Upstate Forever in the News 2007

      This is the archive of news articles for the year 2007. For previous years, please click on the links below. All articles are listed in reverse chronological order.

Upstate Forever in the News 2007

all articles are in pdf format unless otherwise noted

Upstate Forever announces new staff
December 24, 2007
announcement in the GSA Business Review

Deal to preserve wilderness
Upstate Forever raising money to buy 2,208 acres in northern Pickens County
December 24, 2007
by Anna Simon of the Greenville News

County Will Redraft Rules for Mixed Development
December 18, 2007
by Emily Dagostino of the Spartanburg Herald-Journal

Upstate Forever is growing concern
December 15, 2007
by Nan Lundeen in the Greenville News

Upstate Forever Presents Awards
December 10, 2007
photo in the GSA Business Review

Tree ordinance may sprout again next year
December 7, 2007
by Charles Sowell of the Greenville Journal

Stumphouse, Issaqueena acquistion recognized
December 2, 2007
by Vince Jackson of the Anderson Independent-Mail

5 Bright Ideas to Get On a Low-Carbon Diet
December 2007
by Lydia Dishman in the Greenville Magazine

Upstate Forever's Golf Tournament
December 2007
in the Greenville Magazine

Time's been unkind to historic mill
November 30, 2007
by Charles Sowell of the Greenville Journal

Many helped save Upstate's natural beauty
November 30, 2007
by Frank Holleman of the Anderson Independent-Mail

Environmentalists, Anthony declare truce
November 30, 2007
by Charles Sowell of the Greenville Journal

Cliffs developer, environmental groups to work solve river issue
Both sides agree to 45-day delay in permits for new community on North Saluda
November 30, 2007
by Davide Dykes of the Greenville News

City engineer earns ‘clean water’ honor
November 28, 2007
in the Greenville News

Widening of Highway 9 revs up debate
Pay for costly upgraded road, or just more lanes?
November 25, 2007
by Emily Dagostion in the Spartanburg Herald-Journal

So much to be thankful for
Local leaders offer their thoughts
November 23, 2007
opinion in the Greenville Journal

Public hearing for Cliffs Mountain Ridge development
November 23, 2007
in the Greenville Journal

Wildlife Service wants Cliffs to suspend golf course plans
Federal agency, local environmentalists fear
development will harm Saluda River
November 16, 2007
by David Dykes of the Greenville News

Development plans draw firestorm
November 16, 2007
by Charles Sowell for the Greenville Journal

Permits for golf course challenged
Opponents cite environmental impact of project in Greenville County
November 15, 2007
by Sammy Fretwell of The State

Upstate Forever supports more stringent EPA ozone standards
November 11, 2007
by Nan Lundeen of the Greenville News

County Council delays tree ordinance
Opponents say proposal favors wealthy city dwellers over country folk
November 7, 2007
by Ron Barnett of the Greenville News

Mayors: Candidates must show environmental leadership
November 2, 2007
in Savannah Now

Training for building held at Hub-Bub
October 23, 2007
in the Spartanburg Herald-Journal

Hunting and Fishing Day a 'Tremendous Success'
October 21, 2007
in Lakefront Hartwell

Workshop helps leaders design cities
Saturday, October 13, 2007
from staff reports in the Spartanburg Herald-Journal

Newcomer switches careers after moving here
October 10, 2007
by Aubrae Wagner of the Greenville News

City Council backs site to build business school
Leaders support deal to sell land for homes
October 9, 2007
by Lynn Shackleford for the Spartanburg Herald-Journal

Nature park will be gem for Easley
Nalley Brown project is in early stages; fundraising to come soon
October 6, 2007
from 'Voices' in the Greenville News

Benefit for Upstate Forever rocks
October 4, 2007
by Mike Foley of the Greenville News

It’s not too late to stop urban sprawl
September 28, 2007
by Nick Charalambous of the Anderson Independent-Mail

Study: 44 percent aren't active enough
September 22, 2007
by Dudley Brown of the Spartanburg Herald-Journal

Video from panel discussion on urban development
September 12, 2007
in the Spartanburg Herald-Journal

Reedy River's quality continues to improve
September 9, 2007
letter from Jason Van Driesche in the Greenville News (3rd letter down)

'Great' wallets saved Stumphouse Mountain
People rose to the challenge when a special part of the Upstate
was threatened with development
September 8, 2007
Editorial in the Greenville News

Getting green on the big screen
September 6, 2007
by Sean P. Flynn of the Spartanburg Herald-Journal

Explore ideas to reduce greenhouse gases
These ideas could have profound effects on the state's economy
September 5, 2007
editorial in the Greenville News

Stumphouse Mountain Saved
August 30, 2007
by David Williams of the Anderson Independent Mail

Tree ordinance needed in Greenville
The 'green' in Greenville is experiencing
a mind-boggling loss of its tree cover
August 30, 2007
opinion by Brad Wyche in the Greenville News

South Carolina ties for fifth on national obesity scale
August 28, 2007
in the Spartanburg Herald-Journal

State panel dealing with climate change
August 26, 2007
by Tim Smith of the Greenville News

Grow with character, expert urges county
Mcmahon: Develop and build, but don't destroy things you love
August 25, 2007
by Christine Boush of the Spartanburg Herald-Journal

The fiscal impact of sprawl in South Carolina
August 24, 2007
by Brad Wyche in the Greenville Journal

A mountainous task: Groups work together to save
Stumphouse for future generations
August 24, 2007
in the Anderson Independent Mail

Lecture series to start Friday
August 23, 2007
by Christine Boush of the Spartanburg Herald-Journal

Expert: Spartanburg County must set standards for future developments
August 24, 2007
by Christine Boush of the Spartanburg Herald-Journal

Oconee council funds Stumphouse Mountain project
Mountain property includes Issaqueena Falls, abandoned railroad beds that are now hiking trail
August 21, 2007
by David Williams of the Anderson Independent Mail

Walhalla accepts $1.2 million to save Stumphouse Mountain property
August 14, 2007
by David Williams of the Anderson Independent Mail

Paving Over the Foothills
Cherished landmarks threatened by development, poor planning
August 1, 2007
by Gary Hyndman of the metro beat

If you’ve ever gazed at the mountain, consider saving it
July 14, 2007
editorial in the Seneca Daily Journal

Donor offers $300,000 for Stumphouse Mountain fund in Oconee County
Plans to match $1 for every $2 contributed
July 12, 2007
by David Williams of the Anderson Independent Mail

We have a chance to preserve a piece of 'wildness'
July 8, 2007
by David Shi in the Greenville News

'Green buildings' good for environment, economy
July 5, 2007
by Brad Wyche and Ann Timberlake in the Greenville News

Dive In: Conserve Water
The drought level is moderate -- what should you do?
July 3, 2007
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Land Use
July 1, 2007
from the Spartanburg Herald-Journal

Wynn Again...
July 2007
by Baxter Wynn in the Greenville Magazine

Upstate development considers all things green
June 29, 2007
by Gary Henderson of the Greenville Journal

Development adds to Eastside boom
June 29, 2007
by Gary Henderson of the Spartanburg Herald-Journal

Feel good about saving 1,000 acres
June 24, 2007
in the Greenville News

Wanted: Urban planners
June 24, 2007
by Monica Mercer of the Spartanburg Herald-Journal

Poll backs funding park space
June 22, 2007
by Monica Mercer of the Spartanburg Herald-Journal

Tunnel Vision
June 22, 2007
by Gary Hyndman of the Greenville Journal

Upstate Forever to help Walhalla save watershed
Upstate group gets $1.2 million grant for Stumphouse tract
June 22, 2007
by E. Richard Walton of the Greenville News

Conservation bank OKs Upstate Forever’s grant application
June 20, 2007
by David Williams of the Anderson Independent-Mail

$1.42 million needed by August to protect historic sites
The sites represent 951 acres in Oconee County
June 19, 2007
by Paul Alongi of the Greenville News

1,000-acre Issaqueena Falls part of conservation project
June 18, 2007
by David Williams of the Anderson Independent-Mail

Money sought to save Stumphouse Tunnel
June 18, 2007
by Paul Alongi of the Greenville News

On My Mind: Stumphouse Mountain
June 17, 2007
by Frank Holleman, Special to the Anderson Independen-Mail

Renovation keeps aged Converse bungalow on a green path
June 15, 2007
by Jan Scalisi of the Spartanburg Herald-Journal

Storm Water Facilities Subject of July 10 Low-Impact Development Seminar
June 2007
in the Builder Review

Next Low-Impact Development Seminar Set For June 5
June 2007
in the Greenville Home & Garden

Low-impact development seminar set for June 5
May 24, 2007
reader submitted story in the Greenville News

We all need to make a change
Upstate offers glimpse into energy efficient future
May 24, 2007
by Jeanne Brooks of the Greenville News

Upstate climate change event, May 15
May 11, 2007
Reader submitted story in the Greenville News

Cost may outpace many incomes in pedestrian-friendly developments
Price of neighborhood-centered homes often out of reach to first-time buyers, experts say
May 7, 2007
by Lorando D. Lockhart of the Greenville News

Upstate Forever to attend Conservation Lobby Day on May 8
May 1, 2007
reader submitted story in the Greenville News

The South Carolina Conservation Bank: A wise investment
April 30, 2007
opinion by Nancy Fitzer in the GSA Business

Treat river like a prize
The Reedy is something special, and we need to keep it that way
April 29, 2007
by Jeanne Brooks of the Greenville News

‘Consummate conservationist’
Longtime activist uses political skills to keep issues on legislative agendas
April 29, 2007
by Sammy Fretwell of the State

Paddling the Reedy River better than man-made amusement ride
April 26, 2007
by Jeanne Brooks of the Greenville News

Let's work for a bright future for Earth
In 1970, when Earth Day began, we defined problems; today we must design solutions.
April 22, 2007 - 2:00 am
by Brad Wyche in the Greenville News

Leaders to turn Imagine Anderson into action
April 19, 2007
by Heidi Cenac of the Anderson Independent Mail

Official warns of county's sprawl
Wyche says Upstate may become the 'next Atlanta'
April 18, 2007
by Kelly VanLeeuwen of the Tribune Times

Rally draws many to global warming cause
April 14, 2007
by Ray Chandler of the Anderson Independent Mail (pdf)

Simpsonville taking page from downtown Greenville (pdf)
April 15, 2007
by Lorando D. Lockhart of the Greenville News

Suspense builds as Walhalla saga reaches final chapter (pdf)
April 15, 2007
by Jeanne Brooks of the Greenville News

Wyche warns against unplanned Upstate growth (pdf)
Residents must become involved in process, he said.
April 13, 2007
by Lorando D. Lockhart of the Greenville News

Upstate Forever organizing trip legislative lobbying trip May 8 (pdf)
April 12, 2007
reader submitted story in the Greenville News

Upstate rallies Saturday bring attention to climate (pdf)
Part of national Step It Up campaign
April 12, 2007
by Anna Simon of the Greenville News

Global warming awareness rally at Clemson (pdf)
Saturday event part of national campaign
April 9, 2007
in the Greenville News

Paddle the Saluda with Upstate Forever
Seven-mile trip planned April 14 (pdf)
April 3, 2007
by Mike Foley of the Greenville News

Low-impact development seminar next week
Homebuilders group, Upstate Forever hosting event (pdf)
March 29, 2007
in the Greenville News

James Kunstler presentation on Climate Change March 14 at Furman (pdf)
March 14, 2007
reader submitted story in the Greenville News

Author James Kunstler speaks at Furman (pdf)
March 14, 2007
by E Richard Walton of the Greenville News

Climate change topic of Furman forum
First event in Climate Change Speaker Series (pdf)
March 12, 2007
by Mike Foley of the Greenville News

Walhalla to review conservation deal offered for Stumphouse Mountain property (pdf)
March 7, 2007
by David Williams  of the Anderson Independent Mail

Walhalla Council to hear proposal for controversial sale of Stumphouse Mountain property (pdf)
March 5, 2007
by David Williams of the Anderson Independent Mail

Upstate Forever seeks accreditation (pdf)
March 2, 2007
by Lorando D Lockhart of the Greenville News

Upstate Forever chosen for pilot program (pdf)
February 28, 2007
in the Greer Citizen

Upstate Forever plans hike along Reedy Cove Creek
Nature, history part of upcoming excursion (pdf)
February 27, 2007
by Mike Foley of the Greenville News

Stumphouse offer withdrawn
Council to meet with conservation trust today (pdf)
February 21, 2007
by David Williams of the Anderson Independent Mail

Conservation groups pitch proposal for Walhalla land (pdf)
February 21, 2007
by David Williams  of the Anderson Independent Mail

Developer’s background questioned (pdf)
Friday, February 16, 2007
by David Williams  of the Anderson Independent Mail

Stumped in Walhalla (pdf)
February 16, 2007
by Anna B Brutzman of the Greenville Journal

Upstate Forever supports governor’s proposal (pdf)
February 15, 2007
by Christine Boush of the Spartanburg Herald Journal
in the Anderson Independent Mail

Citizens start at ground level to protect the Earth (pdf)
February 15, 2007
by Jeanne Brooks of the Greenville News

Upstate Forever lobbies lawmakers for conservation (pdf)
February 15, 2007
by Christine Boush of the Spartanburg Herald-Journal

Saving Lake Conestee
A Hidden Treasure (pdf)
February 13, 2007
The Beat

Group: Tax breaks help preserve land
Upstate Forever says record year boosted by incentives (pdf)
February 12, 2007
by Lindsay Edmonds of the Greenville News

Planning for growth protects local investment, character (pdf)
February 11, 2007
by Emily Crow Neely for the Spartanburg Herald Journal

Greer land values cause developers to dig deep
Stormwater systems going underground (pdf)
February 10, 2007
by Nan Lundeen of the Greenville News

Oil scarcity, global warming to be topic of forum (pdf)
February 5, 2007
by Mike Foley of the Greenville News

Residents invited to help clean up new lake park (pdf)
Help needed on Feb. 24
February 5, 2007
by Mike Foley of the Greenville News

Sale of precious resource could trigger Walhalla's twilight (pdf)
February 4, 2007
by Jeanne Brooks of the Greenville News

You can help clean Reedy River (pdf)
February 4, 2007
by Mike Foley of the Greenville News

Developer wants to build near Oconee watershed (pdf)
February 3, 2007
by Mike Foley of the Greenville News

Walhalla stands on a precipice with land's future in its hands (pdf)
February 1, 2007
by Jeanne Brooks of the Greenville News

Conserving art
January 31, 2007
in the Greenville News

Rail-trail on course for ’07 use
TR-to-Greenville path will need your help (pdf)
January 31, 2007
by Justin Chappell of the Greenville News

Conservation groups make offer for Walhalla mountain property (pdf)
January 30, 2007
by David Williams of the Anderson IndependentMail

Event tonight offers 'big picture' on rails to trails (pdf)
January 30, 2007
by Mike Foley of the Greenville News

Big-box ordinance gets resident’s nods
Full council action expected soon (pdf)
January 26, 2007
by John Boyanoski of the Greenville Journal

Big-Box rebirth
Environmental group pushing for change (pdf)
January 26, 2007
by John Boyanoski of the Spartanburg Journal

No more big, empty stores (pdf)
January 26, 2007
Opinion in the Greenville Journal

Artists pitch in to preserve natural wonders across state (pdf)
January 26, 2007
by Christine Boush of the Spartanburg Herald-Journal

Technology trickles down to Upstate pavement (pdf)
January 22, 2007
by Brian Fulkerson of the GSA Business

Upstate Forever kept 3,005 acres in the green in '06
January 20, 2007
by Christine Boush of the Spartanburg Herald-Journal (pdf)

Slice of nature under protection (pdf)
January 16, 2007
by Doug Staley of the Anderson Independent-Mail

Land protected against future development (pdf)
January 15, 2007
by Doug Staley of the Anderson IndependentMail

County parks need more work(pdf)
January 13, 2007
Opinion by Brad Wyche in the Greenville News

Good Stewards (pdf)
January 12, 2007
in the Greenville Journal

Upstate Forever celebrates record year of land protection
Preserved sites include Mountain Bridge acreage, Camp Spearhead (pdf)
January 10, 2007
in the Greer Citizen

Alternative energy getting new review
'Net metering' could increase use of renewable energy here (pdf)
January 8, 2007
by Anna Simon of the Greenville News