Good morning, Spartanburg.

On Wednesday, Mar. 11, WYFF 4 partners with Food Lion and Second Harvest Food Bank for Day 4 Giving.

Donations accepted through Wednesday evening at four local Food Lion stores in Spartanburg and Anderson + needed items include canned fish, peanut butter and low-sodium soups; a special airs at 7 p.m.

Hub City Press will publish Daniel J.

O'Malley's collection The Younger and Other Stories in spring 2027, featuring uncanny narratives that capture moments when ordinary life shifts unexpectedly.

Duke Energy explained that some customers are receiving higher bills now due to increased energy use during January and February winter storms.

The company advises customers to use Payment Assistance Finder or call 211 for local help.

Bradford pear trees will soon bloom across the area, releasing a strong odor that reminds locals of their invasive nature (the trees have been banned from sale since Oct.

1).

Lawmakers killed a bill on Mar.

4 that would have removed the religious exemption for the measles vaccine for public school and higher education— a measure aimed at curbing rising measles cases. In Spartanburg County, exemptions doubled to 9.6 percent since last school year amid heightened public health concerns.

The FAA is seeking a builder for a new air traffic control tower at GSP in Greer, with work set to begin this year and a contract expected to be awarded mid-2026.

The tower will cover 17,868 sqft on 12 levels (including a TRACON system) to boost safety and efficiency.

Scenic Highway 11 will offer visitors a 120-mile road trip with historic stops and state parks perfect for fall (including a stop at Cowpens National Battlefield), as drivers can start their journey from Lake Hartwell to Gaffney.

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.