Op-Ed Archives

Op-ed: Why replace the mayor who got us here?

I hope you will celebrate all that we love about Greenville and help to preserve and protect the city we proudly call home, says John DeWorken.

Letter to the editor: Mayor Knox White deserves another, final term

The reader says, "we shouldn't forget how far we've progressed as a city thanks to long-term, strategic and smart leadership by Mayor White. He deserves a final term."

Op-ed: If you smell natural gas, get out fast

There are simple steps you can take to help ensure the safety of your family if you suspect a natural gas leak.

Letter to the Editor: 38 years serving Greenville County

As he retires, Paul B. Wickensimer says he is looking forward to seeing what the future holds.

Letter to the Editor: Wade Hampton overhaul

The author states, considering the deplorable condition of the streets and roads in Greenville County, the last thing that we need is to spend money to fix something that is not broken.

Letter to the Editor: National Culinary Arts Month spotlights Greenville’s burgeoning food scene

The Upstate, as everyone knows, is home to some outstanding restaurants and hotels.

Letter to the editor: The stigma of mental illness

May is Mental Health Awareness Month.

Letter to the editor: Policymakers must prioritize tech and innovation

As president and CEO of Urban League of the Upstate, it is my priority to advocate for resources and tools needed for Black and other underserved communities to succeed in South Carolina.

Letter to the editor: Our vision is a community working together

On April 12, United Ministries will host the annual Uniting for Change luncheon, and Stephanie Land is the featured speaker.

Letter to the Editor: What’s your emergency, and will you hold please?

The reader writes, "It is time for the region’s two largest entities — Greenville County Council and Greenville City Council — to set aside their egos and come together to build a modern state-of-the-art Emergency Communications Center."