Good morning, Spartanburg.

Data from the South Carolina Department of Public Safety shows Spartanburg County leads the state with 31 traffic fatalities while Greenville and Anderson counties report 15 and 10 deaths respectively — officials said many of these crashes can be prevented if drivers slow down and obey speed limits.

AESC paused construction on its $1.6B battery factory in Florence due to policy and market uncertainty and has invested over $1B into the project — the company plans to resume work and create 1,600 jobs when conditions improve.

BMW said its Woodruff facility will still begin high-voltage battery module production in 2026.

Multiple family-friendly festivals will take place in the Upstate this June—events range from the Greenville Mimosa Festival on June 7 and a wedding expo on June 10 to a hair and yoga festival later in the month, offering live music, food vendors and cultural displays in Greenville, Spartanburg and Anderson.

The 2025 BMW Charity Pro-Am will end a four-week run on the Korn Ferry Tour with matches played at Thornblade — Spartanburg’s Carolina Country Club serving as a satellite course.

The event will feature celebrities such as Clint Dempsey, Jermaine Kearse, and Ryan Leaf playing alongside professional and amateur golfers while benefiting charities like Carolina Adaptive Golf.

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.

Southeast Crab Feast

5-7:30 p.m. — Duncan Estate — Ticket required — Enjoy all-you-can-eat blue crabs in a family-friendly atmosphere with music.

Breakthrough Basketball Skills Camp

June 30th - July 2nd — Upward Star Center — $97 fee for observing coaches — Boost your basketball skills and confidence at this high-intensity youth camp in Spartanburg.