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Local Man Arrested for Murder in Spartanburg Shooting

May 3, 2025

News Summary A 39-year-old man has been arrested in connection with the fatal shooting of 45-year-old Norman Higgins in Spartanburg. Travis Lee Watkins faces charges of murder and gun possession...

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Severe Thunderstorm Alerts for Greenville and Spartanburg Counties

May 2, 2025

News Summary The National Weather Service has issued severe thunderstorm alerts for Greenville and Spartanburg counties, warning residents of damaging winds and hail. Initial alerts reported pea-sized hail and winds...

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Spartanburg Nonprofits Face Challenges After AmeriCorps Cuts

April 30, 2025

News Summary Local nonprofits in Spartanburg, South Carolina, are struggling in the wake of substantial AmeriCorps program cuts that resulted in the termination of around 600 members statewide. The abrupt...

Players from the Greenville Drive celebrating a win during a baseball game

Greenville Drive Defeats Hub City Spartanburgers 6-1

April 28, 2025

News Summary The Greenville Drive showcased their dominance with a 6-1 victory over the Hub City Spartanburgers at Fifth Third Park. Miguel Bleis highlighted the game with two home runs,...

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Severe Thunderstorms Expected in Upstate South Carolina

April 27, 2025

News Summary Residents in Upstate South Carolina should prepare for severe thunderstorms rolling through the region, including Greenville and Spartanburg counties. The National Weather Service has issued a severe thunderstorm...

Spartanburgers and Greenville Drive baseball game in action

Hub City Spartanburgers Defeat Greenville Drive

April 26, 2025

News Summary In a thrilling game at Fifth Third Park, the Hub City Spartanburgers triumphed over the Greenville Drive with a score of 6-2. The Spartanburgers displayed an explosive start,...

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Spartanburg Teen Saves Father’s Life with Quick Thinking

April 26, 2025

News Summary In a remarkable act of bravery, 14-year-old Amir Harris from Spartanburg saved his father, Keith Sortor, during a severe allergic reaction. While his mother called 911, Amir, with...

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Tragedy Strikes Spartanburg as Three Young Lives Are Lost

April 25, 2025

News Summary Spartanburg County mourns the tragic loss of three Dorman High School students due to a car accident on April 22, 2025. The lives of Daniel, Aben, and Itzel...

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Community in Spartanburg Mourns Tragic Loss of Young Students

April 25, 2025

News Summary The Spartanburg community is grieving after a tragic accident claimed the lives of three Dorman High School students, highlighting the urgent need for road safety awareness. In less...

Events/What's Happening

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Greenville Celebrates Cinco de Mayo with Local Events

May 3, 2025

News Summary Greenville, South Carolina, is set to celebrate Cinco de Mayo with a week-long festival featuring local businesses and cultural activities. From live music and food specials at Cantina...

Cyclists racing at The Criterium in Spartanburg with fans cheering

Spartanburg Celebrates 20th Anniversary of The Criterium

May 3, 2025

News Summary Spartanburg is marking the 20th anniversary of The Criterium cycling event, attracting around 600 cyclists and vibrant fans. Though the Spring Fling festival is canceled again, the cycling...

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Family-Friendly Events in Greenville and Spartanburg This May

May 3, 2025

News Summary Greenville and Spartanburg offer a variety of family-friendly events throughout May 2025, including educational exhibitions, seasonal festivals, guided hikes, and community engagements that promote local culture and wellness....

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Cinco de Mayo Celebrations Planned Across Upstate South Carolina

May 2, 2025

News Summary Upstate South Carolina is gearing up for vibrant Cinco de Mayo festivities from May 1 to May 5. Events in Greenville, Spartanburg, and Anderson will showcase Mexican heritage...

Construction on SC Highway 290 bridge over I-85

SC Highway 290 Bridge Closure for Diverging Diamond Interchange

May 2, 2025

News Summary The SC Highway 290 bridge over I-85 in Duncan will be closed for several days due to construction of a diverging diamond interchange. Originally set for May 2,...

Professional cyclists racing at the Spartanburg Regional Criterium

Spartanburg Regional Criterium Road Closures Announced

May 2, 2025

News Summary The Spartanburg Regional Criterium, featuring professional cyclists, will take place on May 2, 2023. Road closures will begin on April 30 at 11 p.m. The event includes food,...

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Spartanburg to Build Its First Joint Administrative Complex

May 2, 2025

News Summary In October 2023, Spartanburg, SC, will commence construction of its first joint city-county administrative complex. Covering 200,000 square feet and designed for efficiency, the complex aims to enhance...

Cyclists racing at the Spartanburg Regional Criterium event surrounded by enthusiastic spectators.

Spartanburg Regional Criterium Shakes Up Downtown Events

May 1, 2025

News Summary Starting April 30 through May 3, multiple road closures will take place in downtown Spartanburg to prepare for the Spartanburg Regional Criterium. This popular cycling event, set for...

Lima One Capital construction site at County Square

Lima One Capital Exits County Square Redevelopment Project

April 30, 2025

News Summary Lima One Capital has terminated its lease for the redevelopment project at Greenville County Square due to slower than expected development. Originally planning to establish a new headquarters...

CRIME

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Tragic Hit-and-Run Claims Life of USC Student

May 3, 2025

News Summary Nathanial ‘Nate’ G. Baker, a 21-year-old junior at the University of South Carolina, lost his life in a hit-and-run accident involving an illegal immigrant driver. The incident sparked...

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Local Man Arrested for Murder in Spartanburg Shooting

May 3, 2025

News Summary A 39-year-old man has been arrested in connection with the fatal shooting of 45-year-old Norman Higgins in Spartanburg. Travis Lee Watkins faces charges of murder and gun possession...

Memorial for USC Student

Tragic Hit-and-Run Claims Life of USC Student

May 2, 2025

News Summary A junior student at the University of South Carolina, Nathanial ‘Nate’ G. Baker, lost his life in a hit-and-run incident involving an illegal immigrant driver. The driver, Rosali...

Columbia Place Mall Incident Response

Shooting Incident at Columbia Place Mall Injures One

May 1, 2025

News Summary A shooting at Columbia Place Mall in Columbia, South Carolina, injured one person on Wednesday afternoon. Authorities responded quickly, confirming no ongoing threat. The incident has raised concerns...

Execution Scene Depiction

Tragic End in South Carolina: Mikal Mahdi Executed by Firing Squad

April 30, 2025

News Summary Mikal Mahdi was executed by firing squad in South Carolina on April 11, 2025, marking the state’s second use of this method in weeks. His execution sparked renewed...

Chaos After Myrtle Beach Shooting

Tragic Mass Shooting in Myrtle Beach Leaves One Dead, Eleven Injured

April 30, 2025

News Summary A mass shooting in Myrtle Beach, South Carolina, on Saturday night resulted in the death of an 18-year-old and injuries to eleven others. The chaos erupted around midnight...

Remembrance for Nathanial Baker

Columbia Community Grieves Loss of Student in Hit-and-Run

April 29, 2025

News Summary The University of South Carolina is mourning the tragic death of junior Nathanial Baker, who was killed in a hit-and-run incident. The crash involved a driver who allegedly...

Gaffney Drug Trafficking Investigation

Gaffney Woman Faces Serious Consequences in Drug Case

April 29, 2025

News Summary Ashley Nicole Cromer, 39, pleaded guilty to charges of drug trafficking, including the distribution of methamphetamine and fentanyl. Her guilty plea reveals a larger conspiracy involving multiple individuals...

Lancaster Walmart Incident Response

Chaos Erupts at Lancaster Walmart: Multiple Arrests After Shootout

April 28, 2025

News Summary A shootout occurred at a Walmart in Lancaster, South Carolina, on April 1, 2025, resulting in injuries and multiple arrests amid rising gang tensions. Local law enforcement’s swift...

POLITICS

Local nonprofit workers in Spartanburg engaging with the community

Spartanburg Nonprofits Face Challenges After AmeriCorps Cuts

April 30, 2025

News Summary Local nonprofits in Spartanburg, South Carolina, are struggling in the wake of substantial AmeriCorps program cuts that resulted in the termination of around 600 members statewide. The abrupt...

Gaffney Drug Bust Action

Gaffney’s Drug Scene Shaken By Major Guilty Plea

April 27, 2025

News Summary Ashley Nicole Cromer, a 39-year-old from Gaffney, SC, pleads guilty to a serious drug conspiracy involving the distribution of methamphetamine and fentanyl. She faces life in prison as...

South Carolina Firing Squad Execution

South Carolina Executes Mikal Mahdi by Firing Squad

April 23, 2025

News Summary In a somber event, South Carolina executed Mikal Mahdi by firing squad on Friday evening. This marks the second use of this controversial execution method in just five...

Senate Hearing on Health Nomination

Columbia Senate Committee Votes Against Dr. Simmer’s Nomination

April 21, 2025

News Summary In a surprising decision, the Senate Medical Affairs Committee in Columbia, South Carolina, voted against the nomination of Dr. Edward Simmer as the first director of the South...

Political Turbulence in South Carolina

Dr. Edward Simmer’s Nomination Faces Opposition in South Carolina

April 17, 2025

News Summary Dr. Edward Simmer’s nomination to lead the South Carolina Department of Public Health has encountered significant resistance, with the Senate Medical Affairs Committee voting against him. This marks...

Execution Reflection

Columbia, South Carolina: A Somber Execution by Firing Squad

April 14, 2025

News Summary On April 11, 2025, South Carolina executed Mikal Mahdi using a firing squad, reigniting debates over the death penalty’s morality. This marked the state’s second firing squad execution...

Capital Punishment Controversy

South Carolina Executes Mikal Mahdi: The Debate Over Capital Punishment

April 12, 2025

News Summary On April 11, 2025, South Carolina executed Mikal Mahdi by firing squad, the fifth execution in eight months. Mahdi was convicted for the murder of James Myers, reigniting...

Controversial Execution Setting

South Carolina Set to Carry Out Controversial Execution

April 11, 2025

News Summary South Carolina is preparing to execute Mikal Mahdi by firing squad, reigniting debates on the death penalty and its methods. Mahdi, convicted in 2004 for the murder of...

Protests Against the Death Penalty

South Carolina Executes Brad Sigmon by Firing Squad

April 4, 2025

News Summary In a historic moment, South Carolina executed Brad Sigmon, a 67-year-old inmate, using a firing squad. This marks the state’s first use of this execution method and the...

SPORTS

Cyclists racing at The Criterium in Spartanburg with fans cheering

Spartanburg Celebrates 20th Anniversary of The Criterium

May 3, 2025

News Summary Spartanburg is marking the 20th anniversary of The Criterium cycling event, attracting around 600 cyclists and vibrant fans. Though the Spring Fling festival is canceled again, the cycling...

Crowd celebrating Cinco de Mayo with food and music.

Cinco de Mayo Celebrations Planned Across Upstate South Carolina

May 2, 2025

News Summary Upstate South Carolina is gearing up for vibrant Cinco de Mayo festivities from May 1 to May 5. Events in Greenville, Spartanburg, and Anderson will showcase Mexican heritage...

Professional cyclists racing at the Spartanburg Regional Criterium

Spartanburg Regional Criterium Road Closures Announced

May 2, 2025

News Summary The Spartanburg Regional Criterium, featuring professional cyclists, will take place on May 2, 2023. Road closures will begin on April 30 at 11 p.m. The event includes food,...

Cyclists racing at the Spartanburg Regional Criterium event surrounded by enthusiastic spectators.

Spartanburg Regional Criterium Shakes Up Downtown Events

May 1, 2025

News Summary Starting April 30 through May 3, multiple road closures will take place in downtown Spartanburg to prepare for the Spartanburg Regional Criterium. This popular cycling event, set for...

Dawn Staley Statue Unveiling Celebration

Columbia Honors Dawn Staley with Historic Contract and Statue

April 30, 2025

News Summary Columbia, SC, is buzzing as they celebrate Dawn Staley, head coach of the South Carolina women’s basketball team, with a record-setting contract and an upcoming statue unveiling. The...

Players from the Greenville Drive celebrating a win during a baseball game

Greenville Drive Defeats Hub City Spartanburgers 6-1

April 28, 2025

News Summary The Greenville Drive showcased their dominance with a 6-1 victory over the Hub City Spartanburgers at Fifth Third Park. Miguel Bleis highlighted the game with two home runs,...

Families enjoying swim lessons at a community pool in Spartanburg.

Spartanburg Offers Free Swim Lessons for Water Safety Month

April 27, 2025

News Summary Spartanburg is celebrating Water Safety Month by providing free swim lessons for beginners and non-swimmers from May 12 to May 15, 2025. Hosted at the Dr. TK Gregg...

Spartanburgers and Greenville Drive baseball game in action

Hub City Spartanburgers Defeat Greenville Drive

April 26, 2025

News Summary In a thrilling game at Fifth Third Park, the Hub City Spartanburgers triumphed over the Greenville Drive with a score of 6-2. The Spartanburgers displayed an explosive start,...

Baseball game between the Spartanburgers and Greenville Drive at Fifth Third Park.

Hub City Spartanburgers Face Tough Loss to Greenville Drive

April 25, 2025

News Summary The Hub City Spartanburgers had a challenging game against the Greenville Drive on April 24, 2025, at Fifth Third Park, ending with a score of 6-3. Despite a...

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