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Good morning to you Greenville! Catch up on our news and events right here. Keep reading to stay in the know. ☀️

In today's newsletter:

  • How Greenville arts students became "artistic ambassadors" in Italy this summer
  • How Greenville Tech is launching six‑figure aviation careers from right here
  • How will this rookie reshape the Greenville Swamp Rabbits' blue line?

Today's riddle: What has 2 arms and a neck but no head? 🤔 (Answer below!)

Weather forecast:

  • Thursday: Very hot, with a high of 97 and low of 73 degrees. 🌶 Hot!
  • Friday: Near-record temperatures, temps: high: 97, low: 71.
  • Saturday: An afternoon thunderstorm, with a high of 98 and low of 71 degrees.

📰 News we're reading

1. Fine Arts Center students travel to Greenville's Sister City in Italy (greenvillejournal.com) — Greenville County Schools' Fine Arts Center students recently traveled to Bergamo, Greenville's Italian sister city, strengthening a decades‑old cultural partnership. The group performed at the Cremona Music Festival, explored historic art and architecture, and returned with new friendships and creative inspiration, while school leaders aim to deepen ties with Bergamo and possibly connect with another sister city in Belgium.
   

2. Greenville Technical College trains technicians for high-demand careers in aviation (greenvillejournal.com) — Greenville Technical College is rapidly expanding its Aircraft Maintenance Technology program in Greenville to meet a national shortage of aviation technicians, boasting a 95% job placement rate and 98% FAA exam pass rate. Local students and employers are partnering through dual-enrollment and hands-on training, giving Greenville-area residents a clear path to high‑paying, in‑demand aviation careers.
   

3. Swamp Rabbits add Zinger (prohockeynews.com) — Greenville hockey fans can look forward to rookie defenseman Josh Zinger joining the Greenville Swamp Rabbits for the 2026–27 ECHL season. The 25-year-old brings NCAA and junior championship experience, and his uncle Dwayne, a longtime local coach and former NHL player, continues to support youth hockey development in Greenville.
   

4. Pergola's opening night hints at a hit in the making: Weekly Dish (greenvillejournal.com) — Greenville diners have a new spot to explore with Pergola's soft opening on North Pleasantburg Drive, drawing a who's who of the local food scene and praise for its thoughtful dishes and service. Meanwhile, Curean's founder announced she is selling her Mediterranean restaurant on Main Street, marking a big change for downtown's dining landscape.
   

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    Friday September 4
  • Spirit Friday: Wear Your Team Colors or Shirt
    Washington Center Greenville, SC 29607
  • Monday September 7
  • Labor Day - Student Holiday
    Golden Strip Career and Technology Center Greenville, SC 29607
  • Thursday September 10
  • Back to School Vaccine Clinic
    Washington Center Greenville Co Health Dept, 352 Halton Rd, Greenville, SC 29607\
  • NCFC's Parent Cafe
    Sterling School 's Vegas Room
    5:30 pm
  • Monday September 14
  • Spirit Week
    Washington Center Greenville, SC 29607
  • Volleyball VS. Beck
    Greenville Middle Academy Greenville, SC 29607
    5:00 pm

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🗓 Events Nearby

    Thursday September 3
  • Reading Log Turn In
    Thomas E. Kerns Elementary Greenville, SC 29605
    7:00 am
  • Gardening Class- Planting a Fall Vegetable Garden →
    Greenville County Parks, Recreation, & Tourism Administrative Office Pavilion Athletic Fields @ 400 Scottswood Rd, Taylors, SC 29687, USA, United States
    9:00 am
  • Varsity Volleyball Tri-Match at Mauldin w/ TL Hanna
    Greenville Senior High Academy Mauldin High School, 701 E Butler Rd, Mauldin, SC 29662, USA
    5:30 pm
  • JV Volleyball Tri-Match at Mauldin w/ TL Hanna
    Greenville Senior High Academy Mauldin High School, 701 E Butler Rd, Mauldin, SC 29662, USA
    5:30 pm
  • Boys & Girls Swim vs Riverside/Greer
    Greenville Senior High Academy Middle Tyger YMCA Family Center, 720 Shoals Rd, Duncan, SC 2933
    6:00 pm

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