Good morning, Spartanburg.

Town leaders in Honea Path began demolishing the historic Chiquola Mill site using a $2.6 million EPA brownfields grant, with demolition expected to last 120 days; afterward, developers will be recruited to transform the area while locals recall the mill’s storied past (including Bloody Thursday).

A PODS report shows Greenville-Spartanburg ranked fifth nationwide for moves as people from big cities seek affordable living, job opportunities, and outdoor recreation.

The study tracked moves from Jan. 2025 to March and noted a surge of younger residents drawn to new beginnings.

Spartanburg County School District 6 provided free summer meals for children 18 and younger starting June 1 and running until July 24.

Breakfast and lunch were served Monday through Thursday until June 25, with options at Dorman High School starting July 6 (free dinner is offered from July 13 to 17).

The 2026 hurricane season started on June 1, and forecast models show eight to 14 storms with up to six hurricanes expected.

Weather experts advise residents to stay ready for heavy rain and floods as recovery efforts from past storms continue.

Peabo Bryson, a Grammy-winning singer (known for Disney classics), is under medical care after suffering a stroke and no further details have been released.

Local high school sports fans can vote for the final Upstate Ingles high school boys athlete of the week at the SCHSL state championships.

The poll closes at noon June 4 and voters can choose from candidates CJ Aubuchon, Palmer Hornick, and Cesar Ochoa.

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.

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.

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.

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.

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.

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.

Jill Sprague & The Daylight Concert

6-9 p.m. — Fretwell — $10 — Experience an evening of local Folk Rock/Americana melodies performed by Jill Sprague and her band.