Spartanburg? More Like It’s-a-Slam-Dunk-Burg.
Friday, February 21, 2020
Every time New Orleans Pelicans star Zion Williamson swats a shot into the stands or puts down a thunderous dunk, part of Spartanburg cheers. Zion, who’s verging on becoming a star identified by one name (think Beyoncé), brought Spartanburg’s basketball credibility to another level during his time at Spartanburg Day School, where he became a high school phenom. He t
Continue Reading >2019: Year In Review
Tuesday, January 07, 2020
Now that the confetti is cleaned up, your resolutions are set, and the champagne has stopped bubbling it’s time to look back at everything that 2019 brought Spartanburg. Food & Drink Food lovers rejoice! Last year Spartanburg saw new restaurants open up to eager eaters throughout the county with fresh choices and new concepts. Housed in the newly renovated Montgome
Continue Reading >Small Town Charm Around Spartanburg County
Tuesday, November 12, 2019
Whether you’re strolling past downtown Landrum storefronts in the shadow of the Blue Ridge Mountains or taking in the fervor of new activity in Woodruff, it’s easy to see the small-town charm Spartanburg County has to offer. Towns across this upstate county are growing more and more vibrant as locals bring to life their creative visions for historic buildings
Continue Reading >An Afternoon on the Rail Trail
Thursday, August 29, 2019
[caption id="attachment_7983" align="aligncenter" width="525"] Runners along the Rail Trail, courtesy Kavin Bradner.[/caption] Whether you’re breaking in new shoes, working out, getting some fresh air, or taking your four-legged friend for a walk, the Mary Black Rail Trail is the place for you. The Rail Trail, a two-mile trail just south of Downtown Spartanburg, is Sp
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 >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
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