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