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On Tuesday in Walhalla, the Oconee County Council swiftly granted first-reading approval to economic development incentives for Project Deer, a competitive proposal from a well-respected international manufacturer of metal parts in a strategically important and growing sector, which is estimated to invest at least $40 million and create at least 100 jobs in Oconee County—one of several finalist locations. The […]

A rollover crash is under investigation this morning at Main Street and Lindsay Rd.  in Seneca.

Walhalla City Council is holding a special called meeting this afternoon in the council chambers at 206 N. Church St. to discuss the city’s vacant police chief position in executive session. Former Chief Tim Rice retired in February, after which Capt. Austin Watson assumed the role on an interim basis while the search for a permanent replacement continues. The next […]

Oconee County Council is set to consider initial approval of economic development incentives this evening for “Project Deer,” a highly competitive proposal from a respected international manufacturer of metal parts serving a strategically important and expanding industry sector. The project, one of several final sites under consideration, is expected to bring at least $40 million in new investment and create […]

An Upstate boutique owner is awaiting out on bond after her 16th arrest since January. Pamela Brooke Schronce, 30, owner of Thomas and Turner Boutique in Belton, was transferred from the Greenville County Detention Center and booked into the Oconee County Detention Center around 11:22 a.m. Monday on two counts of breach of trust with fraudulent intent. The charges involve […]

An Anderson woman has been convicted of murdering her boyfriend in February 2024. Andreana Shanice Ware, 37, was found guilty Friday of murder and possession of a weapon during a violent crime. Ware shot 33-year-old Keenan E. Turman as he entered her home on Feb. 3, 2024, then spent up to 30 minutes cleaning the scene before calling 911. Her […]

A 2024 lawsuit filed against the City of Clemson over its handling of the controversial Hub Clemson at Abernathy Park student housing development has hit a roadblock. Plaintiffs accused the city of violating the Freedom of Information Act (FOIA) during the approval process. City officials say a settlement was offered during March mediation, but the plaintiffs responded with demands the […]

A man riding an electric scooter was seriously injured Monday afternoon when he was struck by a pickup truck while attempting to cross U.S. Highway 123 in Seneca. The crash occurred around 2:30 p.m. near Southern Steakhouse entrance. According to investigators, the rider was traveling in the highway median when he tried to cross and was hit. He was transported […]

Clemson City Council met on April 6, 2026, beginning with a work session presentation by Urban 3. During the regular meeting, council heard proclamations for Fair Housing Month and National Public Safety Telecommunicators Week… Chief Jorge Campos administered the Oath of Office to new police officers and council approved the minutes from March 16, 2026. Council received a presentation on […]

Pickens County Council passed a resolution Monday recognizing Greenville-Pickens Speedway as a historic site and urging the property owner to protect it. The speedway, which hosted NASCAR’s first live televised race in 1971, dominated the meeting as supporters packed the room and urged council to save the track from development. Speakers criticized council for favoring developers and called for stronger […]