Good morning, Spartanburg.

Byrnes High School held its prom on Saturday, April 25 at its Duncan campus where students enjoyed dancing, photo booths, and a crowning ceremony that honored prom king Adrian De Los Santos-Nelson and prom queen Tina Thai.

Spartanburg Community College named Ashley Tinsley and Roxana Arias as 2026 Christopher A.

Calhoun Scholars today, awarding each a $1,000 scholarship for fall term in recognition of their academic excellence, leadership, and service (as noted in the All-USA Academic Team Competition).

During the Senate budget debate, lawmakers discussed $828M in tax breaks given last fiscal year to seven data centers; the Department of Revenue must now report the total to budget writers (a new requirement) amid criticism that the benefits favor big companies over residents.

Today, the South Carolina Department of Public Health declared the measles outbreak over in the Upstate by noting that 997 cases occurred from October 2025 through March, with the last case reported on March 15 and 42 days without new cases confirming the end of the transmission chain.

After three sold-out Banana Ball games in Greenville on April 26 showcased nonstop dancing and fan contests, tickets have sold out for the upcoming event at Fifth Third Park in Spartanburg from Aug.

6-8 where the Clowns and Texas Tailgaters will entertain local fans.

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.

Crowder Concert

7-8:30 p.m. — Spartanburg Memorial Auditorium — Ticket prices vary — Enjoy an uplifting evening with Crowder's engaging music.

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.

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.