Wednesday, June 18th, 2025

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Good morning, Spartanburg. Here's your local news at a glance for Wednesday, the 18th of June.
ACCIDENTS NEWS
- ➤ A driver died in a single-vehicle crash Monday night at 8:38 p.m. on Rainbow Lake Road near Low Lane when a 2006 Mercury sedan left the road, hit a utility pole and then a tree—investigation continues as the Spartanburg County Coroner’s Office has not yet identified the driver. WSPA
CRIME NEWS
- ➤ 38-year-old Jonathan Adam Sarratt, who has been in prison for meth trafficking, burglary, and stolen vehicle charges since 2019, pleaded guilty to conspiracy to distribute meth and was given a 25-year federal sentence — it also adds a five-year supervision period and a $1 million fine based on evidence that since early 2023 he sent over 250 kilograms of meth to a trafficking ring. WSPA
- ➤ Conway teen Daniel Fox Fischer, 17, was arrested on June 9 on terrorism charges after he spent months trying to join ISIS and learning bomb-making techniques from videos and manuals that showed his intent to target property in the state—his case will be prosecuted by the 15th Circuit Solicitor’s Office. WSPA
- ➤ A 69-year-old man, identified as Jerry Eugene Radford of Inman, died Monday night in Spartanburg County when his car veered off Rainbow Lake Road near Lowe Lane and hit a utility pole+tree at the scene. WYFF
SPORTS NEWS
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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.
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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.
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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.
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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.
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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.
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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.
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Fretwell Market
9 AM - 1 PM — Fretwell — Free entry — Explore seasonal food, local crafts, and community spirit at this vibrant monthly market.
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City of Spartanburg Music on Main
5:30-11:30 p.m. — Downtown Spartanburg — Free entry — Enjoy a rockin' good time at Spartanburg's most anticipated summer concert series featuring hot local bands.
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Moneybagg Yo Concert
8:00-9:30 p.m. — Spartanburg Memorial Auditorium — Ticket prices vary — Experience live hip-hop from Moneybagg Yo, a rising star from South Memphis.
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