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Daily editionWednesday, September 30th, 2026

Good morning, Greer.

The 5AM Greer Team

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Here’s your local news at a glance for Wednesday, the 30th of September.

Business

  1. Owner Guy Furay of The Insurance Source received a 2026 NAIFA Quality Award for his professional success and quality client service, marking another achievement in Greer’s growing insurance business sector.

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  2. MOA Architecture has hired Nylah Stover as an architectural designer to boost its work for higher education, civic, and community projects.

    Stover, who holds a master’s degree from Hampton University (and is a LEED Green Associate), will support community-centered, sustainable design efforts.

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  3. Mountain High Outfitters is set to open its new 6,197 sqft store at Bridgeway Station in Mauldin on Nov. 7 at 10 a.m. The outdoor retailer adds its fourth South Carolina location near Mercato Cafe (a local favorite) for outdoor gear shoppers.

    The Greenville NewsRead more

Culture

  1. Country singer Riley Green announced his 2027 *That's Just Me* tour, joining special guests Muscadine Bloodline, Randy Houser, Jake Worthington, and Hannah McFarland.

    The tour will begin in April and include a Greenville show at Bon Secours Wellness Arena on May 1.

    The Greenville NewsRead more

Education

  1. Meyer Center for Special Children opened its first inclusive 4K classroom at its Rutherford Road campus on August 10; a $200,000 grant from Pacolet Milliken, LLC helped convert a space into a 500 sqft room (fully equipped for year-one staffing, curriculum, and materials).

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Sports

  1. Wade Hampton’s volleyball team defeated the Greenwood Eagles 2-0 in tournament play on Saturday, boosting its record to 7-3 (the Eagles now trail with a 4-16 record).

    This victory marks the team’s second win in a row.

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  2. Southside Christian junior Katelyn Cubbison has dominated high school girls golf since she joined the varsity team in seventh grade.

    She credits the sport with teaching her patience and mindset control, and her achievements include two all-state honors + four All-Greenville County recognitions.

    The Greenville NewsRead more

  3. Simpsonville's Claire Burns, a junior at J.L. Mann High School, verbally committed to swim for the University of Alabama for the 2028-29 season.

    The talented swimmer impressed state and national meets with Y-Spartaquatics, setting the stage for her future in collegiate athletics.

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