🌱 Patch AM: What Greenville’s new liquor rules mean for your favorite breweries

Good morning to you Greenville! Catch up on our news and events right here. Keep reading to stay in the know. ☀️

In today's newsletter:

• What Greenville’s new liquor rules mean for your favorite breweries
• Were you near South Main when this juvenile fight turned violent?
• Why a Greenville County judge refused bond for this threat case

Also on today's calendar: Vermin Supreme Live and 6 more events.

Today's riddle: Jimmy, did you crash on your bike again? You’ve lost a tooth! 🤔 (Answer below!)

Weather forecast:

• Sunday: Sunny, windy and cooler, with a high of 48 and low of 19 degrees. ⛄️ Brr!
• Monday: Cold with plenty of sunshine, temps: high: 41, low: 25.
• Tuesday: Plenty of sunshine, with a high of 54 and low of 36 degrees.

📰 News we're reading

1. Greenville breweries celebrate as council approves liquor sales and expands venue sizes (wcti12.com) — Greenville’s City Council has approved a major change allowing local breweries and bars to serve liquor and expand their maximum size, reshaping the city’s nightlife options. Breweries can now grow to 8,000 square feet, bars to 3,500 square feet, and owners like Uptown Brewery’s manager say they’ll add bourbon-focused offerings while training staff to handle liquor service responsibly.
   

2. Juvenile hospitalized after incident in downtown Greenville (wspa.com) — A juvenile was hospitalized after being cut during an argument on South Main Street in downtown Greenville Friday night, and city police are now asking witnesses to come forward. Officers say the incident happened before curfew hours, involved two juveniles, and left visible blood at the scene, but no arrests have been made yet.
   

3. Judge denies bond to suspect accused of threatening to assassinate Rep. Mace, again (abcnews4.com) — A circuit judge has again denied bond for a defendant being held at the Greenville County Detention Center in a case involving threats against U.S. Rep. Nancy Mace. The hearing took place in Greenville County, where prosecutors argued the suspect’s recent statements show escalating behavior and ongoing risk. The judge agreed, keeping the defendant in custody while the case proceeds.
   

4. Coffee shops near you: Six local coffee shops within 10 minutes of BJU (collegianonline.com) — If you’re looking to study off campus, several Greenville coffee shops sit within a quick walk or drive of Bob Jones University, from Bridge City and Sunflower on Wade Hampton to Methodical, Tselia, Coffee Underground and Flying Fox downtown. The guide highlights prices, vibes, and study space so you can pick the best spot for your next caffeine-fueled work session.
   

5. South Carolina Second-Worst Nationally for Elder Abuse Protections (fitsnews.com) — South Carolina has been ranked second-worst in the nation for protecting seniors from abuse, neglect, and exploitation, raising serious concerns for older residents across the state, including in Greenville. The WalletHub report cites low spending, limited elder-care organizations, and weak oversight of nursing homes, prompting renewed calls for lawmakers and advocates to strengthen protections and reporting systems.
   

📸 Around Greenville

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🗓 Upcoming Events in Greenville

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Tuesday December 16

• Basketball Game @ Home
  Beck International Academy Greenville, SC 29607
  6:00 pm
• Basketball at Beck
  Greenville Middle Academy Greenville, SC 29607
  6:00 pm

Thursday December 18

• Holiday Sing-Along
  Washington Center Greenville, SC 29607
• Girls Basketball vs. Ralph Chandler
  Greenville Middle Academy Greenville, SC 29607
  6:00 pm
• Basketball Game @ Rudolph Gordon
  Beck International Academy Greenville, SC 29607
  6:00 pm
• Vermin Supreme Live
  The Mushroom Spot , 1358 N Pleasantburg Dr , Greenville
  7:00 pm
• Boys Basketball vs. Ralph Chandler
  Greenville Middle Academy Greenville, SC 29607
  7:00 pm

Friday December 19

• Polar Express/PJ Day
  Washington Center Greenville, SC 29607
• End 2nd Quarter
  Golden Strip Career and Technology Center Greenville, SC 29607

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🗓 Events Nearby

Sunday December 14

• Away Team Duo at Gather GVL
  Gather GVL , 126 Augusta St , Greenville
  1:00 pm
• Sundays at 2: Music in the Galleries | Holiday Sing-a-long
  Greenville County Museum of Art , 420 College St , Greenville
  2:00 pm
• GNHA Annual Holiday Party
  Landmark Hall , 156 Landmark Dr , Taylors
  5:00 pm
• Mr. Bankshot
  The Comedy Zone , 221 N Main St , Greenville
  6:00 pm

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💬 Chatter

What your neighbors are talking about on social media

• CVS Health offering measles vaccine to South Carolina residents amid the state’s current outbreak —Andrea Lynn Read on Patch

• Last day of Public school teaching !!!
  Retired..retired..and yes finally. retired.. lol.. was a great 42+ years.. on to my next adventure! (Nextdoor Old White Horse Rd)
• Update: Pet Reunited
  A dog who went missing in Piedmont, SC, has been safely reunited with their family after 4 hours, 41 minutes. Message from Finder: "When I got ,… (Nextdoor Breamor)

• Workbox Staffing posted a job opening for General Labor Press Operator (Temp 2 days $15 hour) in Greenville. Apply here.
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-- The Patch AM Team

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