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Police presence in Spartanburg County after a shooting incident.

Spartanburg County Experiences Shooting Incident

July 17, 2025

News Summary A shooting incident occurred on Williams Street in Spartanburg County, South Carolina, resulting in a gunshot wound to the victim’s thigh. Law enforcement is investigating, asserting it was...

Police investigation at night in Spartanburg County

Spartanburg County Investigation into Shooting Incident

July 16, 2025

News Summary An active investigation is underway in Spartanburg County following a shooting that occurred on Tuesday evening. The Sheriff’s Office responded to reports of gunfire on Williams Street, and...

Volunteers and law enforcement searching for a missing elderly individual across state lines.

Elderly Man with Dementia Found Safe After Extensive Search

July 15, 2025

News Summary An 80-year-old man suffering from dementia, Gerald Glenn Sparks, was found safe after being missing for days. His disappearance prompted a multi-state search led by law enforcement, aided...

Close-up of a spotted lanternfly on a tree trunk

Spotted Lanternfly Detected in South Carolina for First Time

July 14, 2025

News Summary The spotted lanternfly, an invasive pest from Asia, has been detected in South Carolina, posing a risk to agriculture and forestry sectors. Findings were reported in Greenville and...

Flooded streets in Spartanburg due to heavy rainfall

Flood Advisory Issued for Spartanburg County

July 13, 2025

News Summary The National Weather Service has issued a flood advisory for Spartanburg County due to excessive rainfall expected to cause flooding. Residents are advised to stay alert and avoid...

Dramatic storm clouds over Spartanburg, SC

Severe Thunderstorm Warnings Issued for Spartanburg County

July 12, 2025

News Summary Spartanburg County, SC, is currently under severe thunderstorm warnings as issued by the National Weather Service. Strong thunderstorms are expected with wind gusts up to 60 mph and...

Dramatic thunderstorm clouds over Spartanburg

Severe Thunderstorm Warning Issued for Spartanburg Area

July 11, 2025

News Summary A severe thunderstorm warning has been issued for Spartanburg and Cherokee counties, effective until 5:30 p.m. Residents are advised to take precautions as the storm may bring quarter-sized...

Dramatic dark clouds and lightning over Spartanburg SC

Severe Thunderstorm Warning Issued for Spartanburg, SC

July 11, 2025

News Summary A severe thunderstorm warning has been issued for Cherokee and Spartanburg counties in South Carolina. Residents should seek immediate shelter as dangerous conditions, including winds up to 60...

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Investigation Launched into Former Spartanburg Sheriff

July 10, 2025

News Summary Former Spartanburg County Sheriff Charles ‘Chuck’ Wright and former chaplain Amos Durham are under investigation for corruption and misconduct allegations. The South Carolina Law Enforcement Division is leading...

Events/What's Happening

Crowd enjoying a live Mumford & Sons concert at CCNB Amphitheatre

Mumford & Sons to Perform in Simpsonville

July 16, 2025

News Summary Mumford & Sons will perform at CCNB Amphitheatre in Simpsonville, accompanied by Darius Rucker. This concert comes after a venue change from Spartanburg and marks the band’s return...

Crowd enjoying a live performance at CCNB Amphitheatre

Mumford & Sons Concert Venue Changes to Simpsonville

July 15, 2025

News Summary Mumford & Sons has announced a venue change for their upcoming concert, now set to take place at the CCNB Amphitheatre in Simpsonville, SC. The concert, part of...

Candidates presenting at the Spartanburg County Sheriff election forum

Nine Candidates Emerge in Spartanburg County Sheriff Race

July 12, 2025

News Summary With the resignation of Chuck Wright, nine candidates are competing to become the next Spartanburg County Sheriff in the upcoming special election. This follows allegations against Wright, including...

People gathered at a barber event for free grooming services.

Local Family Honors Son with Barber Scholarship Foundation

July 12, 2025

News Summary In a heartfelt tribute, a Spartanburg family has established the Kenny Mitchell Magic Touch Cutz Barber Foundation to honor their late son, Kenny Mitchell. The foundation aims to...

Community members attending the Spartanburg sheriff candidate forum at Twichell Auditorium

Spartanburg Republican Party Offers Free Sheriff Candidate Forum

July 9, 2025

News Summary The Spartanburg County Republican Party has made attendance to its upcoming sheriff candidate forum free to the public, following backlash over initial ticket fees. Originally priced at $12.50,...

Audience at Spartanburg County Sheriff debate

Spartanburg County GOP Shifts Sheriff Debate to Free Event

July 8, 2025

News Summary The Spartanburg County GOP has announced that its upcoming Sheriff candidate debate will now be free for all attendees, reversing a previous decision to charge for tickets. This...

Crowd enjoying a summer music festival in Spartanburg, SC

Spartanburg Gears Up for a Vibrant July Filled with Music and Celebrations

July 2, 2025

News Summary As July approaches, Spartanburg, SC is brimming with exciting events, including Fourth of July celebrations, live music performances, and family-friendly activities. The month will showcase a mix of...

Candidates for the Spartanburg County Sheriff position engaging in discussion.

Nine Candidates Enter Race for Spartanburg County Sheriff

July 1, 2025

News Summary Following former Sheriff Chuck Wright’s resignation due to health issues, nine Republican candidates have declared their intention to run for the vacant sheriff position in Spartanburg County. The...

Families enjoying summer activities in Greenville and Spartanburg

Summer Activities for Families in Greenville and Spartanburg

June 28, 2025

News Summary Families in Greenville, Spartanburg, and the Upstate region are offered a plethora of summer activities, including reading programs at local libraries, interactive exhibits at The Children’s Museum, and...

CRIME

Traffic accident scene in South Carolina

Tragic Surge in Fatal Traffic Accidents in South Carolina

July 18, 2025

News Summary South Carolina has experienced a devastating increase in fatal traffic incidents, leading to multiple deaths and injuries across its highways. Key events include a fiery crash on I-95...

Playground Safety Awareness

Man Charged with Attempted Murder in Playground Incident

July 17, 2025

News Summary A man has been arrested for attempted murder following a hit-and-run at a playground in Sullivan’s Island that injured two children and a teacher. The incident occurred during...

Chaos at Juneteenth Celebration

Tragic Shooting at Juneteenth Celebration in South Carolina

July 17, 2025

News Summary A shooting during a Juneteenth celebration in Anderson County, South Carolina, resulted in one fatality and nine injuries. The chaos unfolded after a fight broke out, leading to...

Police presence in Spartanburg County after a shooting incident.

Spartanburg County Experiences Shooting Incident

July 17, 2025

News Summary A shooting incident occurred on Williams Street in Spartanburg County, South Carolina, resulting in a gunshot wound to the victim’s thigh. Law enforcement is investigating, asserting it was...

Laurens County Shooting Investigation

17-Year-Old Charged with Murder in Laurens County Shooting

July 16, 2025

News Summary A 17-year-old named Kevonte Cunningham has been charged with murder following a shooting incident near Millers Fork Trail in Laurens County. The incident resulted in the death of...

Playground Safety Concerns

Hit-and-Run Incident Injures Multiple Individuals on Playground

July 15, 2025

News Summary A Sullivan’s Island man was arrested after a hit-and-run incident that left a parent and two children injured at a local playground. Justin Collin Adams faces serious charges,...

Justice served in South Carolina

Stephen Stanko Executed in South Carolina for Double Murder

July 15, 2025

News Summary Stephen Stanko, 57, was executed by lethal injection in South Carolina, marking the state’s sixth execution since resuming capital punishment. Stanko was convicted for the brutal murders of...

Lancaster County Shooting Investigation

Six Charged in Shooting Death of Woman in Lancaster County

July 14, 2025

News Summary Authorities in South Carolina have charged six individuals, including three juveniles, in connection with the murder of Larisha Sharell Thompson. The 40-year-old woman was found dead in her...

South Carolina Firing Squad Execution

South Carolina Conducts First Firing Squad Execution

July 13, 2025

News Summary Brad Sigmon was executed by firing squad in South Carolina, marking the first use of this method since it was legalized in 2021. Sigmon’s execution has sparked controversy...

POLITICS

Chaos at Juneteenth Celebration

Tragic Shooting at Juneteenth Celebration in South Carolina

July 17, 2025

News Summary A shooting during a Juneteenth celebration in Anderson County, South Carolina, resulted in one fatality and nine injuries. The chaos unfolded after a fight broke out, leading to...

Laurens County Shooting Investigation

17-Year-Old Charged with Murder in Laurens County Shooting

July 16, 2025

News Summary A 17-year-old named Kevonte Cunningham has been charged with murder following a shooting incident near Millers Fork Trail in Laurens County. The incident resulted in the death of...

Alan Wilson Campaign Rally

Alan Wilson Announces Gubernatorial Campaign in South Carolina

July 16, 2025

News Summary Alan Wilson, the four-term Republican attorney general of South Carolina, is set to officially enter the race for the state’s open gubernatorial seat. He will launch his campaign...

South Carolina Protests

South Carolina Prepares for Protests Amid Nationwide Tensions

July 12, 2025

News Summary Officials in South Carolina are readying for protests scheduled to coincide with Flag Day and President Trump’s birthday. Attorney General Alan Wilson warns against violence or attacks on...

Wildfires in South Carolina

South Carolina Declares State of Emergency Amid Wildfires

July 12, 2025

News Summary South Carolina has declared a state of emergency due to wildfires that have destroyed thousands of acres, particularly in Horry County. Over 175 fires have been reported, with...

Memorial for USC Student

Tragic Hit-and-Run Claims Life of USC Student

July 10, 2025

News Summary Nathanial ‘Nate’ G. Baker, a junior at the University of South Carolina, was killed in a hit-and-run incident involving 24-year-old Rosali I. Fernandez-Cruz, who allegedly fled the scene....

Aftermath of Columbia Shooting Incident

Tragic Shooting Incident in Columbia Claims Young Life

July 10, 2025

News Summary In a devastating incident in Columbia, Logan Federico, a college student, was shot and killed during a violent crime spree led by Alexander Dickey. The shooting occurred while...

Illustration representing justice and law enforcement in Spartanburg

Investigation Launched into Former Spartanburg Sheriff

July 10, 2025

News Summary Former Spartanburg County Sheriff Charles ‘Chuck’ Wright and former chaplain Amos Durham are under investigation for corruption and misconduct allegations. The South Carolina Law Enforcement Division is leading...

Image depicting a police badge and a credit card, symbolizing an investigation.

Investigation Launched Against Former Spartanburg County Sheriff

July 10, 2025

News Summary Former Spartanburg County Sheriff Chuck Wright is under investigation for alleged misconduct and financial mismanagement, including misuse of a county credit card. With confirmed FBI and state inquiries...

SPORTS

Crowd enjoying a live Mumford & Sons concert at CCNB Amphitheatre

Mumford & Sons to Perform in Simpsonville

July 16, 2025

News Summary Mumford & Sons will perform at CCNB Amphitheatre in Simpsonville, accompanied by Darius Rucker. This concert comes after a venue change from Spartanburg and marks the band’s return...

Football Field with Sunset

Landon Duckworth to Announce College Decision Soon

July 7, 2025

News Summary Landon Duckworth, a four-star quarterback from Alabama, is set to announce his college commitment on July 18. After narrowing his choices to South Carolina and Auburn, Duckworth’s decision...

Umpire at Softball Game

Local Umpire Dies from Heat Stroke at Softball Tournament

July 5, 2025

News Summary Mitchell Huggins, a dedicated umpire, collapsed and died from heat stroke while officiating a softball game in South Carolina. Concerns about extreme heat were voiced before the incident....

Landon Duckworth College Commitment

Landon Duckworth Set to Announce College Commitment

July 5, 2025

News Summary Four-star quarterback Landon Duckworth is poised to announce his college commitment, with South Carolina and Auburn as the leading contenders. After an impressive junior season, Duckworth has caught...

College Football Recruitment

Landon Duckworth Set to Announce College Decision

July 4, 2025

News Summary Four-star quarterback Landon Duckworth from Jackson, Alabama, is poised to announce his college choice soon, narrowing it down to South Carolina and Auburn. Duckworth previously committed to South...

Community Remembers Umpire

Community Mourns Loss of Beloved Umpire Due to Heat Stroke

July 2, 2025

News Summary The South Carolina community is grieving the untimely death of Mitchell Huggins, a 61-year-old umpire who died from heat stroke while officiating a softball tournament. Huggins collapsed during...

Players celebrating a ninth-inning comeback win in baseball

Spartanburgers Stage Dramatic Ninth-Inning Comeback

June 30, 2025

News Summary The Hub City Spartanburgers achieved a stunning ninth-inning resurgence to triumph over the Aberdeen IronBirds 5-4, leveling their six-game series. This victory improved Spartanburg’s record to 4-5 in...

Youth Softball Game Under Extreme Heat

Tragic Heat Stroke Incident Claims Umpire’s Life

June 28, 2025

News Summary A tragic incident at a youth softball tournament in Sumter County resulted in the death of 61-year-old umpire Mitchell Huggins, who succumbed to heat stroke. Huggins collapsed on...

Baseball action between Spartanburgers and IronBirds

Spartanburgers Secure Narrow Victory Against IronBirds

June 25, 2025

News Summary The Hub City Spartanburgers triumphed over the Aberdeen IronBirds with a thrilling 4-3 win in their season opener. Highlights included a strong performance by pitcher Leandro Lopez, and...

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