Oconee County Sheriff’s Office Seeks the Public’s Help in Regards to Walmart Shoplifting Investigation

The Oconee County Sheriff’s Office is seeking the public’s help in regards to a shoplifting investigation based on an incident that occurred Friday morning at the Seneca Walmart location. The Sheriff’s Office is also seeking the public’s help in identifying an individual in relation to the case. A deputy from the Uniform Patrol Division responded to the store location on […]

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Westminster – Lawn Mower Death

At 9:40 pm Friday night, Oconee 911 Communications received a call with the report of a man trapped beneath an overturned riding lawn mower.   This incident occurred near 198 Bearden Hollow Drive; this physical address is located in the Cleveland – Madison Community of Oconee County.   The decedent is identified as David Bearden. Mr. Bearden, age 81, resides at the […]

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Oconee County Parks, Recreation & Tourism Extends Park Closures

In order to continue efforts to protect the health and well-being of both citizens and staff, Oconee County Parks, Recreation & Tourism will extend closures of park campgrounds and day use areas until further notice.  Chau Ram, High Falls and South Cove County Parks campgrounds will continue to be closed until further notice. All camping reservations are being cancelled […]

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SDOC Class of 2020 Graduation Plans

In-person Graduation: June 20th or July 18th 8:30am at high school stadiums The School District of Oconee County is still planning for in-person graduations for seniors if at all possible considering the COVID-19 virus pandemic. Ceremonies will be moved from Littlejohn Coliseum to the football stadium at each high school. Please note that there may have to be restrictions on […]

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Ducks to be removed from Anderson Sports & Entertainment Center

Anderson County, S.C. (April 24, 2020) – This afternoon at 3 o’clock, volunteers from Izzie’s Pond, an animal rescue organization, will begin rounding up the live, domestic ducks at Chris Taylor Park Pond.  It is believed the ducks are infected with Duck Viral Enteritis (DVE).  This is an acute, highly contagious fatal disease of ducks, geese, and swans.  The domestic ducks are being collected, […]

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Rabid Raccoon Confirmed in Anderson County; No Known Human Exposures

COLUMBIA, S.C. — The Department of Health and Environmental Control (DHEC) confirmed that a raccoon found near Busby Road and Highway 187 in Anderson, SC has tested positive for rabies. There are no known human exposures reported at this time; however, a dog was exposed on April 21. The raccoon was submitted to DHEC’s laboratory for testing on April 22 and was confirmed to have rabies on […]

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AnMed Health Requiring Face Masks for All Patients & Visitors

Beginning next week, AnMed Health will require all patients arriving at all hospital campuses, emergency rooms, outpatient facilities and physician practices for appointments or procedures to wear a face-covering. Those who do not have a mask may use an alternative such as a bandana, scarf or sports buff. For the safety of patients and staff, AnMed Health’s visitor restrictions remain […]

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