Here's your local news at a glance for Friday, the 21st of August.
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🎭 Culture
A partial lunar eclipse, known as the blood moon, will be visible from upstate South Carolina on Thursday, Aug.
27 into Friday, Aug. 28. The eclipse will begin around 9:23 p.m. and peak just after midnight, offering safe viewing without special eye protection.
📰 Economy
A 2025 SmartAsset report showed Greenville County ranked as the fifth wealthiest in the state, with a median income of $74,624 — investment income of $47,379 — and a median home value of $307,442.
It is the only Upstate county in the top 10.
🎓 Education
South Carolina does not set a legal age for leaving children home alone, and pediatrician Deborah Greenhouse advises parents to avoid leaving kids under nine unsupervised while establishing clear safety rules and emergency contacts for after-school care.
🏈 Sports
High school football kicked off on Aug.
20 with some games moved early due to weather and continues today at 7:30 p.m. with regional matchups including Woodmont at Greer (a local highlight) as fans follow live updates from local news outlets.
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