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Spartanburg
Wednesday, April 22nd, 2026
Good morning, Spartanburg. Here's your local news at a glance for Wednesday, the 22nd of April.
BUSINESS NEWS
- ➤ Walmart will invest $536 million to remodel 29 stores across South Carolina in 2026—upgrading pharmacies, expanding healthy food sections and improving digital shopping at locations like Boiling Springs, Clemson and Simpsonville. Go Upstate
CULTURE NEWS
- ➤ The Lyrid meteor shower peaks today with viewers expected to see 10 to 15 meteors per hour under dark skies statewide. Stargazers are advised to find low-light areas after the moon sets (1:30 a.m.) for optimal viewing. Go Upstate
GOVERNMENT NEWS
- ➤ Support the Spartanburg Bicentennial Clock Tower group urged county leaders to consider rebuilding the historic tower on the courthouse grounds instead of at Barnet Park. County administrator Cole Alverson said his staff will bring proposal details to council next month. Go Upstate
SPORTS NEWS
- ➤ Hub City Spartanburgers lost to Winston-Salem Dash on Tuesday morning during Education Day, with the Dash winning 4-3. Arturo Disla set a new record with five hits, and the Burgers will try to even the series on Wednesday night at 6:35 p.m. Spartanburg.com
- ➤ The transfer portal closed April 21, prompting players from mid-major schools like Furman, Wofford, and USC Upstate to move to higher-budget programs offering NIL deals. Coaches now face recruiting challenges as they work to rebuild community-centered rosters for upcoming seasons. Go Upstate
- ➤ Powdersville boys and Eastside girls each have two players selected who will join upcoming all-star soccer games, with Brody Pike and Jud Scrivner set for the June 20 clash in Pineville plus Emmy Rikard and Jayden Irby to compete in North-South contests at Anderson University on June 13. Go Upstate
- ➤ Clemson men's basketball secured the commitment of 6-7 guard Liutauras Lelevicius from TCU on Monday night—he averaged 8 points and 3.4 rebounds last season and has one season left to play, bolstering the team's backcourt. The Post and Courier
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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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The Piedmont Publishing Symposium
9 AM-12 PM — Rosalind Sallenger Richardson Center for the Arts — Admission fees apply — A comprehensive symposium designed for academic and non-academic writers, publishing professionals, and students.
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~ Abraham Lincoln
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