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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.

Apr 22, 2026

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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.

Apr 22, 2026

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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\u2026

Apr 22, 2026

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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\u2026

Apr 22, 2026

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‘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\u2026

Apr 22, 2026

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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\u2026

Apr 20, 2026

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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\u2026

Apr 19, 2026

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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,\u2026

Apr 18, 2026

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Upstate SC Measles Outbreak Could Be Over as Early as Monday

Upstate Deputy Alive and Recovering After I-85 Shooting

Fewer Americans Approve of Trump’s Economy — Spartanburg Watches Closely

Spartanburg Data Center Wants 400 Megawatts. County Leaders Have Questions.

‘Tariffs Are Hurting’: What That Means for Upstate SC’s Manufacturing Belt

HEAR HERE: Palmetto Corp planning new asphalt plant at Luck Stone’s Enoree site — 50 jobs projected

HEAR HERE: GSP runway repaving closures in 2026 — downstream impact for Spartanburg logistics

HEAR HERE: Spartanburg development pipeline — projects to watch for site-work signals