Although he had been apparently been living in Oconee County for some time, local law enforcement never received any tips...
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Agencies encourage healthy habits during American Heart Month
The Journal staff COLUMBIA — February is American Heart Month, and the S.C. Department of Health and Environmental Control (DHEC) is taking the opportunity to…
Seneca officer receives countywide award
By Norm Cannada The Journal SENECA — Seneca Police Department officer Tim McCall didn’t know ahead of time he would be recognized at American Legion…
Case file released on ‘Most Wanted’ fugitive found dead in Seneca home
By Riley Morningstar The Journal SENECA — Although he had been apparently been living in Oconee County for some time, local law enforcement never received…
Police looking into Chicopee vandalism
By Lauren Pierce The Journal WALHALLA — The Walhalla Police Department is searching for those responsible for vandalizing the work in progress at the Chicopee…
A Local Memory
Where is this structure? It is 30+ years old, but still keeps a light on. (Click on image to enlarge.)
Last Week: Walhalla’s Macie Bryant, left, battles Seneca’s Lizbeth Galindo. The Lady Razors won 4-0.
Upcoming Willies
- Chinese Balloon
- Inheritance property
- Abortion Letter.
Honoring a core principle
February 8, 2023
A main purpose in heading off to college and entering the world of higher
What now?
February 4, 2023
Wednesday was a melancholic one in Utica.
It was a relief for several residents
Addressing a need
January 31, 2023
On Saturday, we published a front-page story highlighting the latest addition to the Oconee
Not passing the smell test
January 28, 2023
Since November, we’ve been reporting that Clemson City Council is getting leaned on by
Armchair quarterbacking
January 26, 2023
When Norm Cannada told me last week Seneca Police Chief Casey Bowling had invited
Preemptive strike
January 25, 2023
After likely taking stock of the national and local hullabaloo over book banning in
Setting a standard
January 21, 2023
We’re now three weeks into the new year, so it might be worth checking
Sign of the times
January 19, 2023
It’s been eight months since Uvalde, nearly five years since Parkland, six years since
A win for transparency
January 18, 2023
Beginning Monday, media far and wide will descend on Colleton County to report on
Shaking things up
January 17, 2023
Thursday was quite the day if you call yourself a fan of Clemson football.
The importance of communication
January 14, 2023
It is unlikely that slain civil rights leader Dr. Martin Luther King Jr. could
Agencies encourage healthy habits during American Heart Month
COLUMBIA — February is American Heart Month, and the S.C. Department of Health and Environmental Control (DHEC) is taking the...
Read MoreClemson trustees pass statement on freedom of speech
Members of the Clemson University Board of Trustees approved a “Statement on Freedom of Speech” last week, affirming the school’s...
Read More‘It’s crazy’: Clemson residents react to potential election changes
A handful of Clemson residents questioned the reasoning behind an amendment in state election laws that would require municipalities to...
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Police looking into Chicopee vandalism
The Walhalla Police Department is searching for those responsible for...
Read MoreSalem woman faces drug charges
The Oconee County Sheriff’s Office said a traffic stop on...
Read MoreHealth agencies encourage healthy habits during Heart Month
COLUMBIA — February is American Heart Month, and the S.C....
Read MoreEx-SDOC coach, sub charged with sex with minor
Marquis Dequavious Hunter, 27, of West South 4th Street in...
Read MoreDeveloper still in talks with family on Seneca properties, 400 housing units possible
SENECA — A major developer is under contract for a...
Read MoreClemson gives update on Perimeter Road project
Drivers on Perimeter Road have seen a major $21 million...
Read MoreSingle-car wreck kills 20-year-old Westminster man
A Friday night crash near Westminster killed a 20-year-old man.
Read MoreCounty council not meeting for lack of quorum
There will be no Oconee County Council meeting tonight due...
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Crime briefs: Seneca man charged in January break-in
A Seneca man has been arrested in connection with a January break-in at a local business.
Read MoreWalhalla City Council set to meet tonight
Walhalla City Council members are scheduled to hold a committee meeting tonight.
Read MoreFree HIV/STD testing available today
The S.C. Department of Health and Environmental Control is offering free testing for HIV and sexually transmitted...
Read MoreTraffic accident kills 20-year-old Westminster man
WESTMINSTER -- A Friday night crash near Westminster claimed the life of a 20-year-old Westminster man.
Read MoreWest Union councilwoman sworn in
West Union’s newest council member was sworn in by Mayor Linda Oliver at a special called meeting...
Read MoreCounty administrator set to speak at OJRSA meeting
SENECA — Oconee County administrator Amanda Brock is scheduled to give a Sewer South funding update at...
Read MoreMore educational choice coming in SC?
COLUMBIA — A proposed bill that would give an income tax credit to organizations who give money...
Read MoreCity official says Harper’s work ‘progressing nicely’
SENECA — Work to rehabilitate and repurpose a more-than-century-old Seneca property that has been vacant for more...
Read MoreMan accused of kidnapping teens
A Seneca man was arrested Friday on multiple charges after police allege he pointed a gun at...
Read MoreOCRP chair: ‘Misinformation’ swirling around bylaw changes
SENECA — Oconee County Republican Party chairman Jim Mann looked to address what he called a “covert...
Read MorePreliminary hearings waived in infant death
WALHALLA — It will now be up to the Oconee County Grand Jury to decide whether to...
Read MoreLocal law enforcement agencies change focus with hiring process
WALHALLA — In the aftermath of the Tyre Nichols beating and death last month and the arrests...
Read MoreCU unveils Green Tiger One project
CLEMSON — Clemson University recently announced an energy conservation project that will make nearly 100 buildings more...
Read More$24M awarded to provide internet access in Oconee, Pickens counties
PICKENS — Local communities in Oconee and Pickens counties with little to no internet access could have...
Read MoreMac’s Drive In owner Hunter remembered
CLEMSON — When walking into Mac’s Drive In on Old Pendleton Road, one can often find Clemson...
Read MoreAfter groundbreaking, construction on $56M CU alumni center expected to be finished by fall 2024
CLEMSON — About 100 Clemson University stakeholders gathered Wednesday evening near the future site of the $56...
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