Today's Hits and Yesterday's Favorites
35 year-old Kayla Marlene Hendricks of Seneca was arrested Tuesday by the Oconee County Sheriff’s Office in connection with the March theft of a trailer. Hendricks and Michael David McCann, who has been in jail since his arrest on April 6, are each charged with grand larceny in connection with the incident where an enclosed trailer was reported stolen from […]
Read moreOver the past week, generous donations have been received at the Shaver Recreation Complex in Seneca. Many items, including cleaning supplies, toiletries, paper products, baby food and diapers, water, blankets, bedding and towels, are available for citizens in need. Citizens may visit the Shaver Recreation Complex, located at 698 W South 4th Street, and drive to the back of the […]
Read moreTwo fires broke out early this morning in the areas of Walhalla and Westminster. The first happened at about 2:00 am at a Little Country Lane residence, and was said to be the worst of the two fires. The second fire was at Yellow Bell Road where a 15-foot long carport-shed structure burned. No injuries were reported in connection with […]
Read moreAn 87 year-old man from Westminster has been charged by the South Carolina Highway Patrol with failure to yield after a Tuesday afternoon accident not long before 3:00 pm at the intersection of Highway 28 and Halfway Branch Road. According to reports from the Highway Patrol, William Duvall’s 2001 Ford van collided with a 1996 Honda motorcycle being operated by […]
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During a press conference Wednesday afternoon, Gov. Henry McMaster said he would sign an executive order in the coming days that will keep all South Carolina schools closed for the rest of the school year… We spoke with Dr. Michael Thorsland, Superintendent of the School District of Oconee County about the effect this will have on local students and families…
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COLUMBIA-The South Carolina Forestry Commission lifted the statewide burning ban at 6 a.m. this morning, Tuesday, April 21. Campfire/fire pit burns, residential yard debris burns and prescribed burns will all be allowed to resume as normal Tuesday, but it is important to note that burning storm-related debris is subject to special requirements set by the SC Department of Health and […]
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Through a grant from Greater Good, the Oconee Humane Society has been able to obtain a donation of 5,000 pounds of pet food to help feed local resident’s four legged friends. Angel Newman with the Oconee Humane Society has details…
Read moreOfficials at Seneca Light & Water issued a Monday afternoon update on the current status and work being done to restore power to 5,000 services as a result of the destructive forces of the EF- 3 tornado which struck Seneca and surrounding areas a week ago. • There were 5 circuits affected with 4 destroyed by the tornado Monday morning […]
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COLUMBIA, S.C. – Recognizing the impact of COVID-19’s impact to South Carolina’s economy, Governor Henry McMaster today announced the creation of accelerateSC, a coordinated economic revitalization plan involving small and large business leaders, healthcare professionals, local government officials, and education professionals. The plan consists of five components of analysis and effort: Response, Protection, Governance, Resources, and Information. James Burns, a partner […]
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SENECA, SOUTH CAROLINA, APRIL 20, 2020 – Today, BASF pledged $50,000 to the City of Seneca Relief Fund. The gift will support community members affected by the recent EF-3 tornado, which caused significant damage to the Seneca area. “We are deeply saddened to see the devastation left in the wake of last week’s tornado, but we know that the Seneca […]
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