New Spartanburg Sheriff, Nine candidates are officially running for Spartanburg County Sheriff.

New Spartanburg Sheriff, Bill Rhyne says he’s ready to step into the new role, focusing on Sheriff Bill Rhyne was sworn in on Nov. 5, election on Nov. Bill Rhyne says he’s ready to step into the new role, focusing on transparency SPARTANBURG COUNTY, S. After more A special primary election for Spartanburg County sheriff and a vacant Spartanburg County Council seat was held Tuesday, August 5. Spartanburg County voters will Bill Rhyne was sworn into office on Friday, Oct. Stephens, the new Spartanburg County sheriff, released a statement Friday hours after Chuck Wright resigned and Gov. We are fully dedicated to upholding the law with the highest levels of In a field of 9 candidates for Spartanburg County Sheriff, Bill Rhyne and Rusty Clevenger gained the most votes. He was appointed by Gov. Stephens as interim sheriff of Spartanburg County following Chuck Wright's Bill Rhyne took the oath of office Friday, becoming the first new sheriff to lead the county in twenty years. The primary will be held on August 5 while the New Spartanburg County Sheriff Bill Rhyne took his oath of office on Nov. Spartanburg County Council slashed the sheriff's salary in June -- and raised it again on Nov. SPARTANBURG — Bill Rhyne credits his dream of becoming sheriff to a chance encounter with a man in a restaurant near Lake Bowen only a few months into his tenure at the The Spartanburg County Sheriff’s Office is united in our deep commitment to serving and protecting every resident of this county. Stephens to serve as Spartanburg County SPARTANBURG, S. 17 county council meeting. And that choice – by an overwhelming margin – was Bill Rhyne. Rusty Clevenger and Bill Rhyne are competing in the Republican primary runoff for Spartanburg County Sheriff. Winner of Spartanburg County sheriff's race lays out future plans Bill Rhyne, the only candidate remaining to become the next Spartanburg County sheriff, says he wants transparency SPARTANBURG COUNTY, S. New court filings outline possible prison time and restitution for former Spartanburg County Sheriff Chuck Wright and two co-defendants. 19 after none of the nine candidates running for Spartanburg sheriff managed to get more than 50 percent of the vote. SPARTANBURG — County council on June 11 voted to set the next sheriff’s salary at $100,000, meaning the next sheriff would begin the job making $115,000 annually when factoring in a Officials said 5,321 people voted early in the primary race for Spartanburg County Sheriff on Aug. SPARTANBURG — Voters will return to the polls on Aug. (FOX Carolina) - For the first time in 20 years, Spartanburg County officially has a new sheriff. Bill Rhyne took the oath of office as sheriff of Spartanburg County on Friday, with family members, fellow law The filing period for the special election to fill the seat of Spartanburg County Sheriff opened Friday. SPARTANBURG — After Spartanburg County’s sheriff and a county councilman resigned, two partisan special elections are set for later this year. Rhyne emerged as the Republican nominee for Spartanburg County Sheriff and Paul Abbott for county council’s third district seat. Henry McMaster after the resignation of Chuck Wright. SPARTANBURG — The chance to pick a new Spartanburg County sheriff and council member has already brought out voters in droves for the biggest special election in recent memory A new chapter has officially begun for law enforcement in Spartanburg County. Bill Rhyne was sworn in as the new sheriff of Spartanburg County Friday morning at the Spartanburg County Courthouse. (WSPA) — Bill Rhyne was sworn in as the new sheriff of Spartanburg County Friday morning at the Spartanburg County Courthouse. The special election to replace former Sheriff Chuck Wright has attracted numerous candidates so far. Jeffery F. 17. A new chapter begins in Spartanburg County. 5. New administration Capt. Stephens as Interim Sheriff. Spartanburg County swears in first new sheriff in 20 years Bill Rhyne says he’s ready to step into the new role, focusing on transparency and trust. 4. Henry McMaster has appointed Jeffery F. Governor Henry McMaster has named an interim sheriff to lead Spartanburg County Sheriff’s Office after the sudden resignation of Chuck Wright. Family, supporters, and county staff Sheriff Chuck Wright has resigned, ending a 20-year tenure as Spartanburg County's top lawman amid an FBI probe into his spending habits and allegations of drug use. A lawsuit Detention Services Division As a branch of the Sheriff's Office, the mission of the Spartanburg County Detention Center is to protect the public by securely detaining individuals who have been arrested Spartanburg County Council has reportedly begun taking steps to stop salary payments for Sheriff Chuck Wright, who has been on a leave of absence. JUST IN: New Spartanburg County Sheriff Jeff Stephens releases a statement on his new appointment. (Video above: Interview with Sheriff-elect Bill Rhyne)His race was uncontested after beating out a crowded Republican EXECUTIVE ORDER NO. Retired State Trooper Bill Rhyne and current Spartanburg County Council voted on Wednesday to set the salary for the next sheriff at $100,000 with a $15,000 stipend -- a major cutback. Contact Us Physical Address 8045 Howard Street, Spartanburg, SC 29303 Mailing Address Post Office Box 771, Spartanburg, SC 29304 Phone Numbers Emergency: Dial 911 Non-Emergency: 864-596 For the first time since 2004, Spartanburg County voters went to the polls and made their choice of a new sheriff. Eight candidates for the position shared the stage on July 11 to make their case to voters. SPARTANBURG, S. Find up-to-the-minute results for the Spartanburg County Sheriff and Spartanburg County Council District 3 races here. Staff morale and officer retention were among the key topics. Palmetto Sports Team polls USA fans For the first time in two decades, Spartanburg County has sworn in a new sheriff. Michelle Johnson, who spent the last South Carolina Gov. McMaster after Chuck Wright Bill Rhyne is now officially the sheriff-elect in Spartanburg County. The Spartanburg County Sheriff’s Office is proud to announce the appointment of Jeffery F. They're set for an August 19 runoff. Sheriff Bill Rhyne launches Community Connect events in Spartanburg County to improve transparency, build trust, and engage directly with residents. Spartanburg County has a new interim sheriff, Jeffery F. C. The ceremony follows Rhyne’s election in the primary runoff back in August. This is more than double the number of WATCH: Palmetto Sports reporter Ella Grogan LIVE at New Realm Brewing as fans react to Team USA's World Cup run coming to an end in round of 16 against Belgium. He says teamwork, communication are Following news of the former Spartanburg County sheriff's plan to plead guilty to federal charges, leaders push for closure and end to authority abuse. The letter from Wilson outlines the SLED investigations into Spartanburg County Sheriff Chuck Wright and former Sheriff's Office Chaplain Longtime law enforcement officer and Spartanburg native, Bill Rhyne, announced his intentions to run Spartanburg County Sheriff. (WSPA) -Spartanburg County voters will have nine candidates to choose from when casting their lot for who they think should be the new county sheriff. Questions revealed differences on several issues. The department's former chaplain is also under investigation. Contact Us Physical Address 8045 Howard Street, Spartanburg, SC 29303 Mailing Address Post Office Box 771, Spartanburg, SC 29304 Phone Numbers Emergency: Dial 911 Non-Emergency: 864-596 The first woman to serve on command staff in the department’s 240-year history spent the last 10 years with SLED, but calls Spartanburg home. First new Spartanburg County sheriff in 20 years sworn in FOX Carolina News 212K subscribers 1 Spartanburg County voters will head to the polls tomorrow to narrow the races for sheriff and one county council district. Stephens, appointed by Gov. (WSPA) – Elections officials have announced when Spartanburg County voters will be able to elect a new sheriff. (WSPA) – Spartanburg County Coroner Rusty Clevenger has announced his bid to be the county’s new sheriff. Here's what you need to know before voting. The sheriff's office shared Governor Henry McMaster today issued Executive Order 2025-18 appointing current Cherokee County Sheriff’s Office Chief Deputy Jeffery F. Spartanburg County’s interim sheriff will be holding a press conference to share his plans for the agency and its future. Wright's return follows controversies including an FBI investigation and an ethics probe. 7 before swearing in his new command staff. You have served as deputy with the Spartanburg County Sheriff’s Office and as a member of the Lyman Town Council. The position became vacant when Chuck Wright resigned in May after Candidate filing for the Spartanburg County Sheriff's race opens Friday, and the race to replace former Sheriff Chuck Wright is crowded. Henry McMaster SPARTANBURG — As the county prepares for a whirlwind campaign to decide who will be the next sheriff — that decision will be practically solidified in the GOP primary a little more than South Carolina Gov. In an effort to help readers know more about the candidates and their stances on key issues facing the Spartanburg County Sheriff’s Office, the Herald-Journal sent four questions to each On Friday, Spartanburg County Interim Sheriff Jeffery Stephens held a press conference to outline the work he has initiated during his first two weeks Nine Republican candidates are running for Spartanburg County sheriff after Chuck Wright's resignation. Stephens as interim sheriff of Spartanburg County following Chuck Wright's South Carolina Gov. Spartanburg County Sheriff Bill Rhyne, who took office on Nov. Bill Rhyne took the oath of office Friday, becoming the first new sheriff to lead the county in twenty years. SPARTANBURG COUNTY, S. SPARTANBURG — Spartanburg County deputies could be fired if Sheriff Chuck Wright doesn’t approve of their relationships or communications with others, according to a new policy Former Spartanburg County Sheriff Charles Chuck Wright has agreed to plead guilty in federal court to engaging in a conspiracy to steal federal funds, according to a plea agreement made The decision last week by Spartanburg County Council to drastically reduce first-year pay for the next sheriff brought criticism at Monday's meeting. Randy Hollifield, a candidate for Spartanburg Sheriff, has a wide range of experience in law enforcement. Nine candidates are officially running for Spartanburg County Sheriff. We recognize the immense responsibility entrusted to us, and we approach our duties Bill Rhyne was sworn in as the new sheriff of Spartanburg County Friday morning at the Spartanburg County Courthouse. Former Spartanburg Sheriff Chuck Wright is under investigation by state law enforcement agents, and charges could be coming soon. A primary is set for Aug. With just days left before the primary election, voters in Spartanburg packed another room Thursday night to hear directly from the nine candidates running for county sheriff. Spartanburg County Sheriff Chuck Wright has returned to work after a leave of absence. On June 17, the Spartanburg County Sheriff’s Office partnered with the South Carolina Highway Patrol, the Spartanburg Police Department, and other law SPARTANBURG, S. Ric Stephens, a candidate for Spartanburg County Sheriff, said his international experience as an investigator will enable him to nab drug dealers. Wright's resignation follows controversy SPARTANBURG COUNTY, S. Candidates to replace former Spartanburg Sheriff Chuck Wright have emerged. Clevenger emphasizes his experience as coroner, while Rhyne Candidates for Spartanburg County Sheriff met for a NAACP community forum. 7, received a pay increase at the Nov. 7 and laid out a vision for the department focused on regaining community trust in the agency. Henry McMaster has appointed a new interim sheriff for Spartanburg County following the resignation of longtime Sheriff Chuck The replacement for South Carolina’s latest criminal sheriff defined why sheriffs can fire at will when he said a deputy with bad judgment represented him, and has to be held to a high Former Spartanburg County investigator Nick Duncan went head-to-head with former Sheriff Chuck Wright last election, harping on the need for a fresh point of view and more transparency. We are fully dedicated to upholding the law with the highest levels of transparency, professionalism, and accountability. (FOX Carolina) - Multiple lawmen have announced that they are running for the position in the upcoming election Spartanburg County Sheriff Bill Rhyne is holding community events to rebuild public trust after a previous scandal. Candidates for Spartanburg County Sheriff made their case at a July 11 forum. 2025-18 WHEREAS, the undersigned has been notified that there presently exists a vacancy in the office of Sheriff of Spartanburg County due to the resignation of Charles Bill Rhyne set to take office as the next Spartanburg County sheriff Michigan groom will spend decades in prison for killing his best friend on his wedding night Major freeze risk warned for 21 Former Spartanburg County Sheriff Chuck Wright could soon be facing four charges. The ceremony was held in the County Courthouse, following a summer of campaigning in a special Sheriff Bill Rhyne was born and raised in northern Spartanburg County and is a graduate of Chapman High School. Under the leadership of Interim Sheriff Jeffery Stephens, we stood together and took the oath to serve with For the first time in two decades, Spartanburg County has sworn in a new sheriff. Family, supporters, and county staff SPARTANBURG COUNTY, S. For the first time in 20 years, Spartanburg County will officially have a new sheriff. 7, as the Spartanburg County Sheriff. (FOX Carolina) - Polls opened on Tuesday for voters to decide between two finalists for Spartanburg County Sheriff. How would these combined experiences inform your perspective on the FOX Carolina News breaks down the candidates running for Spartanburg County Sheriff, including one-on-one interviews with each of them to help You Decide 2025. Henry McMaster has appointed the new sheriff for Spartanburg County after Chuck Wright resigned. On Friday, the Upstate will begin to learn who’s officially declaring candidacy to become the next Spartanburg County Sheriff—but a recent cut to the sheriff’s salary is raising questions The sheriff’s office released a statement after the announcement. Bill Rhyne took the oath of office as sheriff of Spartanburg County on Friday, with family members, fellow SPARTANBURG, S. Meanwhile, interim Sheriff Jeffrey Stephens brings calm and stability. See how Sheriff Bill Rhyne's salary now compares. Now all eyes are on November 4. The ceremony . (BFMG) — South Carolina Gov. Deeply rooted in this community, he credits it with shaping his values, purpose, and Up-to-the-minute results for the Spartanburg County Sheriff's race runoff and Spartanburg County Council District 3 runoff. The two Voters will elect a new Spartanburg County Sheriff. The ceremony marked a pivotal moment for a community eager for change and renewed confidence Bill Rhyne was officially sworn into office as Sheriff of Spartanburg County this morning at the County Courthouse. (FOX Carolina) - Former Spartanburg County Sheriff Chuck Wright has been sentenced to 41 months in federal prison after a lengthy hearing on Tuesday. ahzkwlrq5, dw, 0f, uoayer, fr8, ei, te5, k6r, cmdm2, ttkkpqqb,