“Team Up 2 Clean Up” day in Utica

One of the hardest hit parts of Oconee by the April EF3 tornado was the former textile mill village of Utica, which adjoins Seneca.  Oconee County is calling for volunteers to lend a hand this weekend for a four-hour cleanup project.  It will take place 8 am to noon on Saturday, and everyone is encouraged to meet at 7:30 Saturday morning in the parking lot of the Ann Hope United Methodist Church.  Volunteers are needed to collect household garbage, scrap metal, and appliances, tree debris, and furniture.  The county will provide lunch, re-fillable water bottles, and T-shirts.  Local businesses, teams, and troops are encouraged to take part and are welcome to bring family and friends.