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Washington, D.C. — Congressman Jeff Duncan issued the following statement regarding his decision not to seek re-election for an 8th term to the United States House of Representatives:  “After 9/11, I felt a calling to serve my State or Nation in some capacity. Serving in both the South Carolina State Legislature and the United States House of Representatives has been the […]

On Tuesday morning, an incident occurred at Glenview Middle School, as reported by Anderson County School District Five. A crossing guard was struck and injured by a vehicle, according to the Anderson County Sheriff’s Office. It is believed that another vehicle hit the one that ended up striking the crossing guard, officials said. Following the incident, the injured crossing guard […]

In the third quarter of 2023, the City of Pickens’ drinking water was found to have elevated levels of halo acetic acids (HAA5), a byproduct of chlorine disinfection. The issue was resolved the next day, and the city is now in compliance with legal limits. At a town hall on Tuesday, leaders reassured residents about the safety of their water […]

A case involving a young man accused of murdering a woman in Walhalla last summer is still in the pre-trial phase. Recently, a judge instructed the city police to present evidence to aid the defense in preparing their case. The defendant, Gilbert Nava, age 19, appeared in court in prison attire and remained silent as Judge Maddox directed the investigation […]

South Carolina’s Democratic primary is on February 3, and the Republican primary is on February 24. Voters can only participate in one primary. While the time to register for the Democratic primary has passed, the deadline to register for the Republican primary is January 25. Early voting starts two weeks before each primary. Absentee voters must request an application form […]

The U.S. Army Corps of Engineers, Savannah District, announces some annual passes are temporarily not available at Hartwell, Richard B. Russell and J. Strom Thurmond Lakes Project Visitors Centers. The following passes are unavailable: USACE Annual Pass, America the Beautiful Annual Pass, America the Beautiful Senior Annual Pass, America the Beautiful Military Annual Pass, America the Beautiful 4th Grade Pass, and […]

Top election officials from Oconee and Pickens counties acknowledge that skepticism about the accuracy of the country’s elections persists following the 2020 presidential vote. However, they express confidence in the accuracy, security, and accessibility of local elections. A public forum was held by the League of Women Voters in Clemson on Tuesday evening, focusing on these aspects of elections. Five […]

Columbia, S.C. (January 17, 2024) – After nearly 30 years of service to the State of South Carolina, Christy A. Hall, the Secretary of Transportation for the South Carolina Department of Transportation, has announced her retirement effective March 31, 2024. Hall has served as Secretary of Transportation for approximately 10 years since she was appointed by Governor Nikki Haley. Secretary of Transportation […]

The SCHP is investigating a fatal crash that happened Monday evening around 6:30pm in Anderson County. MT Gary Miller has more… The Anderosn County Coroner’s Office identified the victim as 53-year-old Tammy Seigle from Pelzer.

The Oconee Sheriff’s Office has issued a warning about a scam involving a fraudulent fundraiser for Deputy Lucas Watts, who was injured on duty. The scam involves a caller requesting donations for Watts, but the Sheriff’s Office has clarified that they do not solicit donations via cold calls. The public is advised to hang up on such calls and not […]