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Hey Spartanburg, hope your week’s off to a good start!

In today’s wallet-friendly edition: An oyster roast, a free live show, and big film incentives + lots of fun things to do for free.

Today’s sponsor, American Hartford Gold, is helping folks around Spartanburg protect their savings as gold and silver continue to gain momentum. Their free guide explains what’s driving the surge… and what to know before adding precious metals to your portfolio. Grab your free copy here.

📰 In the news

Future leaders on the move: Nine Upstate students were awarded LEC trips. Six juniors from Simpsonville to Spartanburg will visit Washington. Three sophomores will attend a July program in Columbia, with scholarships up to $5,000 — learn what they’ll experience.

Homegrown filmmaking gains steam: At Spartanburg Community College’s Tyger River campus, the Spark Center boosts South Carolina’s film scene with rent-free space for start-ups as the state provides $10 million for production rebates — get the details on incentives.

Vaccine protection and timing: State health officials say six new measles cases were confirmed in South Carolina, continuing a recent decline. A free MMR vaccination clinic is today at Grace Community Church in Spartanburg — get clinic and vaccine details.

Nothing prepares you for a pet emergency: I learned that the hard way after charging $10k to a credit card for life-saving surgery on my cat, Miss Stache. As soon as we got home, I signed up for Spot. It’s super affordable – and reimburses up to 90% of the bill.

Compare rates for free: The national average for car insurance is around $175/month. Paying more than that? Same, so I did some shopping around and ended up cutting my premium in half. If you haven’t checked in a while, you’re probably overpaying too — here’s the comparison tool I used.

Highlights this week:

• Bring the family to Fretwell’s oyster roast
• Paint pottery at mother-son date night
• Shop rotating art from local makers
• Save on self-care during the CVS Epic Beauty Sale

🏆 Gold and silver are heating up

Together with our sponsor American Hartford Gold

Gold just posted its strongest run in decades… and the momentum is carrying into 2026. Silver has become one of the most talked-about assets as investors look for ways to stay ahead of market volatility.

While many are still sitting on the sidelines, others are quietly repositioning.

If you’re wondering whether you’re missing something, AHG has a free guide explaining what’s driving the renewed interest… and how investors are approaching precious metals right now.

It’s free and worth reading before the next move.

🫶 We got your back

Twirl-worthy pasta plans: La Taverna Italian Cuisine makes weeknights feel special with scratch-made pasta, velvety sauces, and shareable plates. Bring a friend, twirl into penne alla vodka or pillowy gnocchi, then say yes to dessert… you’ve earned a tiramisu moment.

Find your next favorite thing: Part marketplace, part creative playground, Reinvintage Warehouse gathers vintage finds, refashioned clothing, handmade gifts, and a steady flow of DIY classes from local makers into one bright, happy rabbit hole. When your home or closet needs a personality boost, it’s an easy swing through Drayton.

Cold rush, big reset: Been meaning to try cryo? The Vitality Co.offers whole-body and targeted sessions in a laid-back wellness lounge, plus red light, compression, and blissful dry float. Stack what you need for a quick recovery reset that fits between errands, meetings, or kids’ practice.

Thinning hair? It only gets worse: A few months ago, I noticed my ponytail getting thinner. I tried the usual stuff (biotin, shampoo, etc.) but mostly just hoped it would fix itself… until I learned that active follicles can permanently go dormant if you don’t do something about it. The good news? You can get treatment that actually works with no office visits or trips to the pharmacy. Learn more about my favorite online options here.

📆 Free events worth checking out

Have an event to share? BaseLocal Verified Businesses can submit them for free! Learn more about how to submit an event here →

All events are subject to change without notice. Always check official event pages for the most up to date information.

🥬 Growing Health – Lettuce @ Spartanburg County Clemson Extension | Friday (3/6) at 10:00 AM – This free workshop shows you how to grow lettuce that makes bagged greens look tired, from crisp heads to cut-and-come-again patches. Reserve your spot on Eventbrite, because hitting Going on Facebook, while charming, will not hold a seat.

🌱 Growing Health @ Clemson Extension Spartanburg County | Friday (3/6) at 10:00 AM – Clemson Extension is turning lettuce into life skills with a free, hands-on gardening class at the Chesnee Highway office. Grow greens in a yard, patio, or windowsill, learn easy recipes, and head home with a take-home kit, beating the sad grocery clamshell; only 15 spots.

🍻 Lowdhaven @ Fretwell | Friday (3/6) at 6:00 PM – Off the Clock Friday at Fretwell means tight harmonies, cold drinks, and a free show. Lowdhaven brings homegrown folk Americana from here in Spartanburg, the kind where the lyrics, and your shoulders, finally unclench. Swing off the Rail Trail, feed the family, call it culture.

🥁 Andrew Addis @ Petrie School of Music, Converse University | Friday (3/6) at 7:30 PM – Give your ears a tune-up and catch Andrew Addis in a percussion recital, with drums, mallets, and probably a few things from the kitchen drawer. It’s free, open to everyone, and there’s a livestream if pants feel optional, grandma’s afghan, and tea at the ready.

🎸 Dave Desmelik @ Fretwell Spartanburg | Saturday (3/7) at 6:00 PM – Whether you’ve followed Dave Desmelik’s no-frills songwriting for years or just want music with actual pulse, Fretwell’s got a free set that keeps it honest. Grab something tasty from Little River Cafe, settle in by the Rail Trail, and let the realness do the talking.

Wanna see more? Browse our full events calendar →

🔥 Worth a peek

We’re always on the hunt for useful resources, deals, services, and products we think you’ll love. Here’s what caught our eye this week.

• Industry-leading home warranty protection ($150 off right now)
• 62+? See how much tax-free cash your home could unlock → free calculator
• This free tool helps connect you with the right financial advisor
• Got debt? You may be able to pay less than you owe
• Protect your pet from disaster with this pet insurance plan
• You can own physical gold and silver in your retirement account

📻 Spartanburg report

Weather forecast

Today – High: 59°F – Low: 46°F – Precip: 6%

Patchy drizzle before noon. Mostly cloudy, with a high near 59. East northeast wind around 3 mph. Later: Partly cloudy, with a low around 46. Southwest wind around 1 mph.

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Tomorrow – High: 75°F – Low: 53°F – Precip: 3%

Partly sunny, with a high near 75. Southwest wind 1 to 7 mph. Later: Mostly cloudy, with a low around 53. South southwest wind around 3 mph.

Someone Googled you this week 👀

It may feel like an invasion of privacy, but unfortunately It’s the new normal. Whether you’re joining a committee, selling something locally, dating again, or just meeting new neighbors… people are going to look you up online.

Like it or not, the internet has a way of surfacing past mistakes and outdated information that no longer reflects who you are.

Thankfully, there’s a really easy way for you – or someone you care about – to clean up outdated results that no longer tell the real story. Learn more here.

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