Clemson University announcement

Clemson University officials continue to closely monitor COVID-19 and are actively engaged in daily planning in an effort to inform and reduce the risk to faculty, staff, students and visitors from the virus. By Friday, March 20, at 4 p.m., the University confirmed the following: • No confirmed cases at any Clemson campus or facility. • Online instruction has been […]

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South Carolina reports 22 more cases

The South Carolina Department of Health and Environmental Control (DHEC) is investigating 22 additional cases of the COVID-19 novel coronavirus. This brings the total number statewide to 195 cases* in 33 counties. “We recognize the hardships that are facing many South Carolinians as we continue to respond to this ongoing public health event,” said Dr. Brannon Traxler, DHEC physician. “We […]

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Marilyn Hill

Westminster- Marilyn Ann Barnes Hill, 83, passed away March 20, 2020, at The Residence at Park Place in Seneca, SC. A Graveside Service will be held 11 am, Tuesday, March 24, 2020 at Chauga Baptist Church Cemetery. No public visitation will be held. The family is at their respective homes. In lieu of flowers, memorials in memory of Mrs. Hill […]

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Changes at the recycling centers

Oconee County Recycling Centers will no longer accept certain recyclable materials. This is a temporary measure. Effective Monday, March 23, 2020, Oconee County Recycling Centers will no longer accept plastic, glass, paper products, or aluminum cans for recycling. These items require manual sorting, and viruses may cling to surfaces for an extended period of time, putting staff at risk for […]

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Remains found were those of missing man

The remains found near Seneca have been identified as those of one of a handful of missing Oconeeans. Kendall Todd Hawkins was reported missing the day after Christmas. Coroner Addis says his remains were found late Friday afternoon in a state of advanced decomposition in a ravine near the former Covidien plant on highway 28, Bountyland. It’s presumed, Addis says, […]

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Materials sent today to all South Carolina counties

South Carolina has requested its full allocation of medical equipment from the Strategic National Stockpile, and DHEC received the first shipment this week. The 55 pallets in the initial shipment contained N-95 masks, face shields, surgical masks, gowns and gloves. Additional shipments may continue over the next three weeks. U.S. Army National Guard Soldiers with the 59th Troop Command, South […]

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Cases confirmed in Pickens and Anderson

The South Carolina Department of Health and Environmental Control (DHEC) is investigating 45 additional cases of the COVID-19 novel coronavirus. One of the cases is in Pickens County; three others are in Anderson County. This brings the total number statewide to 124 cases in 25 counties, as one case that was previously announced for Charleston County was determined to reside […]

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Two additional virus deaths in South Carolina

The South Carolina Department of Health and Environmental Control (DHEC) has reported the state’s second and third deaths related to COVID-19 novel coronavirus. This brings the state’s total number of deaths to three. “Sadly, our state has suffered the loss of two of our own,” said Dr. Linda Bell, State Epidemiologist. “In the case of both deaths, the patients had […]

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Human remains found near Seneca

The Oconee coroner says human remains were found yesterday afternoon in a wooded area near Seneca.  The remains are those of a male, and Coroner Addis says his office is notifying the family of the deceased.  Identification was found with the remains.  According to Addis, the Sheriff’s Office is investigating, and further details are to be released today.

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Student meal distribution update

To limit possible exposure to the virus and to use staff in the most effective way, meals will be distributed once a day on Mondays, Wednesdays and Fridays. Children will receive multiple meals on each day, for a total of 5 breakfasts and 5 lunches per week, the maximum allowed by the USDA. On Mondays: 2 Lunches & 2 Breakfasts […]

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