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Wednesday, June 25th, 2025

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Good morning, Spartanburg. Here's your local news at a glance for Wednesday, the 25th of June.

COMMUNITY NEWS

  • Saluda Grade Trails Conservancy purchased a 31.5-mile rail corridor on June 17 from Norfolk Southern for $28.5 million — the group plans to turn the unused track into a recreational trail running from Inman to Zirconia. They will now raise money for planning, design, and construction — with hopes of linking the new trail to local systems like the Daniel Morgan and Ecusta trails.  WSPA

CRIME NEWS

  • Former bookkeeper Jennifer Bengston Cook from Greer was sentenced on June 18 to three years in federal prison and ordered to pay nearly $2.3 million in restitution after stealing from SSRC Inc. in Duncan—leaving the company with a large tax bill and added financial burdens.  The Post and Courier

GOVERNMENT NEWS

  • Senator Josh Kimbrell from Spartanburg announced on social media Monday night that he is running for governor and will launch his campaign Saturday at Carolina Day at Bowen’s Landing on Highway 9 in Inman — he said he is ready to lead South Carolina Forward.  WSPA

HEALTH NEWS

  • Prisma Health EMS in Greenville County is now using a new plastic device that cools heatstroke victims by submerging them in water and ice to bring their body temperatures to safe levels in about 15 or 20 minutes — the tool is shared with other first responders to help lower severe heatstroke risks.  WYFF

EVENTS

SUBMIT EVENT
  • 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.

    Thu, 6/26/25

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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.

    Fri, 6/27/25

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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.

    Sat, 6/28/25

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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.

    Sun, 6/29/25

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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.

    Mon, 6/30/25

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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.

    Sat, 7/5/25

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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.

    Thu, 7/17/25

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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.

    Fri, 7/18/25

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