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On Thursday, the State “C” fund committee granted Oconee County $1.4 million, the money to be used for County Road work. The money was granted on a vote of three to nothing by all three members of the committee, which receives and distributes State Highway funds to local governments, the county & its 5 towns & cities. It’s believed that […]

Three businesses located at the Scenic Plaza Shopping Center have signed paperwork to be annexed into the town of West Union. Mayor Linda Oliver made the announcement Wednesday evening, identifying the three as Advance Auto, Holcomb’s Office Supply, and McDonald’s. Mayor Oliver recently also announced the addition of Edwards Ford to the town limits.

The Pickens County Coroner’s Office confirmed that a person was fatally wounded in an officer-involved shooting on Tuesday night. The incident occurred near Pace Bridge Road and Pumpkintown Road around 10:00 p.m. The State Law Enforcement Division, which is investigating the shooting, has not released further details about the situation or the victim. Both the Pickens County Sheriff’s Office and […]

A fatal collision involving two vehicles took place around 2:30 pm on Wednesday on South Highway 11, at the intersection of Mountain Road and Critter Road. The accident resulted in the death of a 41-year-old man from Seneca, who was operating a motor scooter. Oconee County Coroner Karl Addis said Dustin “Dusty” Tyler Abercrombie succumbed to traumatic injuries and his […]

At their September 18th meeting, the School District of Oconee County Board of Trustees recognized two Seneca High School students, Daniel Grayden and Trevor Dawson, and Seneca area bus driver Rick Walton for their actions during a medical emergency suffered by another bus driver earlier in the month. Dr. Thorsland thanked both Daniel and Trevor for their leadership and willingness […]

The Oconee County Council is set to convene at 6:00 PM Tuesday evening in Walhalla with a range of important items on the agenda. One of the highlights of the meeting is the proclamation recognizing the US Constitution Week. This gesture underscores the council’s commitment to honoring and upholding the principles of the US Constitution. The council will also discuss […]

Oconee Humane Society is going to have a huge tailgate party complete with all the fixins! On Saturday, Sept. 30, from 11 am-3 pm, everyone is invited to the shelter at 1925 Sandifer Blvd. to enjoy a free grilled burger lunch…that’s right…a free lunch until 1:30 pm, thanks to Foothills Community Church who will be bringing their grill trailer on […]

A student at Elbert County Middle School in Georgia was found in possession of an unloaded firearm and a separate loaded magazine in their backpack, according to Principal Donna Baker. The school staff, administration, and police department were alerted by other students and were able to swiftly and safely resolve the incident. The student was taken into custody by the […]