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Wednesday, April 23rd, 2025
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Good morning, Spartanburg. Here's your local news at a glance for Wednesday, the 23rd of April.
COMMUNITY NEWS
- ➤ Sarah Trail grew up with hardships and helped care for farm animals before a teacher saw potential in her, leading her to enlist in the Women’s Army Corps during the Vietnam War era. Trail spent 35 years as a nurse at Spartanburg Regional—retiring later to enjoy gardening and reading with her dog Miss Dolly—marking her lifelong commitment to service. WSPA
BUSINESS NEWS
- ➤ On Earth Day, Junk King Spartanburg provided free estimates to remove unwanted items from homes and businesses except hazardous materials, then sorted them into metal, cardboard, donations, and garbage. The service covered Spartanburg, Union, and Cherokee counties—plus parts of Greenville—and helped local nonprofits through donated salvage. WSPA
ECONOMY NEWS
- ➤ Spartanburg County Council approved tax incentives for NorthMark Strategies who will cut property taxes from 10% to 4%—a move to redevelop the old Kohler plant into a high-performance computing center focused on artificial intelligence, data science, and simulations. The $2.8 billion investment will create 27 high-paying jobs and support 400 to 600 engineering and construction jobs during a year-long renovation—boosting the local workforce and STEM education. Go Upstate
- ➤ NorthMark Strategies through Valara Holdings will invest $2.8 billion to turn a former manufacturing facility at 4000 S. Pine St. into a high-performance computing center that will run on self-generated natural gas—Spartanburg County council members approved tax incentives on April 21 and the project will create 27 jobs with operations expected in the third quarter. The Post and Courier
EDUCATION NEWS
- ➤ On April 22, Limestone University's Board of Trustees met to consider its future amid a $6 million shortfall that could force the historic Gaffney campus to close, switch to online-only instruction, or remain a traditional college — a decision that may impact local students and the region’s economy. Go Upstate
- ➤ Limestone University’s board met on Tuesday for more than three hours to discuss options to avoid closure. President Nathan Copeland said the board needs more time to decide and warned that on-campus classes may end after this semester—graduation on May 3 will still happen. WSPA
GOVERNMENT NEWS
- ➤ The South Carolina Senate voted 33—8 on April 21 to remove State Treasurer Curtis Loftis over a $1.8 billion accounting error, and the House must later deliver a two-thirds vote to finalize his removal. Loftis said he was not surprised by the vote and will consider his next steps amid criticism of a political process. Go Upstate
- ➤ State Senate lawmakers are proposing the Medical Informed Consent Act—sponsored by Sen. Shane Martin of Spartanburg—which would stop pharmacists from refusing off-label prescriptions during a state-declared emergency. Pharmacists, including Brian Clark, warn the bill could force them to dispense medications without their professional judgment and will be heard on the Senate floor next. The Post and Courier
SPORTS NEWS
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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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John Anderson Concert
7:30-9:00 p.m. — Spartanburg Memorial Auditorium — Ticket prices vary — Experience the legendary country music of John Anderson with hits spanning decades.
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