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Gaffney is usually known for its peaches, but lately, the city has become a hot spot for tourism.
NEW YORK (AP) — A federal vaccine advisory committee voted on Friday to end the longstanding recommendation that all U.S. babies get the hepatitis B vaccine on the day they’re born. A loud chorus of medical and public health leaders decried the actions of the panel, whose current members were all appointed by U.S. Health [...]
Frozen dog food sold in 14 states is being recalled due possible plastic contamination.
A woman accused of shooting her manager during a dispute at a Lowcountry restaurant last year was sentenced to prison on Friday.
WASHINGTON (AP) — The Social Security Administration is hoping to cut visits to its field offices in half next year, a move that advocates for the agency fear signals more closures are coming. Field offices have long been community-based branches that serve as the public face of the SSA, which provide in-person help for people [...]
A large water main break on the east side of Spartanburg Friday caused a sinkhole in a busy highway.
UNION COUNTY, S.C. (WSPA) - A man was arrested and charged with repeatedly sexually assaulting a child as young as 6-years-old, according to the Union County Sheriff's Office. 55-year-old Christopher Eugene Kirby was arrested and charged with first degree criminal sexual conduct with a minor, and third degree criminal sexual conduct with a minor. Deputies [...]
From December 1 until January 4, residents can lace up their skates and head to Ice in the Park on E Whitner Street.
If it feels like your phone is ringing with more spam calls than ever, state officials said you’re not imagining it.
A double death investigation is underway after officials said two people were found dead inside of a home in Greenville County.
ATLANTA (AP) — With data centers flooding into Georgia, utility regulators face a big decision: Should they let Georgia Power Co. spend more than $15 billion to increase its electricity capacity by 50% over the next six years to serve computer complexes? Or could the utility overbuild and stick other ratepayers with the bill? It [...]
ANDERSON COUNTY, S.C. (WSPA) - The Anderson County Sheriff's Office is searching for a woman who left her dogs trapped outside in a crate for days. Animal Control investigators are searching for Kimberly King. King has two outstanding warrants for Animal Cruelty. Authorities said King left her two dogs crated outside for more than four [...]
BUNCOMBE COUNTY, N.C. (WSPA) - The Buncombe County Sheriff's Office said a deputy was arrested following reports that he assaulted a woman Thursday night. On Thursday December 4, Buncombe County Deputy Gregory Bembry was arrested and charged with assault on a female. He was transported to the Buncombe County Detention Facility, and is being held [...]
"We made the decision to remove them from our shelves,” a Trader Joe's representative revealed.
COLUMBIA, S.C. (WSPA) - The South Carolina Department of Public Health (DPH) said eight new cases of measles were reported in South Carolina, raising the total number reported this year to 87. 84 of these cases are related to the ongoing Upstate outbreak. Of the 84 cases, 76 of them are under the age of [...]
Okie Dokies Smokehouse in Swannanoa has reopened after being closed for 14 months due to Hurricane Helene, bringing a sense of hope and community to the area.
UNION, S.C. (WSPA) - A shooting in Union on Thursday left four people injured, including a teenager, officials said. The Union Public Safety Department responded to the Buena Vista Apartments regarding shots fired. One victim was found on scene and was transported to the hospital. Other victims were discovered at Union Medical, who were transported [...]
SPARTANBURG, S.C. (WSPA) - A coach was arrested Thursday evening after police said he caused a disturbance at a middle school basketball game in Spartanburg. Nicholas Jerel Brannon was charged with trespassing after notice, public disorderly conduct, and resisting arrest. Brannon is a PE teacher and basketball coach at Boiling Springs Middle School. On Thursday [...]
GREENVILLE, S.C. (WSPA) - Greenville County deputies have charged a man with attempted murder after he allegedly shot another man during a road rage incident. On December 3, the South Greenville Fire Department responded around 1:50 p.m. to a report of a possible collision off the side of Augusta Road. Deputies said when they arrived [...]
A 50-year-old man and his 3-month-old granddaughter are dead after a violent dog attack Wednesday afternoon in Tullahoma, Tennessee.