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Hello Greer! Stay connected with the latest updates from around town. Let's dive in! ☕️️

In today's newsletter:

  • Did you buy a Powerball ticket at a Greer Spinx?
  • What we know about the body found near I-85 in Greer
  • Why Greer officers were fired over license plate reader misuse

Also on today's calendar: In Person Writing Session and 9 more events.

Today's riddle: When geese fly, one side is longer than the other. do you know why that is ? 🤔 (Answer below!)

Weather forecast:

  • Thursday: Mostly sunny and warm, with a high of 90 and low of 69 degrees. 🌶 Hot!
  • Friday: A t-storm around in the p.m., temps: high: 92, low: 69.
  • Saturday: A t-storm around in the p.m., with a high of 82 and low of 70 degrees.

📰 News we're reading

1. One week left to claim $200K Powerball ticket sold in Upstate (wspa.com) — If you bought a Powerball ticket at the Spinx on The Parkway in Greer back in March, you might be sitting on $200,000—but you only have until Monday, Sept. 21 to claim it. The winning ticket must be redeemed at the Columbia Claims Center or mailed by that date, or the money goes to South Carolina education programs instead.
   

2. SC: Investigation underway after body found near I-85, officers say (wyff4.com) — Police in Greer are investigating after a person was found dead Wednesday afternoon near I-85 Southbound at exit 60, and details remain limited while the case is in its early stages. Drivers passing through that stretch of the interstate are urged to slow down and stay alert as officers work at the scene, which may affect traffic for local commuters and travelers.
   

3. Upstate deputy resigns amid investigation into Flock misuse (wspa.com) — An Anderson County deputy has resigned amid an internal investigation into alleged misuse of Flock license plate cameras, the second such resignation there this month. The report also notes that Greer Police previously fired two officers in July over improper use of license plate readers, highlighting growing regional scrutiny of how local law enforcement uses these surveillance tools.
   

4. Owner Puts Up $15k Reward After 2023 Ford F-150 Raptor Stolen: Video (fordauthority.com) — A Greer resident is offering a $15,000 reward after his 2023 Ford F-150 Raptor, filled with personal valuables, was stolen from his driveway. Security video captured the thief driving off, and anyone with information is urged to contact Greer Police to help recover the truck and important items like IDs, golf clubs, and a wedding ring.
   

5. SC Ports, Norfolk Southern Expand Intermodal Access to Huntsville (dillonnews.org) — South Carolina Ports has expanded rail service by partnering with Norfolk Southern to connect Charleston directly with Huntsville, while also emphasizing the growing role of Inland Port Greer. A recent $55 million expansion in Greer boosted cargo capacity by 50% and added rail to handle longer trains, strengthening the region's logistics and job-supporting economy.
   

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P.S. The answer to today's riddle: because there are more geese on that side (Thank you jo L. for sending it in!)
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