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WSPA 7News

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Spartanburg County restaurant announces closure

A locally-owned restaurant will close its doors for good next week.

Spartanburg County, SC · 2d

Spartanburg Herald-Journal

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3 Spartanburg County restaurants fail October inspections

Three Spartanburg County food establishments fell below the "78" score threshold for a "C" rating in October 2026 restaurant inspection reports, according to the South Carolina Department of Agriculture . Inspectors conducted routine inspections throughout the month and ordered follow-up inspections for establishments that received failing grades. In our coverage of food inspections around Spartanburg County, we categorize violations into two types: priority and priority foundation. Priority violations are those that pose the highest risk of causing foodborne illness and identify contributing factors that could lead to illness. A priority foundation violation is a contributing factor to illness. Here is a snapshot of the establishments that fell below a "78" grade during October inspections: JOY CRAB CAJUN SEAFOOD Location: 1935 E. Main St., Spartanburg During a routine inspection in October, SCDA identified numerous out-of-compliance violations, including priority and priority foundation violations. Some of the most notable violations were: Employees were observed removing gloves, putting the same gloves back on, using cell phones, and returning to food preparation without washing their hands. Inspectors found spray bottles without labels, cans of Raid stored throughout the facility, and a tube of grease stored with food items. Multiple dead bugs were observed in a

Spartanburg County, SC · 1d

FOX Carolina

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Advocates call for action after 2 teens killed in Spartanburg Cook Out shooting

SPARTANBURG, S.C. (FOX Carolina) — Advocates are calling for action to prevent youth violence more than a week after two teenagers were killed in a shooting near a Spartanburg Cook Out restaurant on Halloween night. Members of the Stop the Violence Coalition spoke during public comment at Tuesday night’s...

Spartanburg, SC · 5h
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Spartanburg Co. road closure expected to last for months

SPARTANBURG COUNTY, S.C. (WSPA) — Drivers in Spartanburg County will need to plan for a long-term road closure beginning later this month. According to Spartanburg County officials, Burnett Road is scheduled to close on Monday, Nov. 23, for a culvert replacement project. County leaders said the closure is expected to remain in place for about […]

Spartanburg County, SC · 1d

WIS-TV

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Man sentenced in Newberry Co. 2025 I-26 shooting death of woman

NEWBERRY, S.C. (WIS) - A man will spend 45 years behind bars after pleading guilty Monday to the 2025 murder of a woman along I-26 in Newberry County. 46-year-old Wilfrido Luna appeared remorseful in the courtroom as he pleaded guilty to the murder of Rose Kewlani. His attorney asked the court for a lesser sentence, saying paranoia and substance abuse were factors on the day of the shooting.

Newberry County, SC · 18h

The Post and Courier

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This Spartanburg shopping center once held a Bi-Lo. It'll soon be home to an oil company.

SPARTANBURG — On the far southern end of the city sits Cedar Springs Crossing, a shopping center with a Dollar Tree, a Domino’s Pizza, a Subway and a few other stores. Soon, it will also hold the headquarters of Dearybury Oil and Gas. More businesses like it could be on the way. The fuel distribution company will convert the shopping center’s anchor spot, formerly a Bi-Lo grocery store, into office and warehouse space, according to President Bill Dearybury. He said its current headquarters, just a mile down Southport Road, is out of room. “We are busting at the seams,” he said. “We don’t even ...

Spartanburg, SC · 1d

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Man sought in fraud, money laundering case in Spartanburg Co., deputies say

SPARTANBURG COUNTY, S.C. (FOX Carolina) - Bekhzod Bekmirzaev is wanted for obtaining property under false pretenses greater than $10,000 and money laundering, according to the Spartanburg County Sheriff’s Office. Deputies said the case was first reported in May 2026 after a victim wired $14,500 to what he believed was...

Spartanburg County, SC · 15h

WSPA 7News

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‘Our children deserve more’: Spartanburg community calls for action following fatal teen shootings

More than a week has passed since two Spartanburg teens were shot and killed at a restaurant while celebrating Halloween.

Spartanburg, SC · 15h

Spartanburg Herald-Journal

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Spartanburg fire chief placed on leave amid review of PPP loan

City of Spartanburg Fire Chief Pierre Brewton has been placed on paid administrative leave pending a third-party review into questions regarding a business he owns apart from his job with the city. Assistant Chief Will Smart will serve as the interim fire chief, according to an email from City Manager Chris Story to the fire department staff. Brewton, who grew up in Spartanburg, has served as the city's fire chief since 2024 . Before that, he served as the fire chief for Albemarle, North Carolina. During that period, he received a COVID-era Paycheck Protection Program (PPP) loan from the federal government. Story said the third-party review concerns Brewton's handling of the loan. "We want to work through this process as quickly as possible," he added. A spokesperson with the South Carolina Law Enforcement Division (SLED) confirmed that the agency is looking into the situation. "SLED is aware of allegations involving the Spartanburg Fire Chief Pierre Brewton’s PPP loan and is reviewing tips provided to SLED on the matter at this time," the agency representative said. Brewton first worked for the City of Spartanburg in 1988. He joined the fire department staff in 1994. In a 2024 Herald-Journal article , he

Spartanburg, SC · 22h

golaurens.com

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Arrest Report for November 9

Editor's Note: The following information is compiled from public arrests records from the Laurens County Detention Center. This information is presented with no intent of guilt or innocence. The date on this arrest report does not reflect the actual date of each listed arrest. It indicates the date the report was published by GoLaurens.com.

Laurens County, SC · 22h

Spartanburg Herald-Journal

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Upstate SC bridges close for repairs as 2 others reopen early

Motorists across the Upstate are seeing a mix of long-term bridge closures and road reopenings as the South Carolina Department of Transportation continues infrastructure projects in Spartanburg , Greenville and Pickens counties. Two Spartanburg County bridges are set to close Monday, Nov. 9, for replacement and repair work, while a pair of bridges on Pace Bridge Road in Greenville and Pickens counties recently reopened more than a month ahead of schedule after being closed since 2023. More: Upstate SC's busiest roads, ranked by daily traffic Closures: Spartanburg County bridges shutting down for repairs and replacement The South Carolina Department of Transportation will close and detour a portion of Racetrack Road (SC 234) in Spartanburg County beginning Monday, Nov. 9, as crews replace the bridge over Dildine Creek. The project is expected to require a lengthy closure, with the road scheduled to reopen in mid-summer 2027, weather permitting. A signed detour route will be in place during construction. The closure is one of several bridge projects underway in Spartanburg County aimed at addressing aging infrastructure and improving safety for motorists. Also beginning Monday, Nov. 9, SCDOT will close the Zimmerman Road bridge (S-42-967) over Fairforest Creek in Spartanburg County for repairs.

Spartanburg County, SC · 1d

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Gray Court Man Accused of Threatening to Kill Prison Guard and His Family

A 40-year-old former inmate from Gray Court is facing charges after allegedly telling a prison officer he would kill the officer and the officer’s family while incarcerated at a Greenville County facility. Robert Benjamin Mull is charged with one count of threatening the life, person or family of a public official.

Greenville County, SC · 2d

WIS-TV

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Gunman wishes woman ‘a blessed day’ after church parking lot robbery, police say

SPARTANBURG, S.C. (WHNS/Gray News) - Police in South Carolina say a woman told them a man wished her a “blessed day” after robbing her at gunpoint in a church parking lot. The woman was attending a dance recital at a Spartanburg church Thursday when she walked to her car in the parking lot, according to a Spartanburg Police incident report. She said she noticed a silver Chevy Malibu with dark-tinted windows backed into a space two spots away from her car. Its lights were on.

Spartanburg, SC · 7h

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Grab A Seat At The Bar, Then Watch Your Steak Get Cut At This Classic South Carolina Steakhouse

Picture a server walking up to your table with a big slab of raw beef and slicing your steak right in front of you. That is a normal Tuesday night at The Peddler Steak House in downtown Spartanburg. With a spoken menu, a salad you build with a pencil, and...

Spartanburg, SC · 2d

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The Lumberyard now offering Sanitary Market Outpost, full lunch menu

Several changes can be seen at The Lumberyard, a popular hangout spot in Clinton. Co-owned by Ryland Culbertson, also owner of Sanitary Market and Tap & Table in downtown Laurens and Robert Moore, local entrepreneur with a reputation for his culinary skills, a Sanitary Market Outpost has been added to options at The Lumberyard.

Clinton, SC · 17h

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Presbyterian lands in-state basketball commit

Presbyterian College men’s basketball picked up a major commitment for the 2027 recruiting class Sunday night, landing Lexington High School’s Sam Mills, one the highest-ranked basketball players in South Carolina. The 6-foot-11, 235 pound senior is ranked as the No. 13 center in country for the class of...

Clinton, SC · 19h

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Five South Carolina Taverns Pouring Cold Beer And Frying Burgers Since Before You Were Born

Some bars open with a splash and close before the paint dries. The five taverns on this list did the opposite, sticking around for decades while the towns grew up around them. The oldest one started serving in 1938, and the youngest has been at it since 1972. If you want a burger with real history behind the counter, these South Carolina classics are worth the drive.

South Carolina · 20h

FOX Carolina

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Police: Moped crash ruptures gas line at Spartanburg apartment complex

SPARTANBURG, S.C. (FOX Carolina) - An incident report from the Spartanburg Police Department said that a moped driver crashed into a natural gas regulator, briefly knocking out service to residents at Prince Hall Apartments on Friday night. According to the incident report, officers responded Saturday to the apartments, which are...

Spartanburg, SC · 1d

Greenville News

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Upstate SC temperatures to fall into 30s. Where to find shelter

As temperatures are forecast to fall into the mid-30s this weekend across the Upstate, several shelters and rescue missions are reminding residents that emergency housing, meals and other services are available for those in need. While daytime highs are expected to remain in the mid-50s this weekend, overnight lows could dip to around 35 degrees Friday night and 34 degrees Saturday night, according to the National Weather Service forecast for Greenville . Several rescue missions across the Upstate and western South Carolina offer shelter and meals for individuals experiencing homelessness or housing instability. More: Police seek suspect in connection with fatal Mauldin shooting Colder temperatures arriving this weekend The Upstate is expected to enjoy mild weather through much of the workweek, with highs near 70 degrees Tuesday, Nov. 10 through Wednesday, Nov. 11. Temperatures are then forecast to cool significantly by Friday, when the high is expected to reach only 55 degrees. Overnight temperatures this weekend are forecast to fall into the mid-30s, creating potentially dangerous conditions for people without adequate shelter. Community organizations across the region are encouraging anyone in need of a warm place to stay to seek assistance before temperatures drop. Greenville Salvation Army opens cold weather

Greenville, SC · 8h

Country Herald

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South Carolina Weather Alert: Spartanburg Near Freezing Saturday, Nov 14-15

Spartanburg faces a sharp November temperature swing as 70-degree warmth gives way to near-freezing mornings.

Spartanburg, SC · 9h