Walmart has opened a new 725,000 square-foot perishable distribution center in Wellford. The facility, designed to receive and process fresh produce, eggs, dairy, meat and frozen goods, delivers out to 180 local Walmart stores. The facility is currently hiring for multiple positions.

An Internet Crimes Against Children (ICAC) investigation conducted by the Spartanburg County Sheriff’s Office has resulted in the arrest of Theron Robert Littlefield of Lyman. Littlefield is currently being held at the Sussex Correctional Institution in Delaware as a Fugitive from Justice, pending extradition to South Carolina.

The Lyman Town Council discussed stormwater issues in the Lyman Mill Village, including failing pipes and alleyway maintenance. The Council approved legal services to investigate if the town has any legal authority to access, remove, or repair the faulty pipes, and if not, potential legal action against third parties. Residents commented on aging infrastructure and requested the Council to hold a vote to return alley ownership to the town, but the Mayor remained firm that the alleyways were private property and not the town's responsibility.