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Saturday, March 29th, 2025
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Good morning, Spartanburg. Here's your local news at a glance for Saturday, the 29th of March.
CRIME NEWS
- ➤ Three people were found dead Friday morning in a Greer home on Marilyn Perry Lane off Reidville Rd.—the Spartanburg County Sheriff's Office said a neighbor called at about 11:30 a.m. and deputies entered the house, finding the bodies and reporting no threat to the public. WYFF
- ➤ Jerry Scott Payne, a 52-year-old from Gaffney, was charged with first-degree assault and battery and unlawful dissemination of obscene material for allegedly touching a 16-year-old and showing pornographic videos between November and December — he was booked into the Cherokee County Detention Center and his case will be prosecuted by the Seventh Circuit Solicitor’s Office. WYFF
- ➤ Authorities charged Lewis Hyder (77) with stealing thousands of dollars and taking the victim's 2001 Chevrolet Camaro after he misused his power of attorney between March 1 and June 7, 2023. WSPA
GOVERNMENT NEWS
- ➤ Spartanburg County and the City of Spartanburg unveiled drawings for a joint government building on South Church Street and West Broad Street in downtown. The five-story, $80 million facility will begin construction in October and take about two years as it brings city and county services together. Go Upstate
- ➤ Governor Henry McMaster met with local officials Friday at Table Rock to say that dry conditions and strong winds helped wildfires burn over 8,600 acres at Table Rock and about 2,000 acres at Persimmon Ridge while he secured federal aid and set a state burn ban. More than 545 firefighters are battling the blazes as evacuations forced over 1,400 structures to leave — no homes or injuries have been reported. Go Upstate
REAL ESTATE NEWS
- ➤ City Council approved a $19 million plan on March 24 to build over 80 townhome units on a 7.8-acre lot near Country Club Road and South Pine Street — the project will include 10% workforce housing for families earning under $60,150 and a 20-year tax abatement. The development will also add a new crosswalk to connect to the Daniel Morgan Trail System as part of the city’s effort to address its housing shortage. The Post and Courier
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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.
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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'.
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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.
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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.
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Squirrel Level Road Concert
6-9 p.m. — Fretwell — Free entry — Enjoy acoustic folk tunes and harmonies from local favorites Squirrel Level Road.
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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.
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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.
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1st Annual Disability Awareness Walk & Roll
10 AM – 1 PM — Barnet Park — Entry fee applies — Celebrate inclusivity with a fun-filled walk, music, food trucks, and family activities.
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