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Tuesday, September 17, 2019
Going meatless? Eating a vegetarian or vegan diet has never been easier or more delicious. As these lifestyles grow in popularity, restaurants are starting to add more meat- and dairy-free menu items that are actually exciting, filling, and nutritious (unlike that plain ol' garden salad with balsamic vinaigrette you've probably been ordering for years). So, whether you're
Continue Reading >Tuesday, September 10, 2019
In addition to giving you a chance to disconnect from work, some downtime to catch up on some much-needed rest, and even an opportunity to experience new things, vacations are also great for that nice little ego-boost that comes along with each-and-every social media notification you get from all the fun new pictures you've been posting. Spartanburg has got a ton of great lo
Continue Reading >Thursday, August 29, 2019
[caption id="attachment_7983" align="aligncenter" width="525"] Runners along the Rail Trail, courtesy Kavin Bradner.[/caption] Whether you’re breaking in new shoes, working out, getting some fresh air, or taking your four-legged friend for a walk, the Mary Black Rail Trail is the place for you. The Rail Trail, a two-mile trail just south of Downtown Spartanburg, is Sp
Continue Reading >Monday, August 19, 2019
Attending a big event or conference is delightfully energizing, is it not? Between learning exciting new information, connecting with others in your field, and exploring an interesting new city, it's basically a field trip for grownups! Though with so much to do in so little time, it can definitely be difficult to find ways to maximize your downtime. Since your days are
Continue Reading >Wednesday, July 31, 2019
While getaways are exciting to say the least, packing is arguably the worst part of any vacation—especially when you're going "off the grid" for a couple of days and don't necessarily have the luxury of having a few basics provided for like you might at a hotel. If you're planning your next outdoor excursion or camping trip, might we suggest a little trip to Spartanbur
Continue Reading >Wednesday, July 10, 2019
We may be quite a few years removed from the classic three-month break we all enjoyed as kids, but deep down we've all got a little bit of "Let's make this the best summer vacation ever!" left in us. Regardless of whether you get a couple months, a week or two, or just a long weekend off, you deserve to make the most of your downtime, whether that means packing in outdo
Continue Reading >Tuesday, May 28, 2019
"When I was your age....." "Hi _____, I'm dad! " "Ask your mother." Isn't it hilarious how dads always seem give the same few quips and bits of advice no matter what you throw at them? While fatherhood seems to come with some standard pieces of wisdom ("Money doesn't grow on trees!"), that doesn't mean you should resort to giving your ol' man the same standard gifts year-aft
Continue Reading >Tuesday, April 30, 2019
Mom's are the ultimate selfless multitaskers. Even though it's the farthest thing from effortless, they can somehow help the kids with their homework, make dinner, plan a birthday party, and fold laundry while simultaneously volunteering at the humane society, coordinating the next family vacation, and working a full-time job, all with total grace and thoughtfulness. We
Continue Reading >Thursday, April 11, 2019
Spring Fling is a springtime tradition in Spartanburg. For the most part, people know the hits. The fastest night in Spartanburg at the Spartanburg Regional Healthcare System Criterium. Local crafts and food vendors lining the streets offering unique, handmade products and delicious food to chow down on. Live music featuring some of the area’s best artists jamming u
Continue Reading >Wednesday, April 10, 2019
Vivid blues and greens. Breezes as relaxing as sighs. Crystalline waters rippling like smile lines. Thrushes and warblers soaring overhead as woodpeckers tap out a constant beat. Rivers and lakes abound with natural beauty. Spartanburg County, South Carolina is overflowing with ways to splash into the blue, whether you crave heart-pounding adventure or relaxing shoreline
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