Good morning, Spartanburg.

Upstate nonprofits are asking for volunteers this holiday season to help with serving meals, sorting donations and sponsoring families.

Organizations like Miracle Hill Ministries, the Salvation Army, United Ministries and Habitat for Humanity of Spartanburg require online registration and may ask volunteers to fill out waivers — efforts that meet rising community needs across the region.

Spartanburg held its 31st Dickens community event on December 2 in a closed downtown square where residents enjoyed a tree lighting, food vendors+live nativity and holiday performances on winter-decorated sidewalks.

The event brought a festive spirit to the community with festive shopping and entertainment options.

McDonald's released a limited-time Grinch meal in South Carolina on December 2—customers could choose a Big Mac or Chicken McNuggets with Dill Pickle Grinch Salt McShaker Fries, a medium drink and a pair of themed socks to celebrate the holiday season.

Greenville-Spartanburg International Airport opened its third parking garage yesterday; the $97 million facility—offering 750 public parking spaces and 750 ready-return rental car spaces—will ease holiday travel as space fills quickly.

Today, heavy winter weather can cut off power, heat and communications from homes and offices.

Residents are urged to dress in layers and winterize vehicles—checking oil, tires and antifreeze—to stay safe on icy roads.

AT&T will pay up to $7,500 to customers affected by data breaches in March and July 2024; eligible customers must file claims by Dec.

18 to receive either documented loss payments or tiered cash awards. Final court approval is set for Jan. 15, 2026 — the payment amount will depend on the number of claims filed and available funds.

Spartanburg County Council will vote on a Dec.

8 ordinance offering tax incentives for Project Spero + a planned $3 billion high-performance computing facility that would lower a company's tax rate to 4 percent if approved as its second major data center project this year.

Four schools in Spartanburg County reported measles exposure—Hendrix Elementary quarantined 40 students, Mabry Middle 13, Chapman High 5 and Tyger River Elementary 17, with healthy students set to return to classes between Dec.

11 and Dec. 15; officials also noted 14 new measles cases in the state since Friday.

The SCHSL football championships will be held at Oliver C.

Dawson Stadium in Orangeburg on Dec. 5 and Dec. 6 with games broadcast on Sinclair stations and streamed live on NFHS Network for an $11.99 monthly subscription. Tickets cost $20 per day, parking is $10 per car, and gates open at 11 a.m.

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.

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.

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.