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On Sunday night, a frightening incident unfolded at the Walmart in Easley when an armed suspect caused a disturbance, as reported by the police. The Easley Police Department was alerted around 7 p.m. about the situation at the Walmart located on Rolling Hills Circle. Upon their arrival, the officers encountered a suspect armed with a hatchet. Despite their attempts to […]

According to Oconee County Corner Karl Addis, a 67-year-old Westminster woman died early Saturday morning from injuries sustained in a multiple vehicle collision, which occurred on SC 24 (aka West Oak Highway) near Townville in Oconee County. Master Trooper Mitchell Ridgeway has more… The deceased died at the scene of multiple blunt force trauma injuries. Oconee County Coroner Karl Addis […]

(Walhalla, SC) ——————————-The Oconee County Sheriff’s Office will be hosting a Pill Take Back Day on Saturday, April 27th.    The Pill Take Back Day will be held from 10am until 2pm as part of the National Prescription Drug Take Back Day.  Drop off locations will be the Oconee County Law Enforcement Center, at 300 South Church Street in Walhalla, […]

A debate for the next Pickens County Sheriff was held at the Dacusville community center Thursday evening, featuring five candidates: Chief Deputy Chuck James, Oconee County Deputy Michael Ticknor, Greenville County Deputy David Harrison, and Pickens County Deputies Tommy Blakenship and Damon Hubber. The candidates addressed various issues including gun rights, squatting, illegal immigration, mental health in their profession, and […]

At the regular meeting of the Walhalla City Council on April 16th, Mayor Tim Hall declared May 5-11 as Small Business Week, May 15 as Peace Officers Day, and April 22 as Earth Day. The Council received a clean audit report for FY23 from McKinley, Cooper & Co., LLC, and an overview of the past 20 years’ water infrastructure projects […]

The Pickens County School District is currently embroiled in a lawsuit for allegedly violating Title IX’s rules against sex-based discrimination. The lawsuit, which was filed by a state law office, is titled “Mother and Father Doe, Individually and on Behalf of Jane Doe, a Minor Under the Age of 18 vs. School District of Pickens County.” The case centers around […]

Seneca Police K-9 Rogue, a 10-year-old dog known for her eagerness to face challenges, is retiring after a distinguished career in drug searches and suspect tracking. Four years ago, during her first demonstration, K-9 Rogue took down City Administrator Scott Moulder, who wore the “bite suit”. Mayor Pro-Tem Ronnie O’Kelley and Seneca High Basketball Coach Kevin Padgett have also been […]

Elizabeth Caldwell, a student from Hendersonville, Tennessee, attending Clemson University, has been honored with the prestigious Truman Scholarship. This scholarship, named in memory of President Harry Truman, recognizes college students who demonstrate a strong commitment to public service and show promise for future contributions in this field. Caldwell will be awarded up to $30,000 to support her graduate studies, alongside […]

UPDATE: The Oconee County Sheriff’s Office is happy to report that 25-year-old Totianna Annabell Lee Holland has been located and she is safe. The announcement comes after a $1,000 reward was offered leading to her safe return. Original Story: The Oconee County Sheriff’s Office is seeking the public’s help today in locating a Seneca woman who has been reported missing. 25-year-old […]

Lance Corp. Brittany Glover with the SCHOP has information on a fatal motorcycle crash that happened in Anderson County Wednesday night… The Anderson County Coroner’s Office identified the deceased as 58-year-old Dennis Castellano from Belton.