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Please consider heading to Greer Station for your shopping needs this Small Business Saturday!

As you digest your Thanksgiving meal, we wanted to give a quick reminder of the Holiday Events that are on tap in Greer this season! Dec 1: Christmas Tree Lighting, 5:00-8:00 PM Dec 1: Live window displays in Greer Station Dec 2: Breakfast with Santa (ticket required), 8:00 AM-Noon Dec 2-3: Greer Farmers Market Christmas Festival, 10:00 AM-2:00 PM Dec 3: Christmas Parade, 2:30-4:00 PM Dec 5: City of Greer Center for the Arts Gingerbread Jamboree, 6:00-8:00 PM Dec 9: Holiday Arts Fair at the Center for the Arts, 10:00 AM-2:00 PM Dec 9-10: Christmas 7's Rugby Tournament

November 23, 2023 For Immediate Release Residential Structure Fire at 135 Pinewood Dr. in Greer. The Greer Fire Department, along with automatic aid companies from Pelham Batesville Fire Department, Tyger River Fire Department, and Taylors Fire Department responded to a residential structure fire at 135 Pinewood Dr. in Greer earlier this evening. The fire was reported to the Greer 911 Center at 19:27:00 by a 911 caller. Companies were dispatched at 19:27:49 and started arriving on scene at 19:34:33, the fire was under control at 20:26:22. Firefighters arrived to find a single story residential structure with smoke and fire showing from the front and rear of the residence. Crews worked in an offensive strategy, which included crews for fire extinguishment and crews to conduct a primary and secondary search. The building was occupied at the time of the incident and no injuries were reported. CPW responded to support crews with the securing of utilities. Deputy Fire Chief Josh Holzheimer said, “The fire is currently being investigated by the Fire Marshal’s Office, and at this time, the fire remains under investigation.” # # # Contact: Joshua Holzheimer, Deputy Fire Chief City of Greer Fire Department Phone: 864-553-1312 E-Mail: jholzheimer@cityofgreer.org

This Thanksgiving, we are thankful for everyone who lives in our wonderful City and the business owners and visitors who help make it so special. City offices will be closed Thursday and Friday so our staff can spend time with their loved ones. What are you grateful for this season?

The City Park Playground will be closed from Monday, November 13 through Thursday, November 16 so our crews can install and repair the slides. The playground is expected to reopen on Friday, November 17.

Shoutout to these awesome volunteers who came to help clean the Sunnyside Community on Saturday! They collected 14 bags of litter throughout the area. A special thank you to Tena Irby who saw the need in her neighborhood and asked the city to help organize the effort!

It's time to have your voice heard! The following offices are included in this election: -Councilmember from District 1 for term expiring December 31, 2027. -Councilmember from District 3 for term expiring December 31, 2027. -Councilmember from District 5 for term expiring December 31, 2027. -Mayor (at large) for term expiring December 31, 2027. -Commissioner of Public Works for term expiring December 31, 2029 Find more information and check your polling location here: https://cityofgreersc.sites.thrillshare.com/page/elections

The City of Greer Fire Department is accepting applications for firefighters (certified and non-certified may apply). Follow the link to apply: https://workforcenow.adp.com/mascsr/default/mdf/recruitment/recruitment.html?cid=f347f1b2-6af4-4493-9e43-df02b01ceb44&ccId=19000101_000001&type=JS&lang=en_US&selectedMenuKey=CareerCenter

Check out the Greer Civics Academy during their session at the Greer Fire Department last night! Participants learned how the department operates, got a tour of the Hood Road station and the fire engine, plus got to try out the jaws of life and aim a fire hose!

Don't forget! The Planning Commission will hold a Public Hearing and Recommendation on Monday, October 16 regarding the UDO and updated Zoning Map. Learn more here: https://www.cityofgreer.org/o/bds/page/unified-development-ordinance

🚨A Nationwide Emergency Alert System Test will occur today🚨 The national test will consist of two portions, testing WEA and EAS capabilities. Both tests are scheduled to begin at approximately 2:20 p.m. ET today, Wednesday, Oct. 4. The alerts will go to TVs, radio, AND CELL PHONES. You can view the official notice here: https://www.fema.gov/press-release/20231003/fema-and-fcc-plan-nationwide-emergency-alert-test-oct-4-test-messages-will?fbclid=IwAR05IvgdhlIB0IIDYNftv6JiDatHcbA9_teei5ynfHkBCYSUzpphAboRxOM

In Greer, we recognize our community is made up of many different cultures and backgrounds that help make our city special. This Hispanic Heritage Month, we wanted to shine a spotlight on some of our Hispanic and Latino employees and thank them for all they do for this community. En Greer, reconocemos que nuestra comunidad está formada por muchas culturas de diferentes orígenes que ayudan a que nuestra ciudad sea especial. Este mes de la Herencia Hispana, queriamos destacar a algunos de nuestros empleados hispanos y latinos y agradecerles por todo lo que hacen por esta comunidad.

The City of Greer will break ground on a new fire station at the corner of Suber Road and Chick Springs Road on October 11. See details here: https://5il.co/25s2l

Mark your calendars for the first week of Fall in Greer! Tuesday: City Council Meeting, City Hall, 6:30 PM Saturday: Railfest, City Park 10:00 AM - 2:00 PM

Greer Fire Department firefighters participated in the 9/11 Memorial Stair Climb at Fluor Field over the weekend. Those who climbed the stairs say this is a meaningful way to remember those who gave the ultimate sacrifice.

We have a calendar packed full of ways for residents to have their voices heard this week. Check out everything going on in Greer! Tuesday: City Council Meeting, 6:30 PM, City Hall Wednesday: UDO Drop-In meetings, 11:00 AM - 1:00 PM & 4:30 PM - 7:00 PM, City Hall Thursday: UDO Drop-In meetings, 7:30 AM - 9:00 AM, 11: 00 AM - 1:00 PM & 4:30 PM - 7:00 PM, Cannon Centre Saturday: Get you ART On! & Tunes in the Park: The Rhythm City Band, 5:00 PM - 9:00 PM

Engine 42, Tower 41, Bat 41 and Engine. 41 on scene working a MVC with entrapment on Hunt St near Lancaster Ave. Please use caution in this area.

The City of Greer business offices will be closed today in observation of Labor Day. Municipal trash pickup will also be shifted back a day.

Happy Holiday weekend! We have a short week ahead of us, but here’s what happening in Greer. Monday: Labor Day, City Hall Offices closed in observance Tuesday: Cutlery Club, Tryon Recreation Center, 7:00 PM - 9:00 PM

Mayor Rick Danner has signed a proclamation to name September Ovarian Cancer Awareness Month in the City of Greer.