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Attorney for Eichor Files Motion for New Trial
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Attorney Steven Henry filed a motion for a new trial on behalf of Perry Eichor on Wednesday. The motion lists several justifications and states, “The Defendant moves for a new trial challenging his convictions for the crimes of obstruction of justice (obstruction) and misconduct of a public official (misconduct).
common law (misdemeanor), and neither of the charges allows for conviction of actions by implication.
“The Defendant challenges the trial court’s rulings on his pretrial motions, rulings on evidence, the trial judge’s charges to the jury and other issues.”
The document concludes with an assertion of inconsistent jury findings—the defense has maintained that Eichor was indicted on three counts for the same crime.
The ten-page motion (excluding attachments) lists in detail several potential grounds for retrial, including the prosecutor’s reliance on implied threats. Both convictions were
Eichor’s attorney told The Banner via phone that he expects a response from the trial judge by the first of next week.
Several motions were made and denied during the June 8-9 trial. Each are listed in Wednesday’s motion.
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MAULDIN STANDING COMMITTEE MEETINGS Monday, July 6, 2015 6:00pm Mauldin City Hall SIMPSONVILLE CITY COMMITTEE MEETINGS Tuesday, June 23, 2015 6:00pm 9:00pm Simpsonville City Hall SIMPSONVILLE CITY COUNCIL MEETING Tuesday, July 1, 2015 6:00pm 9:00pm Simpsonville City Hall
Simpsonville Candidates Announce Intentions Mayor Pro Tem Geneva Lawrence has announced her intentions to run as incumbent for her Ward 3 council seat. Published in the June edition of The Sentinel, her declaration reads, “With municipal elections just around the corner, I will run to retain my seat as Council Ward 3.”
Upcoming council meeting schedules in the Golden Strip.
Ms. Lockaby does not have to resign her council seat to participate in the mayoral race. If she were to win, a special election would be held to fill her vacancy on council.
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New Home for Simpsonville Chamber Almost Ready Allison McGarity, CEO, Simpsonville Area Chamber of Commerce
I am guilty of responding the same way almost every time someone asks me how I am doing or how things are going at the Chamber. I tend to reply with something along the lines of “oh, just same old, same old.” I need to stop saying that, because that response could not be farther from the truth. At the Chamber, we are always working on new things—whether it be a new event, a new membership, or as of late… a brand new Chamber office and Welcome Center. In the last few months, we have been busy preparing to move into our new office at 100 West Trade Street. We couldn’t be happier to take over this space on the corner of South Main Street in the heart of Simpsonville’s historic downtown district. This move has certainly been a long time coming, and is a positive step for our organization. We have been operating out of a temporary space next to Vaughn’s Country Store since Thanksgiving of last year (author’s note: the ladies and gentlemen at Vaughn’s are truly some of the kindest, most generous, most caring people I have ever met and I am so grateful to have been their neighbor for these past few months). Even before we moved at Thanksgiving, a transition had been in the works for a long time. We have been scoping out available office spaces and exploring the options for almost two years. As an organization that supports and promotes businesses and serves as the city’s official Welcome Center, we knew we had an
important duty to find a great space that would be able to accommodate us for years to come. After considering numerous possibilities, we met Jason Hucks and learned about his plans to renovate the old Simpsonville Florist building on South Main Street. We visited the building and immediately decided that it would be a perfect home for the Chamber. I cannot wait to complete the transition into this new office, and I look forward to welcoming current members, future Chamber members, and new residents there for many years. As I look ahead and think about how the Chamber will evolve in the years to come, I have to think about the time I have spent here so far. Since my first day with the Chamber, I have seen a lot of transition within and outside of our organization. I began my Chamber journey as the Development Coordinator and now serve as the Chamber’s President & CEO. Our team now is completely different than the one I worked with 3 years ago. I think it is safe to say that we make the youngest Chamber staff in the Upstate, and I see that to be one of our greatest strengths. We are energetic, innovative, and enthusiastic about constant improvement and new opportunities. To make up for any lack of experience, we have created personal and professional networks with leaders throughout the community. We have built a Board of experienced business professionals and we have extensive resources to draw from when we need to seek guidance from
Under Construction: The new home of the chamber at Trade and S. Main Streets those with expertise. We care about Simpsonville and work hard to serve those around us. We are anything but “same old, same old,” both literally and figuratively. Under our tenure, the size of our membership has increased by almost 25%, our programming and offerings for members has been refined, and new partnerships with economic development organizations have been developed.
Moving the Chamber twice in the past year has been a challenge, but it has been for the best. We will take it one day at a time and will invite the community to celebrate with us when we finish this project successfully. Look for continued success and big things to come from the Simpsonville Area Chamber of Commerce in the future!
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Entrepreneur Spotlight: Hopewell UMC Learning Center Shana Parker, Director | director.hopewell@gmail.com
For as long as I can remember, I’ve always had a love for being around and teaching children. I was raised by a mother who was a daycare teacher and spent the majority of my early years surrounded by little ones. Being the only child at home, I found a lot of joy being around other kids. I helped my mother in her class quite a bit and I gained pride when the students learned something from me. It was then that I knew that this was something that I would love to do for the rest of my life.
what I know. I had the opportunity to meet some amazing teachers, many of whom I still consider my best friends. I also was blessed to meet and learn from the director there. She took her time and helped me gain confidence in myself as a teacher and a leader. If it weren’t for her and her motherlike guidance, I don’t think I’d be in the position I am today. She showed me that leaders don’t always have to have a loud roar and be aggressive but can lead through love, kindness and patience.
Throughout high school, I had multiple part-time jobs. I was a cashier at Chick-Fil-A and a sales associate at Kohl’s, but I still spent a lot of my time babysitting. I knew that when I was teaching others and spending time with small children, I was happy and I actually enjoyed working. I took a position as a nanny when I graduated high school. This was a very eyeopening experience for me. It was the first time that I had someone who was totally dependent on me. I loved having an opportunity to get to know this child because spending time with her reaffirmed what I already knew— that I wanted to teach.
In November of last year, I accepted the position as Director at Hopewell Learning Center. In the few months that I have been here, I have learned so much. The women I work with are the best. Many of them have many years of teaching experience and have worked at Hopewell for about as many. In a preschool, it’s pretty telling when there is such a low turnover rate. They truly love their work. Every day they come in ready to teach and also ready to learn. They treat the children who are in their classes as their own, and they go out of their way to show them how much they believe in them. I can’t express how happy I am to be at Hopewell. I have truly been blessed to be able to serve with these women. It’s not very often that you look forward to going to work every day, but thanks to Hopewell Learning Center, I do.
After this, I spent a few years in childcare and then I went into banking. While this was a great job and I met many wonderful people, banking was not my calling. My husband and I spent time in prayer and thought and eventually, I was offered a job as an infant room teacher at a preschool/ daycare in Simpsonville. I worked there for 4 years and taught multiple age groups from infants to K4. It was at this preschool that I truly learned
enrolled. We would just love to have the chance to allow parents to go out and enjoy themselves knowing that their kids are having a great time watching movies, eating pizza and playing with other children their age! If you would like to come see our facility and also have a chance to meet some of our families, please come out to our Back-to-School Cookout on Friday, August 7th, at 6pm. We will have food, games and lots more! We invite anyone currently enrolled in our program or anyone who is interested in getting to know us to come out and have a good time.
Estate, Hampton Inn and many more. For more information and updates, please visit our Facebook page. Hopewell UMC Learning Center is open during the summer, Monday– Thursday from 9am until 3pm. For more information or to set up a tour, please contact us at 864-967-8181 or director.hopewell@gmail.com.
Lastly, we will be holding a silent auction in November to help raise funds for our program to help provide supplies and cover special events. We have received multiple donations so far from places such as Children’s Museum of the Upstate, Biltmore
We are working very hard at Hopewell to grow and become more widely known in the community. We will be having a Parents’ Night Out on Friday, June 26th, from 5pm until 10pm. Families interested in this do not have to have their children currently 2015 Graduates at Hopewell | Credit: Facebook
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A lot has happened in Simpsonville over the last 4 or 5 years. These events bred discord in our city, created dissension amongst our citizens. And yet, Simpsonville remains a great place to live, work, and play—a place full of wonderful people who want only the best for a city they love. Unfortunately, a divisive “them vs. us” rhetoric persists today—one we, the citizens, have the power to change. Let’s do that. Let us dwell not on the past but instead turn our thoughts to the future of this great city. Let us turn a deaf ear to those who would continue to perpetuate antagonism, to those who would focus only on the negative, to those who would point fingers, assign blame, name-call, or otherwise judge. Let us, too, do our own part and hold our own tongues—difficult though it may be—when tempted to react in a similarly unproductive way. Let us choose now to move forward together –one Simpsonville—united for the common good. After all, as Henry Ford once said, “if everyone is moving forward together, then success takes care of itself.”
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Conestee’s Tasty Secret Old Mill Cafe a “hidden gem” near Mauldin Beth Kelley Fann | beth@simpsonvillebanner.com
Chef Vaughn Owenby’s voice takes on a different tone when he opens his menu. “We use the same skirt steak as Geno’s in Philly,” he says of the Cheesesteak, musing over the marinade and the explaining the placement of the cheese on the bottom of the sandwich. His passion not limited to one item, he verbally illustrates each sandwich as a work of art. The Cuban is served on bread brought in from a bakery in Florida, and the Reuben is made with pastrami—not corned beef as is typical in the South. Owenby and his wife Susanne Marbert own Old Mill Cafe in Conestee, an unassuming deli tucked just off Mauldin Road and bordering the southern end of the GHS Swamp Rabbit Trail.
The deli was originally intended as a kitchen for their existing catering business, but because of the location’s close proximity to SCTAC (aka Donaldson Center), they decided to create an eat-in experience as well. The part of the SRT that Old Mill Cafe borders is Lake Conestee Nature Park, and a short walk behind the restaurant reveals pristine marshland. The area is a wildlife preserve, with blue herons and red-winged blackbirds calling the marsh home. A bench on the pier offers a “secret spot” for a picnic among the trees. The deli is listed on the official SRT guide as a friendly stop, and Greenville County created the extra path from trail to table in support of Owenby’s business. Bike racks are available,
as are picnic tables for those dining around a day at the nearby dog park. “The beautiful part was folks working together,” he said of the spur that leads to his restaurant. After meetings with Ty Houck and Eric Benson with Greenville County, the church next door donated an easement for the path, and a local asphalt company helped bring the idea to life. Owenby also extends a hand in the community as a member of the Shriners and by providing support for animal rescue organizations. Old Mill Cafe also participated in the first Bacon Labor Day last fall, an event that raised money for Simpsonville Police Department’s new K9 program. This year they will be at the Red, White, and Blue July 4th celebration in Greenville, and they plan to return to the now two-day Bacon Labor Day festival in Simpsonville this fall. In the spirit of bacon, the bologna sandwich is a must-try. It’s layered with bacon. And cheese. And tomatoes, red onions and romaine. As the sign proclaims out front, “it’s not your mama’s Bologna sandwich.”
“The simple made extraordinary” is the guiding theme throughout the deli and its menu. Every plate has a story, much like the regulars who visit to swap tales of area history, preservation and growth. Marbert referred to the restaurant as a “hidden gem,” and Old Mill Cafe certainly lives up to her words. Old Mill Cafe is located at 518 Conestee Road in Greenville, just off Mauldin Road. They are open Monday through Saturday from 11:00am-3:00pm, and catering is available. Online: OldMillCafe518.com and Facebook.com/oldmillcafe518
If that spin on an old favorite doesn’t hit the spot, there is also a meatloaf panini—another original creation. Owenby also makes the pimento cheese from scratch, a fact important enough to garner its own paragraph in the South.
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Debt, Bankruptcy, and Your Credit Score Jason Ward, Attorney at Law
As a bankruptcy attorney, I get asked all the time: What will a bankruptcy do to my credit? My answer is always: “About the same thing as not paying your bills.” I am not a credit reporting agency. I do not know what mathematical equation the credit reporting institutions use to determine the score. Does anyone really know? I can’t tell you how much your credit score will change as the result of not paying bills, charge-offs, debt forgiveness, or a bankruptcy. However, I can tell you that sometimes filing a bankruptcy can be the best option for your credit and overall financial stability. Overuse of Credit The majority of my bankruptcy cases are the result of the overuse of credit, particularly credit cards. Obtaining credit is almost a necessity in modern living. Undoubtedly there are large
purchases that we need to make which cannot feasibly be paid for in cash (e.g., a house or car). That being said, far too many people obtain credit from a lender because they can and not because they need to. Cashup-front transaction should always be a consumer’s first option. Whereas it is nice to purchase now and pay later, this luxury comes at a cost called an “interest rate.” Obviously, this extra cost can easily be avoided if the item were purchased in a cash transaction. Further, although a person can presently make monthly payments, nothing guarantees that the same will be true for the life of the loan. Many times when people obtain credit, they forget to factor in future and unexpected expenses. For example, will they be able to make their monthly payment if they have to buy a new set of tires or if they have unexpected medical bills? Cash transactions don’t have
the same pitfalls, which is why they should be preferred. However, since credit is a necessary evil, let’s explore the effect unpaid debts can have on your credit. Non-Payment of Debts and Your Credit First let’s talk about the obvious, not paying your bills on time or in full has a negative impact on your credit report. If you are in debt and you are constantly making late payments or making partial payments your credit score is falling every day. The resulting late fees and added charges create more difficulty in being able to pay the debts. Many times people will get loans to pay loans; this also does not cure the situation and is just another debt you can’t pay. This results in an inability to repair your credit score. Debt Forgiveness, ChargeOffs, and Your Credit
Second, any debt that is not paid in full stays on your credit for 7 years. This is typically called “debt forgiveness” or a “chargeoff.” Any agreement with a creditor that allows you to pay a lump sum and have the rest of the debt forgiven still has a negative impact on your credit report. Of course, this option is only available if you have money to give the creditors in order to have debt forgiven. For lenders, this is almost as bad as a bankruptcy because it lets them know that you have not paid all of your debts in full in the past. However, if you have the means to make lump sum payments this can be a good option. Bankruptcy and Your Credit Lastly, let’s talk about bankruptcy and your credit. A bankruptcy stays on your credit report for 10 years. Now 10 years is a long time, but that does NOT mean that you can’t get a loan for
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KIDS DAY AT THE FOUNTAIN INN FARMERS MARKET Saturday, June 20, 2015 8:00am 12:00pm Farmers Market Pavilion TWELFTH NIGHT Saturday, June 20, 2015 7:00pm 9:00pm Mauldin Cultural Center INTO THE WOODS Saturday, June 20, 2015 7:30pm 9:00pm Younts Center for Performing Arts INTO THE WOODS Sunday, June 21, 2015 3:00pm 4:30pm Younts Center for Performing Arts HHS VOLLEYBALL SUMMER CAMP Monday, June 22, 2015 10:30am 7:00pm Hillcrest High School
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OBITUARIES Tony Lawrence Pearson Tony Lawrence Pearson, age 45, of 905 Morning Mist Lane, passed away on Monday, June 15, 2015. Born in Columbia, he was a son of the late John Ted and Shelby Jean Terry Pearson. Tony was a selfemployed contractor and was of the Baptist faith. His hobbies included the lake, tailgating at South Carolina Gamecocks football games, making people laugh, and motorcycles. Surviving are his children: Austin Blake Pearson and Ashley Lawren Pearson of Easley; sister, Karen Pearson Gwinn and husband Randy of Simpsonville; niece, Kelsi Gwinn; nephew, Reg Gwinn; and a multitude of friends and family he has touched throughout his life. In addition to his parents, he was predeceased by a brother, Donald Eugene “Donnie” Pearson. Funeral services will be held at 1:00 pm on Friday, June 19, 2015, at Gospel Tabernacle conducted by Rev. Leon Bible with burial following in Forest Lawn Cemetery. The family will be at the home of his sister, 204 Groton Court, Simpsonville. Visitation will be at The Kennedy Mortuary from 5:00 – 8:00 pm on Thursday. Condolences may be expressed online at www.thekennedymortuary.com.
Barbara Lynne Farmer Barbara L. Farmer, 66, of Simpsonville, wife of Roger L. Farmer, went to be with her Lord and Savior on Wednesday, June 17, 2015. Born in Columbus, Ohio, she was a daughter of the late Marion John Thompson and the late Susie Widney Thompson. Mrs. Farmer was of the Baptist faith and a devoted homemaker. In addition to her husband, Roger, she is survived by three sons, Jeff Farmer and his wife, Tracy, of N.C., Kevin Farmer of Calif., and Brian Farmer and his wife, Kara, of Greenville; seven
grandchildren, Cody, Chase, Chance, Tiffany, Kyle, Emily and Ellie Farmer; one brother, Ronald Thompson and his wife, Hope, of Michigan; and one sister, Anna Mae Petrovich and her husband, Ritchie, of Ohio. Mrs. Farmer was preceded in death by one sister, Mary Margaret Matthews. A Graveside Service will be held on Friday, June 19, 2015 at 1:30 pm at Dolly Cooper Veterans Cemetery, 140 Inway Drive, Anderson, S.C. 29621. Heritage Funeral Home is assisting the family. www.heritage-funeral.com
William Edward Martin, II William Edward Martin, II, passed from this life to eternal life on Sunday, June 14, 2015, at Bon Secours St. Francis Hospital from complications of congestive heart failure. He was a beloved husband, father, son, brother, uncle and son-in-law. Survivors include his wife, Melissa Monroe Martin; two children, William Edward “Max” Martin, III, and Madison Carrine Martin of the home; his mother, Marilyn Olmstead, of Ooltewah, Tn.; one brother, Steve Martin, of Orlando, FL.; three sisters, Tina Martin of Apopka, FL., Julie (Ralph) Hoover of Brandon, FL, and Kimberly Martin of Hatfield, PA.; and many nieces and nephews. He was predeceased by his father, William Edward Martin, Sr. Visitation will be held from 2:00 to 2:45 PM on Saturday, June 20, 2015, at Thomas McAfee Funeral Home Southeast Chapel where his Homegoing Service will follow at 3:00PM. Memorials may be made to the American Heart Association, 3535 Pelham Road, Greenville 29615. Condolences may be sent to the family at www.thomasmcafee.com. Thomas McAfee Funeral Home, Southeast Chapel
Nelda Irene Shore
Harry M. Goewey
Nelda Irene Shore, 84, died Saturday, June 13, 2015.
Rev. Harry M. Goewey, 90, of Fountain Inn, husband of Betty Goewey for 63 years, while at home, went to be with his Lord and Savior on Monday, June 15, 2015.
Born in Commerce, GA, she was a daughter of the late Howard F. and Nannie May Hardy Lewallen. She worked as a seamstress in textile manufacturing. She also worked at Texize Chemicals in bottling. Surviving is a son, Dr. Otis L. Allen; granddaughters, Kelsey L. Allen and Monica L. Allen; sisters, Ruth L. Cooper (Bert) and Sylvia Culbreth; and a brother, Kenneth “Buddy” Lewallen. She was preceded in death by a son, William Howard Allen. There was a gathering of family and friends Monday, June 15, 2015 from 6:00 pm until 8:00 pm, at the home of Dr. Otis L. Allen at 1 Aldershot Way, Simpsonville, SC 29681. A Graveside Service was held Tuesday, June 16, 2015 at 11:30 am at Graceland Memorial Park East. Condolences may be sent to the family by visiting www.thomasmcAfee.com.
Vickie Lynn Wyman Vickie Lynn Wyman, 58, of Mauldin, wife of Robert (Bob) Wyman, died June 11, 2015. Born in Greer, she was the daughter of Mary Francis Ballew Davis. Mrs. Wyman was a homemaker. She loved being outside working on her yard and pool. Surviving, in addition to her husband and mother, is a daughter, Elisha Sellers, and three grandchildren, Braxtton Perry, Bryetton Perry, and Olivia Grace Moore, all of Greer, and her beloved dog, Blaze. Funeral services were held at Thomas McAfee Funeral Home, Southeast, Monday, June 15, 2015 at 1:30 pm. Visitation was at 12:30 pm prior to the service. In lieu of flowers, donations may be made to a local animal shelter. Condolences may be sent to the family by visiting www.thomasmcafee.com.
Born in Springfield, Mass, Mr. Goewey was a son of the Newton Wheeler Goewey and the late Julia Neil Goewey. Rev. Goewey served as a Methodist Minister for many years across the state of S.C. He served our country in the U.S. Army during WWII in Normandy, France and received the Silver Star and Purple Heart for his bravery. In addition to his wife, Betty, of 63 years, Rev. Goewey is survived by one son, West Goewey, and his wife, Theresa, of Greer; and three grandsons, James (Lindsey) Goewey of Hickory, N.C., Spencer (Candice) Goewey of Greenville, and Tyler Goewey of Greer. He was preceded in death by one son, Wim Goewey. A Funeral Service will be held on Friday, June 19, 2015 at 2:00 pm at Trinity UMC with Rev. Laura Canine officiating. The family will receive friends from 1:00 – 1:45 pm at Trinity United Methodist Church prior to the service. Interment will follow in Cannon Memorial Park. The family requests that memorials be made in lieu of flowers to: Vox Bivium, Latin for: Voice at the Crossroads. This is a 9 month Bible learning environment that teaches young people about the Bible and allows them to live for Christ through many events. One may donate online at govox.org Heritage Funeral Home is assisting the family. www.heritage-funeral.com
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JOB LISTINGS Employment listings are free to place - text only. Character limit may apply. Send to info@simpsonvillebanner.com
NOW HIRING: PAT’S CLEANING SERVICE Pat’s Cleaning Service has positions open for part time hours Monday-Friday. Residential cleaning service. Call Amanda Hand for interview 864-430-0767.
DISTRIBUTION CENTER ASSOCIATE GRAINGER Our Distribution Center Associate(s) performs tasks associated with the receipt, storage and shipment of product includes sorting, processing and putaway. Please email your resume to Loilita.Jones@grainger. com
Is your advertising budget small? We are setting aside a page to promote your business. This section will feature small ads with a logo and contact information. The cost is only $40 a month. Contact us at info@ simpsonvillebanner.com for details, or visit the advertising link on our website at SimpsonvilleBanner.com
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EXPERIENCED PLUMBER Are you a skilled journeyman-level plumber (no license required) who is tired of doing the same thing day after day? If so, service plumbing might be for you! Challenge yourself to grow and learn in an environment where no day is ever the same. Applicants can send their resume to office@allclearplumbingupstate.com or call 864640-9910.
VOLUNTEERS NEEDED: LEAP OF FAITH FARM Leap of Faith Farm in Simpsonville needs volunteers ages 14 and up to assist children and adults with special needs in their horseback riding lessons. No experience necessary! Volunteer orientation is June 14 from 6:308pm. Please contact Melissa Palotta (864) 351-9222 or melissapalotta@yahoo.com for more information.
SATURDAY HELP WANTED Saturday Summer time help needed. Chef Jason Ezell of Shem Creek Seafood must has a small truck or SUV. You will be selling seafood at the local markets. Give Jason a call at 864-483-7499
DRIVERS WANTED Must be 18 or over, have your own transportation, smart phone, and a smile. Pick when you want to work, get paid daily, and enjoy being a lone wolf with you and your tunes. Shoot us a message or email hungrymungrydelivers@gmail.com, but do not call us.
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What’s New in Fountain Inn: Haggan of Southern Jersey Artist and entrepreneur Sonya Marie Haggan will celebrate the grand opening of her store in Fountain Inn on Thursday, June 18. Haggan describes the business as a high-end New York city village boutique specializing in one of a kind custom fashion, furniture and art. Haggan of Southern Jersey / Bold, Beautiful and Sexy 115A South Main Street Fountain Inn, SC 29644 (864) 360-7712 Find HSJ on Facebook for news and updates.
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Younts Center for Performing Arts Announces 2015 Schedule
SEPT 19
Fountain Inn Orchestra 7:30 PM
OCT 2
Young Frankenstein Additional Dates: October 3, 4, 9, 10, 11, 12 7:30 PM
OCT 23
Annie Moses Band 7:30 PM
OCT 25
Greenville Concert Band (GCB) 3:00 PM
We are fortunate the city of Fountain Inn and its leaders took a step toward revitalizing the old school that now makes an annual impact of $1 million in the local economy!”
OCT 31
FIREside Radio presents Poe’s Ghosts 7:30 PM
—Van Broad, Economic Development/Younts Center for Performing Arts
NOV 7
Fall Chorale 7:30 PM
NOV 14
Fountain Inn Orchestra 7:30 PM
NOV 30
Postmodern Jukebox 7:30 PM
DEC 4
A Christmas Story December 4, 5, 11, 12, 15 at 7:30 PM December 6, 13 at 3:00 PM
DEC 17
FIREside Radio presents Old-Time Radio Christmas Revue 7:30 PM
OCT 18
Amahl & the Night Visitors Additional Dates: December 19, 20 7:30 PM
JAN 9
Rick Alviti 7:30 PM
JAN 23
The World Famous Glenn Miller Orchestra 3:30 PM
Jenny Clark | jenny@simpsonvillebanner.com
“Eight years into opening the Younts Center and I get just as excited today as I did when we first started. This season will include several firsts in the Upstate: Mel Brooks’ Young Frankenstein, Scott Bradlee’s Postmodern Jukebox and much more!
The Younts Center for Performing Arts is located at 315 N. Main Street in Fountain Inn More information and tickets available at yountscenter.org or call (864) 409-1050 Follow on Facebook at facebook.com/YountsCenterforPerformingArts
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