Daily editionThursday, October 1st, 2026
Good morning, Taylors.
The 5AM Taylors Team
Here’s your local news at a glance for Thursday, the 1st of October.
Education
Fifth-grade teacher Kammie E. Frady was named the Amazing Teacher of the Month by Greenville News — presented by Ingles — at Welcome Elementary on Sept. 30.
She has spent 28 years in education and mentors fellow teachers while inspiring creative learning for her students.
The Greenville NewsRead more
Government
South Carolinians enrolled in ACA plans without federal subsidies automatically began receiving $500 refund checks on Sept. 30 via HealthCare.gov—covering nearly one million users in 30 states and addressing overcharges on premium fees.
The Greenville NewsRead more
Health
AnMed announced plans to build a new 44-acre emergency center and healthcare campus on Clemson Boulevard near I-85 Exit 19 to provide 24/7 emergency care and additional services.
The facility will open in 2028.
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Sports
Clemson football will face Miami on Oct. 3 at 7:30 p.m. ABC, with left guard Elyjah Thurmon listed as questionable after leaving the Cal win with an injury + backup quarterback Christopher Vizzina has a small elbow fracture but is practicing as he recovers.
Coach Dabo Swinney said Thurmon is day-to-day.
The Greenville NewsRead more