Category: People & Places
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Beck Edwards: A Real Life Wild Kratt

After our coffee and conversation at Bridge City, I knew that TR readers needed to know about Beck…

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Reporting the News: Jackson Gosnell in the Spotlight

Jackson’s work ethic and efforts made him a stand out even in high school. You could find him…

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From Greenville to TR: Get to Know Shannon Herman, TR’s New City Administrator

At the front desk Beth buzzed me in at City Hall and I headed back to meet Shannon…

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Local Teacher Devyn Washburn is Named Director of the SC Chapter of Teach From DeHart Foundation

A few years ago, I had the privilege of interviewing Matt DeHart, a then new teacher in our…

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Trivium Homes: Building Custom Homes in the Upstate with a Local

Home. The word means something different to everyone. It’s where you place your head, where you entertain friends,…

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Introducing Ladston Properties: A New Partnership

This is the story of how a 30 minute introductory meeting at a coffee shop turned into a…

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The Foothills Trail Project: A Movie About Our Local Trail System

There are many ways to see your place. One way is to leave it. That’s exactly what Preston…

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Get Fit: Energy Fitness is Open in TR

Energy Fitness is now open in Travelers Rest. Is Energy Fitness a gym? Not exactly. But also yes.…

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Meet Russell Jones – TR’s Own Strongman

He can break a stack of bricks in one blow! Watch him bend a nail in half –…

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Making Murals in TR: Support Our Two Newest Art Projects

Travelers Rest is welcoming, memorable and bright. It’s a happy town with a tangible vibe of friendliness and…

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Young Entrepreneurs in TR

The TR Farmers Market is a cornerstone of our local community. With its vast, urban green space sprawling…

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The Big Cook: A TR Farmers Market Experience

Travelers Rest extends a big handshake to those hunting social engagement, entertainment and much more. The Farmers Market…

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