Spartanburg House candidates invited to Voice of Business Brunch
OneSpartanburg, Inc. will host a special Voice of Business Brunch on Monday, Oct. 19, featuring candidates for the South Carolina House of Representatives representing Spartanburg County.
The event, titled “Meet the S.C. House Candidates,” will give attendees an opportunity to hear from candidates ahead of the Nov. 3 general election. All Spartanburg County House candidates have been invited to participate.
The brunch is scheduled for 11:30 a.m. to 1 p.m. at the Piedmont Club.
Registration is available through OneSpartanburg, Inc.
Upstate Talent Forum set for October 13-14
The 2026 Upstate Talent Forum will bring workforce, education and business leaders together Oct. 13-14 to discuss strategies for developing the region’s future workforce and expanding economic mobility.
The two-day forum will focus on collaboration among organizations working to strengthen talent development, align workforce strategies and address the changing needs of employers across the Upstate.
The forum is intended to provide an opportunity for business, education and workforce-development leaders to share ideas and explore approaches to preparing workers for current and future opportunities throughout the region.
More information about the 2026 Upstate Talent Forum, including event details and registration, is available at https://upstatetalentforum.com/
Bacon and Barrel returns on October 15 to support St. Luke’s Free Medical Clinic
Bourbon, bacon and live music will come together Oct. 15 at Indigo Hall for Bacon and Barrel, a fundraiser supporting St. Luke’s Free Medical Clinic.
The evening will feature bourbon tastings, bacon-inspired dishes from local restaurants, live music and a silent auction. Attendees will also have the opportunity to vote for their favorite participating restaurant in the competition for the coveted Flying Pig Award.
Proceeds from the event support St. Luke’s Free Medical Clinic and its efforts to provide health care at no cost to uninsured residents of Spartanburg County.
Purchase tickets at www.baconbarrelspartanburg.com/.
Jump Jam returns to Spartanburg Bike Park on October 10
Jump Jam, a community cycling event hosted by PAL, will return Saturday, Oct. 10, at the Subaru of Spartanburg Bike Park.
The afternoon will feature children’s races, jumping demonstrations and competitions, along with activities for families and riders of varying experience levels.
First-time riders can participate on the children’s track, while experienced cyclists will have opportunities to compete and demonstrate their skills on the park’s jump lines.
Registration and additional information is available at www.palspartanburg.org/.
Al Haggerty joins Coldwell Banker Caine in Spartanburg
Coldwell Banker Caine recently welcomed Al Haggerty as a real estate agent in its Spartanburg office. A Spartanburg native with six years of real estate experience, Haggerty pairs lifelong local knowledge with more than 30 years of branding and marketing expertise to help buyers and sellers navigate their next move.
Before entering real estate, Haggerty owned a branding and marketing firm for more than three decades. That background continues to shape his work, from positioning and marketing homes to communicating clearly and finding creative solutions. He approaches each transaction as an advocate, focused on understanding his clients’ priorities, protecting their interests and helping them make informed decisions.
The Spartanburg County Foundation announces election of William ‘Bill’ Coker to Board of Trustees
The Spartanburg County Foundation is pleased to announce the election of William “Bill” Coker to the Board of Trustees. Mr. Coker begins his seven-year service with the Foundation in January 2027.
Bill is a graduate of the University of Virginia with a Bachelor of Science degree in Commerce, specializing in Finance. He is also an honor graduate of the Stonier Graduate School of Banking at the University of Delaware. He is a Certified Financial Planner and a Certified Trust & Fiduciary Advisor. He is a member of the Spartanburg and Greenville Estate Planning Councils.
