Good morning, Spartanburg.

The Goo Goo Dolls, known for hits Iris and Name, will perform at CCNB Amphitheatre at Heritage Park in Simpsonville on Sunday, Aug.

30 at 7:30 p.m. (Neon Trees will join as special guests) and tickets can be purchased via Ticketmaster.

Cooling centers (including Miracle Hill Ministries and county offices) are open as heat and scattered thunderstorms push temperatures toward triple digits today, and authorities warn residents to stay hydrated and check on neighbors.

Residents have support until a cool-down brings relief on Tuesday, June 16.

Federal agencies announced that paper Social Security checks will end this year to boost security — South Carolina recipients are urged to switch to electronic payments such as direct deposit or prepaid debit cards to avoid delays.

Public health officials confirmed a measles case in Beaufort County on June 12, 2026 in an adult with unconfirmed immunity, separate from the earlier Hampton County case.

DPH identified exposure sites and urges monitoring for symptoms + vaccination to curb further spread.

Powdersville's Brody Pike, a 6-foot-2 UAB signee, was named the Gatorade SC Boys Soccer Player of the Year on June 12 after leading his team to a state title — he scored five goals with an assist in the 6–1 championship win.

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.