Sparta had a highly unusual system of government. Two kings ruled the city, but a 28-member 'council of elders' limited their powers. These men were recruited from the highest social class ...

Sparta Police Capt. Chase Wood made his resignation public during a town council meeting Tuesday evening, citing several alleged issues in the department, including the handling of a video of a police ...

Spartanburg County and the City of Spartanburg have unveiled drawings for new local government offices to be situated at the corner of South Church Street and West Broad Street in downtown.

Sparta had a highly unusual system of government. Two kings ruled the city, but a 28-member 'council of elders' limited their powers. These men were recruited from the highest social class ...