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L.C. “Log Chain” Wood, 88, of Westminster, passed away at the residence early Saturday morning, surrounded by his beloved family. LC was born on October 29, 1933, in Hart County, Georgia to the late Lester Clark Wood, Sr., and Mamie Fuller Wood. LC was a retired truck driver, but continued to love traveling long after his days of work. LC […]
Read moreMs. Abby Suzanne McCutcheon, age 45, of Spartanburg, SC formerly Walhalla, SC passed away on Tuesday, April 26, 2022, at her home. Born March 25, 1977, she is the daughter of David Reid McCutcheon and Phyliss Rimel (Crocker). Left to cherish her memories is her father and stepmother David and Heather McCutcheon of Westminster, SC, Mother and stepfather Phyllis and […]
Read moreSeneca, SC– Clinton Howard McGuffin, 92, husband of the late Olivia Kirby McGuffin, of Seneca, passed away on Thursday, April 28, 2022, at Lila Doyle. A native of Oconee County, SC, Mr. McGuffin was the son of the late Clinton Lee and Leah Chambers McGuffin. He retired as a weaver and slash hand and was a member of Lydia […]
Read moreMr. Oscar Thomas Morgan, Jr., age 68 of Long Creek Highway – Westminster passed away on Wednesday, April 20, 2022, at his residence. Born October 29, 1953, he was the son of the late Oscar Thomas Morgan, Sr. and Maggie Mae Booe. Mr. Morgan is survived by his children Tommy Morgan (Erin) of Greenville, SC., Maggie Morgan of Greenville, SC., […]
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A Long Creek customer of the Blue Ridge Electric Cooperative was grand prize winner in this week’s festivities for Blue Ridge’s annual membership meeting. Alton Barnett II won a 2009 Ford F-150 pickup truck. He and some 6,400 Blue Ridge customers registered this week for the annual meeting, highlighted by the CEO’s report. Incumbent members of the board of directors […]
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A Fair Play man, the object of a search this week in northeast Georgia, was placed in the Oconee County jail. County arrest records show Timothy Chad Merck charged with kidnapping, assault and battery first degree, possession of a weapon during a violent crime, and pointing and presenting firearms at a person. After being alerted about a suspicious vehicle near […]
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Walhalla helped mark Arbor Day with the planting of a magnolia on the grounds of the city depot, and those who marked the event agree that the city’s progressive actions for more greenery are to be commended. Mayor Edwards was one of those who dug the hole for a magnolia, the type of which is to reflect color during fall […]
Read moreAbout 75 people had gathered at the moment Walhalla businesswoman Karen Benson took to the mic to start a rally toward ensuring her independent business is not hampered or lost to a greenway. She fears the long-talked-about project could cut off parts of her premises. It’s an unusual situation for Benson Feed and Seed. The building is owned by the […]
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It’s Arbor Day and Walhalla’s Main Street trees downtown overnight were alight in white color. Ceremonies to observe Arbor Day take place this morning downtown.
Read moreAt a special called board meeting held Thursday, April 28th, 2022, the School District of Oconee County Board of Trustees approved several administrative hires for the 2022-2023 school year. Dr. Thorsland said, “We are delighted to have quality individuals within our district to fill these administrative positions. Many of them are SDOC graduates who have chosen to invest in and […]
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