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Spartanburg
Monday, June 1st, 2026
Good morning, Spartanburg. Here's your local news at a glance for Monday, the 1st of June.
ACCIDENTS NEWS
- ➤ Upstate crews responded to a fire at Greer Diner (Trade Street) today; officials confirmed the blaze is contained with no injuries and the cause remains under investigation. WYFF
ECONOMY NEWS
- ➤ A new state law gives income tax credits for firms that turn landfill methane into renewable natural gas, which could let Spartanburg-based Pacolet Milliken upgrade its facilities to supply clean energy, with credits covering up to 25% of equipment costs that expire in 2030. Spartanburg.com
EDUCATION NEWS
- ➤ Kindergarten teacher Jamie Bayne was named Amazing Teacher of the Month by Ingles and the Herald-Journal for her care that supports her students at school (she has taught at Jesse S. Bobo Elementary since September 2025). Go Upstate
- ➤ Spartanburg County Public Libraries launch Summer Reading 2026 today to encourage kids, teens, and adults to read for prizes until July 31 (participants can choose to read 13 books or log 13 hours). Check local branch calendars for registration instructions and event details. Spartanburg.com
LIFESTYLE NEWS
- ➤ Today, local gardening advice suggests keeping fescue lawns at 3 inches and mowing off no more than one-third of the blade while advising gardeners to delay cool-season fertilization until September (and to monitor watering practices to prevent fungus and protect ornamentals, fruits, and vegetables). Spartanburg.com
SPORTS NEWS
- ➤ Upstate South Carolina hosts the BMW Charity Pro-AM today — pro golfers and celebrities gather at Spartanburg Country Club and Thornblade in Greer for pre-event activities — with competitions beginning Thursday, June 4 and live rounds airing on Golf Channel through Sunday. Go Upstate
- ➤ USC Upstate baseball ended a historic season on May 31 after a 12-1 loss to Oklahoma State in the Tuscaloosa Regional. The Spartans secured their first NCAA Tournament win earlier and claimed a second Big South Tournament title, showing resiliency & strength. Go Upstate
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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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City of Spartanburg's Music on Main
5:30-8:30 p.m. — Morgan Square — Free entry — Experience the hottest bands while enjoying community spirit in downtown Spartanburg.
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Taking Back Sunday Concert
8:00 – 9:30 PM — Spartanburg Memorial Auditorium — Ticket prices vary — Enjoy an evening with legendary rock band Taking Back Sunday in the heart of Spartanburg.
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UnderCover Jazz Performance
6-9 p.m. — Fretwell — Free entry — Enjoy smooth jazz covers and arrangements of popular tunes by the local group Undercover Jazz.
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Garrison Keillor Concert
6-9 p.m. — Spartanburg Memorial Auditorium — Check for ticket prices — Enjoy an enchanting evening of storytelling and music with Garrison Keillor.
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Freedom is what you do with what's been done to you.
~ Jean-Paul Sartre
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