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Daily editionTuesday, September 29th, 2026

Good morning, Taylors.

The 5AM Taylors Team

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Here’s your local news at a glance for Tuesday, the 29th of September.

Community

  1. Bon Secours launched a three-year plan to tackle housing, food insecurity, mental health and care access from feedback (survey results).

    Isuzu donated a truck to Greenville’s Fire Department and Countybank earned a Best Places to Work honor, while free flu clinics and women’s a cappella show are set next week.

    The Greenville NewsRead more

Business

  1. Starbucks closed four stores in South Carolina, including its Taylors location (5008 Old Spartanburg Road), as part of its nationwide Back to Starbucks plan to shutter 250 underperforming locations before fiscal year-end; two closures occurred in the Upstate region.

    The Greenville NewsRead more

  2. Guy Furay, owner of The Insurance Source in Greer, received the 2026 NAIFA Quality Award for his proven commitment to quality client service in health and employee benefits insurance.

    He plans to use this honor to keep making insurance easier (and more approachable) for his clients.

    The Post and Courier GreenvilleRead more

  3. Pinky's Revenge in Greer began selling its arcade games, memorabilia and toys on Monday morning on Trade Street after announcing its closure Sunday.

    Owners cited health concerns (and a desire to spend more time with family) following the move from its Taylors Mill location to downtown Greer.

    WYFF 4Read more

  4. Mountain High Outfitters will open its new outdoor gear store at BridgeWay Station on 10 a.m. Nov. 7 — filling a 6,197 sqft space next to Mercato Cafe and across from BridgeWay Brewing Co in Greenville County.

    The Post and Courier GreenvilleRead more

Culture

  1. Country singer Riley Green will perform in Greenville on Saturday, May 1 at the Bon Secours Wellness Arena with special guests Randy Houser, Jake Worthington and Hannah McFarland; presale tickets start Tuesday, Sept. 29 at 10 a.m. with general sales beginning Friday, Oct. 2 at 10 a.m.

    WYFF 4Read more

Lifestyle

  1. Hikers in Taylors have access to top fall foliage hikes just minutes from Greenville and nearby North Carolina.

    Residents can explore Table Rock State Park, Caesars Head, Sassafras Mountain, Chimney Rock and Bearwallow Mountain Trail for scenic views as leaves begin to change.

    The Greenville NewsRead more

Sports

  1. The updated Upstate Super 20 rankings for Week 7 show Dorman is 5+0 and set to play Fort Mill on Oct. 2 at 7:30 p.m., while Gaffney, at 4+1, is scheduled to face Wade Hampton, and a new team on a winning streak has been added to the list.

    The Greenville NewsRead more

  2. Clemson’s football team is set to host Miami on Oct. 3 at 7:30 p.m. on ABC as they prepare to counter transfer quarterback Darian Mensah, who led his former team to a four-touchdown game last season & continues to impress this year, prompting adjustments in defensive coverage.

    The Greenville NewsRead more

  3. Upstate Ingles has opened unlimited voting for its girls athlete of the week for Sept. 21-27, with votes accepted until noon on Oct. 1.

    Candidates include volleyball players Sarah Angell, Rilyn Johnson, Sadie Johansen, Madelyn Smith, Bella Westmoreland, and tennis standout Emery Tripamear (as featured by local sports coverage).

    The Greenville NewsRead more

  4. Voting is open for Upstate Ingles high school boys athlete of the week for Sept. 21-27, with unlimited ballots accepted until noon on Oct. 1 (voters can support their favorite local players).

    The Greenville NewsRead more