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The Chattooga Conservancy seeks input from local residents and stakeholders in the development of the Chauga River Watershed Plan. Among those whose thoughts are invited, those who live or recreate in the Chauga watershed and those whose drinking water comes from the river. You can learn more about the plan and submit comments through Monday, August 10 at Chauga River […]
Read moreA statement from AnMed: “As we continue work to restore our systems, our teams remain focused on providing safe, high-quality care. Patients with questions for their doctors’ offices can call 864-824-3850 between 9 a.m. and 4 p.m., Monday through Friday. Staff are available to assist with scheduling and appointments, prescription refill requests, and other non-urgent medical concerns. Due to […]
Read moreThe office of Senator Darline Graham says she voted today to advance the nomination of Todd Blanche to be the next U-S Attorney General. The Judiciary Committee vote for Blanche was 12 yes, 10 no. In a statement, Graham said, “I am confident Mr. Blanche will faithfully uphold our nation’s laws and keep law abiding Americans safe.” And she said […]
Read moreAs local schools welcome students back for the new academic year, the Oconee school district officials are urging parents and drivers to exercise extra patience on the roads. In a message to the community, school representative Jennifer Dodd highlighted key reminders for families, including expected morning and afternoon traffic delays, updates on new bus registration processing, and an upcoming tax-free […]
Read moreThe Oconee County Sheriff’s Office Cook Team invites the public to a free Community Cook on Tuesday, August 11, 2026, from 5:00 p.m. to 7:00 p.m. at the Ebenezer Community Club in West Union. Made possible by the Oconee Sheriff’s Foundation and the Isaiah 40:31 Foundation, the event offers complimentary Philly cheese steaks to foster local fellowship, strengthen neighborhood relationships, […]
Read moreWalhalla’s municipal tap system successfully satisfied every Environmental Protection Agency threshold throughout 2025, according to recently distributed testing results. Comprehensive analysis covering dozens of potential pollutants—including nitrates, disinfection remnants, and copper—revealed safe concentrations beneath federal allowances, while trace lead remained entirely absent. Nevertheless, local authorities logged a pair of procedural infractions: an outside testing facility failed to report damaged sample […]
Read moreThe Georgia Bureau of Investigation has identified 44-year-old Candice Lynn Smith, who was found dead in her Cumberlin Drive home by a family member on Saturday afternoon. Officers with the Toccoa Police Department responded to the scene around 3:15 p.m., and Smith’s body was subsequently transferred to the GBI Medical Examiner for an autopsy. The active investigation will be turned […]
Read moreThe South Carolina Highway Patrol charged Craig Warren with felony DUI involving death and six counts of possession with intent to distribute methamphetamine following a collision on November 15, 2025. The crash occurred at the intersection of US 76/Long Creek Highway and Coffee Road, resulting in the death of 68-year-old Westminster resident David Lewis Dickson, who later succumbed to his […]
Read moreSouth Carolina Sheriffs’ Association says county sheriffs have always embraced innovation and technology that helps protect South Carolinians. And, in a news release it says South Carolina law enforcement agencies have safeguards in place governing LPR – Licensed Plate Recognition technology. The use of such cameras in Oconee County came under criticism at a recent county council meeting. The statewide […]
Read moreA new year for Oconee public school children starts tomorrow morning and it means those yellow buses make a return to the roads, streets, and highways. Parents may look forward to a tax break this coming weekend. The annual South Carolina tax free weekend takes place Friday through Sunday, August 7-9. This weekend retailers may not charge state or local […]
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