Matthew Hensley

It is indeed snowing, but you can't tell by looking at this grassy lot in downtown Spartanburg. Instead, look at this editor who's apparently colder than the ground. #SendHotChocolate

SC businessman planned a retirement party on a yacht. Now he faces fraud charges and foreclosure. Spartanburg businessman and rapper Joseph Wallace, who led YMA Wealth Management, was indicted on charges he scammed those seeking to fix their credit scores.

From planning a yacht party to facing fraud charges and foreclosure, Joseph Wallace of YMA Wealth Management saw a reversal of fortune — or at least of appearances.

Beneath the surface, feds say he bilked clients out of hundreds of thousands of dollars.
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Hey journos, we're hiring at The Post and Courier!

Thumbing through our current openings, we have more than a half-dozen positions available for journalists across the state, including a Rock Hill editor.

See all of our job postings here:
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Christian Boschult heard that a member of Spartanburg County Council was accused of assault and got a copy of the police report.

It leaves a lot to the imagination.

However, he interviewed witnesses and parties involved. Here's what he learned: www.postandcourier.com/spartanburg/...

A month ago, Pokemon Go announced that Mankey would be its featured critter in today's community day. In light of recent events, my wife sent me this.

Live updates: It's Election Day. What Spartanburg voters should know before hitting the polls. Live results coverage as voters choose the president and every member of the U.S. House and S.C. General Assembly. What to know before hitting the polls.

It's Election Day. We'll have the latest on voting in Spartanburg throughout the day here:
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The National Guard said it didn't encounter FEMA-hunting militiamen in WNC despite reports it had. That seems pretty unfounded. Not sure what my narrow reporting on that situation — which was ancillary to coverage of comments by a local sheriff I cover in South Carolina — has to do with this though.

SC courts concerned parole board unfairly denying eligible inmates. Why does it keep happening? He was convicted of committing murder at 16. Decades later, will he get a second chance?

Christian Boschult has a more than 2,500-word story on a 1990s murder, the teen defendant who remains in prison at 46 and parole board practices that caught the attention of the courts. This well-reported piece is definitely worth a read.

A tipster noticed that a DEMTEK dumpster appeared behind the old Spartanburg Herald-Journal building. Along with it, caution tape with "DANGER ASBESTOS HAZARD" was on the front door.

What's happening? What does it mean? Max White asked. Here's what he found: bit.ly/3UemkqU

Good morning, Spartanburg!

It's another clear, sunny day in Morgan Square. Here's my current view.

If you haven't stopped by to visit the Post and Courier's Spartanburg office, we're at 115 West Main, right next to Delaney's.

Caring for the animals, new Cherokee County Animal Shelter opens The new Cherokee County Animal Shelter has opened. It cost $4.7 million to complete the project. The shelter has the capacity to house 164 dogs and 70 cats.

Wondering about the latest on the new animal shelter in Cherokee County? Chris Lavender's got you:

Who did Spartanburg Co. School District 4 consider in its abortive superintendent search? Spartanburg County School District 4 initially considered four candidates to lead the district as it prepares for its superintendent to retire this summer.

Good morning, Spartanburg!

Were you wondering who District 4 considered for superintendent before apparently settling on Dana Fall?

We were, too, so we filed a FOIA. It took six weeks to get the materials, but here's what we learned.

All but 1 of Spartanburg's water providers meet new EPA 'forever chemicals' limits All but one of Spartanburg County's water systems, the Woodruff-Roebuck Water District, already meet the new EPA rules on "forever chemicals," per a 2020 report

Good morning, Spartanburg!

What's that old saying? Water, water, everywhere, so let's all have a drink?

The EPA has new rules that limit the levels of certain "forever chemicals" in your drinking water. Max White tracked down what that means for water providers in Spartanburg County.

Online now and on newsstands soon: the April/May 2024 edition of The Post and Courier's monthly Greenville/Spartanburg paper. It's chocked full of top-notch journalism from the Upstate.

Read it here: epaper.postandcourier.com

Spartanburg's 2024 Spring Fling is right around the corner. Here's what you need to know. Spartanburg's 2024 Spring Fling, a downtown street festival expected to draw nearly 115,000 people, is April 26-28. Here's what you need to know.

Good morning, Spartanburg!

Don't let the overcast skies fool you. It's still going to reach the mid-80s today.

Forecasts have milder temps next week, with mid-70s expected when Spring Fling rolls around.

Cherokee Co. Schools tapped a retired Spartanburg District 7 superintendent as interim chief Retired Spartanburg District 7 Superintendent Thomas White will serve as interim chief for Cherokee County Schools, which also appointed a search committee.

The Cherokee County school board named an interim superintendent — he's a retired Spartanburg County School District 7 administrator — and appointed a search committee, the latest in its effort to replace its outgoing, embattled district chief.

Good morning, Spartanburg!

It's another bright, sunny spring day, which is nothing to sneeze at.

Well, maybe it is.

Pollen levels remain high, per this Weather Channel graphic, so don't be surprised if you see neighbors donning Level A Hazmat suits to venture outside today.

Good morning, Spartanburg, and happy Tax Day!

OK, "happy" might be a bit much, but if you haven't filed your return already, today is the day.

In local news, condemned homes that have long stood in some communities around Spartanburg County are being demolished. Read more: tinyurl.com/e5k925j5

Greetings and salutations from Morgan Square!

Let me share a quick bit of irony: I set up my Bluesky account as clouds rolled in over downtown Spartanburg. (Sharing my current view.)

There's wind, too, but that hasn't stopped anyone from eating barbecue or listening to music at Hub City Hog Fest.