Good morning, Spartanburg.

A Spartanburg County man, Thomas Bradley Solesbee, pleaded guilty to charges including trafficking methamphetamine, fentanyl, and possessing firearms and was sentenced to 20 years for drug trafficking that spanned several incidents from August 2020 to March 27—with a $50,000 fine added to his record due to his previous convictions.

A drug deal at a Simpsonville gas station ended with a 28-year-old Greenville man dying 45 minutes after receiving fentanyl from Mylique McFadden, who was convicted by a federal jury and now faces a minimum 20-year prison term—sentencing to follow after evidence showed he arranged multiple drug sales.

Captain Steve Henderson, 49, of Duncan, died in a head-on motorcycle crash on Highway 183 at about 8:15 p.m. Thursday when his motorcycle collided with an SUV+ the injured driver was taken to hospital as confirmed by the Spartanburg County Sheriff’s Department, where Henderson served over 19 years.

Three-year-old Peter Duncan from our area will appear in the annual Down syndrome video presentation in Times Square on Sept.

6 — his mom said he lights up every room he enters. The one-hour show will be livestreamed on Facebook from 9:30-10:30 a.m. ET and kicks off the New York City Buddy Walk events held across the country.

Greenville-Spartanburg International Airport now offers many affordable flights for late summer and fall 2025—options include one-way trips to Pittsburgh on September 4 and round-trip fares to Boston from October 8 to 15.

Travelers should check current prices as fares may change soon.

Restaurant Week offers 11 days of discounted meals at 65 eateries in the Upstate until August 24—Spartanburg hosts eight restaurants, and diners should call ahead to confirm deals as specials may change.

Greenville natives Allen Stancil and Kristen McCall will represent the USA at the 2025 World Transplant Games in Dresden, Germany from Aug.

17–24 as they compete in track and field events—Stancil is a heart transplant recipient and McCall is a two-time kidney recipient overcoming serious health challenges.

South Carolina women’s basketball will begin the 2025–26 season on Nov.

3 against Grand Canyon University at Colonial Life Arena—later games include non-conference matchups with Clemson, Winthrop, Queens and Coppin State and several SEC contests, with additional details to be announced. Coach Dawn Staley’s team will also play a home-and-home series in Phoenix with GCU in 2027.

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.

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.

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.

YMCA Strong Kids Triathlon

8-11 a.m. — Prisma Health Family YMCA — Family-friendly event — Watch kids showcase their athletic skills in a fun-filled triathlon competition.

Switch A Roos Consignment Sale

All day — Piedmont Interstate Fair — Free entry — Experience the Upstate's premier children's consignment sale featuring top brands and great prices.