Good morning, Spartanburg.

OneSpartanburg, Inc. is among three national finalists for the U.S. Chamber of the Year Award after highlighting its OneSpartanburg Vision Plan and small business programs.

The final winner will be announced today at the ACCE Annual Convention in New Orleans.

Gas prices reached $4 a gallon nationally on Monday, Jul.

20 and local pumps in Spartanburg appear to follow this trend — drivers may soon notice higher prices at the pump.

Spartanburg Public Libraries hosts the 2026 Summer Reading Challenge until July 31.

Readers of all ages must complete 13 books or 13 hours of reading and return a card at any county branch to earn a prize.

South Carolina health officials are tracking a cyclosporiasis outbreak linked to Taylor Farms lettuce used at Taco Bell, with 16 cases reported so far — the CDC and FDA are working with international partners to confirm the source and prevent more illnesses.

The Hub City Spartanburgers played their first game after the break on July 17 at Fifth Third Park and lost 10 to 6 to the Greensboro Grasshoppers in a game featuring eight home runs.

The loss lowers their record to 6 to 16 in the second half.

High school football fans can vote for Upstate Ingles preseason top defensive lineman from a group featuring standout players from Greenville, Spartanburg and Anderson; the poll accepts multiple votes until noon July 23.

Nature Art Workshop

9 AM – 12 PM — Spartanburg Science Center — Fee required — Dive into a week of creativity with nature-themed arts and crafts projects.