Political promise made by Oakway man

An Oakway man announces he’ll try the write-in route to win a seat in the legislative chambers in Columbia.  Perry Smith describes himself as a blue collar Republican, having worked as a manufacturing engineer more than 28 years.  Rep. Bill Sandier of Seneca, the incumbent, is the only ballot candidate for the District Two House seat in November.  As to […]

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Something afoot at Oconee industry park?

There’s word of a potential new business considering Oconee’s Information and Technology Park on highway 11, and the county public schools are positioning to do what they can to help county government acquire the employer.  On the agenda for the September meeting of the county trustees, there’s a potential property switch.  By surrendering about six acres under control by the […]

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September 24 special day at South Cove

National Hunting and Fishing Day celebrates its 50th anniversary this year. To mark the occasion in South Carolina, Oconee County’s South Cove County Park will host a free, fun-filled family event from 9 a.m. to 3 p.m. on Saturday, Sept. 24. This free family adventure is open to the public and all gear is provided! “National Hunting and Fishing Day […]

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Entries from home canners invited

Home canning has been a longtime tradition in Oconee County households.  The county’s History Museum encourages all home canners to drop off entries for the competition and exhibit planned for the South Carolina Foothills Heritage Fair.  Eligible for entry are pickles, veggies, fruits, jams, jellies, preserves and sauces.  Drop-off locations now through 11 am to 5 pm Saturday, September 17 […]

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Car and trash truck collided in Seneca

Cartee wrecking has deployed some of its largest equipment to the scene of an accident involving serious vehicle damage near Seneca.  Cartee’s task this morning is to figure how to remove a car and a trash truck from an embankment betwixt SC 28 and the Frontage Road to the side of Perry Ellis International.  The embankment is covered by tree […]

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The newest judge in Oconee County

The newest judge in Oconee, according to County Administrator Amanda Brock, is Cody Alexander.  He begins filling his duties as a part-time county magistrate – a newly-created position.  Apparently, there is at least one other judicial office to be filled in the county.  Seneca Magistrate Todd Simmons resigned this summer.  Seneca Magistrate is a full-time position.  

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