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
Continue Reading >Top Things to See at the 2018 World Equestrian Games
Tuesday, July 31, 2018
We're starting to get really excited for the the FEI World Equestrian Games™ (WEG) coming to the Tryon International Equestrian Center (TIEC) September 11-23, 2018. Much like the Olympics, this sporting event is held every four years and is beloved by people the world over. But while the event is well known within the global equestrian community, non-riders may not be
Continue Reading >Panthers 2018 Training Camp Fan Guide
Tuesday, June 19, 2018
When Carolina Panthers Training Camp roars into Wofford College in Spartanburg, S.C., team logos pop up throughout the city, and around the Upstate. Whether you have multiple trips under your belt or are here for the first time, there's something new and exciting for you to do in Spartanburg. Few NFL experiences can compete with Panthers Camp and 24 hours in the Hub City (or mo
Continue Reading >2018 Spartanburg Regional Healthcare System Criterium Look Ahead
Wednesday, April 25, 2018
In the land of tailgates and summer cookouts, Spartanburg's biggest annual party comes together for series of twilight bicycle races. Each year, the Spartanburg Regional Healthcare System Criterium takes over Downtown Spartanburg the Friday night of Spring Fling weekend. Known as “the Crit” to many, the afternoon and evening bike races have become a focal point of the ev
Continue Reading >Discover Spartanburg County’s Water Fun at April Event
Monday, April 16, 2018
An April event at Lake Cooley will showcase the Tyger River Watershed to local residents and visitors alike. The family Discover Your Watershed event, scheduled for 10 a.m. to 3 p.m. April 21, is free and open to people of all ages (while those under 18 need to be accompanied by an adult). There will be recreational opportunities, educational exhibits, door prizes, paddleboa
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