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Starbucks Closes Greenville County Store Amid 250-Location National Cut

A Starbucks location in Greenville County, South Carolina, has closed as part of a broader national reduction of 250 underperforming stores. The closure, announced via a window sign at the 5008 Old Spartanburg Road location, is part of a $300 million restructuring plan. While local outlets report emotional community impacts, corporate officials cite financial performance and customer experience standards as the primary drivers for the cuts.

via FOX Carolina News|

#business #coffee-industry #corporate-restructuring

entertainment21 days ago•11 min saved

Coroner Confirms Hayden Panettiere Died of Accidental Fentanyl Overdose

The Greenville County Coroner’s Office has officially determined that actress Hayden Panettiere died from the toxic effects of fentanyl, Xanax, and other substances. The death has been ruled an accident, with no signs of trauma found during the investigation.

via Variety|

#drug-overdose #entertainment #fentanyl

local1 month ago•7 min saved

Greenville street takeover nets 80+ arrests under SC’s new Roadway Safety Act

More than 80 people, including multiple juveniles, were taken into custody after Greenville County deputies intervened in a street takeover at Locust Hill and Fairview roads Saturday night. Deputies report illegal activity such as burnouts and road closures; 38 vehicles were impounded and 10 firearms seized. All arrestees were charged under South Carolina's Roadway Safety and Protection Act, with the investigation ongoing and potential additional charges. The act defines street takeovers, participants, organizers, and aides, and outlines penalties and vehicle seizure.

via WYFF|

#arrests #greenville-county #local

crime2 years ago•4 min saved

Two Arrested After Body Found in Travelers Rest Home

Michael Clarkson and Cherith Crown were arrested in connection with the death of Colleen D’Ortona, whose body was found in a gated community in Travelers Rest, SC. Clarkson, who had a domestic relationship with D’Ortona, is charged with murder, while Crown is charged with accessory after the fact and obstruction of justice. Both are being held at the Greenville County Detention Center, and more charges are expected.

via WYFF4 Greenville|

#arrest #crime #greenville-county

local-news2 years ago•1 min saved

Major Crashes in Upstate SC: 1 Dead, 12 Injured, I-85 Reopens

A crash on I-85 at Pelham Road in Greenville County led to the closure of all southbound lanes. Emergency responders, including the South Carolina Highway Patrol and Boiling Springs Fire Department, were on the scene. The lanes have since reopened, and no further information has been released.

via WYFF4 Greenville|

#emergency-response #greenville-county #i-85

accidents2 years ago•1 min saved

Fatal Multi-Vehicle Crash Claims One Life in Upstate South Carolina

A multi-vehicle collision occurred on U.S. Highway 25 near Scott Lane in Greenville County, South Carolina, resulting in one fatality and one person being airlifted to the hospital. The collision involved a vehicle traveling south crossing into the opposite lane and colliding with a northbound vehicle. The driver of the southbound vehicle died at the scene, and the crash is currently under investigation by the South Carolina Highway Patrol and the Greenville County Coroner's Office.

via WYFF4 Greenville|

#accidents #coroner #greenville-county

health2 years ago•8 min saved

"Rabid Raccoon Found in Greenville County, South Carolina"

A raccoon found in Greenville County, South Carolina has tested positive for rabies, prompting the South Carolina Department of Health and Environmental Control (DHEC) to issue a warning. One dog was exposed and will be quarantined as required by the South Carolina Rabies Control Act. DHEC advises anyone who may have come in contact with the raccoon or any potentially rabid animal to seek medical attention. They also stress the importance of keeping pets up to date on their rabies vaccinations as a preventive measure.

via WYFF4 Greenville|

#animal-control #dhec #greenville-county

law-enforcement2 years ago•2 min saved

"Greenville County Standoff: Deputies and SWAT Respond to Animal Control Altercation"

A three-hour standoff near Travelers Rest, South Carolina, ended peacefully after a man barricaded himself in a home following a call to assist animal control officers. About 20 law enforcement units responded to the scene, with roads in the area blocked off. The man surrendered peacefully, and no further information was immediately released.

via WYFF4 Greenville|

#animal-control #greenville-county #law-enforcement

accidents2 years ago•2 min saved

Fatal Crash on Wade Hampton Boulevard Claims 2 Lives, According to Troopers

Two people were killed in a car crash on Wade Hampton Boulevard in Greenville County, South Carolina. The crash involved a 2019 Kia Stinger traveling north colliding with a 2012 Ford Escape traveling south near the intersection of Shady Lane in Taylors. The driver and passenger of the Ford Escape died at the scene, while the driver of the Kia was taken to the hospital with injuries. The South Carolina Highway Patrol is investigating the incident, and the names of the deceased have not been released.

via WYFF4 Greenville|

#accidents #car-crash #fatalities

accidents2 years ago•1 min saved

Fatal Multi-Vehicle Crash Claims Two Lives in Greenville County

Two people are dead and one is injured following a crash involving a 2012 Ford Escape and a 2019 Kia Stinger on Wade Hampton Boulevard in Greenville County. The two victims were in the Ford Escape, while the driver of the Kia Stinger was transported to the hospital. The accident is currently under investigation by the South Carolina Highway Patrol.

via Fox Carolina|

#accidents #car-crash #fatalities

crime2 years ago•1 min saved

Fatal Deputy-Involved Shooting in Greenville Co.

One person is dead and another is in custody following a deputy-involved shooting in Greenville County, South Carolina. Deputies responded to a disturbance and encountered two individuals, one of whom was armed. A deputy fired, resulting in the death of one person. The incident is under investigation by SLED.

via WYFF4 Greenville|

#crime #deputy-involved-shooting #disturbance

business2 years ago•6 min saved

"Greenville County Welcomes New Tesla Distribution Center"

Tesla is set to open a regional distribution center in Greenville County, South Carolina, in early 2024, focusing on the distribution of vehicle parts regionally and not including manufacturing. The facility will be located in Fox Hill Business Park in Fountain Inn and is expected to support the company’s logistics operations in the Southeast. The announcement marks Tesla's first facility in South Carolina and is part of the company's continued expansion efforts.

via WYFF4 Greenville|

#business #distribution-center #fox-hill-business-park

business2 years ago•2 min saved

Tesla to Establish Distribution Center in Greenville County, South Carolina

Tesla plans to open its first distribution center in South Carolina in early 2024, located in Fountain Inn, Greenville County. The center will be part of the Fox Hill Business Park and focus on distributing vehicle parts around the region. This move is expected to create local jobs and support the automotive industry in the area, with Tesla absorbing a 251,100 square-foot building. The total investment and job additions by Tesla have not been disclosed, but the company has posted a hiring notice for a training leader for the new facility. This announcement adds to the growing presence of major companies at Fox Hill Business Park, highlighting the area's strength in the logistics world.

via WSPA 7News|

#business #business-park #distribution-center

crime2 years ago•2 min saved

Road Rage Incidents Lead to Deadly Shootings in Greenville County

Deputies in Greenville County, South Carolina, are investigating a road rage incident that escalated into shots being fired at a Dollar Tree store. No injuries were reported, but a truck in the parking lot was damaged. Witnesses described hearing multiple gunshots and expressed concern about the safety of driving in the area. The suspect, described as a Black male with dreads, is still at large, and authorities are urging anyone with information to come forward.

via WSPA 7News|

#crime #greenville-county #public-safety

accidents2 years ago•1 min saved

Fatal Single-Vehicle Crash Claims Driver's Life on I-85 in Greenville County

A driver was killed in a fatal crash on Interstate 85 in Greenville County, South Carolina. The sedan went off the right side of the road and collided with a tree. The victim's identity has not been released, and the South Carolina Highway Patrol is conducting an investigation.

via WYFF4 Greenville|

#accidents #fatal-crash #greenville-county