Daily editionFriday, October 30th, 2026
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The 5AM Greer Team
Here’s your local news at a glance for Friday, the 30th of October.
Business
Greer-based Regional Management Corp. reported a $15.1 million third-quarter profit on record revenue of $178.8 million and set a $0.30-per-share dividend that will be paid Dec. 16 to shareholders of record Nov. 18; it runs branches in 20 states + its loan book stood at $2.2 billion, and Elizabeth Canini will become chief credit risk officer on Nov. 2.
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Education
Greenville County Schools trustees voted Tuesday to approve a utility easement letting Duke Energy link electrical equipment between Woodmont Middle and Sue Cleveland Elementary to provide a more reliable power feed.
Trustees also unanimously approved SCSBA delegates, reappointed four BEST board members, and approved two honors courses and two PE exemptions (Nov. 17).
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Health
A bat found near Bessie and North Flat Rock roads in Piedmont tested positive for rabies, confirmed Oct. 26, and one person was referred for treatment; it's the sixth rabid animal in Greenville County this year, and officials urge keeping pets' shots current and reporting exposures to (888-847-0902).
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Greenville County EMS says PATHS treats some non-emergency 911 callers by phone, video, or house visit to keep ambulances free as flu season begins.
Launched Oct. 13, 2025, PATHS saw 269 patients in seven months, with two-thirds treated at home and funded by a private grant.
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