Good morning, Spartanburg.

Hub City Farmers Market, now in its 21st season, meets every Saturday from 8 to noon at 498 Howard St. — local vendors sell produce, crafts, and gourmet foods while community programs teach sustainable farming and offer youth internships.

Local shelters and advocates in Spartanburg now offer domestic violence help—support and legal aid are available at Project R.E.S.T. and other centers after recent domestic violence fatalities raised concerns across the Upstate.

A Spartanburg man named Brandon Kevon White, age 36, pleaded guilty today to charges of discharging a firearm into a vehicle and burglary after a drive—by shooting in October 2023 and a burglary on Bryant Road in April; he was sentenced to 15 years for second degree burglary, five years for petit larceny, and 10 years each for breach of peace and shooting a vehicle— all sentences will run concurrently.

The City of Spartanburg will unveil the new Southside Cultural Monument on June 14 at 10 a.m. at the intersection of South Converse Street and Hudson Barksdale Boulevard — local leaders including Mayor Jerome Rice and State Rep. Henderson-Myers will speak during the ceremony honoring Spartanburg's historically Black communities.

Four candidates, Nick Duncan, Randy Hollifield, Andy Clark and Joseph Hawes, have announced plans to run for sheriff after former Sheriff Chuck Wright resigned, setting a special election for November 4.

Interim Sheriff Jeffrey Stephens is working to bring calm to the office as filing opens June 13 and closes June 21 with a primary on August 5 and a possible runoff on August 19.

Gov. Henry McMaster signed the South Carolina Kratom Consumer Protection Act on May 12 to ban sales of kratom to anyone under 21 and require clear labels on each product—retailers will face fines of $1,000 for a first offense and $2,000 for later ones.

The law will go into effect 60 days from signing while state officials work with businesses to enforce the new rules.

Gov. Henry McMaster signed a law that makes sharing intimate pictures without consent a crime in South Carolina—this law also covers computer-made images and sets fees of $5,000 and jail time, with tougher penalties for repeat offenders; it took effect on May 12.

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.

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.

Fretwell Market June

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

City of Spartanburg's Music on Main

9:30 p.m. — Morgan Square — Free entry — Enjoy a-rockin' good time with live music from the hottest bands in downtown Spartanburg.

Vince Gill Concert

7-9 p.m. — Spartanburg Memorial Auditorium — $30 Upgrade Available — Enjoy a night of world-class country music from a legendary artist known for his songwriting and guitar skills.

Faith for Fathers Family 5K

12-2 p.m. — Spartanburg, SC — Registration fees apply — Celebrate Father's Day weekend with the 8th annual 5K run supporting family and faith.

South Carolina 48 Hour Film Project Screening and Awards

3-8 p.m. — Wofford College Leonard Theatre — Free entry — Experience a showcase of creative short films crafted in just 48 hours by local filmmakers.

CrossWord Youth Camp

2:30 AM — Truth Chapel — $ — Youth ages 4-18 are invited for a day of fun and learning at this youth camp.

Travis Tritt Concert

7:30-9:00 p.m. — Spartanburg Memorial Auditorium — $30 for Alcove Upgrade — Enjoy a night of classic country music in a relaxed atmosphere with pre-show cocktails.

Sparkle City R&B Fest

7:00–11:59 p.m. — Spartanburg Memorial Auditorium — Tickets on sale NOW! — Enjoy a night of classic R&B hits from Midnight Star, Cameo, Lakeside, Club Nouveau, and Doug E Fresh.