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Wednesday, April 16th, 2025
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Good morning, Spartanburg. Here's your local news at a glance for Wednesday, the 16th of April.
GOVERNMENT NEWS
- ➤ USPS announced it will refine service standards for first-class mail, periodicals, and package services in SC, keeping 75% of first-class mail at its current pace while 14% may arrive faster and 11% slower—proposed price hikes for letters, postcards, and extra ounces are set to take effect on July 13th. The agency said these changes will help save $36 billion over 10 years and might impact rural delivery if further privatization efforts happen. Go Upstate
- ➤ Residents in the Carolinas, Georgia and Florida may file taxes later than April 15 because Hurricane Helene has delayed the deadline to May 1; taxpayers do not need extra paperwork and interest will not be charged during the extension—though any unpaid taxes after May 1 will begin to accrue interest. WSPA
SPORTS NEWS
- ➤ Tickets for Tuesday and Thursday games of the Hub City Spartanburgers’ Opening Week series at Fifth Third Park are sold out while only terrace seats remain for Friday and Saturday. Tickets are still available for Wednesday and Sunday—and fans are invited to join a postgame Easter egg hunt. WSPA
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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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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.
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Houndmouth Live in Spartanburg
6:30-8:30 p.m. — Spartanburg Memorial Auditorium — Ticket prices vary — Experience the soulful sounds of Houndmouth, a must-see band blending alternative blues with rock vibes.
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Shen Yun
6-8 p.m. — Spartanburg Memorial Auditorium — Upgrade available for $30 — Experience a masterful blend of music and dance from ancient China with Shen Yun.
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Love Where You Live 5/10K
8:30 a.m. — 125 E Main St, Spartanburg, SC — Registration required — Celebrate local community spirit with a fun 5K and 10K run.
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