Today's Hits and Yesterday's Favorites
The overriding driving force in what could be as much as a 40% increase on the bills of Walhalla sewer users is the fact that the Oconee Joint Regional Sewer Authority last week approved a 20% increase to Walhalla and the other municipal members to the cost of wastewater treatment. During the Walhalla City Council meeting last night, tentative approval […]
Read moreAmericans are now able to request free at-home COVID-19 tests from the federal government as the country faces widespread shortages. As such, the government is limiting orders to only four free tests per household. These tests are completely free of charge, and should ship within 7 to 12 days. Once you visit COVIDTests.gov, you will see a tab on the […]
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Thursday through Saturday of last week, according to DHEC, there were 817 newly confirmed COVID-19 cases in Oconee County – 298 on Thursday; 269 on Friday; and 250 on Saturday. As of Tuesday, Prisma Health reported 730 hospitalized patients systemwide with COVID-19, 156 of which are vaccinated and 574 unvaccinated. Of the total 730, 61 patients are on a ventilator. […]
Read moreFrom the Oconee County Chamber of Commerce: Leadership Oconee County is now recruiting its 16th class. Leadership Oconee County, a program of the Oconee County Area Chamber of Commerce, has become an integral part of educating, motivating, and training leaders within the area. “Leadership Oconee County is an excellent personal and professional development opportunity for residents of all ages. The […]
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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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