Today's Hits and Yesterday's Favorites
Send a Valentine to a pet this year at the Oconee Humane Society (OHS). Angel Newman, Volunteer Coordinator at the OHS tells how. “We are selling Valentines for the pets at the shelter, so if you want to stop by, it is a $5 donation to send a Valentine and send some love to the pets. We are posting them […]
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As part of their mission to promote and preserve the history of Oconee County, the Oconee Heritage Center (OHC) collects historic photographs year round, explains Director and Curator Leslie Hagerty. “The Ancestors Gallery has been a really neat part of the exhibit. Obviously, Oconee County is a big county and historically has quit a few prominent and non-prominent families that […]
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In 2018, the Oconee County Chamber of Commerce wants to do more for small businesses. They want to become a conduit of information, says Oconee County Chamber of Commerce Executive Director Vanessa Penton. “We just had our strategic meeting a couple of weeks ago, where we sat down and decided some of the things that we want to see happen […]
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Beyond pure financial support, the Oconee Humane Society (OHS) depends on volunteers to provide most of the labor to make the organization function. Volunteers are always needed, tells OHS Volunteer Coordinator Angel Newman. “If you are 18 or older and would like to spend it with others who have taken up the cause, we would very much appreciate your help. […]
Read moreWill he see his shadow or will he not? That is the question. Groundhog Day is observed on Feb. 2, each year in the United States and Canada. For a nice welcomed break during the winter, on this day the groundhog awakens from his nap and goes outside to see if he can see his shadow. It is believed by […]
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Memorial Day might be a few months away, but the City of Seneca is already planning for their 12th annual Seneca Fest. Seneca Mayor Dan Alexander says that Events Coordinator Riley Johnson is in the process of booking a band for the weekend festival. “We’ve authorized Riley to go out and try to contract a band. That is what we […]
Read moreThe Seneca Police Department announces a fundraiser for an officer’s wife. Kayla Durham, wife of Seneca Police Officer Michael Durham, recently suffered from a serious medical event, called AVM, which left her hospitalized for a lengthy period. As a result, surgery was necessary, followed by a lengthy recovery process, and a financial burden for the Durham’s. To assist the Durham […]
Read moreSuper Bowl LII is right around the corner and while there will be lots of cheering and sharing of food during the game, the S.C. Department of Health and Environmental Control (DHEC) wants you to sack the flu at your Super Bowl party. DHEC’s most recent flu surveillance report shows as of Jan. 31, 84 people in South Carolina have […]
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As Oconee County celebrates its Sesquicentennial, or 150th birthday, this year, the Oconee Heritage Center (OHC) is putting together a special exhibit and needs the community’s help, explains Assistant Curator and Education Specialist Jennifer Moss. “As a way of commemorating the Sesquicentennial, the OHC is requesting photographs of the Oconee County Centennial celebration that was held in 1968. The OHC […]
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This year’s State of Oconee luncheon will celebrate the county’s sesquicentennial, explains Oconee County Chamber of Commerce Executive Director Vanessa Penton. “This month we celebrate Oconee County’s Sesquicentennial at our State of Oconee Luncheon. It will take place at Blue Ridge Elementary School located at 995 South Oak Street in Seneca on Feb. 23, from 11:30am to 1pm. Tickets are […]
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