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Beacon Drive-In: The Rowdy Charm of Spartanburg’s Iconic 50s and 60s Diner
The Rowdy Charm of the Beacon Drive-In: Spartanburg’s 1950s Gathering Spot. In the 1950s and 60s, the Beacon Drive-In in Spartanburg, South Carolina, wasn’t just a place to grab a meal—it was a lively social hub, known for its unique charm and an atmosphere that could only be described as controlled chaos. The original “Stand Up” Beacon was an unpretentious spot where locals packed in, shoulder-to-shoulder, to shout their orders above the noise of sizzling grease and bustling conversation. For many who remember those days, the Beacon is a symbol of Spartanburg’s cultural heritage—a place where the smells of fried food and the sounds of camaraderie blended into a rich tapestry.
Upstate residents desperate to get downed and leaning trees removed: 'They're panicking'
John and Nancy Harvell lost two trees during Tropical Storm Helene - a pecan and an oak. Luckily, the 100-year-old trees missed their century-old house, situated in the Alta Vista section of Greenville, ultimately falling into a neighbors back yard. But the storm - and all the felled trees - have taken their...
Western NC church seeks help with storing donations after Helene aid pours in
"We have taken in tractor-trailer loads from Michigan, Arkansas, Alabama, Mississippi, Florida, and so many other states. It has been a blessing," said the Pastor of Pilgrim's Way Baptist Church of Rutherfordton.
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