Helen James

Westminster – Helen Vissage James, 94, wife of the late Jesse Gaston James, passed away, February 9, 2020, at Prisma Health – Oconee Memorial Hospital. A Funeral Service will be held 11 am, Tuesday, February 11, 2020 at Westminster First Baptist Church with burial to follow at First Baptist Memorial Park. The family will receive friend’s from 6:00 – 8:00 […]

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Janice Ruth Quarles Summey

West Union, SC — Janice Ruth Quarles Summey, 71, wife of the late Melvin Cleo Summey, of 605 Ebenezer Rd., West Union, passed away on Saturday, February 08, 2020, at Cottingham Hospice House. Funeral services will be conducted at 11:00 A.M., Saturday, February 15, 2020, at Davenport Funeral Home Chapel with burial to follow at Oconee Memorial Park. The family […]

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Side by side restaurants ahead for Seneca

To the delight of the mayor, the Seneca downtown is in line for more restaurants. The block of N. Townville, between Main and N. 1st Streets, could see two new restaurants. One is a Mayberry’s restaurant and the other, according to Mayor Alexander, is an eatery that will feature tacos. The taco restaurant is to take over space used by […]

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At last, Oconee has its own YMCA

An idea born back in the 20th century became reality on Saturday when the Foothills Area YMCA held the grand opening of the Cottingham Campus on property adjoining the hospital complex near Seneca. The “Y” campus is named for the Cottinghams, a couple instrumental in helping raise funds for the multi-million dollar project. Hundreds of people turned out for the […]

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Phone swiped from store counter

A cell phone left on the counter at an Oconee convenience store was stolen, and authorities have video depicting the thief. The crime occurred on the afternoon of Saturday, February 1 at the 7-11 on 123, the Seneca-Clemson highway corridor. Sheriff’s officers are looking for a white male who had a full beard and several tattoos. If your tip can […]

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Naked man’s crime spree

A man is under arrest in Oconee County for allegedly going on a crime spree while naked early yesterday at two locations near Clemson. The Sheriff’s Office announces burglary and assault charges against 21-year old Luke Carter Owens. Deputies quoted a man at the Epoch apartments on 123 as saying a naked man beat on his door, made entry, and […]

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Ted Dunn

Seneca- Ted Franklin Dunn, 86, husband of Minsue Bowen Dunn, passed away peacefully, February 7, 2020, at his residence, surrounded by his loving family. A Funeral Service will be held 2:00 pm, Tuesday, February 11, 2020 at Ann Hope United Methodist Church, with burial to follow at Heritage Memorial Gardens. The family will receive friends from 1:00 – 2:00 pm […]

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Robert Lee Moore

Pickens, SC — Robert Lee Moore, 86, of 716 E. Cedar St., Pickens passed away Friday, February 7, 2020, at Mana Health & Rehab of Pickens. Funeral services will be conducted at 2:00 P.M., Monday, February 10, 2020, at Davenport Funeral Home Chapel. The family will receive friends from 1:00 to 2:00 P.M. on Monday, February 10, 2020, at Davenport […]

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Crack of the bat season is oncoming

The Westminster Recreation Department will have its tball, baseball and softball registration February 10-14. Registration will be held at the M D Cleveland Civic center from 12pm – 5 pm. First time participants must have birth certificate along with registration fee. You must register at the Civic Center and pay at City Hall with cash or check. Tball ages are […]

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New weather forecast

Snow before 1pm, then rain and snow. High near 36. Light south wind. Chance of precipitation is 90%. Total daytime snow accumulation of around an inch possible. A chance of rain and snow before 7pm. Mostly cloudy, with a low around 30. Light and variable wind. Chance of precipitation is 30%. Little or no snow accumulation expected. Mostly sunny tomorrow. […]

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