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News Summary The Spartanburg City Council has unanimously passed a hate crime ordinance to impose stricter penalties for crimes motivated by bias, including ethnicity, race, and religion. The ordinance introduces...
News Summary Health officials have confirmed 16 measles cases in South Carolina, primarily affecting schools in Spartanburg County with low vaccination rates. A recent surge includes five new cases linked...
News Summary The Spartanburg City Council has reached a settlement regarding the downtown clock tower’s future. This agreement with the ‘Support the Spartanburg Clock Tower’ group allows for the tower’s...
News Summary Spartanburg County, South Carolina, faces a serious public health crisis as over 150 unvaccinated students are quarantined following a measles outbreak. With seven confirmed cases, health officials are...
News Summary Spartanburg County is experiencing a measles outbreak with confirmed cases at Global Academy and Fairforest Elementary. Health officials are taking precautionary measures, including excluding potentially exposed students from...
News Summary Micah Lanford, a former teacher at Boiling Springs High School, is facing 40 criminal charges related to sexual conduct involving students. Initially arrested for sexual battery on students...
News Summary A child in Greenville County has been confirmed as the latest case of measles, bringing South Carolina’s total to 11 cases amid an outbreak affecting Spartanburg County. Health...
News Summary The Spartanburg Police Department is actively searching for a suspect involved in a shooting that injured an 18-year-old man at Camp Croft apartments. The victim, who was in...
News Summary Christine Mae Hussey Mills, a beloved resident of Cowpens, SC, has passed away at the age of 73. Known for her dedication to family and community, Christine leaves...
News Summary The Spartanburg Planetarium Learning Center is set to open to the public in October 2025. The facility will offer educational programs and exhibits related to astronomy, featuring a...
News Summary Woodruff is set to kick off significant development with the Riverbend Athletic Complex and Libertas Academy, marking the beginning of a $30 million initiative to support the town’s...
News Summary The Righteous Brothers will perform as part of their farewell tour at the Spartanburg Memorial Auditorium. The concert is a celebration of their legacy, promising fans an unforgettable...
News Summary Greenville-Spartanburg International Airport (GSP) announced a forthcoming runway paving project commencing in July 2026. The initiative aims to resurface approximately 6,500 feet of the runway and the entire...
News Summary Cooper Standard in Spartanburg invited local high school students for tours on National Manufacturing Day, showcasing opportunities in the manufacturing sector. William Floyd emphasized workforce development to equip...
News Summary Project Trio, a dynamic ensemble known for their genre-defying performances, will take the stage at Converse University as part of the MoseleyNext concert series. This family-friendly concert will...
News Summary The Spartanburg Planetarium Learning Center is set to officially open its doors to the public, featuring a state-of-the-art planetarium complete with a 136-seat theater and educational programming. The...
News Summary Spartanburg, South Carolina, is set to welcome a new planetarium, the Spartanburg Planetarium Learning Center, with its grand opening on October 17, 2025. This state-of-the-art facility will include...
News Summary The Spartanburg County Public Libraries have launched free storytime programs aimed at young children, promoting early literacy and a love for reading. These engaging sessions are available for...
News Summary The Spartanburg Police Department is actively searching for a suspect involved in a shooting that injured an 18-year-old man at Camp Croft apartments. The victim, who was in...
News Summary Chuck Wright, the former sheriff of Spartanburg County, has agreed to plead guilty to multiple federal offenses, including conspiracy to commit theft and wire fraud. His actions, which...
News Summary Russell Lynch, a former lieutenant with the Spartanburg County Sheriff’s Office, has been released from a Mexican jail after inadvertently crossing the border with firearms. He was arrested...
News Summary An employee at Maranatha Childcare in Spartanburg has been charged with child abuse after parents reported harmful treatment of their children. Cedric Ann Henderson faces three counts of...
News Summary Bryson Shane Hannon, a 22-year-old man, was arrested following a police chase that began in Spartanburg County and ended near USC-Upstate. Hannon faced multiple charges, including domestic violence....
News Summary Russell Lynch, a former lieutenant of the Spartanburg County Sheriff’s Office, was arrested in Mexico after unintentionally crossing the border with firearms. Lynch, who was relocating to Spartanburg...
News Summary Chuck Wright, the former sheriff of Spartanburg County, is set to plead guilty to multiple federal charges including wire fraud and drug misuse. His resignation and upcoming plea...
News Summary John Lucas Rice, a 21-year-old, has been arrested for the murder of Kevin Scott Brookshire, following his confession. The case, which has haunted the Spartanburg community for nearly...
News Summary Recent rabies cases in Anderson and Spartanburg Counties have raised alarm among local pet owners. A skunk and a raccoon tested positive for rabies, triggering quarantine measures for...
News Summary The Spartanburg City Council has reached a settlement regarding the downtown clock tower’s future. This agreement with the ‘Support the Spartanburg Clock Tower’ group allows for the tower’s...
News Summary Lee Bright has officially announced his candidacy for the vacant S.C. Senate District 12 seat after Roger Nutt’s resignation due to health issues. The upcoming special primary will...
News Summary Chuck Wright, the former Spartanburg County Sheriff, is pleading guilty to serious federal charges, including wire fraud conspiracy and misuse of controlled substances. Along with two accomplices, he...
News Summary Chuck Wright, the former Spartanburg County Sheriff, is facing 65 ethics charges mainly linked to alleged misuse of public funds and improper hiring practices, including hiring his son....
News Summary Chuck Wright, former sheriff of Spartanburg County, plans to plead guilty to multiple federal charges, including conspiracy to commit theft, following a federal investigation. Wright’s plea deal involves...
News Summary Spartanburg County Councilmember Monier Abusaft has been cleared of third-degree assault and battery charges stemming from an incident last year involving a local resident. The dismissal followed an...
News Summary The Spartanburg City Council voted to demolish the historic Morgan Square clock tower, sparking community protests over its importance to local identity. With plans for redevelopment including a...
News Summary Students at Wofford College gathered to honor Charlie Kirk, a conservative activist killed during a speech in Utah. The vigil highlighted his impact on campus advocacy and drew...
News Summary The Spartanburg City Council has introduced legislation aimed at combating hate crimes by passing the first reading of a hate crime ordinance. This ordinance includes a misdemeanor charge...
News Summary Woodruff is set to kick off significant development with the Riverbend Athletic Complex and Libertas Academy, marking the beginning of a $30 million initiative to support the town’s...
News Summary Spartanburg, South Carolina, is set to welcome a new planetarium, the Spartanburg Planetarium Learning Center, with its grand opening on October 17, 2025. This state-of-the-art facility will include...
News Summary On October 3, Cooper Standard opened its manufacturing plant to high school students from Spartanburg, Cherokee, and Union County for National Manufacturing Day. The event highlighted career opportunities...
News Summary Five influential lawmakers from South Carolina will participate in a bipartisan dialogue on women’s leadership at Wofford College in Spartanburg. The event, part of ‘A Candid Conversation’ series,...
News Summary The South Carolina Sister Senators will hold a bipartisan event titled ‘A Candid Conversation’ at Wofford College on September 29, focusing on women’s leadership in state politics. Panelists...
News Summary In a nail-biting finish, the Gaffney High School Indians overcame a 24-7 deficit to defeat the Spartanburg Vikings 27-24 in their Region 5-AAAAA regular-season finale. Senior receiver Shane...
News Summary Spartanburg will host the Wofford Yard Party at Fr8Yard, aimed at raising funds for the Leukemia and Lymphoma Society. The event features live music, raffles, and a specialty...
News Summary Dan Leach, a native of Greenville and professor at Charleston Southern University, will promote his debut novel, ‘Junah at the End of the World,’ at Hub City Bookshop...
News Summary The Spartanburgers suffered a disappointing 3-1 loss to the Emperors in their final game, dashing playoff hopes for the season. Despite a strong performance from pitcher Caden Scarborough,...
