SDOC appoints New Administrators

At a special called board meeting today, April 25, the Board of Trustees for the School District of Oconee County (SDOC) accepted the recommendation of two new administrators, effective July 1, 2018. Stephanie Hammond was named the new principal of Blue Ridge Elementary. She has 29 years of experience as a teacher and administrator. She is currently the Principal of […]

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Seneca Fire Chief announces Retirement

After almost 33-years serving the City of Seneca as a member of the Fire Department, the last seven years as chief, Jan Oliver announced Tuesday night at a Special Called Meeting of the Seneca City Council that he would be retiring in July. Seneca Mayor Dan Alexander thanked Chief Oliver for his many years of dedicated service. Chief Oliver’s last […]

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2018 Arts and Historical Passports for Family Fun

The Oconee County Arts and Historical Commission announces the second edition of the “Passport to Arts, Treasures and History” (PATH), explains Oconee County Parks, Recreation and Tourism Director Phil Shirley. “This is designed to engage our local citizens and re-introduce them to the amazing treasures Oconee County has to offer, the Passport showcases 22 sites for family fun. Participants who […]

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Turn Around Don’t Drown

The Upstate of South Carolina is under a flood watch through Tuesday morning. Residents are encouraged to plan accordingly for the weather, says Oconee County Emergency Services Deputy Chief of Emergency Management and Special Operations Scott Krein. “Give yourself a little more time and give yourself a little more distance. The roads are wet and we have some puddling on […]

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Over 140 Volunteers participate in 2nd Great Oconee Clean Up

Over 140 volunteers helped put the shine back on the Golden Corner this past Saturday, April 21, during the second annual Great Oconee Cleanup. This was a partnership of the Oconee County Sheriff’s Office, the Oconee Economic Alliance, the Keep Oconee Beautiful Association, the School District of Oconee County and Oconee County Solid Waste. Emily Hodge, Economic Development Specialist with […]

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