Upstate SC Measles Outbreak Could Be Over as Early as Monday
The measles outbreak in Upstate South Carolina may be approaching its official end, with health officials saying next Monday would mark 42 days since the last outbreak-related case.
Upstate Deputy Alive and Recovering After I-85 Shooting
An Anderson County sheriff’s deputy is alive and recovering after being shot during a traffic stop on I-85, according to Anderson County Sheriff Chad McBride.
Fewer Americans Approve of Trump’s Economy — Spartanburg Watches Closely
A new AP-NORC poll shows only 30 percent of Americans approve of President Trump’s handling of the economy — down from 38 percent in March — with 73 percent describing the national economy as poor.
Spartanburg Data Center Wants 400 Megawatts. County Leaders Have Questions.
A data center developer that previously received Spartanburg County tax incentives is seeking to expand dramatically, proposing 400 megawatts of on-site power generation — prompting pointed questions from county leaders.
‘Tariffs Are Hurting’: What That Means for Upstate SC’s Manufacturing Belt
A major automotive CEO’s blunt assessment — ‘tariffs are hurting’ — landed with particular weight in Upstate South Carolina, where manufacturing built around BMW, Michelin, and suppliers is navigating steep cost pressures.
HEAR HERE: Palmetto Corp planning new asphalt plant at Luck Stone’s Enoree site — 50 jobs projected
HEAR HERE — Not News Yet. But What’s Being Said. Palmetto Corp. and Luck Stone have announced a partnership to co-locate a new asphalt plant at Luck Stone’s Enoree site in Spartanburg County. The companies say the project involves a 5 million investment and is expected to create 50 jobs, with operations targeted to begin […]
HEAR HERE: GSP runway repaving closures in 2026 — downstream impact for Spartanburg logistics
HEAR HERE — Not News Yet. But What’s Being Said. Greenville-Spartanburg International Airport has outlined a runway repaving project that will include overnight closures starting July 27, 2026 and two full-weekend closures in September 2026. For Spartanburg shippers and time-sensitive manufacturers, even “off-peak” airport work can ripple into planning, staffing and freight routing. We’re tracking […]
HEAR HERE: Spartanburg development pipeline — projects to watch for site-work signals
Pipeline watch: Several City of Spartanburg projects remain in the development pipeline with real dollar figures attached — including Beaumont Mill redevelopment, 111 Main Street, Hangar D rehabilitation, and a Carolina Foothills FCU HQ project. What we’re watching now: which of these move from “authorized/approved” into visible site work and vendor procurement. Those early signals […]