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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 […]
Read moreAnderson 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, […]
Read moreCOLUMBIA, 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 […]
Read moreBeginning 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 […]
Read moreMultiple area churches and businesses are all doing their part to help the Golden Corner recover from the recent tornado, and to continue navigating through unprecedented times as the COVID-19 pandemic continues to afflict daily life. One local business, Applebee’s here in Seneca, said that they will be giving a free meal to all the victims of the storm on […]
Read moreIn response to COVID-19, Clemson University’s Board of Trustees approved a plan this week to freeze tuition and fees for the 2020-21 academic year for all students, both from in and out of state. A decision on housing and dining fees is to be made in the near future. Earlier this month, the board of trustees authorized more than $17 […]
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The Oconee County Sheriff’s Office is issuing a press release today offering guidance to our citizens in regards to reporting child and adult abuse and neglect during the current COVID-19 pandemic. “One concern that law enforcement had in regards to the current COVID-19 guidelines was a possible increase in domestic and civil related calls with families and others spending more […]
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WASHINGTON – With families encouraged to stay at home due to the nationwide health crisis, the Drug Enforcement Administration is asking Americans to keep prescription medications safe and secure until they can properly dispose of them. The Secure Your Meds awareness campaign addresses a vital public safety and health issue. Medicines that languish in home cabinets are highly susceptible to […]
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The South Carolina Department of Health and Environmental Control (DHEC) announced 161 new cases of the novel coronavirus COVID-19, and 10 additional deaths. This brings the total number of people confirmed to have COVID-19 in South Carolina to 4,917 and those who have died to 150. The deaths occurred in seven elderly and three middle-aged individuals. Here in Oconee County, […]
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Due to the threat of severe weather conditions in Oconee County this afternoon, Wi-Fi busses service will end at 2:00pm in all locations. We plan to be back on schedule tomorrow. Please visit the district COVID-19 webpage for locations and times.
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