Daily editionThursday, September 24th, 2026
Good morning, Greer.
The 5AM Greer Team
Here’s your local news at a glance for Thursday, the 24th of September.
Community
Habitat Greenville dedicated a new affordable home at 600 Pendleton Road in Parker on Sept. 23 to the Gerald family + marking its 40th anniversary.
The nonprofit has built over 430 affordable homes since 1985 to help local families have decent places to live.
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Culture
Greenville’s history column shows how local airports helped shift the area from a small city economy to a connected region — early airmail plans led to Greenville Downtown Airport in 1928, Donaldson Air Force Base became industrial land, and GSP strengthened regional growth.
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Dr. Cedrek McFadden, a local 'Survivor 48' alum and Prisma Health surgeon, described his Fiji experience and excitement over Survivor 51’s twists as the season premiered on Sept. 23, and fans can join a watch party by former contestant Johnny Fairplay at New Realm Brewing Co. on Oct. 7.
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For Now, a new young adult novel by Brandy Snow, examines how military families deal with combat PTSD and adjusting to life at home — the book offers a fresh way to start tough but hopeful conversations and is available in local bookstores.
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Education
Tech Week Greenville kicks off this week with daily events that show how AI is transforming classrooms and workplaces.
A panel on Thursday at Greenville Technical College features a Google representative discussing AI education and workforce readiness.
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Government
Renewable Water Resources announced on Sept. 22 that all nine water treatment facilities earned national Peak Performance Awards for 2025 compliance - Mauldin Road, Georges Creek and Marietta facilities earned platinum awards for maintaining 22-year, 21-year and 20-year perfect records.
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