Good morning, Spartanburg.

First Tee of the Upstate will host its 11th annual Derby Party today in Greenville to raise funds for its youth golf and life lessons programs that serve more than 70,000 kids across six counties.

The non-profit event offers several ways for the community to get involved with ticket and silent auction details available.

The documentary 'Once A Giant' will explore the Super Bowl XXI win + the enduring bond among former Giants including SC natives George Martin and Terry Kinard, with filming at Hotel Hartness in Greenville.

It will premiere near the 40th anniversary while capturing their shared stories.

Cork and Cleaver Steakhouse is opening this week in Greenville with a menu featuring 45 day wet age steaks and bourbon bread pudding — Amelia Old holds a book signing today in Abbeville while Kristy Woodson Harvey will appear Tuesday at the Lazy Goat for her new release event.

On Friday morning, gas prices reached over $4 in the Upstate, with one viewer reporting $4.02 at a Circle K on Wade Hampton Boulevard and another noting $4.14 at a Shell on Main Street.

AAA said the state average is near $4 per gallon & national oil prices have surged.

South Carolina wildlife officials advise residents to leave young fawns and bear cubs alone since they are not abandoned but waiting for their mothers to return; if you spot a bear cub, mark its location and report it at 1-800-922-5431.

Spartanburg residents should review emergency plans as hurricane season officially begins on June 1 — early storms could form and cause significant flooding.

Forecasts predict an average number of storms but note the risk of heavy rain and disrupted drainage.

Byrnes boys soccer won the Region 2-5A title on May 1 after goalie Zach Reinert made two key saves and Tre Segarra scored the game-winning penalty kick against Eastside.

The Spartanburg SC Criterium — hosted by Gibbs Cancer Center and Spartanburg Medical Center — took place on May 1 in the city as racers competed in Men’s Cat 2/3, Women’s Pro, and Kids events, drawing local crowds along the street course.

Greenville native Mathis Albert became the youngest American to play in Bundesliga when he joined Borussia Dortmund on April 26 in a 4+0 win against Freiburg.

He broke the age record in a historic debut that puts his future in the spotlight.

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.

Tracy Lawrence Live

7:00-9:15 p.m. — Spartanburg Memorial Auditorium — Check Ticketmaster for pricing — Experience the country music legend Tracy Lawrence perform hits from his extensive career.