Author: Dick Mangrum

Many know Oconee County’s James Singleton for his law enforcement career.  But if your memory is long you might remember that, as a young man, the retired county sheriff was a distinguished army soldier in some of the worst Vietnam War fighting.  His Bronze Star and Purple Heart help tell that story, but so does an additional honor bestowed on […]

New cases:  2,116 (57 of them in Oconee County) Statewide, the death toll jumped by 36 people including three Pickens County residents. Of 18,525 test results received, the positivity was 14.6%.

A ceremony this week recognized 16 Oconee County students who attained high school diplomas this summer in summer school.  Six of the 16 students attended the ceremony and heard Dr. Thorsland, the district superintendent, say he was proud that the students reached the important milestone on their lives.  Each principal of the high school students presented the diplomas.  The graduates […]

The theft of property, including the theft of a catalytic converter, occurred early yesterday on the 123 By-Pass in Seneca, and the police are investigating.  The crime occurred around 6 o’clock yesterday morning at Solar Shield, 902 Bypass 123.  If you can provide information that can help solve the crime, call Investigator Terramano at 864/973-3228.    

Walhalla’s official celebration of its German roots will once again return the third week of October.  Preceding the festival weekend also will be Miss Oktoberfest and Little Miss Oktoberfest pageants.  Miss Oktoberfest is is open to any young lady who attends high school in Oconee County, and the winner will receive a $500 dollar scholarship.  Applications are now being accepted […]

With their new administrator, Walhalla City Council will hold a special meeting this weekend.  It’s planned as a Saturday workshop for department head planning, goal setting, and future budget process.

Yoder’s is announcing expansion plans for an operation on the Anderson County side of Townville.  According to announcement by the state Commerce Department, Top Edge Components—a subsidiary of Yoder’s—will invest $2.9 million and create 25 jobs at 7027 Highway 24, Townville.  In a 22 thousand, 500-square foot facility, Top Edge will provide floor and roof wooden trusses, along with other […]

Clemson’s elected leaders gather for a special meeting tomorrow afternoon.  Among the reasons for the get together: discussion of an emergency ordinance for a mask mandate.

New and confirmed cases of COVID-19 in South Carolina numbered 2,487 for the count made at the end of the day Monday.  Of the 2,487, forty Oconee County residents were diagnosed.  Statewide, there were 14 new deaths.  One probable death was reported in Pickens County.  Of 16,878 test results received, the new positivity:  19%.