Dave Hargett has worked for years to restore and stabilize the area around Lake Conestee, a long-neglected reservoir with a legacy of industrial pollution. On Wednesday, he was honored for what many consider an extraordinary effort to revive a forlorn, once-lifeless patch of the Upstate. The Conservation Voters of South Carolina gave Hargett a Green Tie award, recognizing him for a lifetime of conservation achievements. Read More »

On Saturday, September 16, 2017 over 100 volunteers cleaned tires, trash, and debris from nearly 9 miles of the Reedy River. FoRR partnered with Duke Energy, Confluence Outdoor, City of Greenville, Greenville County, Swamp Rabbit Cafe and Grocery, and Caine Halter YMCA for this fantastic event! Read More »

Relating to the earlier article on the river turning neon green temporarily, the Greenville Water Quality Group, which includes Friends of the Reedy River, has responded. Read More »

On Saturday, September 2 the Reedy River turned bright green. The Greenville Police Department said a non-toxic dye, usually used to track sewer leaks, was placed into the river as a prank. Although the culprit is still unknown, FoRR has confirmed that neither the City of Greenville nor Greenville County was involved in this event. Photo credit: Jim Trimble Read More »

The Greenville News recently set out to answer the question of just how OK it is to wade in Falls Park. The article features interviews from the Friends of the Reedy River Executive Director Patricia Carson and board member Katie Giacalone. Read More »