This mixed-use development will bring 8+ retail spaces to downtown Lyman- see where and when below...

From new mixed-use construction to a mixed-use renovation of one of downtown's oldest historic schools, to Labor Day weekend deals and themed events, there's no shortage of exciting Spartanburg news to celebrate in today's InTheBurg.

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Groundbreaking with Middle Tyger Council

Movin' Dirt in Lyman

Yesterday, the Middle Tyger Council celebrated the groundbreaking of Pacific Place, a mixed-use development in downtown Lyman, (40 Groce Rd.) Site plans include a two-story building with a ground-floor restaurant and eight retail spaces, eight one-bedroom apartments above, and townhomes to the rear. It is expected to open in summer 2024.

Pacific Place's Mixed-Use Project

Photo via Craft Axe Throwing- Spartanburg

Glowing & Throwing

Get your glow on this Labor Day weekend! Craft Axe Throwing- Spartanburg, (226 West Main St, behind RJ Rockers Brewery,) will swap their regular taproom lighting for black lights September 2nd-4th, 12pm-9pm, for a colorfully competitive experience. Reserve your target throwing lanes in advance on their website.

Reserve a Throwing Lane

Textile artist & co-owner, Kathryn Macdonald

Two Kindred Spirits

Local creatives and mother-daughter duo, Kathryn and Maggie Macdonald, founded The Kindred Spirits, an arts boutique in downtown Spartanburg (115 North Church St,) which has grown over the past six years to showcase the work of 80+ local artists. Maggie runs an arts studio across town, while Kathryn leads the shop, creating unique textile work.

Meet Kathryn Macdonald

(Click here for Labor Day bottle sales.)

Distilling in Sugar Tit

Not only is "Sugar Tit" a real location in Reidville, it's also home to Sugar Tit Moonshine Distillery (330 Main St,) a small-batch corn whiskey distillery located in a restored 1857 apothecary country store. A building expansion will allow for increased production and distribution. The distillery celebrates its seventh anniversary this weekend.

"The Sweetest 'Shine in the South"

Alexander Street School, 1930s; courtesy SCPL Herald-Journal Willis Collection

Throwback Thursday

Alexander Elementary School, (originally Dean Street School,) was constructed in 1891 and extensively renovated in 1839, recently featured in The Green Book of SC. Today, Omega Psi Phi Fraternity's Epsilon Nu Chapter owns the site and are planning a mixed-use community center renovation. Stay tuned for details...

Historic Guide to Cultural Sites
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OneSpartanburg, Inc.


Spartanburg Regional Healthcare System



University of South Carolina- Upstate

What Else?

Enjoy weekly live events at City of Woodruff's open-air Block 224 (224 South Main St,) with family-friendly acoustic sets from local musicians, outdoor seating, and firepits from 6:30pm-8:30pm, every Thursday night through October.

The Spartanburg Alumnae Chapter of Delta Sigma Theta will present a Triple D Extravaganza: Denim & Diamonds Darty (Day Party) this Sunday, September 4th, 4pm-9pm at the Spartanburg Marriott. The soiree is a fundraiser supporting Spartanburg County scholarships and youth initiatives. Come dressed in your best denim and diamonds! Tickets are required in advance.

What else is happening InTheBurg this week? Check out our online Community Calendar for local markets, live music events, virtual experiences, creative workshops, and more.

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