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Everyone’s Talking About This South Carolina Town Where Groceries, Gas, And Rent Are Shockingly Cheap

Somewhere between the rolling Piedmont hills and the kind of quiet that actually lets you think, Laurens, South Carolina has been sitting on a secret that more people are finally starting to figure out. This small town in Laurens County is the kind of place that makes you wonder why...

Laurens, SC · 2d

Spartanburg Herald-Journal

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 · 2d

WSPA 7News

Spartanburg County restaurant announces closure

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

Spartanburg County, SC · 3d

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The Best Burgers In South Carolina Are Hiding Inside This Unassuming Little Restaurant

Somewhere in Chapin, South Carolina, a parking lot fills up with cars from license plates all across the state, and the drivers are all smiling about the same thing. That thing is Higher Ground Char House, and once you’ve been there, you’ll completely understand why people keep coming back.

Chapin, SC · 4d

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You Can Still Rent A Two-Bedroom For $1,200 In These 8 South Carolina Towns

Looking for affordable towns in South Carolina where $1,200 can still rent you a two-bedroom apartment?. These 8 towns deliver real value and a genuinely good quality of life!. Florence is the kind of city that rewards people who take the time to look past the highway exits and actually explore what’s inside.

Spartanburg, SC · 5d

WIS-TV

Former Chapin employees file lawsuit, claim harassment and discrimination by mayor

CHAPIN, S.C. (WIS) – Five former Chapin town employees are suing the town and its mayor, Bill Mitchell, for alleged workplace discrimination and retaliation. Former clerk of court Briana Eargle, former town clerk Shannon Bowers, former finance director Jacqueline Thompson, former communications coordinator Marsharia Adams and former business license coordinator Kelly McClure were named as plaintiffs in the suit filed Nov. 6 in Lexington County.

Chapin, SC · 2d

golaurens.com

Laurens County Sports Hall of Fame now accepting nominations for Class of 2027

The Laurens County Sports Hall of Fame is now accepting nominations for the Class of 2027. The 2027 induction ceremony will be held in conjunction with the Laurens County Sports Awards in May at Belk Auditorium on the campus of Presbyterian College. This ceremony will feature the eighth class of inductees in the Laurens County Sports Hall of Fame.

Laurens County, SC · 1d

FOX Carolina

SCDOT: Crash causes backup on I-85S in Greenville

The South Carolina Department of Transportation (SCDOT) is reporting a crash in Greenville on Wednesday morning.

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The Post and Courier

As Spartanburg County faces a population boom, these 544 acres will be protected from developers

SPARTANBURG — Another 544 acres in one of the nation’s fastest-growing counties will be spared from development. The forest, streams and wetlands in southern Spartanburg County are now permanently protected under a conservation easement held by the Spartanburg Area Conservancy, known as SPACE. “This easement is forever,” said Sam Parrott, executive director of SPACE. The protection comes as Spartanburg County is rapidly growing, attracting $3.5 billion in new investment and more than 1,000 jobs in 2025, according to OneSpartanburg, and the Spartanburg metro area ranked 10th in the nation for p...

Spartanburg County, SC · 1d

WSPA 7News

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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 · 2d

The Coconut Mama

South Carolina neighborhood loses Piggly Wiggly as food bank sees more demand

South Carolina has lost another longtime neighborhood grocery store, following a separate Piggly Wiggly closing announcement in Myrtle Beach in October. The Piggly Wiggly at 1160 South Main Street in…

Greenwood, SC · 1d

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 · 2d

WSPA 7News

Queer Wellness Center opens new location in Greenville County to expand services

A center providing resources for members of the LGBTQ+ community held a grand opening in Greenville County Tuesday.

Greenville County, SC · 12h

blufftontoday.com

Upstate South Carolina city ranks among 'rattiest cities' in the US

Greenville, South Carolina, remains the state's "rattiest city" according to a 2026 Orkin report. The city dropped 10 spots to number 40 on the national list of most rat-infested cities. Orkin's list is based on the number of new rodent service calls to residences over a 12-month period. An Upstate...

Greenville, SC · 12d

FOX Carolina

Recount results released for Greenville County state House, council races

The results of recounts in a Greenville County state House race and a Greenville County council race have been released.

Greenville County, SC · 1d

WSPA 7News

Greenville Housing Authority preserves 400+ affordable homes

As housing costs continue to rise across the Upstate, the Greenville Housing Authority is working to keep hundreds of apartments in Nicholtown affordable for current residents.

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The Post and Courier

This home preserved Greenville’s Black history. Facing development pressure, the city is buying it.

GREENVILLE — City Council is stepping in to preserve the Greenville Cultural Exchange Center, an important repository for African American history that has fallen out of use and faced development pressure in a gentrifying part of town. Numerous neighbors and community leaders spoke in favor of the city’s plan to purchase the newly renovated building and turn it back into a museum celebrating the area’s African American history. They recounted memories they’d made in the center in the historically Black Sterling community. Grady Butler, brother of the center’s founder, Ruth Ann Butler, said the...

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Spartanburg Herald-Journal

$18.2M Morgan Square makeover gets final OK in Spartanburg

The $18.2 million redevelopment of Spartanburg's Morgan Square has received its final nod of approval by city council, with construction set to begin in the new year. The redevelopment will increase the square's footprint by 30%, transforming the heart of downtown Spartanburg. The redesign will include more trees, two water features, a small stage for performances, and about 30% more total space, as previously reported by the Spartanburg Herald-Journal . It will also expand pedestrian access by permanently closing West Main Street and East Dunbar Street to traffic around the square. At a Nov. 9 meeting, Spartanburg City Council gave final approval to the funding plan for the project, which will come from obligation bonds paid for by the city's 2% hospitality tax on prepared food and drink. The city has paid for several capital projects, including the St. John Street public parking garage and the Dr. T.K. Gregg Community Center, using the same funding mechanism, according to communications director Christopher George. Spartanburg resident Andy Draght spoke in support of the Morgan Square project on Nov. 9, recalling sitting in the square when he and his wife decided to move to the city. “It’s already a special place, just the

Spartanburg, SC · 15h

FOX Carolina

Trueline founder gives update on Greenville music venue construction

GREENVILLE, S.C. (FOX Carolina) - Construction on Trueline, a planned live music venue in downtown Greenville’s West End, is expected to resume in January after a financing setback, its founder said. Founder and CEO Michael Grozier told FOX Carolina that the financial partner for the second phase of construction...

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