Today's Hits and Yesterday's Favorites
Winter weather is still in the forecast for most of South Carolina later this week. However, much uncertainty remains in the forecast today because of vast differences in the computer model guidance. The current weather situation is complex and challenging to predict because the models need to keep up with several storm systems. The different computer models, each with their own […]
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(Walhalla, SC) – On Wednesday, January 19, 2022, the Oconee County Register of Deeds Plat Room will be temporarily closed due to facilities maintenance. According to Director of the Oconee County Register of Deeds office Anna Davison, the plat room is having carpet replaced and will be closed to the public for the day. Citizens and patrons may search deeds […]
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Special Weather Statement Issued January 18 At 4:14pm Est By Nws Greenville-Spartanburg …Areas Of Black Ice Expected To Cause Treacherous Road Conditions Again Tonight Through Wednesday Morning… Plentiful Sunshine Has Caused Snowmelt Across The Area This Afternoon. In Locations That Still Have Snow On The Ground And Wet Roadways By This Evening Will Refreeze Overnight. Temperatures Are Forecasted To Dip […]
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Due to continued poor road conditions in parts of the county and the threat of black ice, Wednesday, January 19th will be an eLearning Day STUDENTS WILL NOT REPORT TO SCHOOL BUILDINGS Assignments will be posted by 10:00am. Teachers will be available for office hours from 10:00 to 11:00am and 2:30 to 3:30pm. Students will have 5 days upon returning […]
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Special Weather Statement Issued January 17 At 6:07pm Est By Nws Greenville-Spartanburg …Areas Of Black Ice Expected To Cause Treacherous Road Conditions Overnight And Tuesday Morning… Abundant Sunshine In Most Areas Allowed Roads To Warm And Driving Conditions To Improve For A Time Monday Afternoon. However, In Most Areas Where Snow Is On The Ground, They Remained Wet From Snowmelt. […]
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(Walhalla, SC) – On Tuesday, January 18, 2022, Oconee County government offices and facilities will be closed until 12:00 PM due to inclement weather. According to the latest National Weather Service forecast, below freezing temperatures in the Upstate are anticipated overnight January 17, 2022, creating hazardous road conditions throughout Oconee County. For the safety of citizens and staff, Oconee County […]
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No sooner are we rid of our first winter storm of the season that we have to sound the alert for another one that looks to be on the way for later this week. First, though, there is a lingering concern from Sunday’s storm that needs to be addressed. It’s a cold day and the snow cover over the Upstate […]
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Lots of white snow and black ice is all around Seneca and Oconee County today after Winter Storm Izzy froze over the Golden Corner this weekend. Oconee County Dispatch reports that hazardous driving conditions remain, especially in the vicinity of fallen trees and power lines, which are prevalent around the area. Oconee County Emergency Services Director Scott Krein says that, […]
Read moreThis weekend’s winter storm left thousands of area residents in the cold and dark with numerous power outages reported. Early this morning, Blue Ridge Electric Cooperative had 782 customers in Pickens County and 2,219 customers in Oconee County who were without power. Duke Energy reported 2,385 without power in Oconee County, 1,322 in Pickens County and 202 in Anderson County. […]
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