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HealthConnor Shaw's nonprofit teams up with Prisma Health to put more AEDs in public placesIf you've followed Connor Shaw's story, here's the update. The former South Carolina quarterback collapsed in September 2025 while coaching his son's flag football game in Simpsonville. He's now fully recovered and focused on heart health.Friday’s editionRead EducationLegacy Early College breaks ground on a $60 million campus in BereaLegacy Early College broke ground Thursday on a $60 million campus at 504 West Marion Road in Berea. The ceremony was scheduled for 11 a.m. The 55-acre campus will serve about 1,300 students in K4 through eighth grade when it opens in fall 2028.Friday’s editionRead High School SportsMauldin girls tennis plays Gray Collegiate for the Class 5A state title SaturdayIf you bleed Mauldin blue, circle Saturday. The girls tennis team beat Chapin, 4-3, in a match decided at No. 2 doubles to reach the Class 5A final.Thursday’s editionRead ElectionMauldin voters approve a penny sales tax while Greenville County's fails againIf you voted in Mauldin on Tuesday, your city's penny sales tax passed with just over 54 percent, according to unofficial results. It's estimated to generate $24.5 million, much of it for street projects and a new fire station.Wednesday’s editionRead GreenvilleRadar survey finds 572 unmarked graves at Greenville's Springwood CemeteryA ground-penetrating radar survey of Section V at Springwood Cemetery found 572 unmarked graves in the northeastern corner overlooking Academy and Church streets. The section was a former potter's field for African Americans and impoverished people.Wednesday’s editionRead Election DayPolls are open 7 a.m. to 7 p.m. today, and you vote at your assigned precinctIf you're voting today, polls are open statewide from 7 a.m. to 7 p.m. Anyone in line by 7 p.m. can still vote, so don't leave the line. We suggest going early. Election director Conway Belangia expects lines in the morning and again in the evening.Tuesday’s editionRead Election DayMore than 1 million South Carolinians voted early, and Greenville County led the stateSouth Carolina's early voting period drew 1,043,810 ballots, the State Election Commission reported. It ran from Mon., Oct. 19, through Sat., Oct. 31. Greenville County led with 104,608, ahead of Charleston County at 99,275 and Richland County at 92,575.Tuesday’s editionRead

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From Post and Courier, WYFF and 17 more newsrooms, gathered by 6AM News, 6AM City’s local news service, in the last two days.

  1. Post and Courier4 hours ago

    The week ahead in business

    MONDAY

  2. WYFF4 hours ago

    House, Franklin drive Furman past Northern Iowa, 98-83

    Franklin, a sophomore and Wren High School product, added career-highs in points with 21 and rebounds with seven.

  3. FOX Carolina News6 hours ago

    Duncan Family Restaurant announces closure date

    "This decision has not come easily."

  4. GoLaurens.Com7 hours ago

    Prisma Health and HRTHUDL partner to expand CPR education and AED access

    GREENVILLE, S.C. – Prisma Health today announced a partnership with HRTHUDL (pronounced Heart Huddle), the nonprofit founded by former University of South Carolina quarterback Connor Shaw, to expand CPR education,

    Also reported byFOX Carolina NewsWIS News 10

  5. The State7 hours ago

    Two-time champs! North Central volleyball wins second state title

    A look at how North Central Knights volleyball and Gray Collegiate War Eagles tennis fared in the 2026 SC High School League championships.

  6. The Clemson Insider7 hours ago

    Swinney Gives Injury Update on Starting WR

    Clemson was without a starting wide receiver on Saturday, when the Tigers defeated Syracuse 18-13 at the JMA Wireless Dome. Starting slot wideout Tyler Brown was ruled out Friday on the injury report ahead of Saturday’s game. During his postgame press conference Saturday, Clemson head coach Dabo Swinney gave an update on Brown’s injury status.

  7. FOX Carolina News14 hours ago

    Duke Energy: Power restored to more than 1,100 customers after outage

    The outage is impacting customers along Cherokee Foothills Scenic Highway in the Fingerville area.

  8. WYFF20 hours ago

    Staying cool this weekend in South Carolina: November 7 forecast

    Seasonable temperatures this weekend and staying dry, warming up midweek.

  9. Here Greer22 hours ago

    Greer Soup Kitchen Seeks Donations Ahead of Thanksgiving Meal

    GREER, S.C. — The Greer Soup Kitchen is asking the community for help after a drop in donations, just weeks before it plans to serve a Thanksgiving meal to more than 100 low-income and homeless neighbors in Greer. The kitchen, run by Daily Bread Ministries, keeps its doors open every day of the year. It

    Also reported byWSPA 7News

  10. Here Greer22 hours ago

    Greer Season Ends With 38-28 Playoff Loss to Greenville

    GREER, S.C. — Greer hosted rival Greenville to open the state playoffs Friday night and saw its season end at Dooley Field, where the visitors won 38-28 in a Class 4A opening-round game. Greenville built a 28-7 cushion before halftime, with its junior quarterback throwing three touchdown passes and running for another. Greer chipped away

  11. Post and Courier23 hours ago

    What midterm election results do — and don’t — tell us about public education politics in SC

    It was a closer than usual race for state superintendent in South Carolina. What happened in the midterm elections?

  12. Independent MailYesterday

    SCHSL football playoff brackets for 2026. See the second-round pairings

    See the South Carolina high school football playoff brackets for the second-round games.

  13. Greenville OnlineNov. 6

    How Kiishawn Farrow was able to 'take back' Greenville football win against Greer

    Kiishawn Farrow passed for three touchdowns and ran for one as Greenville beat Greer in the 4A football playoffs.

  14. WSPA 7NewsNov. 6

    Greenville County Sheriff's Office offers autism alert stickers

    A new program in Greenville County aims to help first responders better interact with people living with autism.

  15. Greenville OnlineNov. 6

    Greenville Red Raiders at Greer Yellow Jackets football first round playoff

    First round of football playoffs with Greenville at Greer High November 6, 2026

  16. WYFFNov. 6

    Greenville County officials holds hearing on provisional ballots

    Greenville County election officials held a hearing to address provisional ballots and voter eligibility, with discussions on various ballot issues.

  17. WSPA 7NewsNov. 6

    "Autism Occupant" sticker program launched by Greenville Co. Sheriff's Office

  18. FOX Carolina NewsNov. 6

    Game of the Week: Greenville at Greer

    The first round of the South Carolina high school football playoffs takes the Palmetto Sports team to Greer, hosting rival Greenville in the “Battle of the G’s”.

  19. FOX Carolina NewsNov. 6

    Ella Grogan talks with Greer cheerleaders and coaches ahead of the playoff matchup.

    Palmetto Sports reporter Ella Grogan talks with Greer High School's cheer squad, head coach and assistant coaches ahead of the Round 1 playoff matchup.

  20. FOX Carolina NewsNov. 6

    Ella Grogan talks with Greenville head coach Steve "Scoot" Watson ahead of the playoff rematch.

    Palmetto Sports reporter Ella Grogan talks with Greenville head coach Steve "Scoot" Watson about the Red Raiders' Round 1 playoff matchup against Greer.

  21. FOX Carolina NewsNov. 6

    Ella Grogan LIVE from Greer as the Yellow Jackets host Greenville in a playoff rematch

    Palmetto Sports reporter Ella Grogan is LIVE in Greer as Greer takes on Greenville in a Round 1 playoff rematch in the FOX Carolina Game of the Week!

  22. FOX Carolina NewsNov. 6

    1 stabbed on Greenlink bus in Greenville County, deputies say

    The Greenville County Sheriff’s Office reports one person was stabbed on a Greenlink public transportation bus on Friday.

  23. Greenville OnlineNov. 6

    SC high school football playoffs scores from first round of SCHSL postseason

    It's the first round of the SC high school football playoffs. Follow live updates and SCHSL scores throughout the night.

  24. FOX Carolina NewsNov. 6

    1 stabbed on Greenlink bus in Greenville County, deputies say

    The Greenville County Sheriff’s Office reports one person was stabbed on a Greenlink public transportation bus on Friday.

  25. The StateNov. 6

    High school football final scores, updated schedule from SC playoff games

    South Carolina HS football schedule and scores from Nov. 5-6 from Columbia, Spartanburg, Rock Hill, Charleston, Myrtle Beach, Hilton Head and Greenville.

  26. WRHINov. 6

    2026 High School Football: Round 1 Playoffs Scoreboard, Live Streams

    Boiling Springs Rock Hill 7:25 PM on 100.1 FM, 1340 AM and streaming live Lancaster Clover 7:25 PM on 107.1 FM and streaming live Fountain Inn Catawba Ridge 7:25 PM on 94.3 FM and streaming live Lexington Fort Mill 7:25 PM on 104.1 FM and streaming live Greenwood Indian Land 7:25 PM on CN2 and

  27. FOX Carolina NewsNov. 6

    Four Legged Friends: Piper

    Contact Greenville County Animal Care for more information about Piper.

  28. The StateNov. 6

    Dawn Staley reacts to USC Hall of Fame induction for former WBB star Tyasha Harris

    Head women’s basketball coach Dawn Staley reacts to one of her former star players, Tyasha Harris, being inducted into the USC athletics hall of fame in 2026.

  29. FOX Carolina NewsNov. 6

    FIRST ALERT: Dry, Cooler Weekend Ahead

    The busy weather pattern wraps up Friday leaves us with a solid stretch of dry conditions and seasonable temperatures through much of next week.

  30. Index-JournalNov. 6

    Powdersville pulls away from Emerald in Class 3A playoff opener

    GREENVILLE — Emerald’s season came to an end Friday night as the Vikings fell to Powdersville 56-21 in the first round of the South Carolina High School League (SCHSL) Class

  31. Kidding Around GreenvilleNov. 6

    Black Market Vintage

    Learn all about Black Market Vintage and great events.

  32. Greenville JournalNov. 6

    Groundbreaking held for the affordable duplexes in Greenville’s Sterling community

    The project is expected to take 16 months or less to complete.

    Also reported byFOX Carolina News

  33. upstate business journalNov. 6

    PNC Bank to open 16 new Upstate SC branches

    Twelve of the new branches will be in Greenville and four will be in Spartanburg.

  34. FOX Carolina NewsNov. 6

    Governor-elect Alan Wilson announces transition team ahead of taking office

    Governor-elect Alan Wilson announced his transition team as he prepares to become South Carolina’s 118th governor.

  35. FITSNewsNov. 6

    Charleston County Woman Charged In Child Starvation Death

    Investigators say a medically vulnerable child died from starvation and neglect after missing necessary medical appointments...

  36. FOX Carolina NewsNov. 6

    Photos: Greenville County K-9s suit up for their own employee portraits

    The Greenville County Sheriff’s Office is showing off its K-9s with a set of employee headshots.

  37. WSPA 7NewsNov. 6

    Artist Edit Mcbee Hardaway: “Unseen Places”

    Edith Hardaway has deep ties and roots to Greenville. She is also a fabulous artist. She has new work she’s calling “Unseen Places,” which focuses on the overlooked and disappearing places of Greenville—the old buildings, mill villages, side streets, and familiar places we often pass without really seeing. You can see Edith’s work and other

  38. Charleston Business MagazineNov. 6

    Old Colony Furniture hosting Mahjong Party to benefit Fostering Great Ideas on Dec. 9

    RSVP by Dec. 3 to join Fostering Great Ideas for an evening of clacking tiles, good eats, and community giving this December 9.

  39. WSPA 7NewsNov. 6

    LEGO Masters Contestant and the Brick Fan Event

    LEGO® MASTERS CONTESTANT Patrick Durham along with incredible larger-than-life LEGO® creations are coming to Greenville this weekend!Brick Fan Event Greenville returns to the Greenville Convention Center November 7–8, bringing talented builders, massive custom displays, and interactive activities for families.

    Also reported byFOX Carolina News

  40. Greenville Business MagazineNov. 6

    Groundbreaking Held for 10 Affordable Housing Units in Sterling

    On Thursday morning, some 200 people (the majority wearing Sterling High’s blue and white) took part in a groundbreaking that was really a glorious celebration for 10 long-term rental homes.

In brief

The short notes of 5AM Mauldin’s last two editions. Open one to read it, with its sources.

  • MauldinConstruction is officially underway at Ashmore Bridge and Standing Springs roads, where crews will install traffic signals and other safety improvements.

    Construction is officially underway at Ashmore Bridge and Standing Springs roads, where crews will install traffic signals and other safety improvements. Work is expected to wrap up in June 2027, so we suggest planning for delays.

    News Notes · Saturday’s editionSource: FOX Carolina News

  • SheriffThe Greenville County Sheriff's Office launched a program this week with "Please Be Patient Autism Occupant" stickers.

    The Greenville County Sheriff's Office launched a program this week with "Please Be Patient Autism Occupant" stickers. They go on a vehicle's rear windshield or a home's front door to alert first responders.

    News Notes · Saturday’s editionSource: WSPA 7News

  • Angel TreeFOX Carolina's Angel Tree returns Nov. 9 with more than 40 toy drop-off sites across the Upstate.

    FOX Carolina's Angel Tree returns Nov. 9 with more than 40 toy drop-off sites across the Upstate. The campaign accepts new, unwrapped toys and new clothes and shoes with tags attached.

    News Notes · Saturday’s editionSource: FOX Carolina News

  • ElectionsGreenville County election officials held a provisional ballot hearing Friday to address voter eligibility and administrative errors.

    Greenville County election officials held a provisional ballot hearing Friday to address voter eligibility and administrative errors. Topics included fail-safe ballots and curbside ballots.

    News Notes · Saturday’s editionSource: WYFF

  • GSPGreenville-Spartanburg International Airport served 6,732 passengers on Oct.

    Greenville-Spartanburg International Airport served 6,732 passengers on Oct. 25, the highest number it has ever served and screened in a single day. The airport thanked flyers and airline partners in a social media note.

    Around South Carolina · Saturday’s editionSources: WYFF, Here Greer

  • PNCPNC Bank plans to add 42 new branches in high-growth South Carolina markets by 2031, and 16 of them are headed to the Upstate.

    PNC Bank plans to add 42 new branches in high-growth South Carolina markets by 2031, and 16 of them are headed to the Upstate. The bank announced the plans Nov. 6.

    Around South Carolina · Saturday’s editionSource: upstate business journal

  • SpinxThe Spinks Family Foundation awarded more than $2 million to local organizations in 2026, The Spinx Company's charitable arm announced Nov.

    The Spinks Family Foundation awarded more than $2 million to local organizations in 2026, The Spinx Company's charitable arm announced Nov. 5. It also named Dane Boudreau its new executive director.

    Around South Carolina · Saturday’s editionSources: Greenville Journal, Greenville Business Magazine

  • DiningSmoke on the Water reopened Friday at 64 E.

    Smoke on the Water reopened Friday at 64 E. Beacon Drive, near Pelham Road and Interstate 85, after 957 days. The tavern stood in the West End for 20 years before closing in March 2024.

    Around South Carolina · Saturday’s editionSources: Greenville Online, upstate business journal

  • Penny taxMauldin is one of four Greenville County cities that passed a 1% sales tax referendum.

    Mauldin is one of four Greenville County cities that passed a 1% sales tax referendum. The city estimates it will make $24.5 million over the eight-year term, and $19.6 million of that will go to infrastructure projects.

    News Notes · Friday’s editionSource: WYFF

  • Safe OutcomesThe Greenville County Sheriff's Office announced its Safe Outcomes program to help first responders spot a vehicle or home with an occupant living with autism.

    The Greenville County Sheriff's Office announced its Safe Outcomes program to help first responders spot a vehicle or home with an occupant living with autism. Stickers go on a back windshield or front door and are available at the Central Annex, 1200 Pendleton Street.

    News Notes · Friday’s editionSource: FOX Carolina News

  • BloodhoundThe Blood Connection unveiled a new bloodmobile named Bloodhound Wednesday in downtown Greenville.

    The Blood Connection unveiled a new bloodmobile named Bloodhound Wednesday in downtown Greenville. It was paid for with a Greenville Health Authority grant, and the community picked the name in a vote through 6AM City.

    News Notes · Friday’s editionSource: WYFF

  • Furman hoopsFurman beat Bob Jones 121-52 Wednesday at Timmons Arena, with Tom House scoring 17 points.

    Furman beat Bob Jones 121-52 Wednesday at Timmons Arena, with Tom House scoring 17 points. The Paladins are 2-0, and their next game is Saturday at home against Northern Iowa.

    News Notes · Friday’s editionSources: WYFF, WSPA 7News

  • Worker rankingsIndeed's annual report on the best U.S. cities for workers found nearly every SC metro lagging behind others nationwide.

    Indeed's annual report on the best U.S. cities for workers found nearly every SC metro lagging behind others nationwide. It scored 228 metro areas with populations of 200,000 or more.

    Around South Carolina · Friday’s editionSource: The State

  • Venison donationsThe S.C. Department of Natural Resources and a Spartanburg-based nonprofit are encouraging hunters to donate deer to families in need.

    The S.C. Department of Natural Resources and a Spartanburg-based nonprofit are encouraging hunters to donate deer to families in need. The nonprofit is South Carolina Hunters for the Hungry.

    Around South Carolina · Friday’s editionSource: WSPA 7News