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The 2023 Leadership Class of Oconee County, comprising fifteen members from various Oconee industries and organizations, is set to graduate in a ceremony on Tuesday, October 10, at the Newry Event Center at the Newry Mill. The State of Oconee will return on Friday, October 13, with a public luncheon at West-Oak High School. Tickets are available until sold out. […]

Jeff Duncan, the representative for South Carolina’s 3rd District in Congress, was among the minority who voted against a continuing resolution that was passed to keep the federal government operational. The resolution was approved with a 331-91 vote. Duncan, a conservative, believes that significant budget cuts are necessary and his votes against such resolutions align with this belief. He stated, […]

The South Carolina Department of Health and Environmental Control (DHEC) confirmed that a raccoon found near Blue Ridge Avenue and James Cox Road in Belton, S.C. tested positive for rabies. No people are known to have been exposed at this time. Five dogs were exposed and will be quarantined as required in the South Carolina Rabies Control Act. The raccoon […]

Blue Ridge Bank is pleased to announce the following staff additions to its team: Jo Nelson has joined Blue Ridge Bank as Vice President – Branch Manager and Loan Officer at its Bountyland office in Seneca. Jo has over 13 years of community banking experience in Oconee County. In addition to her strong consumer lending background, Jo specializes in assisting […]

National Hunting and Fishing Day will be celebrated on Saturday, Sept. 30 at South Cove County Park on Lake Keowee near Seneca in Oconee County. This free, family adventure is open to the public and all gear is provided. “Hunters and anglers have made incredible financial contributions to conservation and natural resources for most of the past century, and this […]

Clemson City Council has approved funding for improvements to Nettles Park, Clemson Park, and the Green Crescent Trail Project. Enhancements include a skate park, splash pad, event staging area, and a warming kitchen at Clemson Park. Nettles Park will gain 56 parking spaces, 8 lit Pickle Ball courts, a gathering area, and a dog park. The Green Crescent Trail will […]

The Anderson County community is grieving the unexpected loss of Master Deputy and firefighter Adam Scott. Scott, who served with the Anderson County Sheriff’s Office, Seneca Fire Department, Zion Fire Department, and Fork Rescue Squad, passed away on Sunday. He is survived by his wife and daughters, which includes a newborn baby. A GoFundMe has been established for his family. […]

The U.S. Army Corps of Engineers, Savannah District’s, Hartwell Lake Project Office, announces Group Picnic Shelter Reservations have been extended at Big Oaks and Broyles Recreation Areas. Big Oaks and Broyles Group Shelters are now reservable for use through October 31.  Group shelters are ideal for birthday parties, family reunions, meetings, and other group outings. In the past, the picnic shelters […]

On Monday morning September 25th, Walhalla Agriculture Science and Technology students who have successfully completed the South Carolina Department of Natural Resources (SCDNR) Hunter Education Certification, will be participating in an on-site skeet shoot range, provided by the SCDNR. The range will take place from 9am-12pm. Please be aware that during this time, you may hear gunfire coming from the […]

The Oconee County Sheriff’s Office will be joining with citizens and the faith community to celebrate the 2023 National Faith and Blue Weekend from Thursday, October 5th thru Sunday, October 9th. The Oconee County Sheriff’s Office is also releasing today a schedule of events that will be held locally to celebrate National Faith and Blue Weekend. “National Faith and Blue […]