Monday, August 11th, 2025

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Good morning, Spartanburg. Here's your local news at a glance for Monday, the 11th of August.
BUSINESS NEWS
- ➤ Spartanburg’s WestGate Mall banned mall walkers (after security saw them letting others in before opening) and a sign in the food court states the mall walking program is suspended from April 1 until August 31 (a measure meant to improve safety following years of disruptive behavior). The Post and Courier
- ➤ Milo's Tea Company announced today that it is targeting over $1 billion in retail sales by 2027 after opening its fourth manufacturing and distribution facility in Spartanburg, a $200 million site set to hire about 200 associates when fully staffed — this move marks a major step for the family-owned business. The company has grown from 50 to nearly 1,000 workers in the past decade — its beverages are now sold in more than 55,000 stores across the nation. Spartanburg.com
- ➤ Three local businesses have set up shop along the Rail Trail in downtown Spartanburg as photos from July 15 show the Rail Yard area bustling with new developments. Hub City Gym, led by owner Justin Rollins—a three-time Boston Marathon runner—reopened with plans to blend daily fitness classes with trail activities while BoxCar Apartments and Ciclops Cyderi and Brewery add to the neighborhood's mixed-use growth. Go Upstate
CULTURE NEWS
- ➤ South Carolina named the Carolina wolf spider its official state spider in 2000 when Gov Jim Hodges signed the measure, and the large spider hunts on the ground and hides in logs and gardens—its bite may hurt like a bee sting but is not life threatening. Go Upstate
ENVIRONMENT NEWS
- ➤ Residents in Spartanburg will see cooler weather in late September that leads to fall colors in red, orange, and yellow. State parks say the best colors are expected from mid-October to early November if sunny days and cool nights continue—weather influences the brightness of each year’s display. Go Upstate
GOVERNMENT NEWS
- ➤ State Treasurer Curtis Loftis announced today that South Carolina’s credit ratings were reaffirmed by S&P Global — Moody’s — and Fitch Rating Services. The reaffirmations include a AAA rating and stable outlook from Fitch, an Aaa rating from Moody’s, and a AA+ rating with a stable outlook from S&P, reflecting the state’s sound financial management. Spartanburg.com
SPORTS NEWS
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Lawson Brothers Band Live Performance
7 PM - 1 AM — Local Hiker Pub — Entry details not specified — Enjoy a high-energy blend of country music from the dynamic Lawson Brothers DUO.
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Free Shred Event for Financial Privacy
9 AM – 1 PM — South Carolina Federal Credit Union — Free event — Protect your privacy while donating to the Harvest Hope Food Bank.
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5th Annual Jazz in the Garden
5-8 p.m. — Indigo Hall & Events — Enjoy jazz music — Experience a captivating evening featuring trombonist Hank Bilal at this beloved annual event.
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