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To combat the heightened shelter demands of summer kitten season, the Oconee Humane Society is partnering with PetSmart Charities for National Adoption Week from July 20–26, 2026, at the Seneca PetSmart (253 Applewood Center Place). The store will host cat adoption events on July 22 and 24 from 4:00 PM to 6:00 PM, and cat/dog adoptions on July 25 from […]
Read moreOn Friday, July 10, 2026, Seneca Mayor Ronnie O’Kelley, on behalf of the Seneca City Council, announced the appointment of Captain Gabe Haney as the City of Seneca’s new Fire Chief, effective July 13, 2026. Selected through a competitive panel interview process, Haney has dedicated nearly 19 years to the Seneca Fire Department, steadily rising through the ranks from firefighter […]
Read more“In shock and at a loss for words.” Those are the most common sentiments expressed when hearing of the sudden passing of US Senator Lindsey Graham on Saturday, July 11, 2026, at the age of 71. The Medical Examiner of the District of Columbia’s preliminary findings indicated that longtime South Carolina Republican Senator Lindsey Graham died from an aortic dissection […]
Read moreCOLUMBIA, S.C. — Governor Henry McMaster today issued the following statement on the passing of Senator Lindsey Graham: “Peggy and I—and our children—are devastated. Lindsey Graham is irreplaceable. The fiercest of fighters for South Carolina and America—and a loyal and steadfast friend. We grieve with Darline, his family and his devoted staff. May God hold him gently in the palm […]
Read moreWASHINGTON – The Office of U.S. Senator Lindsey Graham (R-South Carolina) released the following statement. “On the evening of Saturday, July 11, U.S. Senator Lindsey Graham passed away from a brief and sudden illness. Senator Graham’s family appreciates prayers at this time and asks for privacy during this incredibly difficult period.”
Read moreThe Oconee Soil and Water Conservation District manages and maintains the dam at Colonel’s Fork Lake, Watershed Lake #9, with a South Carolina Department of Health and Environmental Services number of D1653. This lake is on the north side of East Bennett Road near the intersection with Hwy 183 near Westminster and is labeled “Coneross Watershed 9A Reservoir” on Google […]
Read moreA decision reached last night at Seneca City Hall allows a local couple to use a 1934-built house for future short-term rental units on the first floor. The house is the light blue, with white trim, one-story at 108 W. Railroad Street next door to a former full service gas station. Tracy Chapman, zoning administrator, says the city board of […]
Read moreU-S Rep. Sheri Biggs says dedicated TSA screening lanes at airports can make travel easier for active-duty military members and their families. Biggs, Republican House member from Oconee County, announces her bill – Improving Travel for Military Members – passed markup in the House Homeland Security Committee. In a markup, committee members may make opening statements. The first reading of […]
Read moreWalhalla’s paving contractor met an unpleasant surprise when it dug up S. Laurel Street, to prepare it for re-surfacing. King Asphalt crews discovered S. Laurel currently has only two inches of existing asphalt. As a result, underlying dirt is exposed. King recommends deep paving for an adequate depth to ensure a more durable roadway. Last night the city council heard […]
Read moreWalhalla appears on the way to finally setting its budget for the new government year that started 10 days ago. In a meeting last night, the city council gave first reading in a 4-0 vote, with three members absent. Reading from a prepared statement at the start, Mayor Tim Hall cautioned that until a second reading – along with a […]
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