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Following the arrest of a former rescue squad officer on embezzlement charges, Oconee County’s budget committee is now considering a new policy to tighten oversight of public funds. The proposed “Financial Policy for Funds Provided by Oconee County” would formalize rules for county agencies and select non-profits, including volunteer fire departments, the Rosa Clark Medical Clinic, and the Farm Center. […]

Greg Shore, Anderson County Coroner, advised that his office is investigating the death of a man who died after being found with multiple gunshot wounds. Anderson County 911 received a call on Tuesday just before 10am for a man who appeared to be deceased at his home on Highway 24 in Townville. Responders arrived on scene and found one deceased […]

The body of Roger Dale Moorehead, an Easley resident, was recovered from a pond off Crest Drive in Easley on Monday, September 15, at approximately 2:50 PM. Pickens County Coroner Andrew Wilson and Chief Deputy Coroner Tommy M. Page responded to the scene, where the Crosswell Fire Department and the Pickens County Sheriff’s Office assisted in the recovery. Mr. Moorehead […]

Clemson City Council held a public hearing prior to their regular meeting last night, which was preceded by a public hearing on a Proposed Map Amendment for Cochran Rd Parcels; and a Proposed Planned Development at 398 College Avenue. Clemson Resident Shawn Haney was one of several residents who addressed the Mayor and Council… It was further announced that rules […]

County Auditor Christy Hubbard will present the 2025 property tax levy to the county council tomorrow, which will determine the new tax formula for the year. The annual appearance comes as the council considers other agenda items. In addition to the tax issue, the council will vote on Proclamation 2025-11, which honors the late Charlie Kirk. The proclamation, requested by […]

The Oconee Republican Party has organized a candidate debate forum for the three seats on the Walhalla City Council. Eight of the nine candidates on the ballot have confirmed their attendance at the event, scheduled for 6:30 p.m. Thursday at the American Legion building on Kenneth Street. Despite the city election being non-partisan, the county party is providing this opportunity […]

(Walhalla, SC)————————————–The Oconee County Sheriff’s Office is announcing today the schedule of local events in celebration of the 2025 National Faith and Blue Weekend. This year, National Faith and Blue Weekend is scheduled from Friday, October 10th thru Sunday, October 12th. “The Oconee County Sheriff’s Office has been honored to be a part of the Faith and Blue Initiative since its […]

Clemson University announced Monday it has fired one employee and is pursuing termination for two faculty members over “inappropriate” social media posts related to the assassination of conservative activist Charlie Kirk. The investigation began over the weekend following complaints and statements from Clemson College Republicans, with the university’s governing board holding an emergency meeting to address the personnel matters. The […]

Seneca Fire Chief Richie Caudill tells us that over the next few weeks you will see a lot of fire department activity around the old Seneca Middle school. If you see smoke, he says, don’t be alarmed…

The City of Seneca is recognizing Constitution Week. Mayor Dan Alexander issued a proclamation recently recognizing Constitution Week to encourage citizens to reflect on the importance of the U.S. Constitution… National Constitution Week is an annual, week-long observance in the United States, starting on September 17th and ending on September 23rd, to commemorate the signing of the U.S. Constitution in […]