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Friday, June 27th, 2025
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Good morning, Spartanburg. Here's your local news at a glance for Friday, the 27th of June.
COMMUNITY NEWS
- ➤ Spartanburg city leaders announced plans to relocate and rebuild the Bethlehem Center—an almost century-old hub on Highland Avenue that has primarily served African American families since the 1950s—into a modern facility at Highland and Daniel Morgan Avenue after the city donated land in late May. A multi‐million dollar fundraising campaign is underway under the Movement 2030 plan, and no construction start date has been set. WSPA
- ➤ The City of Spartanburg will host its annual Red, White and Boom celebration on July 4 at Fifth Third Park downtown alongside a Winston-Salem Dash game that starts at 4:35 p.m., with ticket holders given first come first served access to field seating. After the game, the free public event will continue with fireworks scheduled to begin at 9:15 p.m. and patrons are allowed to bring blankets — chairs are not permitted. Spartanburg.com
HEALTH NEWS
- ➤ The South Carolina Department of Natural Resources noted that three of the six native venomous snakes, including copperheads, are found in the Upstate. Doctors from Prisma Health and Fetch Specialty advise that if bitten, people and pet owners must get immediate emergency care for CroFab treatment—avoiding harmful home remedies. WSPA
- ➤ Bon Secours announced Thursday that it reached a contract agreement with UnitedHealthcare to avoid any patient care disruptions as the previous deal was set to expire after June 30. The new agreement includes higher reimbursement rates and keeps 30,000 UnitedHealthcare customers in-network at Bon Secours facilities (hospitals, urgent care clinics, and doctors). WSPA
- ➤ Bon Secours and UnitedHealthcare reached an agreement Thursday that will keep 30,000 Upstate patients in-network when the deal takes effect on July 1—this contract covers all UnitedHealthcare South Carolina plans including commercial, Medicare Advantage, Exchange and Veterans Affairs. WYFF
- ➤ Spartanburg Water said a boil water advisory issued Monday after a large water main break that caused low pressure in Spartanburg, Inman and Wellford was repealed after repairs were completed. Water samples analyzed by a certified lab confirmed the water meets state and federal standards—officials lifted the advisory. WSPA
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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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