Oktoberfest is on Tonight in Walhalla

Stacy Jackson, a representative from the Oktoberfest Committee, assures that any unfavorable weather conditions will have dissipated by the commencement of the 44th Oktoberfest at Sertoma Field today. Jackson confidently states, “The early morning sprinkles will have cleared by around 11:00am, and we’ll then proceed with our usual preparations for the ribbon-cutting ceremony.” The public is cordially invited to this […]

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Federal Funding Fuels Firearm Violence Prevention Program in Pickens County

A program based in Pickens County, aimed at reducing violent injuries and firearm-related deaths, is one of five across the state to receive federal funding. The funds are provided through the Community Violence Intervention and Prevention program of South Carolina DHEC. Each award could reach up to $40,000 annually for three years, subject to performance, fund availability, and service priorities. […]

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Barricaded Suspect Arrested in Anderson County

On Thursday night, the Anderson County Sheriff’s Office reported that a suspect was apprehended after allegedly barricading himself indoors. The deputies were called to Severn Street for a domestic incident shortly before 6:00 p.m. Upon arrival, the suspect reportedly refused to cooperate or vacate the premises. As a result, negotiators and SWAT teams were dispatched to persuade him to exit […]

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Governor Henry McMaster Directs Solicitors to Seek Attorney General’s Approval Before Reducing Criminal Sentences

Transparency and Accountability Key to Restoring Public Confidence in Criminal Justice System COLUMBIA, S.C. –  In an effort to restore the public’s confidence in our state’s criminal justice system through increased transparency and accountability, Governor Henry McMaster today wrote a letter to South Carolina’s State Circuit Solicitors directing them to provide at least ten days’ notice to the attorney general before filing any […]

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Broadway Performer, Former Miss South Carolina and Local Radio Personality Among Community Theatre Musical Cast

The Oconee Community Theatre is promising excellent entertainment in the coming weeks with the production of “110 in the Shade”. The lead role will be played by Broadway veteran and former Miss South Carolina, Kimilee Bryant, said our own Nonna Carlson, who is also a choral cast member… The play is an adaptation of N. Richard Nash’s “The Rainmaker”, exploring […]

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