Here's your local news at a glance for Thursday, the 19th of June.
Good morning, Spartanburg.
Glendale Nature Park is now open in Spartanburg County, giving residents 945 acres and over three miles of unpaved trails for hiking — county leaders developed the multi-million dollar project near the Glendale Mill area and said they will add paved trails later.
Dozens of 7NEWS employees volunteered at Middle Tyger Community Center in Lyman on Wednesday to mark Nexstar’s Founder’s Day of Caring.
They cooked meals, packed food items and did yard work—also spending time with youth campers at a nearby church day camp.
Firefighters found a body near a burning vehicle late Tuesday at 11:55 p.m. on Woodburn Road—Pinecrest Road in Spartanburg, and investigators identified the victim as 34-year-old Mequez Bernard Geer while launching a suspicious death investigation.
An upstate musician was shot on I-85 on June 15 when a white four-door sedan with tinted windows followed his car and fired six shots—two of which hit him—leaving his vehicle riddled with holes while deputies investigate the case.
On June 18, Parella’s Pals featured (Wonderful World of Waffles) with 10 year old Khenti G (a student from Berea Elementary School) serving waffles.
Juneteenth commemorates the end of slavery and is celebrated today even though it is not a state holiday; the Spartanburg city office is closed while Greenville and Spartanburg County offices remain open.
Federal buildings—including the U.S. Postal Service—and major banks will be closed, but many retailers like Target and Walmart will operate.
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.
Fretwell Market
9 AM - 1 PM — Fretwell — Free entry — Explore seasonal food, local crafts, and community spirit at this vibrant monthly market.
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.
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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