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Firefighters working to extinguish wildfires in a forest area in the Carolinas.

Firefighting Efforts Continue as Wildfires Rage Across the Carolinas

March 5, 2025

News Summary Wildfires are wreaking havoc in North and South Carolina, with Polk County experiencing a devastating blaze that has scorched nearly 500 acres. As firefighters battle the flames, dry...

Scene of chaos at Spartanburg County Adult Education Center

Juveniles Cause Chaos at Spartanburg County School

March 5, 2025

News Summary In a bizarre incident early Saturday morning in Spartanburg, South Carolina, two juveniles broke into the Spartanburg County Adult Education Center. Using an unsecured roof hatch, they stole...

Volunteer delivering meals to families during the holidays.

Peter Moore Honored as Volunteer of the Year

March 4, 2025

News Summary Peter Moore has been recognized as the Governor’s Legacy Volunteer of the Year during the Together SC Nonprofit Summit. His dedication to Spartanburg Regional Hospice has spanned over...

Police responding to a stolen vehicle alert at a gas station

Spartanburg County Takes Action: Two Arrested in Stolen Vehicle Cases

March 4, 2025

News Summary In Spartanburg County, two individuals were arrested in connection with stolen vehicles. Christopher Rex Howard sold a stolen car with a counterfeit title, while Joseph Gilfillan was apprehended...

Lavish Kiawah Island home associated with corporate fraud

Former CEO Joseph Gallagher Sentenced for Wire Fraud

March 2, 2025

News Summary Joseph Gallagher, the former CEO of AFL Telecommunications, has been sentenced to 41 months in prison for wire fraud. Gallagher misappropriated over $2.5 million from the company to...

Symbolizing corporate ethics and accountability in business finance.

Former Spartanburg Telecom CEO Sentenced for Fraud

March 1, 2025

News Summary Joseph Gallagher, the ex-CEO of AFL Telecommunications, has been sentenced to 41 months in prison for committing wire fraud totaling $2.5 million. Gallagher misappropriated company funds to finance...

An energetic mixed-breed dog, Foxy, looking cheerful in a sunny park.

Foxy the Sweet Pup Seeks a Forever Home in Spartanburg

February 27, 2025

News Summary Foxy, a lovable 6-year-old mixed-breed dog, has spent nearly five years in a Spartanburg shelter. Despite her affectionate nature and energetic spirit, she has not yet found a...

Exterior view of Spartanburg County Detention Center

Tragic Death at Spartanburg County Detention Center Leads to Medical Malpractice Suit

February 27, 2025

News Summary The estate of Ashley Lee Apple has filed a notice of intent to sue the Spartanburg County Sheriff’s office for medical malpractice following her death while in custody....

Firefighters in action battling a brush fire in Boiling Springs, SC

Firefighters in Boiling Springs Contain Brush Fire

February 27, 2025

News Summary Firefighters from the Boiling Springs Fire Department are actively battling a brush fire near Rainbow Corner, South Carolina. The fire has consumed approximately five acres but is reported...

Events/What's Happening

Community members engaging with dogs at an adoption event in Spartanburg.

Spartanburg Hosts Furry Friends Adoption Event

March 2, 2025

News Summary Spartanburg is coming together to celebrate adoption and increase awareness for our furry friends. The Spartanburg Humane Society is featuring dogs like Grace and Foxy, who need loving...

Families participating in diverse cultural and art activities in Upstate South Carolina

Family-Friendly Events in Greenville, Spartanburg, and the Upstate This March

March 1, 2025

News Summary March is filled with exciting family-friendly events in Greenville, Spartanburg, and the Upstate. From immersive art exhibits to cultural celebrations and interactive activities for kids, there’s something for...

Community gathering in Spartanburg SC with movie screenings and live music in March.

March Movie and Music Events in Spartanburg, SC

March 1, 2025

News Summary March brings a vibrant array of events to Spartanburg, SC, including classic movie nights at FR8yard, live music extravaganzas, and St. Patrick’s Day festivities. Join the community for...

Plate of Soul Food including fried chicken, macaroni and cheese, and collard greens

Upstate South Carolina Celebrates Black History Month with Soul Food

February 26, 2025

News Summary As Black History Month wraps up, Upstate South Carolina showcases its rich culinary traditions rooted in soul food. From beloved establishments like Nana’s Kitchen to the Creole-inspired dishes...

Restored Cottonwood Trail in Spartanburg with nature lovers walking

Spartanburg Community Celebrates Restoration of Cottonwood Trail

February 26, 2025

News Summary Spartanburg residents are thrilled about the recent restoration and upgrades to Cottonwood Trail in the Edwin M. Griffin Nature Preserve. The trail, a local gem, now features improved...

Job seekers at the Hub City Spartanburgers job fair.

Hub City Spartanburgers Announce Job Fair

February 22, 2025

News Summary The Hub City Spartanburgers are hosting a job fair on March 1 from 9 a.m. to 1 p.m. at Spartanburg Marriott. Various staff roles available, offering residents a...

Job fair in Spartanburg with booths and attendees

Spartanburg Job Fair Set to Boost Baseball Season

February 21, 2025

News Summary Spartanburg is buzzing with excitement as the Hub City Spartanburgers prepare for a job fair on March 1, 2025. This event, held at the Spartanburg Marriott, offers locals...

Cover of Anchored, a collection of short stories by Katy Goforth

Katy Goforth Launches Collection of Short Stories

February 19, 2025

News Summary Spartanburg author Katy Goforth has released her new book, ‘Anchored,’ a heartfelt collection of short stories inspired by her deep connections to her hometown. The collection blends fiction...

Mon Amie Morning Café promoting spay/neuter awareness with pets for adoption displayed.

Spartanburg Café Promotes Spay/Neuter Awareness in February

February 15, 2025

News Summary Throughout February 2025, Mon Amie Morning Café in Spartanburg is partnering with the Spartanburg Humane Society to promote Spay/Neuter Awareness. This initiative encourages community involvement through donations, matched...

CRIME

Scene of chaos at Spartanburg County Adult Education Center

Juveniles Cause Chaos at Spartanburg County School

March 5, 2025

News Summary In a bizarre incident early Saturday morning in Spartanburg, South Carolina, two juveniles broke into the Spartanburg County Adult Education Center. Using an unsecured roof hatch, they stole...

Memorial for Lancaster County Accident Victims

Tragic Collision Claims Three Lives in Lancaster County

March 4, 2025

News Summary A serious head-on collision in Lancaster County, SC, late Friday night claimed the lives of three individuals. The crash involved two pickup trucks, leading to immediate mourning in...

Firing Squad Execution Setup

Brad Sigmon Chooses Firing Squad for Upcoming Execution

March 4, 2025

News Summary Brad Sigmon, a death row inmate in South Carolina, has opted for execution by firing squad, scheduled for March 7, 2025. This decision marks a historical moment as...

Police responding to a stolen vehicle alert at a gas station

Spartanburg County Takes Action: Two Arrested in Stolen Vehicle Cases

March 4, 2025

News Summary In Spartanburg County, two individuals were arrested in connection with stolen vehicles. Christopher Rex Howard sold a stolen car with a counterfeit title, while Joseph Gilfillan was apprehended...

South Carolina Prison Execution

Controversial Execution Method Selected by South Carolina Inmate

March 3, 2025

News Summary In an unprecedented move, Brad Sigmon, a 67-year-old inmate on death row in South Carolina, has chosen the firing squad as his execution method, rejecting lethal injection and...

Yemassee Monkey Escape Antics

Yemassee Residents Amused by Chaotic Monkey Escape

March 2, 2025

News Summary In an astonishing event on November 7, 43 rhesus macaque monkeys escaped from the Alpha Genesis Research Center in Yemassee, South Carolina, due to human error. Residents watched...

Police Presence at University Campus

Former Student Charged in South Carolina State University Dormitory Shooting

March 2, 2025

News Summary A 21-year-old former student from South Carolina State University, Melvin Williams, has been charged with attempted murder following a shooting in a campus dormitory that left one student...

Firing Squad Execution in Greenville

Greenville’s Unprecedented Firing Squad Execution

March 2, 2025

News Summary Greenville, South Carolina is making headlines with the upcoming execution of Brad Sigmon, who has chosen a firing squad over lethal injection. As the first inmate in the...

Lavish Kiawah Island home associated with corporate fraud

Former CEO Joseph Gallagher Sentenced for Wire Fraud

March 2, 2025

News Summary Joseph Gallagher, the former CEO of AFL Telecommunications, has been sentenced to 41 months in prison for wire fraud. Gallagher misappropriated over $2.5 million from the company to...

POLITICS

South Carolina Political Landscape

Thomas Ravenel Withdraws from South Carolina Gubernatorial Race

March 5, 2025

News Summary Thomas Ravenel, former South Carolina treasurer and reality TV star, has decided not to pursue his governorship ambitions for 2026, citing his responsibilities as a single father. His...

Firefighters working to extinguish wildfires in a forest area in the Carolinas.

Firefighting Efforts Continue as Wildfires Rage Across the Carolinas

March 5, 2025

News Summary Wildfires are wreaking havoc in North and South Carolina, with Polk County experiencing a devastating blaze that has scorched nearly 500 acres. As firefighters battle the flames, dry...

Family Values and Political Aspirations

Thomas Ravenel Withdraws from 2026 Gubernatorial Race

March 4, 2025

News Summary Thomas Ravenel, former South Carolina state treasurer, has withdrawn from the 2026 governor race just one day after announcing his candidacy. Citing his responsibilities as a single father...

Firing Squad Execution Setup

Brad Sigmon Chooses Firing Squad for Upcoming Execution

March 4, 2025

News Summary Brad Sigmon, a death row inmate in South Carolina, has opted for execution by firing squad, scheduled for March 7, 2025. This decision marks a historical moment as...

Rhesus Macaques in Nature

South Carolina Recaptures All 43 Rhesus Macaques

March 3, 2025

News Summary In an unusual incident, 43 young female rhesus macaque monkeys escaped from a research facility in Beaufort County, South Carolina. The monkeys were on the loose for nearly...

South Carolina Prison Execution

Controversial Execution Method Selected by South Carolina Inmate

March 3, 2025

News Summary In an unprecedented move, Brad Sigmon, a 67-year-old inmate on death row in South Carolina, has chosen the firing squad as his execution method, rejecting lethal injection and...

South Carolina Firing Squad Execution Chamber

South Carolina Prepares for Historic Firing Squad Execution

March 1, 2025

News Summary On March 7, 67-year-old inmate Brad Sigmon will become the first person in South Carolina’s history to be executed by firing squad. This controversial decision has prompted debates...

Firing Squad Execution Setup

Brad Sigmon Chooses Firing Squad Execution in South Carolina

February 28, 2025

News Summary Brad Sigmon, a condemned inmate in South Carolina, has opted for execution by firing squad, marking the first such execution in 15 years in the U.S. Set for...

Empty Classroom at Green Charter School

Shocking Arrests at Green Charter School of the Midlands

February 28, 2025

News Summary The community in Irmo, South Carolina, is reeling from the arrests of Green Charter School principal Tina Shaw and after-school director Sulaymaan Benoit, accused of sexual abuse and...

SPORTS

Gamecocks NCAA Tournament Excitement

Columbia Celebrates Gamecocks’ NCAA Tournament Seeding

March 1, 2025

News Summary The South Carolina Gamecocks women’s basketball team has secured a number two seed in the NCAA Tournament following a season marked by tough competition. Despite setbacks against top...

Community gathering in Spartanburg SC with movie screenings and live music in March.

March Movie and Music Events in Spartanburg, SC

March 1, 2025

News Summary March brings a vibrant array of events to Spartanburg, SC, including classic movie nights at FR8yard, live music extravaganzas, and St. Patrick’s Day festivities. Join the community for...

Restored Cottonwood Trail in Spartanburg with nature lovers walking

Spartanburg Community Celebrates Restoration of Cottonwood Trail

February 26, 2025

News Summary Spartanburg residents are thrilled about the recent restoration and upgrades to Cottonwood Trail in the Edwin M. Griffin Nature Preserve. The trail, a local gem, now features improved...

Celebration of Women's Basketball

Columbia Celebrates Dawn Staley’s Record-Breaking Contract Extension

February 22, 2025

News Summary Dawn Staley, head coach of the University of South Carolina women’s basketball team, has signed a historic contract extension lasting through the 2029-30 season. This deal, which makes...

Job seekers at the Hub City Spartanburgers job fair.

Hub City Spartanburgers Announce Job Fair

February 22, 2025

News Summary The Hub City Spartanburgers are hosting a job fair on March 1 from 9 a.m. to 1 p.m. at Spartanburg Marriott. Various staff roles available, offering residents a...

Action shot of a Wofford women's basketball game

Wofford Women’s Basketball Faces Loss but Paulk Shines

February 21, 2025

News Summary In a thrilling encounter, the Wofford women’s basketball team lost to Samford with a score of 62-54. Despite the defeat, Evangelia Paulk impressed with a record-setting triple-double, scoring...

Job fair in Spartanburg with booths and attendees

Spartanburg Job Fair Set to Boost Baseball Season

February 21, 2025

News Summary Spartanburg is buzzing with excitement as the Hub City Spartanburgers prepare for a job fair on March 1, 2025. This event, held at the Spartanburg Marriott, offers locals...

South Carolina Football at NFL Scouting Combine

South Carolina Football Sets Record at NFL Scouting Combine

February 20, 2025

News Summary South Carolina football has achieved a remarkable feat by receiving 11 invitations to the 2025 NFL Scouting Combine, marking a significant moment for the program. Scheduled from February...

UConn Basketball Team Celebrates Victory

UConn Delivers Shocking Defeat to South Carolina

February 18, 2025

News Summary In an unexpected upset, UConn’s women’s basketball team defeated South Carolina 87-58, bringing an end to the Gamecocks’ impressive 71-game home win streak. The game showcased UConn’s powerful...

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