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On Monday at Mountain Rest, a hiker was assisted by rescuers using a Stokes Basket. The female hiker is suspected to have incurred a knee injury during her exploration near the Big Bend waterfall, located south of the Chattooga River corridor.

The Oconee County Sheriff’s Office has announced additional arrests in its first drug round-up of 2024. The operation resulted in 41 arrest warrants for 27 individuals based on controlled purchases of narcotics, including Fentanyl, Heroin, Methamphetamine, Marijuana, and Prescription Medication. As of now, 23 individuals have been arrested or served their arrest warrants. Among them are Carla Denise Bennefield, who […]

The Oconee Planning Commission moved closer to modifying developer standards following a two-hour meeting. This month, for the second time, concerns about a large commercial/residential project on SC 130 dominated the planning commissioners’ meeting. Chairman Mike Johnson, at the start of the meeting, warned the audience members who were against the Keowee River project, pursued by Greenshores Development LLC, that […]

Governor Henry McMaster is holding a ceremonial bill signing today for the new Constitutional Carry Law, H. 3594, which actually went into effect on March 7. This law authorizes individuals, who are not otherwise prohibited, to carry firearms openly or concealed without a permit. However, the Concealed Weapons Permit (CWP) program will continue for those who desire reciprocity with other […]

A freeze warning is in effect from midnight tonight to 10 AM EDT Tuesday for Upstate South Carolina, including Anderson, Oconee, and Pickens counties, as well as parts of northeast Georgia, southern North Carolina foothills, southern Piedmont, and the Charlotte metro area. Expect sub-freezing temperatures as low as 30 degrees. These conditions could harm crops, sensitive vegetation, and possibly unprotected […]

On Saturday afternoon, a man was found injured following a reported stabbing incident near the Little General store on South Murray Avenue, according to Chief Jim Stewart of the Anderson City Police. Upon arrival at the scene around 12:05 p.m., officers discovered the man on the ground with a stab wound to his right chest. Emergency aid was immediately rendered […]

On Saturday, a number of candidates registered to run for various offices, marking the start of an exciting election season. The filing is open Monday through Friday from 8:30 AM to 5:00 PM at the Pine Street Complex in Walhalla, and will continue until noon on Monday, April 1st. Stewart O Jones has registered for the U.S. House of Representatives, […]

On Saturday, the West Anderson Church of God was destroyed by an accidental fire. No injuries were reported. Despite the devastation, the church held a worship service the next day in a nearby parking lot. Pastor Mark Daniel expressed gratitude for global support and affirmed their resolve to rebuild, stating, “We serve a God that with him all things are […]

The State Department of Health and Human Services has awarded a grant of $3.2 million, which will be allocated to two projects under Prisma Health Oconee in Seneca. This funding will be utilized for the refurbishment of the Seneca Medical Associates building, enabling it to accommodate an additional two clinicians. Furthermore, the grant will also support the renovation of Prisma […]

According to jail records, 37-year-old William Christopher Johnson was arrested on Saturday, March 16, by the Oconee County Sheriff’s Office under the charge of third-degree criminal sexual conduct. A surety bond of $5,000 was set by a Judge and he remains in custody at this time. In an unrelated incident, on Sunday, jail records show that 39-year-old Marcus Anthony McClain […]