Fall College Sports in Spartanburg
Tuesday, October 08, 2019
The start of fall in Spartanburg usually isn’t accompanied, at least not immediately, by cooler weather. The morning air starts cool, but the mercury settles decidedly higher in the afternoon. Despite that off-season warmth, Spartanburg is a great place to take in fall college sports. Spartanburg’s a College Town, after all. Spartanburg sits a quick interstate
Continue Reading >An Afternoon on the Rail Trail
Thursday, August 29, 2019
Whether you’re looking to break in those new shoes, get your workout in, or take your four-legged friend for a walk in the fresh air, the Mary Black Rail Trail is the place for you. The Rail Trail, a two-mile trail just south of Downtown Spartanburg, is among Spartanburg’s most-popular amenities, giving residents and visitors alike the chance to enjoy the o
Continue Reading >Outdoor Essentials: How to Pack for a Trip to Spartanburg
Wednesday, July 31, 2019
While getaways are exciting to say the least, packing is arguably the worst part of any vacation—especially when you're going "off the grid" for a couple of days and don't necessarily have the luxury of having a few basics provided for like you might at a hotel. If you're planning your next outdoor excursion or camping trip, might we suggest a little trip to Spartanbur
Continue Reading >Top 5s: Your 2019 Carolina Panthers Training Camp Fan Guide
Monday, July 22, 2019
Five Great Restaurants to Visit Blue Moon Specialty Foods offers homegrown flavor in every dish, sauce, and specialty seasoning. The popular Spartanburg spot has some of the best salad and sandwich options in town and a plethora of great things to add to your kitchen. Miyako Sushi Group brings fresh, clean flavors to the table at its Downtown Spartanburg res
Continue Reading >Family-Friendly Ways to Beat the Summer Heat
Thursday, June 27, 2019
School’s out and the heat is on. It can be tough to beat the sweltering temps and high humidity Spartanburg gets during the summer, but it’s not impossible. So, if you’re looking for family-friendly ways to handle the heat, grab some sunscreen, your best bathing suit and take a look at your options around Spartanburg. Barnet Park Splash Pad At the entrance of Bar
Continue Reading >Splash into Spartanburg County: 10 cool ways to enjoy Spartanburg’s rivers and lakes
Wednesday, April 10, 2019
Vivid blues and greens. Breezes as relaxing as sighs. Crystalline waters rippling like smile lines. Thrushes and warblers soaring overhead as woodpeckers tap out a constant beat. Rivers and lakes abound with natural beauty. Spartanburg County, South Carolina is overflowing with ways to splash into the blue, whether you crave heart-pounding adventure or relaxing shoreline
Continue Reading >Celebrate Spring in Spartanburg
Thursday, February 28, 2019
Few things in life are more joyous than the first few days of Spring after a long (and in our case, RAINY) Winter. Just imagine it with us: feeling the warm, golden rays of sun on your skin, hearing birds chirping with glee, seeing flowers blooming, and smelling fresh air after being cooped up in the house since around Thanksgiving. Yeah, that's the good stuff. This y
Continue Reading >Must Visit Parks in Spartanburg
Tuesday, December 04, 2018
Sure most parks have similar amenities—benches, picnic tables, and playgrounds—but they also have tons of features that make them completely unique and enjoyable in their own special ways. Regardless of your favorite kind of park, Spartanburg is sure to have one that has all the things you love. Learn more about all the wonderful parks in our area and be sure to add a f
Continue Reading >Spartan Race Stories: Crystal Pace
Thursday, November 01, 2018
Spartan Racers often use the host city’s name as shorthand for a reoccurring race. That helps them remember more about the host city, with many racers deciding to visit again after conquering the obstacle course race. Crystal Pace – who visited West Virginia after racing there last year – knows this could be a big deal for Spartanburg. “If we can hold on to the ra
Continue Reading >Spartan Race Stories: Akash Garg
Friday, October 12, 2018
Akash Garg climbed over walls, crawled through mud and ran through fire. All he wanted was to sit down, relax and have a beer at his favorite Downtown Spartanburg spot, Main Street Pub, with his fellow Spartan Race competitors. He wanted to show off his hometown with its vibrant restaurant scene and growing downtown. Last year, sore and tired from the race, Garg had that
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