Category: featured

Duke Energy has recently purchased 2,000 acres of land in Salem, South Carolina. This acquisition is part of the company’s strategy to support and potentially enhance the capacity of the Bad Creek pumped-storage facility. Following recent upgrades that boosted the facility’s capacity by 320 megawatts, Duke Energy is now considering additional expansion opportunities. The total cost for the land acquisition […]

Anderson County is seeking election workers for the upcoming June primaries. The Statewide Primary is on June 11th, with a potential Runoff election on June 25th. Duties include setting up polling stations, checking IDs, issuing ballots, and assisting voters. Training and payment are provided. Applicants must be registered voters in Anderson or an adjoining county or aged 16 or 17. […]

Columbia, S.C. – The South Carolina Department of Transportation will hold its annual Workers Memorial ceremony on Friday, April 26, to honor the men and women who have given their lives in service to SCDOT and the state of South Carolina. The SCDOT Workers Memorial ceremony will take place at SCDOT Headquarters (955 Park Street, Columbia) at 10 a.m. Secretary […]

Seneca, SC – Crossroads Animal Hospital invites the community to join them for an exciting Open House event on May 4, 2024, from 11:00 AM to 4:00 PM. Located at 8049 West Oak Highway in Seneca, SC, the event promises a day of fun-filled activities for all ages. Attendees can look forward to a diverse range of attractions, including food […]

All homeschoolers are invited to attend April 26th, 10 a.m. until 1 p.m. ANDERSON: Grab a boarding pass and set sail at the Anderson County Museum for a one-of-a-kind excursion. We invite all homeschoolers to come on an adventure with us this Friday, April 26th! Our cruise through history, will begin with Anderson’s largest body of water: Lake Hartwell. If […]

The South Carolina Department of Transportation (SCDOT) is actively seeking public input to enhance the electric vehicle (EV) infrastructure. As part of this initiative, they are hosting community meetings to gather insights from both current electric car owners and those considering the transition to EVs. The SCDOT has scheduled two upcoming sessions to further engage with the public. The first […]

Today, the spotlight will shine on South Carolina’s Teacher of the Year, with a strong likelihood that the accolade will go to an educator from the Upstate region. The finalists include one teacher from the Midlands and four from the Upstate. Among the esteemed finalists, Braden Wilson from Anderson School District One stands out as a local favorite. State Superintendent […]

The Elberton (GA) Police Department is currently investigating a neighborhood altercation that escalated into a shooting on Monday night. The incident, which reportedly occurred around 5:30 p.m., resulted in a 17-year-old being injured. The teen has been discharged and is now at home, where he is expected to make a full recovery, according to police. In connection with the shooting, […]

Temporary Exhibit open now through October 26,2023  ANDERSON: The award-winning Anderson County Museum has been conserving the stories of our community and “Letting History Speak” since 1983. Currently showcased in our temporary gallery is Principal People, which explores the rich history and culture of the Cherokee people. Anderson County was once territory of an expansive Cherokee Nation. Principal People explores the origins of the Cherokee people, […]

U.S. Senator Lindsey Graham voted for the bipartisan national security supplemental, providing aid to Israel, Ukraine, and Taiwan. He praised the Senate’s approval and President Trump’s support. The aid package, timely for Passover, addresses threats faced by Israel, supports Ukraine against Russian invaders, and is unfavorable for Putin, the Iranian Ayatollah, and the Chinese Communist Party. It also allows seizure […]