Today's Hits and Yesterday's Favorites
Take advantage of a great sale today at the Friends of the Library Used Book Sale, says Oconee County Public Library Director Blair Hinson. “You will be amazed at the large selection of gently used books at the sale in the Walhalla Library basement. There are over 30,000 books at low prices in fiction, non-fiction, DVD’s, cd’s, collector books, also […]
Read moreThe S.C. Department of Commerce gathered leaders from across the state on Monday, March 5 and Tuesday, March 6 for the 2018 South Carolina Rural Summit. Held in Columbia, S.C., this year’s event featured leadership development sessions, opportunities to share best practices between community leaders, an awards ceremony and presentations from a variety of speakers, including Governor Henry McMaster and […]
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One person was hospitalized after a Wednesday evening fire at an apartment complex, reports Walhalla Fire Chief Brandon Burton. “One person was taken to the hospital for treatment. About 4:55pm yesterday afternoon, we got a call about a possible structure fire. When we arrived on scene there was heavy fire showing. We took immediate action against the fire and got […]
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If you have a Master’s in Library Science, an eye for detail, and a penchant for organization, the Oconee County Public Library is hiring. Simply visit http://oconeelibrary.org/about/working-for-the-ocpl/, or go directly to the application page on the Oconee County website at http://www.oconeesc.com/JobOpenings.aspx.
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Recently, the Tim Howard Gymnasium at Seneca Middle School was filled with spectators watching students perform, a fairly common occurrence. However, unlike most activities in the gym, these performances were not athletic in nature. The school’s annual talent show was held in the gym and those in attendance were treated to the amazing vocal and instrumental abilities of more than […]
Read moreThere’s a reason Gov. Henry McMaster proclaimed this week, March 4-10, South Carolina Severe Weather and Flood Safety Week. Severe storms, tornadoes and flash floods are significant hazards in the Palmetto State. It’s important for people to develop emergency plans and be prepared to take proper safety precautions should the need arise. The South Carolina Emergency Management Division (SCEMD) and […]
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U.S. Sen. Tim Scott (R-SC) joined a group of 13 senators Wednesday to introduce legislation to allow 100,000 public schools to improve school safety by using federal dollars for school counselors, alarm systems, security cameras and crisis intervention training. The School Safety and Mental Health Services Improvement Act was introduced by Senators Lamar Alexander (R-TN), Roy Blunt (R-MO), Bill Cassidy […]
Read moreU.S. Senator Lindsey Graham (R-SC) Tuesday made this statement on reports of negotiations between North and South Korea in an effort to denuclearize the Korean peninsula. “If there is an agreement reached between the United States, North Korea and the rest of the world regarding the denuclearization of the Korean peninsula, the lion’s share of credit will go to President […]
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A reminder that the March “Business Forum” of the Oconee Economic Alliance (OEA) is today, March 8, explains OEA Marketing and Communications Manager Daja Dial. “This month’s business forum will feature Ben Turetzky with FOLKS, Friends of Lake Keowee Society. FOLKS is an organization of over 2,000 members whose mission is to preserve, protect and enhance Lake Keowee and its […]
Read moreThe South Carolina Department of Transportation (SCDOT) announces lane closures are planned for I-85 in Oconee County. The lane closures will take place between March 12, and March 22, and affect the first mile of travel inside South Carolina from Georgia to install traffic recorder equipment. In one instance, between March 15-16, the northbound entrance ramp lane will be closed […]
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