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Clemson BAR member Tal Slann resigns
By Greg Oliver The Journal CLEMSON — Tuesday night’s regularly scheduled meeting of the Clemson Board of Architectural Review got off to a surprising start when member Tal Slann announced his resignation, effective immediately. Slann attributed his decision to “a lack of transparency as well…
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Report: Local student drew swastikas, genitalia at UGA residence hall
By Riley Morningstar The Journal A Bridge to Clemson University student has been barred from the University of Georgia’s campus after a report determined he drew swastikas on a residence hall on two separate occasions. A report from UGA’s Equal Opportunity Office states Nathaniel Compton Toms IV drew swastikas and…
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Officials working on infrastructure for Dockside project
By Greg Oliver The Journal CLEMSON — Infrastructure changes near Dockside, a proposed mixed-use, multi-story student housing and commercial project on Tiger Boulevard, are being studied. “The plan is a full four-way signalized intersection, with the developer responsible for the cost,”…
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Will Main Street Walhalla ban political signs?
By Norm Cannada The Journal WALHALLA — A ban on political signs on city-owned properties and rights of way along parts or all of Main Street are among changes to be considered in Walhalla in 2020. A ban on political signs on city-owned properties and rights…
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King selected for state post
By Norm Cannada The Journal COLUMBIA — Oconee County Fire Chief Charlie King has been selected as the new executive director of the South Carolina State Firefighters’ Association. Oconee County administrator Amanda Brock said Thursday that King’s last day with the county would be Dec.…
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Two injured in accident on Wells Highway
The Journal staff SENECA — Two people were taken to hospitals on Thursday after a collision on Wells Highway near Seneca between a car, pickup truck and…
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MIT, Clemson University announce partnership
By Riley Morningstar The Journal CLEMSON — John Ballato, the Sirrine Endowed Chair of Optical Fiber at Clemson, said students and technologists…
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Fraud hotline suggested in school district’s annual audit report
By Greg Oliver The Journal WALHALLA — The School District of Oconee County received a “clean” opinion during its annual audit report — along with the recommendation to start a hotline for people to call and report fraud. “There’s a lot of fraud going on in all types of businesses…
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December 13 Arrests
David Dwayne Stroud, 27 653 Sitton Mill Road, Seneca Booking Date: 12/11/19 Seneca City Police Driving under suspension Allan David Bayliss, 58 198 Trout Farm Road Lot 1, Westminster Booking Date: 12/11/19 Greenville Hospital System Police Public disorderly conduct Elizabeth Lillian Sims, 50 318 Lucas St., Walhalla Booking…
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Urge county council to act on zoning

I’m happy to learn the city of Walhalla is contemplating zoning; citizens will benefit.

Everyone knows what it means

History tells us that before the Nazi Party rose in Germany after World War I, the swastika was known as a revered, peaceful symbol.

Former Bobcat Gambrell named All-American

CHARLOTTE, N.C. — Johnson C. Smith senior Braxton Gambrell, a former standout for the Seneca High School football team, has capped his career by earning All-America honors.

West-Oak holds off Easley for narrow win

The West-Oak High School boys’ basketball team has gotten used to playing in close games already this season, but it came into Thursday night having lost three in a row.

Clemson BAR member Tal Slann resigns

Tuesday night’s regularly scheduled meeting of the Clemson Board of Architectural Review got off to a surprising start when member Tal Slann announced his resignation, effective immediately.

Report: Local student drew swastikas, genitalia at UGA residence hall

A Bridge to Clemson University student has been barred from the University of Georgia’s campus after a report determined he drew swastikas on a residence hall on two separate occasions.

Officials working on infrastructure for Dockside project

Infrastructure changes near Dockside, a proposed mixed-use, multi-story student housing and commercial project on Tiger Boulevard, are being studied.

Gamecocks’ Pickens, Robinson honored

COLUMBIA — Zacch Pickens and Jammie Robinson of the South Carolina football team were named to the SEC Coaches All-Freshman Team, the league office announced Thursday.

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