Barnet Park Rules Set for Today’s Spartanburg Event
Spartanburg’s Parks, Recreation & Special Events office reminded attendees of rules for an event at Barnet Park. The city said there will be no coolers or outside food, and pets and smoking are not allowed.
| Jun 22, 2026 at 10:20 PM |
Juneteenth Celebration Festival at Barnet Park
The City of Spartanburg’s Parks, Recreation & Special Events will hold a Juneteenth Celebration Festival at Barnet Park from 4 p.m. to 10 p.m. Admission is free.
| Jun 22, 2026 at 10:20 PM |
Spartanburg City Council Meeting Video Delayed to Tuesday
The City of Spartanburg said technical difficulties will delay access to tonight’s City Council meeting video. It will be available on the city website on Tuesday, June 23.
| Jun 22, 2026 at 10:20 PM |
Spartanburg Fire Department to Train at Kanpai Site
The Spartanburg Fire Department said its crews will conduct training exercises at a Kanpai property starting June 22, 2026, before demolition begins. The department thanked Clayton Construction Company, Demtek, and the property owners for allowing the training.
| Jun 22, 2026 at 10:20 PM |
Spartanburg Schools Announces D6 Summer Reading Camp Theme
Spartanburg Schools says its D6 Summer Reading Camp theme is “Plant a Seed: Read!” The school district credits books, hands-on learning, and personalized reading support for helping students grow as readers, writers, and thinkers.
| Jun 22, 2026 at 10:20 PM |
Spartanburg Police Corrects Rumors About Shooting
Spartanburg Police said incorrect information is spreading about a shooting earlier today. The department confirmed the shooting occurred on Whitlock Street and not at Cleveland Academy of Leadership or the T.K. Gregg Community Center.
| Jun 22, 2026 at 8:20 PM |
Jasmine Guillory Appears at Spartanburg Library
Spartanburg County Public Libraries said Jasmine Guillory visited its Headquarters Library in downtown Spartanburg last Friday. The library described the evening as “Ladies Night Out” with questions, laughter, and “a hint of spice.”
| Jun 22, 2026 at 2:20 PM |
YMCA Sponsors Youth Sports Night at Fifth Third Park
The YMCA of Greater Spartanburg said it will serve as the main event sponsor of Youth Sports Night at Fifth Third Park on Tuesday, June 23. The Hub City Spartanburgers will play the Winston-Salem Dash.
| Jun 22, 2026 at 2:20 PM |
OneSpartanburg reports EDGE internships pledged for 2026
OneSpartanburg Inc. shared information from its Vision Plan 2.0 Year 4 Scorecard. It said more than 600 paid internships have been pledged by more than 100 employers for summer 2026.
| Jun 22, 2026 at 2:20 PM |
OneSpartanburg marks Year 4 of Vision Plan 2.0
OneSpartanburg, Inc. held an event with investors, community partners and business leaders to recognize work completed during Year 4 of the OneSpartanburg Vision Plan 2.0. The organization said a Year 4 scorecard is available online and that Vision Plan 3.0 work is ongoing.
| Jun 22, 2026 at 2:20 PM |
Spartanburg to Hold Juneteenth Block Party Tonight
The City of Spartanburg will host a Juneteenth Block Party in downtown Spartanburg at 6 PM today on South Daniel Morgan Avenue. The event will include live music, food trucks, vendors, and free parking at the stadium garage.
| Jun 19, 2026 at 6:20 PM |
Spartanburg city offices close for Juneteenth holiday
Spartanburg City Offices will be closed today to observe the Juneteenth holiday. Solid waste collection will run on a regular schedule, and a Juneteenth Celebration Week Block Party is set for 6 PM to 10 PM on S Daniel Morgan Ave.
| Jun 19, 2026 at 6:20 PM |
Spartanburg Schools Close for Juneteenth on June 18
District Six schools and offices in Spartanburg will close on Thursday, June 18, 2026, for Juneteenth. The district said the holiday is observed on the nearest business day.
| Jun 19, 2026 at 6:20 PM |
Spartanburg Schools adds flag football and softball coaches
Spartanburg Schools announced Matt Morgenroth as the new Girls Flag Football Coach. It also named Levi Long as the Softball Head Coach.
| Jun 19, 2026 at 6:20 PM |
Spartanburg Fire Department Mourns Commander Tom Ivey
The Spartanburg Fire Department said Fire Commander Thomas “Tom” Ivey died on June 11, 2026, after a long illness. The department said he served for more than two decades and continued fire service work after retirement.
| Jun 19, 2026 at 6:20 PM |
Traffic Alert Issued After Rail Car Leak
Spartanburg City Fire Department crews are responding to a rail car leak in the Beaumont area. Road closures are in place on Isom St. and Beaumont Ave., and motorists are asked to avoid the area.
| Jun 19, 2026 at 6:20 PM |
Early voting set for June 23 runoff election
Early voting for the June 23 runoff election begins tomorrow and runs through Thursday, June 18. OneSpartanburg, Inc. says voters can find candidate positions and early voting locations at its website.
| Jun 19, 2026 at 4:20 PM |
Spartanburg officers volunteer on Habitat home siding
Spartanburg Police officers and civilian employees helped install siding on a home being built with Habitat for Humanity of Spartanburg on Bethlehem Drive in the Highland community. The home is expected to be completed by the end of July.
| Jun 19, 2026 at 4:20 PM |
Suspect Arrested After Domestic Dispute, K-9 Attack
Spartanburg police said officers responded to a domestic violence-related dispute on June 10 and the suspect fled in a white pickup truck. A K-9 was injured during the arrest, and the suspect was later taken into custody after a pursuit ended with a PIT maneuver.
| Jun 19, 2026 at 4:20 PM |
USC Upstate Marks Juneteenth With Message
University of South Carolina Upstate marked Juneteenth with a message honoring freedom, resilience, strength, and perseverance. The university posted Happy Juneteenth to celebrate the holiday.
| Jun 19, 2026 at 4:20 PM |
Spartanburg libraries kick off summer reading program
Spartanburg County Public Libraries says Summer Reading has begun, with fun and prizes for everyone starting June 1. The library also points residents to its events page for details and locations.
| Jun 19, 2026 at 2:20 PM |
Spartanburg library discusses summer reading on Your Carolina
Spartanburg County Public Libraries appeared on Your Carolina to discuss summer reading and this summer’s author talks. The library posted that people still have time to participate and can visit a local branch for reading cards and a booklet.
| Jun 19, 2026 at 2:20 PM |
Spartanburg YMCA Opens Afterschool Registration
The YMCA of Greater Spartanburg says afterschool program registration is now open. It urged parents to secure a spot for the upcoming school year.
| Jun 19, 2026 at 2:20 PM |
PUI recalls installation in Spartanburg Plaza
PUI said about 10 years ago it helped install a temporary art piece called “Mobile Suspension” by Erwin Redl. The installation placed translucent acrylic-square curtains above Denny’s Plaza in Downtown Spartanburg.
| Jun 19, 2026 at 4:20 AM |
Dorman Freshman Campus Hosts Successful Career Fair
Dorman Freshman Campus hosted a successful Career Fair, connecting prospects with District Six opportunities.
| May 30, 2026 at 8:21 PM |
Fairforest Elementary Recognized as Palmetto's Finest Finalist
Fairforest Elementary is a Palmetto's Finest finalist, recognizing its academic excellence and dedicated staff.
| May 30, 2026 at 8:21 PM |
Pauline-Glenn Springs Elementary Celebrates Leadership Day
Pauline-Glenn Springs Elementary showcased student leadership skills at a successful Leadership Day event.
| May 30, 2026 at 8:21 PM |
Spartanburg Schools Host Colorful Book Character Parade
Spartanburg Schools held a book character parade celebrating Read Across America.
| May 30, 2026 at 8:21 PM |
District Six Social Workers Honored for Community Impact
District Six social workers honored for impactful support to students and families.
| May 30, 2026 at 8:21 PM |
Spartanburg Schools Celebrate St. Patrick's Day in District Six
Spartanburg Schools marked St. Patrick’s Day with activities in District Six and said it is lucky to have such great students and teachers.
| May 30, 2026 at 8:21 PM |
Spartanburg Schools celebrate St. Patrick's Day
Spartanburg Schools celebrated St. Patrick’s Day with light activities and praised its students and teachers in District Six.
| May 30, 2026 at 8:21 PM |
Custodian Helps Build Sets for School's Frozen, Jr. Production
Spartanburg, S.C. — Daryl Johnson, the custodian at Jesse S. Bobo Elementary School, is helping build and paint sets for the upcoming Frozen, Jr. production, and the district thanks him for going above and beyond for the students.
| May 30, 2026 at 8:21 PM |
District Six String Fling Draws Students in Grades 5–12
An arena filled with students in grades 5 through 12 at Spartanburg District Six String Fling was described as a spectacular sight by Spartanburg Schools in reports, which also noted the hard work of students and directors.
| May 30, 2026 at 8:21 PM |
Spartanburg Schools praise District Six administrators
Spartanburg Schools posted that there’s no April Fools’ joke and that they’re grateful for all District Six administrators.
| May 30, 2026 at 8:21 PM |
Spartanburg Celebrates District Six Media Specialists on Librarian Appreciation Day
Spartanburg Schools celebrated District Six media specialists on School Librarian Appreciation Day for providing a range of resources to students and teachers, from guiding research to recommending books.
| May 30, 2026 at 8:21 PM |
Spartanburg teachers energize Field Day to kick off Spring Break
Spartanburg Schools said teachers brought energy and fun to a Field Day at Jesse Bobo, where students cheered on 5K teachers in an action-packed race to kick off Spring Break.
| May 30, 2026 at 8:21 PM |
Spartanburg Schools Observe National Assistant Principals Week
Spartanburg Schools reports Spring Break is in session and National Assistant Principals Week is being observed, praising assistant principals for their behind-the-scenes and front-line work and saying they are a vital part of District Six.
| May 30, 2026 at 8:21 PM |
Spartanburg School District Six Honors 10 Terrific Kids
Spartanburg School District Six announced its Terrific Kid of the Year honorees for its elementary schools, recognizing 10 students from Spartanburg County in an annual event sponsored by the Kiwanis Club and Zaxby’s.
| May 30, 2026 at 8:21 PM |
Spartanburg School District Six Hosts State Education Chief
Spartanburg School District Six hosted South Carolina State Superintendent of Education Ellen Weaver, who visited Fairforest Elementary and Fairforest Middle Schools and highlighted innovative teaching, dedicated staff and enthusiastic students as the district showcased its educational excellence.
| May 30, 2026 at 8:20 PM |
Spartanburg Schools wish Cavaliers a safe, memorable Prom 2025
Spartanburg Schools wished Cavaliers a safe and memorable Prom 2025 and invited students to share their photos in the comments.
| May 30, 2026 at 8:20 PM |