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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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Live
Places to get your pizza fix
Dig into Greenville’s must-try pizza shops.
December 7, 2023
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Michael Beausoleil
GVLtoday Lovely Adventures of Lulu
Nonprofits
Author Holly Nunn is giving back to the Greenville community with her book, “The Lovely Adventures of Lulu”
“The Lovely Adventures of Lulu” chronicles the traveling adventures of Lulu, a 9-year-old pup. A portion of the proceeds from the book will go to the Greenville Humane Society.
December 7, 2023
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Stephanie Freeman
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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
GVLtoday Greenville Tech Floral Design Class
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Try This: A floral design class at Greenville Technical College
Create a “perfectly you” floral arrangement with the help of professional florists and Greenville Technical College.
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GVLtoday Jasmine Kitchen
Nonprofits
These local businesses give back to the Upstate community
From restaurants and retail to venues and vehicle washing, our friends at Upstate Business Journal put together a list of local businesses that give back to the Upstate community.
December 1, 2023
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Stephanie Freeman
GVLtoday Grey Bats
Education
A federally-endangered bat species was just discovered in Greenville County
The gray bat is the first of its kind in SC. With this discovery, it could be one step closer to removal from the at-risk list.
November 17, 2023
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Stephanie Freeman
GVLtoday Moo Cow Farms
Entertainment
Try This: Pet cows at Moo Cow Farms
At Moo Cow Farms, you can live your petting zoo dreams to the extreme and pet cows in their own home. As you pet these furry friends, you learn all about cows and their habits.
November 13, 2023
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Stephanie Freeman
GVLToday Sprouts
Retail
Where to do your last minute Thanksgiving grocery shopping
If you’re in need of a last minute holiday grocery run, you’ve come to the right place.
November 9, 2023
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Stephanie Freeman
GVLtoday Greenville Tech Christmas Carol
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Try This: See the behind-the-scenes of theatre production at Greenville Technical College
We got a sneak peek of the upcoming production “A Christmas Carol” at Greenville Tech.
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GVLtoday Centre Stage
Theater
How to audition for a play in Greenville
We put together some tips and tricks to help you shine on stage. From what monologue to choose, to what outfit to wear, you’ll be a pro in no time.
November 3, 2023
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Stephanie Freeman
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Education
What to do with fall waste in Greenville, SC
We put together a list of where and how to dispose of fall waste so you don’t have to.
November 1, 2023
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Staff
An orange and blue sunset over the bridge at Falls Park, with water rushing over the rocks.
Culture
Unwritten rules of Greenville
Tell us you’re from Greenville without telling us you’re from Greenville.
November 1, 2023
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Dylan Aycock
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History
The haunted history of the Greenville Tuberculosis Hospital
From strange sounds to seeing shadows, let’s take a look at some of the reports of supernatural occurrences at the Greenville Tuberculosis Hospital.
October 27, 2023
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Jordan
GVLtoday GVL Starts
Culture
Greenville Entrepreneurs pitch in GVL Starts Demo Day
This eight-week program helps budding entrepreneurs learn the skills needed to pitch their product.
October 26, 2023
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Kyle Steadings
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Development
The Caine Halter Family YMCA is expanding with the help of a $6 million capital campaign
With the help of this campaign, the 63-year-old Caine Halter Family YMCA plans to update the tennis courts, enhance an outdoor sports field, and create an outdoor pavilion.
October 18, 2023
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Stephanie Freeman
GVLtoday Pumpkin Carving
Culture
See the winning pumpkin from our 2023 jack-o-lantern contest
Winner: “Lady Liberty” by Phil S.
October 18, 2023
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Emily Shea-Owen
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Travel and Outdoors
Get lost in aMAIZEment with these Reba-themed corn mazes in SC
To celebrate her upcoming lifestyle book “Not That Fancy: Simple Lessons on Living, Loving, Eating, and Dusting Off Your Boots,” Reba McEntire is partnering with 40 farms across the country as they host Reba-themed corn mazes.
October 16, 2023
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Stephanie Freeman
GVLtoday Ghost Tour
City
Try This: Take Greenville’s Paranormal Tour with me
City Editor Stephanie went on Greenville’s Paranormal Tour and learned about all things ghastly in Greenville. This story may cause extreme terror.
October 16, 2023
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Stephanie Freeman
GVLtoday Birds Fly South
Development
Be the broker: What should go in the former Birds Fly South Space?
We asked our readers what they’d like to see in the former Birds Fly South Ale Project in Hampton Station at 1320 Hampton Ave.
October 13, 2023
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Stephanie Freeman
GVLtoday Flamingos
Nonprofits
Greenville Zoo receives a shipment of flamingos
Cardboard, as opposed to plastic or metal, is the best way to transport flamingos, and Greenville Zoo received 15 boxes of these pink feathered cuties.
October 12, 2023
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Stephanie Freeman
GVLtoday Sprouts Ribbon Cutting
Development
Sprouts Farmers Market in Greenville celebrates groundbreaking
The natural + organic grocery store Sprouts Farmers Market breaks ground on its North Hills Shopping Center location in Greenville and is set to open in 2024.
October 10, 2023
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Stephanie Freeman
GVLtoday Pawchitecture
Nonprofits
PAWchitecture: a one-of-a-kind pet furniture building contest
Presented by the American Institute of Architects, the PAWchitecture pet furniture competition will raise money for Greenville County Animal Care.
October 10, 2023
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Stephanie Freeman
GVLToday Greenville State Farmers Market
Culture
Where to find perfect pumpkins in the upstate
We’re all trying to find the perfect pumpkin for Halloween, so we put together a list of pumpkins in the upstate.
October 6, 2023
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Heather
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City
Who would be on Greenville’s Mount Rushmore?
We asked you who would be on Greenville’s Mount Rushmore if we had one. Here’s what you said.
October 6, 2023
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Stephanie Freeman
GVLtoday Greenville Tech
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Try This: Culinary class at Greenville Technical College
From cooking to plating to serving, Greenville Tech’s Culinary Institute of the Carolinas is a great place to start — or heat up — your culinary career.
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GVLtoday NOMA Square Oktoberfest
Festivals
NOMA Square Oktoberfest celebration
Celebrations are almost over, but NOMA Square Oktoberfest keeps the party going. With live music, contests, and snacks, you can end the season with a bang.
October 4, 2023
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Stephanie Freeman
GVLtoday Longview Carolina
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Try This: Explore Longview Carolina
Longview Carolina, an up-and-coming gated agrihood community, embodies why the Carolinas are ranked in the top five for inward migration.
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GVLtoday Longview Carolina
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Try This: Explore Longview Carolina
Longview Carolina, an up-and-coming gated agrihood community, embodies why the Carolinas are ranked in the top five for inward migration.
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GVLtoday Longview Carolina
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Try This: Explore Longview Carolina
The 360-degree views from this newly-launched gated community + numerous amenities make it the perfect place to call home.
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GVLtoday Shine Om
Culture
Find your flow at these Greenville yoga studios
Check out these 10+ Greenville yoga studios offering classes for all body types and skill levels.
October 2, 2023
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Stephanie Freeman
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