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Spartanburg
Wednesday, January 28th, 2026
Good morning, Spartanburg. Here's your local news at a glance for Wednesday, the 28th of January.
COMMUNITY NEWS
- ➤ Spartanburg's long-running Pride festival is being discontinued after years of declining support, with resources shifting to Greenville's Colors of PRIDE Festival (formerly Upstate Black Pride SC) that now draws over 20,000 attendees. A smaller community event will be planned in Spartanburg each fall. Go Upstate
CULTURE NEWS
- ➤ An Ode to Mary Jo, an independent film starring Ed Helms, Rhiannon Giddens and Jason Isbell, was filmed across Spartanburg last fall (featuring local spots like Glendale Shoals). The film is in post-production and will premiere at Sundance Film Festival in January 2027. The Post and Courier
GOVERNMENT NEWS
- ➤ Spartanburg Police said crews are working to mitigate a mercaptan release from Simpsonville that caused a strong rotten egg smell on Tuesday, which has migrated into the county (it poses no threat and 911 calls are not needed). WYFF
HEALTH NEWS
- ➤ On Jan. 27, Spartanburg County’s measles outbreak added 89 new cases, raising the total to 789, with 557 people in quarantine and 18 hospitalizations as exposures occurred at Dorman High School, New Prospect Elementary, and Inman Intermediate, while 20 additional schools have quarantined students. Go Upstate
SPORTS NEWS
- ➤ Clemson's 2026 football schedule was announced by the ACC Monday night+ the Tigers will open at Death Valley against North Carolina on Sept. 19, host Miami on Oct. 3, and finish at home versus South Carolina on Nov. 28. WYFF
- ➤ The Carolinas Classic All-Star basketball game set for Mar. 21 at Dorman High School will feature top high school seniors from South Carolina and North Carolina. The South Carolina Athletic Coaches Association announced rosters for both boys and girls, including players Morgan White and Jahzara Leamon. Go Upstate
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Healthy Smiles Laugh For A Child
6:00 – 11:59 p.m. — Spartanburg Memorial Auditorium — $30 add-on for VIP access — Enjoy a VIP experience with cocktails, hors d'oeuvres, and early entry at this community event.
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Winter Concert
3-4 p.m. — Twichell Auditorium — Ticket details available — Youth musicians showcase their growth and dedication with challenging repertoire.
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The King's Singers Performance
7:30-9:30 p.m. — Blackman Music Building — $34 – $66 — Experience vocal perfection as The King's Singers blend harmony and artistry in an unforgettable concert.
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Candlelight Concert: Valentine's Day Special
8:45-9:45 p.m. — Indigo Hall & Events — Get your tickets now — Experience the magic of live music in a unique candlelit setting.
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Love & Passion Valentine's Dinner & Music
6:30 PM — Venue 415 Union — Proceeds to PTL Training Course — Celebrate love with a romantic dinner and live music by the Floyd Passion Band.
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Voices of a Nation: Festival of American Voices Kickoff
7-10 p.m. — Twichell Auditorium — Ticket prices vary — Experience a vibrant exploration of American classical music showcasing diverse cultural voices.
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TODAY'S FOOD FOR THOUGHT
You cannot find yourself by going into the past. You can find yourself by coming into the present.
~ Eckhart Tolle
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