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Saturday, May 9th, 2026
Good morning, Spartanburg. Here's your local news at a glance for Saturday, the 9th of May.
BUSINESS NEWS
- ➤ Thyssenkrupp Supply Chain Services, Inc. (a company in Spartanburg) announced on Monday that 110 employees will be laid off on July 5 in compliance with the WARN Act, giving workers and local officials a 60-day notice. WYFF
- ➤ Breeze Airways has announced nonstop flights from GSP to Columbus, Ohio (operating twice weekly on Mondays and Fridays) with one-way fares starting at $49. The new route targets an underserved market and adds regional flight service. WYFF
EDUCATION NEWS
- ➤ Almost 600 graduates celebrated USC Upstate's outdoor commencement on May 7 at the Main Quad in Spartanburg, with Greenville Mayor Knox White and Chancellor Dr. Bennie Harris present to honor the achievements. Go Upstate
ENVIRONMENT NEWS
- ➤ Despite recent showers, severe drought conditions persist as all 46 counties remain affected, and crops and water supplies continue to be stressed. The National Weather Service in Greenville-Spartanburg forecasts mostly sunny skies today & slight rain chances Saturday morning with increased rain expected Monday. Go Upstate
GOVERNMENT NEWS
- ➤ On May 8, Rep. William Timmons presented WWII medals to the family of Navy veteran Virgil Keener, who served on the USS Tennessee during Pearl Harbor. His daughter, Kathleen Bergeson accepted the awards on his 105th birthday and raised awareness for Huntington's disease, which led to his early death. Go Upstate
HEALTH NEWS
- ➤ Today, warm, breezy spring weather keeps ragweed and dust pollen high in Spartanburg, so residents are advised to take allergy medicine and keep windows closed—especially from 10 a.m. to 4 p.m. Scattered showers are forecast May 9–11 to offer temporary relief. Go Upstate
SPORTS NEWS
- ➤ High school girls from Dorman, Spartanburg, and Mauldin qualified for the SCHSL state championships in Columbia from May 14—16. The Class 5A Division 1 meet held May 8 at Dorman produced champions like Jordayn Ratliff and Akyra Webster, and additional qualifiers will compete today. Go Upstate
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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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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.
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KC and The Sunshine Band Concert
7:30-9:00 p.m. — Spartanburg Memorial Auditorium — Tickets available through Ticketmaster — Dance to the legendary sounds of KC and The Sunshine Band, the founder of the dance revolution.
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Cancer Survivors Day Celebration
2-4 p.m. — Spartanburg Memorial Auditorium — Free admission — Celebrate the courage and perseverance of cancer survivors with food, music, and fun activities.
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