Today's Hits and Yesterday's Favorites
U.S. Senator Lindsey Graham (R-South Carolina) Tuesday, April 3, welcomed the Trump Administration’s additional tariffs on China. “Nothing will ever change when it comes to China’s business practices until somebody starts pushing back. I very much appreciate the Trump Administration and Ambassador Lighthizer’s efforts to push back against unfair Chinese trade practices by placing tariffs on products that receive substantial […]
Read moreThere will be a contested race for Seat #1 on the Board of Trustees for the Pioneer Rural Water District. On Tuesday, Ryan Hix and Mark Holbrooks received nominations for the ballot at the annual meeting on June 12. In addition, Barry Stevenson, the current chairman of the board, received nominations to continue serving on Seat #4. He was unopposed […]
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A high speed pursuit through the Salem and Mountain Rest area of Oconee County on Tuesday has landed a teenager behind bars facing multiple charges. The Oconee County Sheriff’s Office reports that 17-year-old Keith Allen Alexander Jr. led deputies on a chase that reached 75mph. Deputies say that Alexander jumped out of a moving car while armed with a weapon. […]
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In South Carolina, six infants die each month from unsafe sleep. The South Carolina Department of Health and Environmental Control (DHEC) warns parents about Sudden Infant Death Syndrome or SIDS. Babies are at risk of sleep-related deaths until they are a year old, and most deaths occur when babies are between 1-4 months of age. There are about 3,500 sleep-related […]
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The newly formed Seneca Development Committee has drafted a proposed city grant for the retention and attraction of city businesses. Councilman Herman Smith, who serves as chairperson of the committee, gives details. “Well, right now we are working on a draft and we are going to meet again on April 10. They are trying to tweak it a little bit […]
Read morePlay Safe announces it will hold pre-participation sports physicals on Saturday, April 21, at 10:45am. The cost is $20. The physicals take place at Greenville High School, Blue Ridge High School and Seneca High School. For more information, student athletes are encouraged to see their athletic trainer or athletic director.
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The Oconee Economic Alliance (OEA) announces that the April Business Forum will feature a representative from Tri-County Technical College and that Upstate Institute of Youth Programs, Inc. is this month’s #GiveOconee non-profit of the month. The OEA Business Forum is a monthly opportunity for citizens and business leaders to come together in Oconee County to network, receive timely updates on […]
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The second community planning meeting for the Oconee County Public Library’s (OCPL) strategic plan will be held on Thursday, April 26, from 6-9pm at the Walhalla Main Library. The public is invited to have input on what programs and services the library should focus on for the next two to three years. The session will be facilitated by Facilitator4Hire.
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In an effort to make Oconee County more beautiful and a greater place to live, the Oconee Economic Alliance, in partnership with the Keep Oconee Beautiful Association, the Oconee County Sheriff’s Office and the School District of Oconee County are sponsoring the second annual Great Oconee Clean Up. It is scheduled for April 21, and volunteers are encouraged to register, […]
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Today, April 3, at 4pm, the Westminster Library hosts a Peter Rabbit Party. They will have treats from Mr. McGregor’s garden, read some tales, make a craft, and play some games. This program is appropriate for elementary school aged children with a caregiver. The Westminster Library is located at 112 West North Avenue.
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