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Saturday, September 27th, 2025
Good morning, Spartanburg. Here's your local news at a glance for Saturday, the 27th of September.
COMMUNITY NEWS
- ➤ Spartanburg County Emergency Services is asking groups of three or more to help clean up remaining Hurricane Helene debris this Fall – several local partners have already scheduled service days and donations are also welcome. WSPA
- ➤ Fall festivals are taking place across the Upstate as the season begins; in Spartanburg, the Piedmont Interstate Fair runs from Oct 7 to 12 offering rides, contests and live acts, a Fire Department Open House on Oct 12 provides interactive safety tours, and events at Spartanburg Community College and CC Woodson on Oct 18 bring live music and food trucks — all designed for family fun. These events, many with free admission, mark a busy fall schedule for local communities. Go Upstate
- ➤ A year after Hurricane Helene hit, local animal shelters in Spartanburg rehomed pets left behind as families evacuated and reunited them with their owners—marking a hopeful turn after tough days. The shelters urge residents to include pets in future evacuation plans. WSPA
EDUCATION NEWS
- ➤ A new Artificial Intelligence class at Daniel Morgan Technology Center is helping Spartanburg high school students prepare for jobs in fields like entertainment, healthcare, and manufacturing—teacher David Thornton developed the curriculum with local state partners and said future courses will include Microsoft Azure certificates and partnerships with local companies. WSPA
ENVIRONMENT NEWS
- ➤ The National Weather Service said a tropical wave may have become a depression over the weekend as it interacts with Hurricane Humberto—if it strengthens into Tropical Storm Imelda, heavy rain and strong winds could hit parts of the Carolinas early next week. Residents are urged to prepare an emergency kit and monitor local forecasts for updates. Go Upstate
GOVERNMENT NEWS
- ➤ South Carolina Gov. Henry McMaster declared a State of Emergency yesterday to prepare for Tropical Disturbance 94L, which forecasters say may turn into a tropical storm and bring heavy rains and flooding statewide—his executive order activates emergency plans and allows state agencies to seek FEMA reimbursement. WYFF
- ➤ City Council voted 4—2 on Sept. 22 to remove Spartanburg’s Morgan Square clock tower that has stood as a local landmark for over 40 years, as plans to redesign the square with a new clock tower move forward. City Manager Chris Story said restoring the tower would cost up to $900,000, and some residents worry about losing a key piece of the city’s history. The Post and Courier
HEALTH NEWS
- ➤ The South Carolina Department of Public Health confirmed a measles case in an Upstate resident that marked the fourth case since July, with the unvaccinated patient placed in isolation to prevent virus spread — officials advise those infected to stay home for four days after the rash appears. WSPA
SPORTS NEWS
- ➤ Today, the Daniel Lions beat the Seneca Bobcats 27—16 in the Game of the Week, marking nine straight wins in a rivalry that began in 2017. The teams exchanged scores with key plays by Amari Verner and Damien Curry that helped the Lions overcome an early deficit for the win. WYFF
- ➤ Dorman football won 33-21 against Byrnes at Nixon Field on Sept 26 by improving to a 2-0 record in Region 2-AAAAA as Ja'Bez Thomas scored the game-sealing touchdown. Go Upstate
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Reed Timmer: Extreme Meteorologist
7:30-9 p.m. — Spartanburg Memorial Auditorium — $30 add-on for lounge access — Experience a thrilling talk from storm chaser Dr. Reed Timmer as he shares his adventures chasing the planet's most powerful storms.
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The New York Bee Gees Concert
8:00 – 9:30 PM — Spartanburg Memorial Auditorium — $30 for Alcove Upgrade — Experience the tribute to the Bee Gees with a premium pre-show lounge atmosphere.
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The SteelDrivers with Special Guest Sam Lewis
7:00 – 8:30 p.m. — Spartanburg Memorial Auditorium — Tickets required — Experience the unique blend of bluegrass soul from the SteelDrivers and the soulful storytelling of Sam Lewis.
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