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Friday, May 9th, 2025

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Good morning, Spartanburg. Here's your local news at a glance for Friday, the 9th of May.

BUSINESS NEWS

  • AIRSYS Cooling Technologies said it will invest $40 million to build a new 264,000-square-foot plant in Woodruff that will add 215 jobs in Spartanburg County. The global headquarters is expected to be in operation in 2026 — a boost for the local workforce.  Go Upstate
  • Participating Chick-fil-A restaurants in the Upstate and Asheville areas will offer a free 5-count nugget using the Chick-fil-A app from May 12 through May 17—each account can redeem one free order.  WSPA

GOVERNMENT NEWS

  • The South Carolina Senate approved the SC Hands-Free Driving Act and the bill now heads to the House with amendments before reaching the governor’s desk as lawmakers work to avoid a $50 million federal funding cut—if signed, the law would fine drivers $100 for a first violation and $200 for repeat offenses while allowing voice-activated hands-free calls.  Go Upstate

EVENTS

SUBMIT EVENT
  • 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.

    Sat, 5/10/25

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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.

    Sat, 5/17/25

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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.

    Fri, 5/23/25

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  • TJ Jeter Band Performance

    6-9 p.m. — Fretwell — Free entry — Enjoy an evening of live music from seasoned musician TJ Jeter and his band.

    Fri, 5/30/25

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  • Cancer Survivors Day Celebration

    2-4 p.m. — Spartanburg Memorial Auditorium — Free admission — Celebrate the courage of cancer survivors with food, music, and community spirit.

    Sun, 6/1/25

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  • Big Time Wrestling

    8-9:30 p.m. — Spartanburg Memorial Auditorium — Ticket prices vary — Experience wrestling legends including Bret The Hitman Hart in an electrifying night of action.

    Fri, 6/6/25

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  • Fretwell Market June

    9 AM - 1 PM — Fretwell — Free entry — Explore local food, crafts, and community spirit at this vibrant monthly market.

    Sat, 6/7/25

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REAL ESTATE

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ANNOUNCEMENTS

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