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Friday, April 18th, 2025
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Good morning, Spartanburg. Here's your local news at a glance for Friday, the 18th of April.
CRIME NEWS
- ➤ A man, Ishear Tylik Warren, died after being shot on Tuesday at 8:20 p.m. on Seaboard Drive in Greer — police said he was shot during an argument, died at the hospital, and no arrests have been made. WYFF
CULTURE NEWS
- ➤ Doug Gray, lead singer for The Marshall Tucker Band, announced today he will take a break from touring because of health concerns—he will still help plan the upcoming All Our Friends Tour. The band will continue performing with a show starting May 9 in West Wendover—he said he looks forward to returning as soon as possible. Go Upstate
ECONOMY NEWS
- ➤ A mass hiring fair for construction jobs was held at 9 a.m. Thursday at the GB Hodge Center on USC Upstate campus—organizers from the Build for a Better Future Foundation and the Upstate Workforce Board said nearly 50 vendors offered on-the-spot interviews for jobs in fields like asphalt paving, general contracting, plumbing, and HVAC. The event hosted high school students until 2 p.m. and then college students and the general public until 6:30 p.m., with attendees urged to bring their resumes for immediate consideration. WSPA
GOVERNMENT NEWS
- ➤ South Carolina lawmakers reached a compromise on a revised school choice scholarship plan on April 16 — the plan uses both general fund and lottery dollars to provide $7,500 scholarships for up to 15,000 students with a third-party arbiter, though some lawmakers doubt it will meet constitutional standards. The Post and Courier
- ➤ A plan to widen I-85 between mile markers 40 and 69 was postponed as SCDOT reviewed its spending priorities in response to statewide population growth and a need for broader traffic management. Officials said alternative approaches such as interchange improvements are under consideration while many Spartanburg drivers remain frustrated with the congestion. Go Upstate
- ➤ Senate lawmakers rewrote the House liquor liability bill into a broader tort reform package — an effort to break a stalemate in negotiations. They now face uncertainty as fewer than ten working days remain before the session ends on May 8. The Post and Courier
SPORTS NEWS
- ➤ Spartanburg Editor Matthew Hensley attended an exhibition game at Fifth Third Park on April 2 to experience the new downtown stadium and see how it is setting the stage for a sports district. He noted parking issues and food service mix-ups—small glitches in a promising start that point to ongoing adjustments ahead. The Post and Courier
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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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Bingo Loco Extravaganza
7-10 p.m. — Spartanburg Memorial Auditorium — Tickets required — Experience a lively night of bingo with a twist and enjoy entertainment with a local flavor.
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