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Spartanburg
Wednesday, December 18th, 2024
Good morning, Spartanburg. Here's your local news at a glance for Wednesday, the 18th of December.
COMMUNITY NEWS
- ➤ An Upstate nonprofit, Christmas Shoes, is delivering new shoes to needy children in Greenville, Spartanburg, and Pickens counties, enhancing their Christmas and boosting their self-esteem. WYFF
- ➤ Spartanburg plans a $15 million redevelopment of Morgan Square to enhance pedestrian accessibility and diversify event hosting, with construction set to start in late spring or early summer. WYFF
- ➤ Dozens of Spartanburg County children, affected by tragedy, enjoyed a 'Shop with a Sheriff' holiday spree with funds provided by Target. WYFF
- ➤ Spartanburg County, S.C., celebrated the official dedication of its new $120 million state-of-the-art courthouse designed to serve current and future generations. WSPA
- ➤ Kevin McKeon joined the Navy to preempt his draft during the Vietnam War, served as an Electronics Technician, and now leads a veterans support organization. WSPA
ACCIDENTS NEWS
- ➤ The South Carolina Department of Transportation closed a lane on I-26 for emergency bridge repairs, potentially causing delays. Go Upstate
CULTURE NEWS
- ➤ Country music legend Travis Tritt is scheduled to perform in Spartanburg, South Carolina, during his upcoming tour, with tickets on sale this Friday. WYFF
- ➤ Kirk Neely reflects on his final column, emphasizing the power of kindness, storytelling, and the legacy of Sergeant Richard Kirkland's compassion during the Civil War. Go Upstate
ECONOMY NEWS
- ➤ Car insurance rates have soared up to 50% in the last four years, driving consumers to find savings methods, though experts caution against reducing coverage which may lead to legal vulnerabilities. WSPA
TODAY'S FOOD FOR THOUGHT
I am not afraid of storms, for I am learning how to sail my ship.
~ Louisa May Alcott
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