Category: News

In light of recent events at Townville Elementary School Foothills Community Health Care is holding a gathering for the community, both adults and children. The Foothills Community Health Care grief-to-hope processing and support gathering is tonight, Sept. 29, 2016 from 6-8pm. The event will be led by Brie Childress, LMSW, FCHC staff, and volunteers. The goals are processing the events, […]

Clemson University hosts “Clinton vs Trump: The People Speak,” a live, interactive webcast on the presidential race at 7pm Thursday, Sept. 29, 2016, at the Watt Family Innovation Center. The public is invited to participate in the discussion in person or via Twitter using #thepeoplespeakcu, while watching the live stream at http://tv.clemson.edu/live. Clemson professors from the departments of political science, […]

Law enforcement officers from the Oconee County Sheriff’s Office and from the Seneca, Walhalla and Westminster Police Departments will be present Thursday morning at elementary schools in Oconee County as school goes into session. “The School District of Oconee County has requested that a law enforcement officer be present at each elementary school in Oconee County as a way to […]

Classes are canceled for the rest of the week at Townville Elementary School in Anderson County following a shooting Wednesday afternoon. The Anderson County Sheriff’s Office reports that three people, two students and one teacher, were shot around 1:44pm. All three were taken to area hospitals. Anderson County Coroner Greg Shore says a shooting occurred earlier in the day at […]

Join the Oconee Heritage Center (OHC) staff as they walk the streets of Walhalla telling stories of murders, crimes, and legends on Friday, Oct. 28 at 7pm. “For many years these tales were left untold, until now. Make sure to wear your walking shoes and get ready for an evening that may tingle your spine,” said OHC assistant curator and […]

Bring your lunch and learn about the German history and heritage of Walhalla at the Oconee Heritage Center (OHC). “It’s Oktoberfest time in Walhalla and there is no better time to learn about the fascinating story of the German settlement. From its beginnings in Charleston to the development of the town, you’ll discover why we still celebrate our German heritage,” […]

On Friday, Oct. 14, at 7pm, enjoy Trivia Night at the Oconee Heritage Center (OHC). “Join us for our monthly trivia night. This month’s theme is general trivia. Teams of 1-8 players can join in for a $5 donation per team,” said OHC assistant curator and education specialist Jennifer Moss.

2016 has been one of the most contentious election years in US history. Many are asking the question, “Why should I vote?” Join the Oconee Heritage Center (OHC) as they discuss the political system, the election, and why it is important to vote in local, state, and national elections. Not registered to vote? The League of Women Voters will help […]

Music lessons start soon at the Oconee Heritage Center (OHC) in downtown Walhalla. It’s only $60 for 6 weekly lessons. If you don’t have an instrument, you can rent one for only $25 for the 6 weeks. Fiddle with Andy Brooks takes place on Saturdays starting Oct. 8 with a beginner class at 8am, intermediate class at 9am, and advanced […]