Good morning, Spartanburg.

City officials moved a nearly 40-foot cedar tree from Old City Cemetery to Denny’s Plaza for the Dickens of a Christmas event after it was damaged by Hurricane Helene.

Community members are upset and want more town input while officials will plant a new tree—teams used ground-penetrating radar to ensure no graves were disturbed.

A gas leak near Chesnee led to the closure of Battleground Road from Highway 221 to Old Airport Road, and Chesnee and Mayo Fire Departments responded to the incident.

Officials advise drivers to use alternate routes — the area remains off limits pending further updates.

First Solar announced a $330 million production facility at 121 Logistics Drive in Gaffney—set to create over 600 jobs and start operations in the second half of 2026—boosting its local solar manufacturing efforts.

Spartanburg Housing Authority started an internal review and increased pest control at Archibald Rutledge apartments after residents complained of bed bug bites+ they held two meetings on November 10 and expect contractors to work in the coming days to address the issue.

State health officials said one new measles case was reported since Tuesday, bringing the total to 47 in 2025—investigations into potential exposures continue and 18 people remain quarantined as part of the outbreak.

The BMW Charity Pro-Am golf tournament will be played at the Country Club of Spartanburg in 2026—replacing its longtime host, Carolina Country Club.

The event will continue to use the Thornblade Club in Greer and is expected to draw 45,000 spectators.

SCHSL set the high school football quarterfinal matchups, with teams to play on November 21 and the championship games set for November 28.

The state title games will be held December 5—6 at Oliver C. Dawson Stadium in Orangeburg.

NUTCRACKER! Magical Christmas Ballet

3:00 – 4:30 PM — Spartanburg Memorial Auditorium — $30 for Alcove Upgrade — Experience the joy of a spectacular holiday ballet with an international cast and whimsical puppetry.

Lindsey Stirling Concert

7-9:30 p.m. — Spartanburg Memorial Auditorium — Upgrade for $30 for exclusive pre-show access — Experience the enchantment of Lindsey Stirling's electronic violin performance.

Dolly Parton's Smoky Mountain Christmas Carol

6-8 p.m. — Spartanburg Memorial Auditorium — Ticket prices vary — Enjoy a heartwarming musical featuring Dolly Parton's beloved songs this holiday season.

Elmo and Friends Say Hello

6-7:30 p.m. — Spartanburg Memorial Auditorium — Ticket prices vary — Enjoy a delightful show with Elmo, Abby, and friends from Sesame Street.

Napoleon Dynamite Live

7:30-9:00 PM — Spartanburg Memorial Auditorium — $30 for Alcove Upgrade — Experience the cherished indie classic with the added luxury of pre-show lounge access and refreshments.

Wheel Of Fortune Live!

7:00-8:30 p.m. — Spartanburg Memorial Auditorium — Ticket purchase required — Test your luck as a contestant on the iconic game show stage.

Tchaikovsky’s The Nutcracker

7 p.m. — Twichell Auditorium — Ticket prices vary — Celebrate the holiday favorite with new costumes and choreography featuring Clara's magical Christmas Eve adventures.

Santa Fun Run 5K in Inman, SC

8:45 a.m. — Leroy Mathis Park — Donation of a new toy required — Celebrate the holiday while running for a good cause by bringing a toy for a child in need.

Jim Brickman: The Gift of Christmas

2:30-4:30 PM — Spartanburg Memorial Auditorium — Ticket information available — Experience the captivating piano melodies of Jim Brickman during his holiday concert.