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Pickens County Council has begun its 2025-26 budget process, approving the first reading of a tax levy ordinance that includes compensation increases, public safety enhancements (new medic station, staff additions, county attorney), and veterans affairs support. Alongside budget discussions, the council addressed various items including litter control, economic agreements, recreation funding, and the lifting of a fire-related state of emergency. […]

Construction and patch work on S-15 MADDEN BRIDGE RD from Mauldin Rd to SC 133/Six Mile Hwy has been completed. The patch work has to cure and harden. Later, Madden Bridge Road will be milled and repaved, no later than November 2025.

The highly anticipated Clemson Music Fest 2025 kicks off today at the Intramural Fields near Memorial Stadium, promising a weekend filled with exciting performances. Music lovers can look forward to seeing a diverse lineup of artists, including Jessie Murph, DaBaby, The All-American Rejects, Mike., Bryce Vine, and Huddy. The festival runs from 4-11 p.m. today (Friday) and continues tomorrow from […]

Due to a main water line break at HWY 123 and HWY 178, the City of Liberty has issued an advisory recommending residents in affected areas, including HWY 178 and HWY 123 Intersection in Liberty, Liberty Hills Subdivision, the area from Subway Restaurant traveling East to 123 in Liberty, and any other areas experiencing loss of pressure/supply, boil their water […]

A 52-year-old man, John Louis Pellegrino, has been arrested and faces charges of Grand Larceny and Malicious Injury for allegedly stealing and damaging AC units from Anderson County businesses. An investigation dating back to February connected Pellegrino to at least three vandalism attempts, culminating in the successful theft of two units within the county and several others in the city, […]

This week marks National Library Week 2025, an annual celebration recognizing the vital contributions of libraries, librarians, and library workers in enriching lives and empowering communities. The inaugural National Library Week in 1958 encouraged reading with the theme “Wake Up and Read!”. Blair Hinson, director of the OCPL, recently discussed the Friends of the Library’s ongoing fundraising initiatives and the […]

Starting Monday, May 5, the City of Clemson will implement metered on-street parking in its downtown area, a change approved by City Council in December 2023 following requests from local businesses for increased parking turnover, according to Clemson’s Parking Director Rebekah Wilbanks… Given that the week coincides with Clemson University’s graduation, the City will initially issue warnings instead of fines. […]

The Oconee Democratic Party will hold its annual Justice Jubilee fundraiser on Saturday, April 26th at Nimmons Off the Alley in Seneca. This $60-ticketed event aims to gather individuals who support Democratic values and activism, with proceeds dedicated to maintaining the county party’s storefront office. A highlight of the evening will be the recognition of the Maxie Duke Volunteer of […]

National nonprofit Petco Love is investing $30,000 in Oconee Humane Society to bolster their vital work saving and improving the lives of pets in Oconee County, South Carolina, and neighboring areas. This significant grant will further the organization’s commitment to maintaining its no-kill status, achieved through comprehensive medical care, successful adoptions facilitated by behavioral support, and impactful community programs like […]

Duke Energy’s World of Energy at Oconee Nuclear Station is currently hosting its annual student art show, which began on April 9th in collaboration with the School District of Oconee County. The free exhibit features a diverse collection of artwork in various media, styles, and techniques created by students from pre-kindergarten through 12th grade across the district. The artwork will […]