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Everyone is invited to the City of Seneca’s 4th of July Celebration at Gignilliat Field. This is a free event starting at 6pm. The city announces that Stone Echo and Funk Factory will perform prior to the award winning fireworks show at sunset. Gignilliat Field is located at 621 North Townville Street in Seneca.

The Oconee County Sheriff’s Office is conducting the nineteenth “Operation Infinity” drug sweep round-up. The Sheriff’s Office began the operation officially on June 4. This latest roundup sought 21 subjects wanted on a variety of drug charges involving distribution methamphetamine, heroin, and prescription drugs while some of the subjects had unlawful neglect of a child charges obtained against them and […]

The School District of Oconee County (SDOC) announces the registration date for the upcoming 2018-19 academic year. Oconee County Schools Superintendent Dr. Michael Thorsland gives details. “Registration will open up for parents and students on July 11. So, we do encourage them to get their information in the computer system prior to going to their schools for registration.” To learn […]

On Thursday, June 28, the Oconee County Board of Canvassers certified that all proper procedures for canvassing votes in the Republican Primary Runoff Election have been followed and written confirmation has been received from the Oconee County Election Commission of the same, so the vote in Oconee County is now certified. Results of the Republican Primary Runoff in Oconee County […]

In an effort to keep people and waterways safe during the Independence Day holiday, the South Carolina Department of Natural Resources (SCDNR) Law Enforcement Division will once again be conducting courtesy boat inspections at certain public boat landings around the state. The 4th of July weekend is the year’s busiest weekend on state waters, and officers want to do everything […]

There is no need for the City of Seneca to change the locks when long time City Administrator Greg Dietterick retires on Friday. That’s because at their meeting Tuesday night, the Seneca City Council presented him with a key to the city, tells Mayor Dan Alexander. “The city council gave Greg a key to the city and it is pretty […]

The Oconee County Sheriff’s Office announces the completion of their first annual Football Camp, tells Public Information Officer Jimmy Watt. “The camp was held last week at Seneca High School starting on Wednesday and concluding Friday. 40 kids, made up from rising 6th graders plus 7th and 8th graders, were invited to be part of the camp, with 33 kids […]

The South Carolina Election Commission announces unofficial results of Tuesday’s Republican Primary Runoff. In the race for Governor, Henry McMaster received 183,820 votes or 54% to John Warren’s 158,921 votes or 46%. In the Attorney General race, Alan Wilson captured 212,983 votes or 65% to Todd Atwater’s 114,817 votes or 35%. These are still unofficial results and will be canvassed […]

Now that school is out for the summer, families will be spending time outdoors enjoying the mountains and lakes of the Golden Corner of South Carolina. If you plan to explore hiking trails this summer, follow these safety tips encourages Oconee County Emergency Services Deputy Chief of Emergency Management and Special Operations Scott Krein. “When hiking, we always want people […]

The School District of Oconee County (SDOC) announces an election is scheduled for Nov. 6, 2018 in order to fill seats representing District I and III on the Board of Trustees. These are four-year terms that will begin in November of 2018 and end in November of 2022. The election will be advertised by the Oconee County Election Commission 60 […]