Category: News

Clemson University plant pathologist Anthony Keinath urges South Carolina farmers to scout and spray after downy mildew infection was found June 18 on non-sprayed sentinel watermelon at Clemson’s Coastal Research and Education Center (REC) in Charleston. It is the earliest in the growing season that the watermelon strain of the disease has been found in South Carolina. The mildew also was […]

When Tri-County Technical College Criminal Justice program coordinator/instructor Chris McFarlin was practicing law in Arkansas, he says a paralegal was critical to the success of his practice. “She was very valuable to me. The general consensus among attorneys is paralegals are critical to any practice because they administer support by performing research for attorneys, assisting with drafting legal documents and […]

InnoVenture will host the Clemson Summer Innovation Series at the University Center of Greenville from 5 to 7pm June 24, July 29 and Aug. 29 with faculty and students joining featured presenters to provide insight on the development of ideas. On Monday, June 24, the featured presenter will be John Ballato, Clemson professor of materials science and engineering and director of the Center […]

The grand opening of Phase 1 Exhibits of the Bart Garrison Agricultural Museum of South Carolina near Pendleton begins at 4:45pm today and Vicki Fletcher says activities have been planned for kids of all ages from toddlers to centenarians. Tractor rides for the children, a chance to name the museum’s cow, membership in the Bushel and a Peck Club, Bluegrass music […]

Yesterday, Senator Lindsey Graham (R-SC) voted with Senate Majority Leader Harry Reid (D-NV) to block Sen. Rand Paul’s amendment to S. 744, the Comprehensive Immigration Reform Bill. Senator Paul’s “Trust but Verify Act of 2013” contained language preventing the federal government from establishing a National ID card and creating a database with “biometric” information on every American. “We cannot become a […]

Recovery efforts for the body of Thomas Patrick Hill, a Florida resident, on the Chattooga Wild and Scenic River resumed at 7am this morning. “Our hearts go out to Mr. Hill’s family this evening,” said Scott Loftis, Incident Commander for the recovery operation. “We know this is a very difficult time for them.” Efforts will continue for up to 12 […]

The Oconee County Sheriff’s Office will be participating with the United Way of Oconee County on Friday for a pill take back day.  As part of the United Way’s annual Day of Action, the Sheriff’s Office will be there providing some literature and materials on crime especially in regards to drug abuse and kids.  Oconee County Sheriff’s Office Public Information […]

Music fills the streets of downtown Seneca tonight with another night of Jazz on the Alley.  Groove Planet is tonight’s featured band and the community is invited to enjoy dinner at tables on the street under the stars.  Seneca City Councilman Scott Durham encourages everyone to come out tonight to Jazz on the Alley on Ram Cat Alley in downtown […]

A local bank is the recent recipient of a superior rating.  Bauer Financial, the nation’s leading bank rating and research firm, recognizes Oconee Federal Savings and Loan as a 5-Star Superior bank.  The bank has earned this highest 5-Star rating for the most recent 100 quarters.  This rating, based on March 31, 2013 financial date, indicates that Oconee Federal Savings […]

The project to bring the country’s first all-electric bus fleet to the City of Seneca has it a few snags but officials still expect the buses to arrive this year.  Seneca Mayor Dan Alexander gives details.  “We are hoping toward the end of the year that the electric buses will be rolling into Seneca.  Everything is still moving forward with […]