Here's your local news at a glance for Friday, the 2nd of October.
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💼 Business
Global Transplant Solutions, a Spartanburg business, sold 500,000 liters of liquid that keeps organs viable for transplant — roughly supporting 50,000 to 60,000 procedures — and has since expanded its facility and delivery fleet to serve customers nationwide.
🎭 Culture
Spartanburg’s International Festival returns tomorrow from 11 a.m. to 7 p.m. downtown with global food, music, dance and cultural displays, featuring the Parade of Nations at 2 p.m. and a Kids Zone for family activities.
Proud Mary Theatre Company will present Stage Frights at 210 Henry Place on Friday, Oct.
9 and Saturday, Oct. 10. The $25 general admission covers a Broadway Backwards Cabaret led by Ben Chumley + a dessert reception following each evening performance.
🎓 Education
Today, Wofford College announced its new BOSS Scholars program offering renewable up to $15,000 scholarships with mentoring for 22 incoming STEM students scheduled for fall 2027 and fall 2028 in Spartanburg.
Eligible applicants must meet financial need and academic standards, and they have until Jan. 15 to apply.
🏥 Health
Spartanburg Medical Center Mary Black Campus opened its adolescent mental health unit on Thursday, Oct.
1. Hospital officials said the new unit is designed to provide extra care for teens in need.
🏈 Sports
Trenton Lynch is 172 rushing yards away from breaking Spartanburg’s all-time record set in 1978 + he discussed his pursuit of the top spot.
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