Hear in Greer

A senior at Greer Middle College Charter High School, Paul Rouse will publish his first novel in April. Learn more on this episode of Hear in Greer and go in-depth with the synopsis and more at www.stugothenovel.com.

Can you feel the love tonight as Hear in Greer visits rehearsal for the Greer Children's Theatre production of The Lion King Jr.? Greer Cultural Arts Supervisor Robin Byouk discusses the show and other upcoming events, then we're privileged to hear from four members of the cast: Ellie Hambrook, Julia Tobin, Keegan Davis and Darcy Yarborough. Visit the Cultural Arts website for more information and to order tickets for the show.

Capt. Patrick Fortenberry joins the podcast to discuss planning for the 34th year of the Greer Police Department's Cops for Tots program. Made possible by the generosity of individual and business donors, the program provides toys for underprivileged children in the Greer Community.

Join us for a Hear in Greer chat with Amanda Coleman, founder and executive director of Irish Angel, and retired Auburn (AL) assistant police chief Scott Mingus. The two are visiting Greer this week to discuss the mission of Irish Angel, a support network for law enforcement, EMS, firefighters and members of the military who suffer from PTS, addiction and mental health issues. Learn more at www.IrishAngel.org.

This episode highlights Greer CPW, which is partnering with the Greer Police Department for a Drug Take Back event on October 29, as well as hosting Lake Robinson Day on November 5.

The Greer Police Department will be participating in the national Operation Clear Track initiative on September 20 and the Parks, Recreation & Tourism Department will host Railfest on Saturday, September 24 from 10 a.m. until 2 p.m. at Greer City Park. Both events are a reminder that Greer was built around the railroad and serve as an opportunity to stress railroad safety for drivers and pedestrians.

After spending more than 10 years in broadcast journalism, Ayla Fitzpatrick got married and joined the City of Greer Communications Office in the span of two weeks this spring. Today, her duties include overseeing the Neighborhood Services Program and planning  the City of Greer Civics Academy to give residents and inside look at the government that serves them.

Robert Roux, assistant city engineer, drops by the Hear in Greer studio to discuss the Adopt a Stream workshop coming up September 16 at Greer City Hall. Participants will learn how to become certified volunteer water quality monitors for local waterways through both classroom and hands-on training.

Hear in Greer's podcast series with the City of Greer's elected officials continues with Mayor Rick Danner reminiscing about his six terms in office, accomplishments, and future initiatives.

Robin Byouk and Sara Odom join this week's podcast to discuss the upcoming Harry Potter Trivia Night, a fundraiser on July 30 for the Greer Cultural Arts Council and Greer Children's Theatre. Sorcerers, witches and even muggles are invited to test their knowledge of the books and movies, participate in a costume contest and enjoy a cold mug of butterbeer. Complete information is at https://www.greerculturalarts.com

Greer City Councilman Lee Dumas  was elected in 2009 to represent District 4 and has served that role since. He stopped by the Hear in Greer studio to chat with Steve Owens and Ayla Fitzpatrick about his experience and the number one issue facing Council in the future.

Greer City Councilman Wryly Bettis has represented the City of Greer's District 5 for the past 22 years. He stopped by the Hear in Greer studio to chat with Steve Owens and Ayla Fitzpatrick to discuss his time on Council and what he sees as hot button issues in the near future.

Building official Ruthie Helms joins Steve Owens and Ayla Fitzpatrick on this episode to discuss growth in Greer and what it's like to be a female in a male-dominated industry.

Get to know District 3 Greer City Councilman Mark Hopper as he chats with Steve Owens and Ayla Fitzpatrick on this episode of Here in Greer. It's the first in a series on the Mayor and City Councilors  to hep residents get to know their elected officials.

Deputy Fire Chief Josh Holzheimer, the new president of the South Carolina Firefighters Association, is an integral part of keeping the City of Greer Fire Department prepared to serve and protect residents. Learn more about Deputy Chief Holzheimer on this edition of Hear in Greer as he chats with Steve Owens and Ayla Fitzpatrick.

Gracie Wilkerson chats with the officers of the current Leadership Greer Class about the Greer Chamber of Commerce program and the projects they are undertaking this year.

Communications Manager Steve Owens and Digital Content Coordinator Joel Eaves discus changes coming to the City of Greer Communications Office with guest host Gracie Wilkerson.

Hear in Greer opens 2022 with a preview of the City of Greer's 20th annual Martin Luther King, Jr. Day or Celebration Luncheon to be held January 17 at the Events Center at Greer City Hall. Recreation Supervisor Justin Miller joins Steve Owens for all the details of the event sponsored by Prisma Health.

Sgt. Jeff Smith of the Greer Police Department joins Hear in Greer to discuss the 2021 National Night Out events taking place in four Greer neighborhoods on August 3.

Sharon Self of Greer Development Corporation and the Greer Station Assocation joins Hear in Greer to discuss spring events happening downtown in May and June.

Greer Cultural Arts is now able to make available more programming for the public. It starts with the Greer Children's Theatre production of Godspell Junior April 30-May 2 and May 7-8 at the Edward R. Driggers City of Greer Center for the Arts located at 804 Trade St. Purchase your tickets today for this adaptation of the classic play that debuted in 1971.  More information and ticket link.

Spring 2021 has brought a return to events for the City of Greer's Parks and Recreation Staff. In this episode of Hear in Greer Lindsey Shaffer shares information about the Greer Goes Global International Festival on April 17 and Ann Cunningham discusses the new Benson Automotive Kids Planet and the grand opening scheduled for April 16.

South Greenville Rugby coaches join Hear in Greer as the City of Greer prepares to play host to their boys and girls rugby teams March 13 and 21. They'll take on teams from Georgia and North Carolina at H.R. Turner Park. Those games will lead up to a Youth Rugby Camp being hosted April 24 by the City of Greer, Greenville Rugby and Clemson Rugby at Turner Park. Check out www.cityofgreer.org for more information. 

Greer Middle College Charter High School has a senior program that helps not only the students but also multiple business parters in the community. Program Coach Kelley Bailey (kbailey@greermiddlecollege.org) discusses the school's senior intern program and how it is prepares students for the next step of their educational journey. Then, Lili Norvell speaks about her internship in the City of Greer Communications Office.

City of Greer IT Manager Jim Ridgill joins the Hear in Greer podcast to discuss Internet Safety Tips for users of all ages. It's a celebration of 2021 Safer Internet Day, an international effort to make users aware of the need to help create a safer online world.

Last year wasn't ALL about COVID-19. Mayor Rick Danner joins the Hear in Greer podcast to discuss a year of major accomplishments in the City and a bright look at the year to come.

Fire Chief Dorian Flowers speaks about his department's new Class 1 ISO rating and the new application Community Connect that better provides first responders with information to save lives.

City of Greer Police Chief Matt Hamby joins the podcast for National Law Enforcement Appreciation Day and discusses his department.

Sgt. Jeff Smith of the City of Greer Police Department offers tips to keep shoppers, their purchases and their financial information safe during the holidays. These safety tips are also applicable all year long.

Neighborhood Services Coordinator Kate Kizito (kkizito@cityofgreer.org) discusses the program designed to bring neighborhoods and City of Greer services closer.