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Here are 20 Upstate high school softball players to watch in 2024 SCHSL playoffs
Here are 20 high school softball players in the Upstate to watch as the SCHSL playoffs get started this week. State championships will be played May 20-24. AG Batson, Sr., D.W. Daniel: Batson is an all-state pitcher for Daniel (13-10), which is a No. 3 seed in Class AAA. Chaney Crosby, Sr., Daniel: Crosby...
Training at upstate shelter aims at making dogs more adoptable
SPARTANBURG, S.C. (FOX Carolina) - When it comes to finding a forever home, some animals end up waiting much longer than others. “(People) may not realize how long it takes for an animal to get adopted - especially a large-breed, adult dog that might not be good with other dogs,” said Angel Cox, Spartanburg Humane Society CEO.
Multiple cars hit by gunfire in Gaffney, deputies say
GAFFNEY, S.C. (FOX Carolina) - The Cherokee County Sheriff’s Office said they were called to shots fired at an apartment complex on Wednesday. According to the Sheriff’s Office, gunshots hit multiple cars and an apartment at Creekside Apartment complex. Investigators placed dozens of evidence markers on and around...
Kathryn Harvey kicks off campaign in hometown of Spartanburg
SPARTANBURG, S.C. (FOX Carolina) - Kathryn Harvey is kicking off her campaign for congress in Spartanburg on Tuesday night. A native of Spartanburg, Harvey is a graduate of New York University. She moved back to the Upstate in 2017 and began working with nonprofit organizations. She is currently the Chair of the Spartanburg County Democratic Party.
Gastonia, Shelby baseball, softball rankings: How area teams stack up going into final week
Here’s a look at how high school baseball and softball teams in Cleveland, Gaston and Lincoln counties rank going into play April 29, 2024. This week is most important for... Crest baseball: In the midst of a six-game losing streak, the Chargers’ NCHSAA 3A West RPI has slid to...
Shelby celebrates opening of River Hill Refuge
Located down a long gravel drive off of South Lafayette Street and shaded by whispering trees, River Hill Refuge is just what its name describes. Created on Dr. Ted G. Westmoreland’s former River Hill Angus Farm, the three brand new homes were dedicated last week and are already providing a safe and healing space for children in foster care.
Taylor Petty | Wilkes Atkinson & Joyner, LLC
Wilkes Atkinson & Joyner, LLC, is pleased to announce that Taylor Petty has joined the firm and will practice as an Associate in WAJ’s Spartanburg office. Taylor will work primarily in construction litigation, professional negligence defense, and general civil litigation. Petty graduated from New England Law in Boston in 2023, after obtaining a BA degree in English from Furman University.
HealthBeat - Upstate programs for a healthier community
A free Mental Health Awareness Month Lunch and Learn series is offered throughout the month at Tryon International. Admission is free and anyone is welcome, but registration is required. Lunch will be provided. All Lunch and Learn events are noon – 1 p.m. Register at resort.tryon.com/press/may-is-mental-health-month. May 23: CooperRiis...
A look at the 2024 Merry-Go-Round Festival
Thrill seekers showed up to Shelby City Park last weekend for the 27th annual Foothill's Merry-Go-Round Festival. Sunny skies and warm temperatures aided the turnout for the event. A Shelby mainstay since 1998, the festival included performances, fair rides and food Saturday and Sunday.
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