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Jerome Rice Jr. sworn in as Spartanburg mayor, outlines priorities for education, safety and youth programs
Summary
Jerome Rice Jr. was sworn in as mayor of Spartanburg on Jan. 12 and used his inaugural remarks to emphasize public education, public health and public safety, announce a Children's Cabinet and promote downtown and North Side development projects aimed at youth opportunity.
Jerome Rice Jr. was sworn in as mayor of the city of Spartanburg during the council meeting on Jan. 12, 2026, and told the audience he will focus on public education, public health and public safety during his four-year term.
Rice took the oath of office and then thanked family, campaign supporters and city residents. "I don't take this lightly to serve as the mayor," he said, adding that he measures success by being visible…
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