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1. Emerald Looking Strong At Start of Region Play (hssr.com) — Emerald High's football team in Greenwood has surged to a 6-1 record, averaging nearly 55 points over its last five games and opening region play with a 41-3 win over Palmetto. With standout performances on both offense and defense, coach Tad Dubose likes his squad's momentum heading into key region matchups against Wren, Powdersville, and Belton-Honea Path.
2. Genetic Study Links Inherited Blindness to Gene Tied to Rare Metabolic Disorder (labmedica.com) — A major new genetics study led by the Greenwood Genetic Center links a gene long tied to a rare metabolic disorder with certain cases of inherited blindness, expanding options for diagnosis. Researchers in Greenwood showed that subtle IDUA gene changes can damage the retina without causing other classic symptoms, which may help local families finally get clear answers about unexplained vision loss.
3. Joanna Metzner-Sadurski: Honored to Be Part of a 25-Year Journey in Rural Cancer Research (oncodaily.com) — Cancer research at Greenwood's Self Regional Healthcare is being recognized for nearly 25 years of keeping clinical trials available to rural patients, despite staffing and access challenges. Local leaders and partners emphasize that true access means trust, education, and navigation support so Greenwood-area patients can better understand their diagnosis, treatment options, and what joining a trial really involves.
4. Upstate fire marshal shares tips for preventing house fires (foxcarolina.com) — Recent deadly house fires in Greenwood County and nearby Upstate communities have fire officials urging you to double‑check safety habits at home. A Fountain Inn fire marshal highlights common causes, from everyday mistakes to unsafe charging of e‑bikes and tool batteries, and stresses using proper cords and charging larger devices outside or in the garage to reduce risk.
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