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Woodruff, South Carolina Patch AM: a 4 min readHey there, Woodruff! Let's get started with what's happening in and around town. Read on and stay in the loop. ☕️️
In today's newsletter:
- Why Woodruff star Aiden Gibson chose Penn State over closer programs
Today's riddle: what do you call a rabbit with fleas? 🤔 (Answer below!)
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- Wednesday: Beautiful with clouds and sun, with a high of 78 and low of 56 degrees.
- Thursday: Mostly sunny and beautiful, temps: high: 75, low: 47.
- Friday: Beautiful with plenty of sun, with a high of 79 and low of 54 degrees.
📰 News we're reading
• Woodruff RB Gibson commits to Penn State (wspa.com) — Woodruff High School running back Aiden Gibson has committed to play college football at Penn State, announcing his decision Tuesday night at a packed downtown Woodruff restaurant. The rising senior chose the Nittany Lions over several major programs after back-to-back 1,500-plus yard rushing seasons that have made him one of South Carolina’s top recruits. 
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Idlehurst Foundation & City of Woodruff's Farmers' Market →
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Saturday June 6
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Other local events
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Teen Speed Puzzle Challenge
Woodruff Library
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WPS 3k & 4k Awards Day
Spartanburg County School District 4 WPS cafeteria
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Family LEGOs and More
Woodruff Library
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Adult Bingo Bash
Woodruff Library
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WPS 5K Graduation/Awards Day
Spartanburg County School District 4 WPS Cafeteria
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Thursday May 14
Friday May 15
Monday May 18
Tuesday May 19
Wednesday May 20
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🗓 Events Nearby
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Teen Speed Puzzle Challenge
Woodruff Library
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City Council Meeting →
Fountain Inn, SC Calendar, 300 Wall Street, Fountain Inn
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WPS 3k & 4k Awards Day
Spartanburg County School District 4 WPS cafeteria
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Get in the Pink - Brunch & Fashion Show →
Fountain Inn Museum Inc, 102 Depot St, Fountain Inn
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Family LEGOs and More
Woodruff Library
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Adult Bingo Bash
Woodruff Library
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Thursday May 14
Friday May 15
Saturday May 16
Monday May 18
Tuesday May 19
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💬 Chatter
What your neighbors are talking about on social media
- Update: Pet Reunited
Molly, a dog who went missing in Duncan, SC, has been safely reunited with their family after 1 days, 6 hours. Message from Owner: "Molly went… (Nextdoor Moore-Reidville-Woodruff) - Please share & repost to help reunite this stray dog!
FOUND on May 11, 2026 in Fountain Inn, SC 29644 near Wexford Park Neighborhood Sharing for a neighbor. For the latest information or to contact the… (Nextdoor Woodruff American Legion)
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- Food Lion posted a job opening for FT-Asst Deli Bakery Mgr in Simpsonville. Apply here. You can search for other jobs near Woodruff here.
🗞 Nearby News
Fountain Inn
- Service and Sacrifice: Acknowledging Upstate South Carolina Law Enforcement During National Police Week (whosonthemove.com)
- LEAD Upstate announces Kelly Willenberg as Presenting Sponsor for 2026 Law Enforcement Appreciation Day (whosonthemove.com)
- Upstate Families Hop Into Summer with Interactive Park Exploration Program (whosonthemove.com)
Simpsonville
- Greenville County welcomes two new coffee shops (scbiz.com)
- 8 Rookie Power-Washing Mistakes to Avoid This Spring (mercedsunstar.com)
- 10th Annual Tails & Trails 5K Races Through Conestee Park (whosonthemove.com)
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P.S. The answer to today's riddle: Bugs Bunny ! (Thank you bruce A. for sending it in!)
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