Good morning, Spartanburg.

At about 11:50 p.m. Saturday a driver left Union Street near Cedar Springs Road and hit a concrete barrier—it killed the driver and injured four others—as reported by the state highway patrol.

On March 21, four teenagers were accused of starting a wildfire at Table Rock that burned over 11,000 acres and was 9% contained by Saturday—authorities are investigating the negligent act while a statewide burn ban remains in effect due to dry conditions.

At 10:50 p.m., Javlin Everette De’Angelo Dawkins from Spartanburg was shot outside Limestone Courts in Gaffney and was later pronounced dead at Cherokee Medical Center—Gaffney Police say the shooting appears isolated.

Firefighters in upstate South Carolina and western North Carolina are battling wildfires at Table Rock State Park—Table Rock Fire is 9% contained and Persimmon Ridge Fire is 24% contained as of Saturday afternoon.

Residents can track the fires using an interactive map and view live footage from webcams.

Hundreds of firefighters from across the U.S. battled large wildfires in the Carolinas last Sunday, with three active fires in South Carolina—including the Table Rock Fires that peaked at nearly 11,000 acres—and four in North Carolina where 750 homes in Transylvania County were ordered to evacuate. Burn bans remain in effect in both states and some areas in North Carolina expect rain to help slow the flames.

A severe wildfire that began March 21 has burned nearly 13,000 acres in mountain forests, with 11,468 acres from the Table Rock fire and 2,078 from the Persimmon Ridge fire—firefighters reported 9% and 24% containment respectively as evacuation orders eased and forecasted rain today may help control the blaze. Local crews continue working to protect communities as the fire remains the largest on record in the Upstate.

Spartanburg Sheriff Chuck Wright repaid $1,111 on his county-funded credit card for Apple subscriptions — saying the charges were from accidental phone game purchases.

County officials have asked for a detailed breakdown of his spending — leaving questions on how he determined the amount repaid from over $53K in total charges.

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.

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.

Pat Benatar & Neil Giraldo Concert

7:00 – 8:30 PM — Spartanburg Memorial Auditorium — Upgrade available for $30 — Experience the iconic partnership of Pat Benatar and Neil Giraldo in a thrilling musical performance.