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Spartanburg
Monday, November 24th, 2025
Good morning, Spartanburg. Here's your local news at a glance for Monday, the 24th of November.
COMMUNITY NEWS
- ➤ Pastor Sylvia Dawkins of God's Mt. Calvary hosted her 57th annual Thanksgiving feeding event at Beacon Drive-In today, serving meals and offering hope to families facing food insecurity. She has distributed around 50,000 plates over the years and aims to feed 1 million people as hunger grows in the community — her mission spanning the southeast. WSPA
ECONOMY NEWS
- ➤ Spartanburg County council approved first reading FILOT tax breaks for Project Spero at its November 17 meeting, which could allow an undisclosed company to invest nearly $3 billion+ create around 50 jobs. The county will hold a public hearing and further review the project in December as officials expect the company to announce its plans soon. The Post and Courier
EDUCATION NEWS
- ➤ The Upstate Young Marines celebrated their 2025 graduating recruit class Saturday at the Rupert Hughes Veteran Center, marking over 20 years of building young leaders. Volunteer Ashley Lawton, named the 2025 Regimental Adult Volunteer of the Year, said her son Quinn—awarded the 2025 Division 2 Young Marine of the Year and now a Sergeant Major—helped guide new recruits who learn teamwork and discipline—skills that last a lifetime—through the volunteer program. WYFF
HEALTH NEWS
- ➤ USC Upstate has received a $1,353,520 grant from The Duke Endowment to start the CHAMPS Beatty Center—a medical—legal partnership that will help low-income families in Spartanburg, Union, and Cherokee counties with legal issues that can affect children’s health. The center will hire a social worker, administrative staff, and student interns while working with local healthcare groups and will start taking referrals in early 2026. Spartanburg.com
SPORTS NEWS
- ➤ Furman men's soccer advanced to the Sweet 16 of the NCAA tournament with a 1-0 win over Western Michigan at Eugene Stone III Soccer Stadium on Nov. 23 — Trip Campbell scored with assists from Diego Hernandez and Wilfer Bustamante. The Paladins will host unseeded Hofstra on either Nov. 29 or Nov. 30. Go Upstate
- ➤ South Carolina women's basketball will face Duke on November 26 at 4:30 p.m. ET in Las Vegas in the inaugural Players Era Women’s Championship tournament — they will play either Texas or UCLA on November 27 at 8 p.m. or 10:30 p.m. ET on Tru TV. Go Upstate
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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.
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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.
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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.
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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.
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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.
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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.
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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.
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Bingo Loco
7-8:30 p.m. — Spartanburg Memorial Auditorium — $30 add-on for Alcove Upgrade — Experience a lively bingo night with an exclusive pre-show lounge access.
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Andrew Peterson Concert
7-8:30 p.m. — Spartanburg Memorial Auditorium — $30 add-on for Alcove Upgrade Experience — Enjoy a cozy pre-show atmosphere with private bar service and complimentary cocktails.
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