A controversial symbol is back up along side a major Upstate highway. The Confederate flag is once again flying in Spartanburg County and is visible from I-85. County officials cited the owners of the flag for violating a county land ordinance.
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The owners of the flag and flagpole, the Sons Of Confederate Veterans group replaced the "Stars & Bars" with the South Carolina State Flag earlier this month, after they were notified of the violation. The group originally was ordered to comply with the ordinance by November 10th. However, they have appealed that decision.
The ordinance does not prohibit the flag itself, but cites the flagpole as being in violation. The Confederate Flag was back up at the location over the weekend.