Spartanburg is served by today's Norfolk Southern and CSX and Amtrak's Crescent Limited. The town is located at a junction of historic Southern Railway, Clinchfield and Atlantic Coast Line tracks.
I always enjoy drawing cabooses and locomotives that stand as a cornerstone of a community's pride to their connection to the railroad. Southern caboose 3115 is a proud reminder of the railroads that helped build the Spartanburg of today.
When you visit Spartanburg, have lunch at the famous Beacon Drive-In. It is a legendary watering hole for politicians, sports heroes and the like who are crossing the region. Legend goes that many a stump speech has been made at the Beacon over a burger and sweet tea. Always order your burger "A-Plenty" to receive a generous helping of fried onions as you rush through the lunch counter.
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