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A jury has been selected for the murder trial of Kenneth Strother Collins, who is accused in the stabbing death of Jeremy Lee Littleton in January of 2015 at his home on North Laurel Street in Walhalla. Oconee General Sessions Judge Scott Sprouse is presiding over the case, which is scheduled to begin today, Oct. 17. Collins faces murder, kidnapping, […]
Read moreThe Marine Corps Reserve announces the fourth annual Ride for Toys for Tots is planned for Sunday, Oct. 29. All motorcycles, patrol cars, law enforcement vehicles, jeeps, cars, and trucks are welcome to participate. The rally time is set for 1pm with kick stands up at 2pm. The starting point will be at the Seneca Walmart on Highway 123 and […]
Read moreIt’s all treats, no tricks, when GHS employees and volunteers deliver “prizes” to Children’s Hospital patients from 9am to 2pm, on Tuesday, Oct. 31. The annual reverse trick-or-treating is a popular activity for employees, many of whom dress for the occasion and deliver hundreds of stickers, bubbles and toys door to door.
Read moreNow is the time to get your yearly flu shot. Several GHS hospitals are offering free flu shots in October. Hillcrest Memorial Hospital will host a drive-through flu clinic on Thursday, Oct. 19, from 4-7pm in front of the medical office building, which is located to the left of the hospital. Shots will be offered to adults between 18 and […]
Read moreThe victim of a fatal collision Saturday afternoon in Easley who was found with a gunshot wound has been identified. Anderson County Coroner Charlie Boseman reports that 44-year-old Roger Alan Denney of Easley died after crashing into a tree on Ridge Road around 2pm. The Anderson County Sheriff’s Office is investigating the incident.
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It’s Family Movie Night tonight, Oct. 16, at the Westminster Library, explains Oconee County Public Library Director Blair Hinson. “See Pirates of the Caribbean: Dead Men Tell No Tales on Monday, Oct. 16, at 6pm at the Westminster branch. This is free and there will be fresh, hot popcorn. This movie is rated PG-13, so children under 12 years of […]
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At 4pm today, Oct. 16, teens and tweens have the chance to paint with coffee at the Salem Library, tells Oconee County Public Library Director Blair Hinson. “Coffee is great to perk you up, but did you know you could also paint with it? Join the Salem branch as they explore the creative side and make macchiato masterpieces. This program […]
Read moreArthrex, Inc., a global orthopedic medical device company, headquartered in Naples, Fla., is launching new manufacturing operations in Anderson County. The $69 million capital investment is expected to create more than 1,000 new jobs over the next several years. Located at 5500 Highway 76 in Sandy Springs, Arthrex will be constructing a new 200,000-square-foot facility to manufacture its innovative orthopedic […]
Read moreIt’s that time of year again when motorists need to be cautious of deer. With more deer around the road during mating and hunting season, AAA Carolinas is urging motorists to take precaution to avoid collisions. The mating season of deer typically runs from mid-October through mid-November. During this time, it is common for deer to lose their normally cautious […]
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The Walhalla Advisory Council of the Oconee County Chamber of Commerce hosts a political forum for their upcoming municipal election at 6:30pm this evening, Oct. 16. Walhalla Council candidates have been invited to the Walhalla Depot to participate in the forum, which is open and free to the public.
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