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United States Attorney Sherri A. Lydon stated today that 38-year-old Keith D. Cook of Greer pled guilty in federal court in Spartanburg, to possession of child pornography. United States District Judge Donald C. Coggins, of Spartanburg, accepted the plea and will impose sentence after he has reviewed the presentence report which will be prepared by the U.S. Probation Office. Evidence […]
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For the first time, shellfish lovers in the Upstate will have an opportunity to give back to the resource they enjoy. Through the help of volunteers, South Carolina Department of Natural Resource (SCDNR) biologists have recently expanded their oyster shell recycling efforts to a restaurant in Greenville. “Oysters are a staple in South Carolina cuisine & culture,” said SCDNR biologist […]
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U.S. Senator Tim Scott (R-SC) released the following statement on Monday, July 23, after the Senate confirmed the appointment of Robert L. Wilkie to be Secretary of the Department of Veterans Affairs (VA). “South Carolina is home to almost half a million veterans and these men and women deserve the honor, respect, and care they have earned with their selfless […]
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Traffic fatalities in the tri-county area of Upstate South Carolina are on pace with last year, according to the latest figures released by the South Carolina Department of Public Safety. Anderson County list 25 in 2018 and 24 in 2017. Oconee County reports 10 traffic related deaths in 2018 compared to 8 in 2017 at this same time. Pickens County […]
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The Oconee County Sheriff’s Office arrested a Salem on Saturday, July 21, for distribution of methamphetamine following an undercover drug operation in January. Booked into the Oconee County Detention Center was 31-year-old Justin Lee Humphrey. According to the arrest report, Humphrey sold methamphetamine to an agent of the Oconee County Sheriff’s Office Narcotics Division. The incident occurred at an address […]
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The City of Clemson advises the residents of Ligon Street and Cedarwood Apartments to vigorously boil their water for at least one full minute prior to drinking or cooking until otherwise notified. Also, any ice made from water which has not been boiled should not be used for drinking purposes. This advisory is being issued as a precaution only due […]
Read moreClemson University is mourning the passing of an athletics legend. After battling cancer, 58-year-old Barbara Kennedy-Dixon passed away Monday morning. She was a two-time All-American, a three-time First Team All-ACC selection and a two-time ACC Tournament MVP during her four-year playing career at Clemson University from 1978-82. She went on to serve the Clemson Athletic Department as an administrator or […]
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The Pickens County Sheriff’s Office arrested a man late Sunday afternoon for impersonating a law enforcement officer. A deputy on routine patrol observed a suspicious vehicle attempting to stop a motorcycle by use of a flashing blue light on Pendleton Street near Pickens City Hall. The deputy observed the vehicle, which was a gray Chevrolet Malibu to have a North […]
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Throughout the summer, officers of the Seneca Police Department have been holding popsicle Fridays. On Friday, July 20, Captain Casey Bowling and Investigator Mike Teramano organized an event in the neighborhoods of Scenic Heights and Clemson Ridge. This was part of a summer program, where officers visit random areas within the City of Seneca to socialize with residents and kids […]
Read moreJoin Grace’s Closet for an evening of fun and fundraising on Friday, July 27, from 6:30pm until the fun is done. Grace’s Closet provides name brand clothing to students in the School District of Oconee County. It is open to all students to help eliminate the stigma of needed help. Personal hygiene items and school supplies are also available. Everything […]
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