Category: News

An invitation to the community goes out concerning the newest business in downtown Seneca, Tomcat Vaping and Imports along with the Oconee County Chamber host a grand opening and ribbon cutting on Friday. Oconee County Chamber executive director Jillian Lusk said, “Come celebrate with Tomcat Vaping and Imports. They offer vapor, jewelry, and more. This event is open to the […]

The discovery of a body on Lake Hartwell Sunday ends a 25-day search on the water for a missing kayaker. To determine a positive ID, the GBI Crime Lab in Atlanta will conduct an autopsy on the body, but authorities believe it is that of 64-year old Brady Hamby of West Union. Oconee County Emergency Services Director Chief Scott Krien […]

The Oconee County Sheriff’s Office seeks help solving a fatal shooting outside a Seneca bar early Sunday morning. Anthony Holden was shot in the large crowd that was outside “Sonny’s Hot Spot Bar and Grill” on Wells Highway near Shiloh Road. The shooting incident left several people wounded and they were taken to Oconee Memorial Hospital for treatment. Oconee County […]

The Clemson City Police Department released photos of a suspect who allegedly spray-painted graffiti on downtown buildings. Police ask for help identifying the suspect photographed by a surveillance camera. Anyone with information on the identity of this subject should call 864-624-2000. Tips offered can remain anonymous.

The first of six commemorative events to honor Vietnam-Era veterans from Oconee County has been scheduled for Saturday, March 28 at 2pm at the Gignilliat Community Center in Seneca. Dave Bertges, Henry Gordon and George White who represent the Oconee County Veterans Council have been named to head up the committee responsible for planning the events through 2017 as Oconee […]

The Oconee County Sheriff’s Office announces that on Friday, March 6, two deputies graduated from the Basic Law Enforcement program from the South Carolina Criminal Justice Academy. The two deputies, Jordei Jameson and Colby Mize, are the seventh and eighth graduates from the program since Mike Crenshaw was sworn in as Sheriff on Jan. 1, 2013.

The seventh annual Oconee Memorial Hospital Foundation Golf Classic held last fall was a tremendous success, raising funds for Mountain Lakes Access Health Dental Clinic, Safe Kids Upstate, Lifeline Services and equipment needs at Oconee Memorial Hospital. Beneficiaries received checks for $25,500 each at the foundation’s golf committee meeting, which was held last week. The committee also announced its plans […]

The South Carolina Department of Health and Environmental Control is partnering with participating veterinarians across the state to help residents protect their pets and themselves against rabies. Participating veterinarians will conduct rabies clinics to vaccinate dogs, cats and ferrets against this fatal disease. Vaccination fees in these clinics will not exceed $10 per pet. Rabies is a threat to pets […]

The National Weather Service conducts a statewide tornado drill in South Carolina on Wednesday, March 11 as part of its Severe Weather Preparedness Week. The weather service asks schools, businesses and families to participate in the drill planned for 9am on March 11. The weather service says the drill is being broadcast over the National Oceanic and Atmospheric Administration radio […]

Thanks to generous donations, the Oconee Heritage Center is able to tell the story of the county’s rich culture and heritage. The museum has a vast collection of artifacts, but is always looking for more tells curator and director Leslie White. “We are always looking to add to our collection. We have a large collection and are not able to […]