Here's your local news at a glance for Wednesday, the 10th of June.
Good morning, Spartanburg.
A new Panera Bread opens in Duncan on Thursday at 1664 E Main St. The bakery-café creates 25 to 30 jobs and awards the first 100 guests free meals for a year while nonprofits can host fundraising events through Sept.
11.
The Town of Duncan announced on Facebook that a new Publix grocery store will soon open at the corner of Highway 29 and Pine Ridge, adding another convenient shopping option for local residents.
The store marks Publix's continued growth in the area.
The Spartanburg Science Center will host Little STEM Saturday on June 13 from 10 to 11 a.m. for children ages 5 to 10, offering a free science workshop on our lungs and respiratory system; families must reserve spots by calling (864) 583-2777.
Residents in Spartanburg can vote for the best high school girls track and field athlete in the Upstate until noon on June 14.
Finalists from schools in Greenville, Spartanburg, and Anderson include top competitors such as Ava Lindsey (home schooled), Rebecca Okebe, Amari Rambert, Janilah Rhodes, Keanna Tate, and Riley Vaughn.
The Hub City Spartanburgers will host Jurassic Fifth Third Park Night on Thursday, June 11 at Fifth Third Park — 300 W.
Henry Street — as they face the Asheville Tourists. The ticket package includes a game ticket, Dino Bucket Hat, and pre-game experience with first pitch at 6:35 p.m.
Voting remains open for the Upstate best high school boys track and field athlete contest, with finalists from Greenville, Spartanburg and Anderson including Reid Finley, Chanin Harris, Luke Hurley, Caden Johnston, Mekhi Malcolm, Alex Munguia and Keilon Tucker.
Ballots can be cast until noon June 14.
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.
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