Good morning, Spartanburg.

Hub City Hospitality, owners of Willy Taco, FR8yard and FlockShop, acquired Venus Pie Pizzeria at 400 E.

Main St. in downtown Spartanburg. The new owners will keep the restaurant's menu and staff while planning a carryout program and modest updates with James Vigil as general manager.

The wildfire at Table Rock State Park in Pickens County continues to burn after igniting on March 21 and has scorched over 1,000 acres while crews work to control the blaze amid heavy Highway 11 traffic and smoky conditions—voluntary evacuations remain in effect for nearby residents. Multiple agencies have used backburn operations and water drops to slow the fire's spread as the public is urged to steer clear of the area.

Wildfires burned across the Upstate as the Table Rock Fire consumed about 1,000 acres and the Persimmon Ridge Fire burned more than 200 acres while western North Carolina fires forced evacuations and burned over 4,600 acres as of March 23—an active burn ban remains in effect.

An interactive wildfire and smoke map is updated hourly to show the latest details.

A survey by Reputation Leaders for Home Depot shows South Carolina homeowners plan spring projects with gardening, spring cleaning, outdoor grilling and landscaping.

The report notes 73% favor gardening and 68% choose cleaning to boost well-being—revealing the season's top home improvement trends.

Final Oyster Roast Event

This ticketed event features a final oyster roast of the season at Fretwell, including fire-roasted oysters, chili, and hot dogs.

Building Confidence 101 Workshop

1:30-3 p.m. — Spartanburg County School District One — Registration required — Empower yourself with strategies to boost self-esteem and unleash your potential.

Nitty Gritty Dirt Band Concert

8:00-9:30 PM — Spartanburg Memorial Auditorium — Tickets available — Experience a night of folk music with a celebrated band known for classics like 'Mr. Bojangles'.

Greer Farmers Market

11 a.m. - 2 p.m. — Greer City Park — Free entry — Explore local produce and handmade goods at this beloved monthly market.

Jeezy Live Concert

8:00 – 9:30 PM — Spartanburg Memorial Auditorium — Ticket prices range from $52 to $266 — Experience a night of hip-hop vibes with Jeezy at Spartanburg's iconic venue.

Squirrel Level Road Concert

6-9 p.m. — Fretwell — Free entry — Enjoy acoustic folk tunes and harmonies from local favorites Squirrel Level Road.

South Carolina Upstate Continuum Of Care Training Event 2025

2-6:30 p.m. — 250 E Main St — Free entry — Enhance your skills and connect with community professionals in a focused training on Continuum of Care strategies.

Blue Highway Concert

8-10:30 p.m. — Chapman Cultural Center — Check event page for pricing — Celebrate 29 years of award-winning bluegrass music with the iconic band Blue Highway.