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Ruby Bridges, a civil rights icon known for integrating an all-White elementary school in 1960, will speak at Spartanburg's 38th annual Martin Luther King Unity Week Celebration on January 19.

Josh Land, returning from his fourth deployment in Kuwait, surprised five of his six children at their schools in Spartanburg County, sharing emotional reunions.

Spartanburg is planning to convert a vacant space in the Magnolia Street Parking Garage into a restaurant to enhance downtown dining options.

Spartanburg's Design Review Board grants preliminary approval to Project Core, a $420 million venture introducing a hotel, offices, and apartments aimed at revitalizing downtown.

Blue Ridge Electric Cooperative introduces a power cost adjustment and a $100 smart thermostat rebate to lower energy bills for its members.

The South Carolina Department of Transportation has collected over three million cubic yards of debris from Hurricane Helene and is making a final pass in heavily impacted counties; residents are urged to move remaining debris roadside by Jan.

20 for collection.

Spartanburg City Council unanimously approved allocating $1 million in ARPA funds for parks and community center improvements to enhance community connectivity and accessibility.

TikTok faces a potential U.S. ban due to privacy concerns, with President Biden signing an act requiring its separation from ByteDance, and only a sale or Supreme Court intervention could prevent the ban affecting millions, including Upstate content creators.

Fox N' Vead Concert

Fox N' Vead will perform live at The 720 Room in Spartanburg, featuring a night of engaging music.

Dean Z: The Ultimate Elvis Tribute Show

Dean Z, crowned the Ultimate Elvis Tribute Artist in 2013, performs a tribute to Elvis Presley, featuring his signature renditions of classic songs and a lively show atmosphere.

You, Me, & Mimosas: The Upstate Homecoming Day Party

A four-hour day party featuring mimosas, taking place at Gravy's Grill in Spartanburg, South Carolina.