Good morning, Spartanburg.

South Carolina Attorney General Alan Wilson announced that as part of a $100 million settlement over deceptive pay practices, Walmart will pay its Spark Driver delivery drivers in the state roughly $1 million each.

Walmart must also implement an earnings verification program & report annually for 10 years.

A recent American Consumer Satisfaction Index study shows that Trader Joe’s is the top grocery store nationally while Sam’s Club leads in the Carolinas thanks to its Scan + Go technology.

South Carolina shoppers value quick checkouts and fresh produce as key parts of their store experience.

Breeze Airways is expanding at Greenville-Spartanburg International Airport (GSP) with new routes to Cincinnati/Northern Kentucky and Fort Lauderdale.

The Cincinnati flight begins July 3 on Mondays and Fridays while Fort Lauderdale service starts July 2 on Thursdays, Fridays, Sundays, and Mondays.

Greenville-Spartanburg International Airport was named North America's best small airport for the fourth time by the Airports Council International based on ease of navigation, cleanliness, dedicated staff, and an enjoyable atmosphere – the honor recognizes airports serving 2 to 5 million passengers.

Memorial services for Rev.

Jesse Jackson are scheduled nationwide over the next two weeks; in South Carolina, a public remembrance + church service will be held Monday, Mar. 2 at the State Capitol in Columbia to honor the Greenville native.

USC Upstate celebrated its 59th birthday on Feb.

19 at the Campus Life Center as faculty, staff and alumni gathered for Founders Day (sponsored by Spartanburg County Commission for Higher Education). The event honored three community members while Chancellor Bennie Harris noted the university’s growth ahead of its 60th anniversary.

On Thursday, Spartanburg County Council announced they would vote no on tax credits for Project Spero — a $3 billion data center proposal — as state lawmakers plan new data center regulations.

County officials will discuss the project further at a special meeting today at 3 p.m.

On Feb. 26, Hillcrest football promoted offensive line coach Amos Lamb to head coach, replacing Bennett Swygert who resigned to lead Clover High School.

Lamb will guide the Rams when they play a road game at Dorman on Aug. 21.

Pendleton's manufacturing facility that uses nanoneedle scope 2.0 technology (60% smaller than traditional) helped Team USA goalie Connor Hellebuyck recover quickly so he could secure a gold medal win at the Olympics.

Hellebuyck saved 41 shots in the game.

Wrapped In Love: Community Baby Shower

11 AM – 1 PM — CC Woodson Community Center — Free entry — Celebrate and support Sparta's expecting and new mothers with essential resources and community love.

Race to Home Plate 5k

9 AM – 12 PM — Fifth Third Park — $35 until March 1, $40 until race day — Compete in a 3.1-mile race while supporting a local cause.

Dancing With The Stars Live

7:30-10:30 PM — Spartanburg Memorial Auditorium — Check local listings for pricing — Experience the glitz and glam of America's favorite dance show live with breathtaking performances.

Pine Street School 5K

9:00-10:30 a.m. — Pine Street Elementary School — Fundraiser entry fee — Support the Pine Street Elementary PTO while enjoying a morning run.

The Simon & Garfunkel Story

7:30-10:30 p.m. — Spartanburg Memorial Auditorium — Ticket prices vary — Experience the iconic music and story of the legendary folk-rock duo.