If you are driving in from outside the Key

Here’s an updated announcement from the citizens’ group that is sponsoring the September 24 gathering at Keowee Key of this year’s candidates for Seat One, Oconee School Board of Trustees.  If you are entering the Key from outside the gates, use the South Gate off SC 183/the Walhalla-Pickens Highway.  The gate attendant will direct you to the Keowee Key Event […]

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“Still in shock” — says Westminster mayor

                A picture of a smiling Yousef Mefleh and an arrangement of red roses occupied the seat last night for the late Westminster councilman.  And there were words of tribute paid to Mefleh by, among others, Councilwoman Daby Snipes and Councilman Dale Glymph.  Because Westminster is still in shock by the restaurateur’s sudden death, Mayor Brian Ramey says it’s […]

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Energy company pitch to Westminster

A company named “G Energy” wants to do business with Westminster.   For now, there appears to be some interest on the part of city officials to further consider what G Energy proposes.  The company’s presentation comes at a time when Westminster is preparing for its next electric power contract.  Since the late 20th century Westminster, as a member of an […]

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Civility is a Westminster resolve

  Robust debate and self-expressions are welcomed by Westminster, but they should be practiced in a civil manner.  Westminster’s two female councilwomen are credited with bringing to the meeting table a resolution that pledges the practice of civility.  In other words, it’s OK to disagree with your fellow man, but do it in a respectful manner.  Councilwomen Reese and Snipes […]

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Tax-setting time at the county level

Next week Oconee County Council will be asked to approve a new set of millage on which to calculate the property tax bills for 2022.  Christy Hubbard, the county auditor, announced during a workshop meeting she will make her recommendation to the council on Tuesday night, and she’ll couple the recommendation with setting enough mills to generate monies required to […]

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An invitation to those who have an eye for the printed word

Join Oconee History Museum Saturday, October 8 at 2pm for the dedication of the John Ashton Hester Exhibit Hall, recognizing long-time Editor of the Keowee Courier and local historian John Ashton Hester. Ashton Hester served the Walhalla and Oconee County communities since 1969. After graduating from the University of South Florida, Ashton Hester served honorably in the Vietnam War before […]

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