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Spartanburg County restaurant announces closure

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

Spartanburg County, SC · 1d

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

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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 · 10d

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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 · 19h

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 · 18h

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More than 2K without power in Spartanburg County

The outage was reported around 6:25 p.m., though the cause remains unclear.

Spartanburg County, SC · 3d

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Spartanburg Regional Offers November Health Classes and Screenings

Spartanburg Regional Healthcare System has fall-prevention classes, cancer-survivor exercise sessions, a diabetes support meeting and a community blood pressure screening scheduled in Spartanburg during November 2026. The programs run through November 30th, with both daytime and evening options. Stay Active and Independent for Life, known as SAIL, meets from 9...

Spartanburg, SC · 1d

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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 · 3d

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 · 22h

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Spartanburg Co. drivers face detours as bridge projects get underway

SPARTANBURG COUNTY, S.C. (WSPA) — Motorists in Spartanburg County should prepare for detours as the South Carolina Department of Transportation begins two bridge projects this week. According to SCDOT, a portion of Racetrack Road (SC 234) over Dildine Creek will close on Monday, Nov. 9, for a bridge replacement project. The roadway is expected to […]

Spartanburg County, SC · 1d

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Miracle Hill opens Upstate shelters as cold weather approaches

GREENVILLE, S.C. (FOX Carolina) - Miracle Hill Ministries says its severe weather shelters are opening as colder temperatures move into the area. A First Alert Weather Day has been issued for Saturday. People who need a warm place to stay overnight or something to eat can visit the following locations:

Greenville, SC · 1d

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Laurens County Lowdown | Episode 17: Chief Neil Roberts

GoLaurens.com's new podcast, Laurens County Lowdown, brings listeners behind the headlines and into the conversations shaping the community. Born and raised in Laurens, Laurens City Fire Chief Neil Roberts has spent nearly his entire career serving the community he calls home. “There's just something about Laurens, and I guess you wouldn't understand unless you grew up here.”

Laurens County, SC · 1d

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LAURENS COUNTY BACK TO NORMAL TUESDAY

IN LAURENS COUNTY OFFICIALS IN DISTRICT 55 SAYS THEY WILL BE BACK ON A NORMAL SCHEDULE TOMORROW.

Laurens County, SC · 17h

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City of Clinton announces change in holiday garbage collection route

Monday – Nov. 9 – Route will not change. Thursday – Nov. 12 – Wednesday route collected. Friday – Nov. 13 – Thursday and Friday routes collected. The Department of Public Works reminds all customers to have their garbage carts on the curb by midnight the night prior to your collection day. For more information, contact the Department of Public Works by calling 864- 833-7520.

Clinton, SC · 2d

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LIST: Veterans Day events, deals in the Upstate

GREENVILLE, S.C. (FOX Carolina) - Communities across the Upstate are marking Veterans Day with events honoring those who served, while businesses are offering veterans various deals. Here’s a list of events and how veterans can take advantage of these offers. Greenville County. Nov. 10 at 11 a.m. Fountain Inn.

Greenville, SC · 1d

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Greenville Housing Authority completes $8.4M acquisition of four affordable housing communities

The Greenville Housing Authority has purchased four affordable housing communities in Greenville’s Nicholtown neighborhood. The $8.4 million acquisition, announced Nov. 9, preserves 432 units as affordable housing for low-income families. It specifically prevents the communities from converting to market-rate rentals following the end of the Low-Income Housing Tax Credit compliance period.

Greenville, SC · 19h

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South Carolina’s Former Courthouse Now Houses a Bookstore Filled With Books, Coffee, and Unexpected Gifts

Once a place for court proceedings, this historic building now welcomes visitors searching for books, coffee, and a quiet afternoon. In South Carolina, a former family courthouse has found an entirely different purpose as an independent bookstore filled with stories. The shelves hold novels, children’s books, puzzles, and gifts, while...

Greenville, SC · 17h

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Clinton City Council approves sale of 557 acres for proposed travel baseball complex

Without a public hearing or a competitive bidding process, Clinton City Council re-authorized on Monday night the sale of 557.2 acres of former Whitten Center land to Ark Management. The action came on second reading of an ordinance that supersedes an early ordinance expressing the City’s intention to sell the...

Clinton, SC · 1d

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Lack of information, trust to blame for Greenville County penny tax rejection, council chair says

Among the reasons Greenville County voters rejected a one-cent local option sales tax proposal is a lack of understanding of how far behind county is on road maintenance, according to County Council Chairman Benton Blount. Blount, who represents District 19, also cited lingering distrust that county government can deliver on...

Greenville County, SC · 1d