Category: News

The Oconee County Sheriff’s Office recently executed a search warrant in the Seneca area and arrested a suspect with outstanding arrest warrants due to narcotics activity. Agents with the Narcotics Division along with deputies from the Sheriff’s Office SWAT team, Warrants and Civil Division served the search warrant at an address on Raceway Drive just off Shiloh Road. 29-year-old James […]

The Oconee County Sheriff’s Office has arrested a Walhalla man on multiple charges, including a charge of safecracking. 24-year-old Zane Stuart Woodward of Pawnee Drive was booked into the Oconee County Detention Center and remains in custody on a combined $40,000 surety bond. The Oconee County Sheriff’s Office began an investigation after receiving word from the victim in the case […]

Chickasaw Point Golf Course will host the Westminster Rotary Club’s 26th Annual Apple Festival Golf Tournament on Tuesday, Sept. 4, 2018. Registration is at 11am with a noon Shotgun Start. Proceeds benefit the West-Oak Senior Scholarship Fund. Businesses can be a sponsor for $100 for a hole sponsorship or $500 for a full-color advertisement to be displayed prominently in every […]

This is a reminder that the August “Business Forum” of the Oconee Economic Alliance (OEA) is, Thursday, Aug. 9. This month’s business forum will feature Kevin McCracken, the Community General Manager for Keowee Key. The OEA Business Forum is a monthly opportunity for citizens and business leaders to come together in Oconee County to network, receive timely updates on topics […]

Tri-County Technical College (TCTC) President Ronnie L. Booth told summer graduates now that they have chosen a field of study and mastered the various skills associated with their craft, the next step is to address the why of what you do, to determine what drives you everyday. Three hundred and twenty-two students were awarded degrees, diplomas and/or certificates during the […]

On Thursday, Aug. 9, the Oconee County Aeronautics Commission meets at 5:30pm for their regular monthly meeting. According to the agenda, the commission will hear the Airport Director’s report, Airport Association report, discuss a FAA Grant and receive comments from the Commission Members and the public. The meeting is open to the public and takes place at the Oconee County […]

Agriculture Secretary Sonny Perdue announces that the U.S. Department of Agriculture (USDA) is investing $345.5 million in 20 infrastructure projects to improve rural electric service in 14 states. “Delivering reliable and affordable electricity to power rural America will help lay the groundwork for increased rural prosperity and economic opportunity,” Secretary Perdue said. “USDA is partnering with rural electric utilities and […]

Do you have a cat or other small pet? Are you feeling crafty? If so, head over to the Seneca Branch to learn how to craft a miniature castle or tent for your beloved furry friend! This program will take place on Saturday, Aug. 11, at 2pm. Families and adults are welcome. Adults will use the sharp tools. If you […]

A ribbon cutting and dedication ceremony for Tri-County Technical College’s (TCTC) Oconee Campus is planned for Friday, Aug. 17, at 11am. This event is open to the public and takes place at the campus in the Oconee Industry and Technology Park at 552 Education Way in Westminster. Learn more by visiting www.tctc.edu/oconee.