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Tuesday, July 8th, 2025
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Good morning, Spartanburg. Here's your local news at a glance for Tuesday, the 8th of July.
CRIME NEWS
- ➤ SLED confirmed it began an investigation in September 2024 into former Spartanburg Sheriff Chuck Wright for alleged misuse of a credit card and possible efforts to acquire drugs — the probe is also examining funds managed by his former chaplain for breach of trust. The Post and Courier
CULTURE NEWS
- ➤ Spartanburg Art Museum, founded in 1907, has served our community for over 100 years and shows fresh contemporary art from around the world—bringing international and local artists together. The museum continues to offer new exhibitions and events that invite everyone to explore creative ideas. Spartanburg.com
ECONOMY NEWS
- ➤ Woodruff is set for major growth as over 6,000 new homes, job-creating investments from companies like AIRSYS Cooling Technologies and BMW Group, and plans for a new $100 million high school opening in August 2026 boost downtown development—local officials and shop owners say these projects will transform the town’s future. The Post and Courier
GOVERNMENT NEWS
- ➤ Mayor Jerome Rice released a letter on Monday urging residents to help curb gun violence by choosing nonviolent paths and promoting responsible gun ownership—while Police Chief Alonzo Thompson noted that rising shootings and a spike in stolen firearms, many involving youth, have heightened safety concerns in Spartanburg. WSPA
- ➤ The Spartanburg County GOP made the Sheriff candidate debate free after public backlash and will refund tickets already purchased. The debate will take place at Twitchell Auditorium at Converse University on July 11 at 6:15 p.m.—candidate Adam Crisp has withdrawn after controversial remarks by the county GOP chairman. Go Upstate
SPORTS NEWS
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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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Backyard Movie Nights: Night at the Museum
8-10:30 p.m. — Spartanburg Marriott — Free entry — Enjoy a magical evening under the stars with the family-friendly film Night at the Museum.
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Fretwell Market
9 AM - 1 PM — Fretwell — Free entry — Explore seasonal food, local gifts, and artisan crafts at this vibrant community market.
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TODAY'S FOOD FOR THOUGHT
Good judgment comes from experience, and a lot of that comes from bad judgment.
~ Will Rogers
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