, 2024
 · 
Travis Meier
An aerial view of a matcha tea with a leaf made in the foam.
Food
Kick the caffeine craving with these matcha teas around Greenville
If you’re not feeling coffee, matcha teas are a great alternative. Luckily Greenville has plenty of places to get your green on.
March 28, 2024
 · 
Stephanie Freeman
A woman with very colorful makeup wearing a shawl made with different patterned material walking a runway.
Events
Channel your inner fashionista with Greenville Fashion Week
Check out the latest fashions of the season with these Greenville Fashion Week events.
March 26, 2024
 · 
Stephanie Freeman
A Rhea Bird in the foreground missing part of its beak and another Rhea Bird in the background at the Greenville Zoo.
Travel and Outdoors
Meet Scoops at the Greenville Zoo
Scoops, a Rhea at the Greenville Zoo, lost part of his beak saving his sister.
March 20, 2024
 · 
Stephanie Freeman
Two men with their backs to the camera. One is swinging a golf club and one is near a golf club bag.
Play
Tee it up at these Greenville golf courses
Whether you’re a weekend warrior or the next Tiger Woods, these 20 golf courses in Greenville are sure to make for a good round.
March 18, 2024
 · 
Cat George
GVLtoday Pizza Winner
Food
Winner of GVLtoday’s pizza bracket
The results are in. The winner of GVLtoday’s pizza bracket is...
March 15, 2024
 · 
Brianna Williams
PHOTO RESIZE WP (2)
City
A look at the past and future of Union Bleachery in Greenville, SC
Redevelopment and cleanup efforts are progressing for the Union Bleachery.
March 14, 2024
 · 
Kyle Steadings
GVLtoday Birds Fly South
Culture
Answered: Reminisce on closed Greenville businesses
These local hangouts might be gone, but they are far from forgotten. We asked you which closed Greenville businesses you miss most, and here’s what you had to say.
March 14, 2024
 · 
Skylar Webb
ReedyRiver-1
Culture
ABC’s of Greenville
Let’s break down some of favorite spots, restaurants, and stores with our list of the ABC’s of Greenville
March 12, 2024
 · 
Stephanie Freeman
GVLtoday Fifth Third Park
Spartanburg’s Design Review Board approves plans for Fifth Third Park
The largest investment in Spartanburg’s history, Fifth Third Park will bring minor league baseball to Sparkle City.
March 11, 2024
 · 
Stephanie Freeman
A white house with a red door and black roof behind three parking spaces.
Food
Anchor tenants of Gather GVL will take over the former Oak Hill Cafe & Farm location with HeyDay
KO Group will open a new food and cocktail concept in the former Oak Hill Cafe & Farm location called HeyDay
March 6, 2024
 · 
Stephanie Freeman
Mannequin on blue couch in antique shop.
Shop, swap, sell, and save in Greenville
Here’s the deal — the vintage shopping scene is stellar in Greenville.
March 6, 2024
 · 
Kyle Steadings
falls park
Culture
Your favorite Falls Park memories
We asked our readers for their favorite Falls Park memories to celebrate its 20th birthday
March 4, 2024
 · 
Stephanie Freeman
Two men wearing green beads and large green hats holding drinks.
Culture
Where to celebrate St. Patrick’s Day 2024
From bar crawls to parades, we’ve rounded up where and how to celebrate St. Patrick’s Day in Greenville.
March 4, 2024
 · 
Danielle Johnson
GVL_Augusta_Road_Street_FEB2024
City
Updates on the Augusta Street Safety Improvement Plan
Revisions have been made to the ongoing Augusta Street Safety Improvement Plan after the public meeting in February.
February 29, 2024
 · 
Danielle Johnson
A white water truck followed by a paving truck.
Government
Greenville County paving crews start the 2024 season
The Greenville County paving crews are hitting the streets to give Greenvillians a smoother ride.
February 27, 2024
 · 
Stephanie Freeman
Trapeze artists doing tricks on bars.
Events
Cirque du Soleil Corteo is coming to Greenville
For the first time, Cirque du Soleil Corteo is coming to Greenville and will be performing at the Bon Secours Wellness Arena.
February 23, 2024
 · 
Stephanie Freeman
26 women dressed in various Halloween costumes posting in front of a neon sign that says "The Booty Shop."
Wellness
Where to take a dance class in Greenville
From ballet to hip hop, Greenville has plenty of dance classes + dance studios where you can get a move on.
February 21, 2024
 · 
Stephanie Freeman
Load More