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South Carolina primary election results from last week have been certified but, in some instances, second votes will be required statewide Tuesday, June 25. On that day there will be runoff elections to decide, among other races, Pickens County Sheriff and the Third District Republican nomination for the U-S House. Voters are asked to keep in mind the rules that […]
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On the 9th anniversary of the nine people killed in a hate crime carried out in a Charleston church, Senator Tim Scott remembers those tragically killed. One of those who died had ties to a Pickens County university. DePayne Doctor worked as admissions counselor at the Southern Wesleyan University in Central. Scott’s comments are being aired today on 101.7/WGOG NEWS. […]
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Workers took down two trees last week on the Main Street side of the Oconee Courthouse. According to Lisa Burton, clerk of court, two purposes have been achieved. The roots from the trees have grown under the sidewalk, creating a safety concern. Additionally, as security at the county courthouse is beefed up with updated cameras, it was discovered that the […]
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An Anderson restaurateur, Hamid Mohsseni, heads up the advisory board for Tri-County Technical College in Pendleton. The new commission chairman, Mohssenni, is the president/CEO of the Anderson Restaurant Group and a former chairman of the Anderson Economic Development Board. He is joined by Jim Wanner of Salem as vice chair and Jim Kaplan of Pickens as secretary.
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The death of a 34-year old Marietta, South Carolina woman is under investigation as a drowning in upper Pickens County. According to the coroner’s office, the death of Lisa Marie Ballew occurred early last night at her home on Armstrong Drive, Marietta. Her death is being investigated by the coroner’s office and the Pickens County Sheriff’s Office.
Read moreWestminster – Lloyd Steve Vinson, 67, passed away Thursday, June 13, 2024 at his residence. Born on March 29, 1957 in Seneca, South Carolina, Lloyd was the son of late Lloyd Bennett Vinson and Willie Grace Blair Vinson. Lloyd was a United States Navy Veteran and later worked at Beacon as a weaver. He was a loving brother, […]
Read moreSeneca – Alton K. Williams, beloved husband of Dorothy King Williams, passed away June 15, 2024. Born in Oakway, South Carolina on August 25, 1929, he was the son of the late JB and Faye Gibson Williams. In addition to his wife of 74 years, Alton is survived by his children, Ronnie Williams (Susan), Roger Williams (Sarah), Gail Gambrell […]
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Just after 10 this morning, a seven-unit parade made its way on Newry’s Broadway Street – to help start a day of activities in tribute to the founding of the mill village 130 years ago. The procession included a restored 1930 Model A belonging to Drew Alexander. Back in its day it was considered a sporty car, and cars like […]
Read moreWestminster – Bethany “Beth” Taylor Davis, 64, wife of the late Gary Davis, passed away on Friday, June 14th, 2024 at her residence. Born July 23rd, 1959 in San Diego, California, Beth was the daughter of the late Mary “Sheba” Barton Taylor and Arthur “Ott” L. Taylor Jr.. Beth was a Registered Nurse and Director of Nursing at […]
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Two children, of the age of 4th graders, went missing last night and made for a scare in the vicinity of Westminster. Sources say, however, the children were found safe last night. After being missed for three and a half hours, a major search was organized in the vicinity of highway 76 north of the city limits. It is said […]
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