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Spartanburg
Friday, April 17th, 2026
Good morning, Spartanburg. Here's your local news at a glance for Friday, the 17th of April.
COMMUNITY NEWS
- ➤ Farmers markets across the Upstate offer fresh produce and handmade goods this season. In Spartanburg, Hub City Farmers Market operates Saturdays from 8 a.m. to noon at 498 Howard St. for community members seeking local flavors & quality products. Go Upstate
BUSINESS NEWS
- ➤ Chick-fil-A is now the top-searched fast-food restaurant statewide thanks to its focus on quality chicken sandwiches and friendly service + rapid growth across South Carolina from 2023 to 2025 with several new restaurants opening. Go Upstate
GOVERNMENT NEWS
- ➤ Gov. Henry McMaster signed H.4216 into law Wednesday in Greenville + the new two-tier system simplifies tax filing and lowers rates for low- and middle-income households while extending the tax deadline to Oct. 15; 2025 filings remain unchanged and new rules take effect next season. WYFF
- ➤ South Carolina Attorney General Alan Wilson announced on April 16 that a jury found Live Nation & Ticketmaster broke law by overcharging fans, with a $280 million settlement pending judge review; local concertgoers should not expect immediate ticket refunds while legal steps continue. Go Upstate
- ➤ Spartanburg City Council reviewed a proposal to upgrade Barnet Park with a new clock tower (designed to house the historic 1881 bell) and a remodeled concert stage intended to boost the venue's appeal; the City invites public comment via email for the plan. Spartanburg.com
HEALTH NEWS
- ➤ Analysis shows USDA’s updated dietary guidelines could raise local families’ grocery bills by more than $1,000 a year as they shift to whole foods and healthier protein options like beans & rice. Families should plan on affordable alternatives when adjusting to these changes. Go Upstate
SPORTS NEWS
- ➤ Upstate high school athletes signed with college sports programs on Spring Signing Day, with players from Greenville, Spartanburg, and Anderson securing offers on April 16. The deals span baseball, basketball, soccer, and volleyball. Go Upstate
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Spartanburg Run for Babies 5k
9 a.m. – 12 p.m. — Hub City Spartanburgers — Registration required — Participate in a community-focused run supporting babies and families.
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City of Spartanburg's Music on Main
5:30-8:30 p.m. — One Morgan Square — Free entry — Enjoy the vibrant sounds of local bands at Spartanburg's most anticipated concert series.
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Crowder Concert
7-8:30 p.m. — Spartanburg Memorial Auditorium — Ticket prices vary — Enjoy an uplifting evening with Crowder's engaging music.
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Love Where You Live 5/10K
8:30 a.m. — FR8yard — Registration required — Participate in a fun run and enjoy a community celebration at this local event.
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