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Greenville County's audit committee is demanding full transparency on vendor payments and compliance, pushing for a thorough review that could reshape financial accountability!

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Committee asks for vendor accounting, contract compliance and grant tracking in audit scope
Members requested a list of vendors and amounts paid, contract-monitoring checks, and checks on grant carryforwards; Gary said the county's financial system can pull the needed data if staff grant access.
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October 3, 2026 at 11:44 AM
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The Greenville finance committee has just greenlit three major economic projects following a secretive executive session, while a fully leased speculative building signals booming growth in the region.

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Committee approves three economic-development projects after closed-door review
After an executive session on prospective industry expansions, the finance committee approved three projects (Vertigo, Dogwood and Surface) on the public record; Greenville Development Corporation also reported a speculative building (Project CHQ) is fully leased at 85,000 square feet.
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October 3, 2026 at 11:43 AM
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Greenville County's Historic and Natural Resources Trust is on a mission to protect nearly 300 acres with three new conservation projects that could leverage over $48 million in real estate value!

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Greenville County trust seeks to protect nearly 300 acres in August grant cycle
The Greenville County Historic and Natural Resources Trust presented three conservation proposals totaling nearly 300 acres and said its five-year portfolio has funded 34 projects protecting just over 3,000 acres; the committee heard details about Mountain Bridge East, Tall Pines Cove and Hush Hole and the trust's strategy to leverage state and private funds.
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October 3, 2026 at 11:42 AM
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Greenville County's oversight committee is gearing up for a thorough budget compliance audit, aiming to uncover the mysteries behind millions in interfund transfers and appropriations.

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Oversight committee outlines scope for Greenville County budget compliance audit
Committee members agreed to sample the 2023–25 budgets, probe lump-sum appropriations and interfund transfers, and ask auditors to verify ledger-to-budget alignment; Regina will refine a top list for an RFP with a target before Thanksgiving.
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October 3, 2026 at 11:41 AM
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The National Democratic County Officials are proud to endorse Thomas Sanders for County Council in Greenville County, South Carolina. Sanders will work on roads and traffic and common sense solutions. #Greenvillecounty #SouthCarolina
September 25, 2026 at 9:05 PM
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The National Democratic County Officials are proud to endorse Cody Dean For County Council District 19 in Greenville County South Carolina. Dean is committed to building a people's movement to bring a stronger county government. #GreenvilleCounty #SouthCarolina
September 25, 2026 at 5:47 PM
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A former York County official reveals how a 1¢ capital project sales tax could transform road safety and infrastructure in Greenville with dedicated funding and state support.

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York County official urges Greenville to consider time‑limited sales tax for roads
Phil Leeser described York County's repeated capital project sales‑tax referendums as a dedicated, time‑limited funding tool that leveraged state and federal matches to deliver major road safety and capacity projects. He urged careful project lists and voter outreach.
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September 17, 2026 at 3:03 AM
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#BreakingNews out of #GreenvilleCountySC 🚨: A man is dead and another is being hospitalized after a shooting at 300 Furman Hall Road just before 10pm Tuesday night.

An autopsy is underway and at this time, there are no arrests in the case. #deadlyshooting #homicideinvestigation #GreenvilleCounty
September 9, 2026 at 2:54 PM
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Greenville Downtown Airport is not just busy; it generates nearly $70 million annually for the local economy and boasts over 76,000 takeoffs and landings each year!

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Director: Greenville Downtown Airport among busiest general‑aviation fields; economic impact cited
James Steven told the committee older estimates placed the airport's annual economic impact near $70 million (2016 data) and reported more than 76,000 annual operations and about 242 based aircraft, describing the airport as the state's busiest general‑aviation field.
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September 8, 2026 at 9:00 PM
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The Greenville County airport is set to soar with a $4 million state appropriation and a massive increase in its debt limit, paving the way for ambitious infrastructure projects!

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Airport director says state awarded $4 million; debt limit raised to $20 million
James Steven told the committee the legislature provided a $4,000,000 appropriation to help site work, and that a prior statutory debt limit for the airport was increased from $1,000,000 to $20,000,000 to enable larger self‑financed projects.
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September 8, 2026 at 5:32 PM
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Greenville Downtown Airport is set to take off with a major runway extension and cutting-edge safety upgrades to accommodate larger business jets!

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Greenville Downtown Airport proposes runway extension, EMAS safety upgrades
At the Sept. 1 committee meeting, Airport Director James Steven outlined plans to extend Greenville Downtown Airport's runway to about 6,000 feet, add engineered material arresting systems at runway ends and adjust taxiways to improve operations and safety.
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September 8, 2026 at 10:55 AM
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Greenville County Council is reshaping the future of open-space residential development, balancing community concerns with new regulations to preserve land and clarify density!

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Council advances open‑space residential rules after public debate over density and minimum lot sizes
After public testimony from neighbors and members of a stakeholder committee, Greenville County Council advanced zoning and land‑development amendments to increase required open space and clarify density calculations; the LDR amendment and related ordinance were moved with amendments and referred for final details.
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September 7, 2026 at 5:20 AM
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Greenville County Council has passed a new ordinance regulating cell towers, but will it stand up to potential legal challenges?

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Council adopts wireless‑facility ordinance with amendments to align with state law
Greenville County Council approved a wireless communication facilities ordinance at third reading after legal and procedural amendments intended to align the text with the South Carolina Communications Deployment Act and address administrative review requirements. The vote was reported 10–1 with one absence.
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September 7, 2026 at 5:17 AM
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Residents in Greenville County are rallying against a last-minute amendment that could weaken new regulations on wireless communication facilities, fearing negative impacts on their homes and schools.

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Residents press council to keep guardrails in wireless ordinance, oppose government‑property exemption
At a public hearing on a county wireless‑communication ordinance, residents urged mandatory notification, large separation distances from homes and schools, and opposed a late amendment that would exempt government property from the new rules.
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September 7, 2026 at 5:12 AM
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Greenville County Council has taken a decisive step to restore public trust by authorizing a budget compliance audit amid ongoing concerns about past financial practices.

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Council orders budget compliance audit of county finances after months of concern
Greenville County Council voted to authorize a budget compliance audit of the general fund following citizen calls and council debate about past budget practices; members amended the measure to avoid the public perception implied by the term "forensic."
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September 7, 2026 at 5:11 AM
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Confusion reigns as committee members grapple with whether the upcoming forensic audit aims to uncover fraud or simply validate performance standards.

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Committee wrestles with scope, cost and procurement approach for proposed forensic audit
Members debated whether the proposed forensic audit is a forensic fraud probe or a performance validation, questioned measurable materiality thresholds, and discussed procurement options (RFP vs. direct selection) and budget implications.
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August 28, 2026 at 11:04 PM
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In a decisive move, commissioners have denied a controversial rezoning application for a multifamily development at 18 Wilkin Drive, citing concerns over density and safety that have stirred up local sentiment.

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Commission denies request to rezone 18 Wilkin Drive for multifamily development
The planning commission voted to deny CZ2026-044, a request to rezone a 1.1-acre site at 18 Wilkin Drive to a multifamily district after commissioners and neighbors raised concerns about density, height (45 feet) and impacts on adjacent single-family properties.
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August 28, 2026 at 11:02 PM
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The Greenville County Planning Commission made pivotal decisions in August, approving several rezoning requests while denying controversial higher-density proposals that stirred community concern.

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Greenville County Planning Commission approves most staff recommendations, denies several higher-density proposals
At its August meeting the planning commission recommended approval for several rezoning requests and preliminary subdivisions, but voted to deny multiple higher-density proposals and sent two variance matters back for staff-applicant follow-up.
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August 28, 2026 at 11:01 PM
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Greenville County is taking a bold step toward sustainable development by approving new open-space residential rules that balance community needs and growth.

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Commission backs open‑space residential changes and asks to prioritize tree‑ordinance update
Commissioners approved text amendments to consolidate open‑space options, lower densities, add setbacks/buffers, and cap units in most areas; several commissioners urged staff to prioritize a separate tree‑ordinance update to align standards.
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August 28, 2026 at 11:00 PM
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Greenville County's Planning Commission has made a bold move by removing a sunset clause from the Mountain Creek Community District overlay, paving the way for stronger environmental protections!

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Planning commission votes to remove two‑year sunset from Mountain Creek overlay
Staff recommended creating a Mountain Creek Community District overlay with expanded riparian and stormwater protections; commissioners voted to strike a two‑year sunset clause and forward the amended text to Planning & Development and County Council.
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August 28, 2026 at 10:54 PM
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Greenville County is taking a bold step towards transparency with a six-year forensic audit of its financial operations—will this uncover hidden truths?

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Committee advances resolution for six‑year forensic audit of Greenville County finances
The Oversight Ad Hoc Committee voted to send a resolution to full council authorizing an independent forensic audit of Greenville County financial operations covering July 19, 2019–June 30, 2025; members debated scope, procurement and cost before advancing the measure.
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August 28, 2026 at 10:53 PM
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Greenville Water is investing $250 million over the next decade to replace nearly 200 miles of aging galvanized pipes, tackling leaks head-on and prioritizing community safety!

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Greenville Water commits $250 million over 10 years to replace galvanized lines
The utility told council it still has about 198 miles of galvanized pipe in service and plans to spend roughly $250 million over the next decade to remove and replace those lines, budgeting increasing annual outlays to complete the work.
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August 26, 2026 at 2:44 AM
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Greenville Water reports that despite the devastating impacts of the recent wildfire and hurricane, your drinking water remains safe, thanks to intensified monitoring and rapid emergency response.

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Officials: drinking water "still safe to drink" after Table Rock wildfire; monitoring stepped up
Greenville Water staff described extensive wildfire and hurricane-driven watershed damage, rapid emergency response and intensified water-quality sampling; early results presented to council show no detectable change in drinking-water metrics pre- and post-fire.
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August 26, 2026 at 2:43 AM
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Greenville Water is investing nearly $495 million over the next five years to enhance its infrastructure while ensuring low rates for its 750,000 customers.

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Greenville Water lays out $495 million five‑year capital plan, stresses affordability
Greenville Water CEO Jeff Boss told the County Committee of the Whole the utility serves roughly 750,000 customers, has about $4 billion in buried infrastructure and plans nearly $495 million in capital work over five years, while keeping rates among the lowest of large U.S. utilities.
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August 26, 2026 at 2:42 AM
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Greenville County Public Works has achieved a remarkable accreditation, becoming one of only 10 communities in South Carolina to earn this honor while boasting 100% compliance and four recognized model practices!

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Greenville County Public Works earns accreditation; evaluator cites 100% compliance and four model practices
An accreditation evaluator told a meeting that Greenville County Public Works has been accredited — one of 10 in South Carolina and one of 234 in North America — reporting 100% compliance and recognition of four model practices. County staff said the review helped integrate processes and training.
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August 20, 2026 at 1:55 PM