Jerome Rice for Mayor

"Huge thanks to Laura and Will Ringo for welcoming us into your home and for your incredible support!"

Early voting begins today and lasts until Friday, October 31st! 🗳

You can vote in-person at the Spartanburg County Administration Building, 366 N Church St. in Conference Room 6 (downstairs), Monday through Friday from 8:30 AM-5 PM this week and next! Please note the office will not be open on Saturday and Sunday.

Be sure to bring your photo ID to cast your ballot!

🎈Spartanburg Families — Get Ready to Celebrate! 🎈

We’re thrilled to announce the return of the Hello Family Community Baby Shower!

Join us for a heartwarming day created especially for new and expecting parents — filled with giveaways, resources, and plenty of fun surprises.

Let’s come together to celebrate new beginnings, build connections, and share the joy of family! 👶✨

👉 Reserve your spot today: https://form.jotform.com/252855624620155

Humana Healthy Horizons South Carolina Department of Health and Human Services

Ending homelessness in Spartanburg County requires all of us—nonprofits, government, businesses, and neighbors—working side by side. A Place to Call Home is a community-wide initiative bringing partners together to amplify solutions and build a coordinated path forward. This short video highlights the power of collaboration and why a united approach is the only way we can truly make lasting change.

Watch here: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=j9QaBzm_Lc0 (linked in our bio)

Learn more about A Place to Call Home at https://www.aptchspartanburg.org/ (clickable link in our bio).

Our free shuttle service begins today in Downtown Spartanburg! Our shuttle picks up riders from designated locations and drops them off at conveniently placed drop-off points in the downtown area.

📍 Service Locations:
-Kennedy St. Garage
-Dunbar St. Garage
-Wall St.

🕐 Hours: 11 AM-3 PM, 5:30 PM-9:30 PM

📆 Days of Service: Tuesday through Sunday

🚗 How to Access: Shuttle drop-off and pick-up stations are located at the above locations. Passengers need to meet the shuttle at the sign nearest to their exit, safely board the shuttle, and then exit the shuttle at the closest designated stop to their destination.

Community members are invited to attend a FREE Financial Empowerment eBus Event on Tuesday, October 28th from 10 AM until 4 PM at the Dr. T.K. Gregg Community Center.

Join Fifth Third Bank and hop on their eBus to Financial Empowerment, where banking professionals will provide information on improving credit, budgeting, and saving money.

Refreshments will be served, and each workshop will have an opportunity for attendees to win gift cards!

ENDORSEMENT ALERT!!!

The Honorable Dr. Sarah R. Simmons endorses the re-election of JEROME RICE as Mayor of the City of Spartanburg. In her endorsement, she writes: “Mayor Jerome Rice is truly a visionary. His commitment to the City of Spartanburg is evident through his collaborative work with the Spartanburg City Council and other community organizations. Having grown up in this city, I believe that Mayor Rice understands the needs of the city and is truly committed to the continued growth of Spartanburg. His dedication and responsibility to his work have been excellent, and he has shown support for the community and citizens of Spartanburg in the surrounding areas. I strongly support Jerome Rice for re-election for Mayor!”

VOTE for JEROME RICE in the Mayor's Election that will be held on TUESDAY, NOVEMBER 4th (or in advance by absentee ballot) in the City of Spartanburg. To learn more about Jerome and his plan for Spartanburg, please visit our web site at www.Rice4Mayor.com.

ENDORSEMENT ALERT!!!

Smitha Lee, a Spartanburg native, business owner of Forward Vantage, LLC, Smithalee, LLC, and community member, endorses the re-election of JEROME RICE as Mayor of the City of Spartanburg. In his endorsement, he writes: “I’ve had the honor of witnessing Major Rice in action, capturing countless moments of him giving back to Spartanburg with the same energy and support that this city has poured into him. I’ve watched him move tirelessly from meeting to event to community gathering, always showing that Spartanburg stands united under one vision and one voice. Our city is evolving, and I’m excited for the change and new heights ahead. With leaders like Major Rice at the helm, we can trust that our collective voice will continue to be heard, valued, and championed.”

VOTE for JEROME RICE in the Mayor's Election that will be held on TUESDAY, NOVEMBER 4th (or in advance by absentee ballot) in the City of Spartanburg. To learn more about Jerome and his plan for Spartanburg, please visit our web site at www.Rice4Mayor.com.

🙏🏾 Huge thanks to The People’s Coalition for organizing such an inclusive and engaging event for the upcoming election. It was an incredible opportunity for all candidates to speak and, more importantly, to connect one-on-one with community members. What stood out the most to me was seeing so many young people show up, ask questions, and get involved. Your voices matter, and your energy gives me real hope for the future. 👏🏾💬🗳️

Let’s keep these conversations going—community engagement is how we build lasting change.

🌟 THANK YOU, SPARTANBURG! 🌟
Over the past 4 years, we’ve had the absolute honor of walking alongside so many of you through our incredible city as part of the “Miles with the Mayor”initiative. Together, we’ve walked over 120 miles through Spartanburg — and what a journey it’s been!

Each mile has given us the chance to learn more about our city, learn from each other, meet new neighbors, network and connect, as well as build lasting friendships. More than just a walk, this initiative has been about creating a safe, healthy space where we could enjoy all that Spartanburg’s culture and community have to offer.

A huge THANK YOU to everyone who showed up this past Saturday for one of our most exciting walks yet! We explored the new Planetarium, checked out the Kitty Black Perkins Makers Lab (even had the opportunity to hear from Ms. kitty Black Perkins!), strolled towards Fifth Third Park, and had fun at the Children’s Museum. It was truly fantastic!

Your continued support means the world to us, and we can't wait to see you all again next month as we keep moving forward — one mile at a time.

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