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Spartanburg City News

Christopher George

Official podcast of the City of Spartanburg
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Top 10 Spartanburg City News Episodes

Goodpods has curated a list of the 10 best Spartanburg City News episodes, ranked by the number of listens and likes each episode have garnered from our listeners. If you are listening to Spartanburg City News for the first time, there's no better place to start than with one of these standout episodes. If you are a fan of the show, vote for your favorite Spartanburg City News episode by adding your comments to the episode page.

At a workshop held after their most recent meeting, for demolishing the Sunshine Inn, a blighted motel across from Wofford College, and a crucial piece of the . On the heels of recent news of the for around $600,000, staff recommended to Council that the City allocate $200,000 in Community Development Block Grant funding toward demolishing the dilapidated motel. Once demolition is complete, the site will become a new gateway into Northside redevelopment area, with plans calling for Evins Street to be extended from Wofford College into the neighborhood (). Today on the podcast, we're talking with Assistant City Manager Chris Story about the nuts and bolts of this important project, and what it could ultimately mean for connecting the Northside redevelopment area with the rest of the city.
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Despite what it may feel like today, spring is here. After the coldest few months in recent memory, winter's brown is yelding, finally, to a verdant new season. Sounds like the perfect time for a barbecue festival, and as it happens, Downtown Spartanburg's very own is back for its second year this weekend. Kicking off Friday at 10 a.m., and running through Saturday at 10 p.m., the Hub City Hog Fest will be held at RJ Rockers () in the Grain District. The event includes music, food venders, and a chance to sample offerings from some of the teams in this year's competition. You don't want to miss this one.
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Having after winning election to the District 6 seat in November, Erica Brown is one of two new members to join Spartanburg City Council this year. Recently, we got the chance to sit down and get to know a little about Brown and the local issues she's passionate about, including the Northside Intiative and downtown development. Listen below and enjoy!
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Going back to its beginnings in 2006, the has been one of the crown jewels in Spartanburg's cultural crown. Every year, four artists from around the country came to Downtown Spartanburg to live free and create, bringing fresh perspectives and innovative ideas to our great city. Now, after a one-year hiatus, the much-loved AiR program is making a return, featuring a filmmaker, a theater artist, and two visual artists. Today on the podcast, we sit down with Hub-Bub Artists-in-Residence Program Director, Eric Kocher to get some details about the resurgent AiR program.
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Spartanburg City News - City News Podcast: The Carolina Panthers Come to Spartanburg
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07/31/13 • 16 min

As another July gets ready to pass by in Spartanburg, and another August is set to plow into us with all its usual brow-wiping, humidity-cursing charm, it's important to remember that autumn isn't as far away as it may seem. To help you get in that sweater weather spirit, the City's dynamic podcasting duo wholeheartedly recommends a trip to Wofford College's to visit the Carolina Panthers Training Camp. Practices run nearly every day until August 13 (), and are free and open to the public. Need a little more convincing? Listen to the podcast.
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Spartanburg City News - Homebuyers Seminar & Expo at C.C. Woodson, Oct. 15, 6 p.m.
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10/10/19 • 22 min

It's the most important purchase most of us will ever make, and navigating the home buying process can feel overwhelming for folks taking those first steps towards homeownership. Fortunately, help is out there, and on Tuesday, October 15, 6 p.m.-8:30 p.m., at the C.C. Woodson Community Center, future homeowners looking for some guidance will have an opportunity to learn how they can take that next step toward the American dream from professionals in all aspects of the real estate world. Today on the podcast, we've got details on what you can expect at the Homebuyers Seminar and about the overall housing market in our city.
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As you might imagine, in his 21 years serving in Spartanburg City Government, outgoing City Manager Ed Memmott has seen our city go through some drastic changes. Coming to the the City in 1997 to serve as Community Development Director, Memmott then served as Assistant City Manager for five years before becoming City Manager in 2009 and has overseen one of the most important development periods in Spartanburg's history. The list of projects speaks for itself. During his tenure, Ed Memmott led City efforts on the Advance America headquarters building, One Morgan Square, QS/1, Marriott Hotel and Conference Center, the University of South Carolina Upstate - College of Business and Economics, Spartanburg Community College Downtown Campus, South Church Street Plaza, CC Woodson Community Center, AC Hotel, Montgomery Building, Aug. W. Smith, and the Northside Initiative. Beyond the impressive list of accomplishments that have shaped the present and future of our city, Memmott's true strength as City Manager was always the importance he placed on improving the lives of the people who call this place home. His emphasis on the absolute necessity of genuine, people-centered community development has been a constant, and the team he has built around those efforts is an impressive and lasting testament to his leadership and vision. Now, as he prepares to retire from his role here at the City, we've invited former City Communications Manager Will Rothschild to join us to help in the daunting task of trying to encapsulate a career that spans one of the most important periods in our city's story so far. Listen below for part one of our conversation.
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Spartanburg City News - A Spartanburg County Courthouse history tour
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07/26/18 • 44 min

As Spartanburg gets ready to construct the seventh courthouse in our 229-year history, we're sitting down with Spartanburg County Public Library Assistant Director of Local History, Brad Steinecke to talk about the previous six. What did each say about the community it served? How can looking back at these foundational civic structures, perhaps the most public of all public buildings, inform us about where we ought to be going? Listen below to hear us ruminate on those questions and for the deepest dive on local civic history you're likely to find anywhere.
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When the roman numerals on a City Council agenda reach high enough for folks to have to think back on their school days to remember what item number is up for discussion, you know it's a busy night. Such was the case this past Monday, as Spartanburg City Council gave unanimous approval to three new major developments. The projects include two on the city's Northside, a new 16,000 square foot mixed-use development on the corner of College and Howard Street and redevelopment of the historic Fremont School into 41 market rate apartments, and a new 19,000 square foot mixed use development at a major gateway into downtown on E Main and Pine streets. Council also heard from city residents and rental property owners about a proposed registry program for the city's 7,000+ residential rental properties. Under the plan, residential rental property owners pay a $25 per-unit fee (maximum $250, waived if the property owner holds a city business license). The plan also would include periodic inspections to ensure rentals meet city building codes. The objective of the registry program would be to, over time, reduce the number of unsafe and unlivable rental units currently in the city, thereby reducing neighborhood blight and improving overall housing stock within the city. Council made no decision regarding the registry proposal and will take up the matter at a later meeting. Today on the podcast, we're talking with Assistant City Manager Chris Story to give you the details on all the action from Monday's meeting.
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Buying a home is one of the most important decisions many of us will ever make, and getting started in that process can be daunting. So what do you do if you have questions about qualifying for a mortgage, downpayment assistance, where to find a realtor, or any of the other issues that may arise in finding a home for you and your family? Come to the Homebuyer Seminar & Expo at the Dr. T.K. Gregg Community Center (650 Howard St.) on June 29, 10 a.m.–12:30 p.m.! Local experts in all of these areas and more will be available to walk you through the process and get you on the road to homeownership. Today on the podcast, we're talking with local realtor Lupe Rosales and Carolyn MacIntosh with First Citizens Bank about the event.
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How many episodes does Spartanburg City News have?

Spartanburg City News currently has 332 episodes available.

What topics does Spartanburg City News cover?

The podcast is about News, Local, Podcasts, City, Events and Government.

What is the most popular episode on Spartanburg City News?

The episode title ''Lead-safe Spartanburg' program to assist residents in removing dangerous lead paint from older homes' is the most popular.

What is the average episode length on Spartanburg City News?

The average episode length on Spartanburg City News is 27 minutes.

How often are episodes of Spartanburg City News released?

Episodes of Spartanburg City News are typically released every 7 days, 5 hours.

When was the first episode of Spartanburg City News?

The first episode of Spartanburg City News was released on Nov 12, 2012.

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