Town Manager Tim Taylor outlines the growth, along with proposed expansion of recreation and other progress in this interview with the Anderson Observer.

According to an invitation obtained by The Associated Press, Scott will meet with donors to hold what's being advertised as a “Faith in America Summit” next month in Charleston. The schedule notes a reception and dinner on April 14, as well as “breakfast, policy discussions, and political update” the following day.

Collin Smith of Honea Path earned his spot in December winning the playoff after his team win in the Bassmaster Team Championship at Green Pond Landing alongside partner Brady Kimbrell.

The clinic will be part of the Trojan Football Operations Center currently under construction on Williamston Road. AU is scheduled to kick off their first football team in the fall of 2024.

As part of the event, roads will be close at Main Street between Whitner Street and Benson Stree and at Whitner Street between Main Street and McDuffie Street from 9 a.m.-3 p.m..

South Carolina is among the states with the most employed individuals leaving their jobs over the past year, with 3.44 percent moving on to new employment.

Council agreed to look into legal navigation in a tree ordinance that will protect the land and streams from potentially problematic development.

Jenrette served three terms as a Democrat in the U.S. House, and while his crime and escapades received the most attention, he also was known for securing federal help for his mostly rural district, including aid to tobacco and other types of farmers and a new bridge in Georgetown tall enough to allow ships to easily pass.

A number of town and communities in Anderson County received $5,000 recreation program grants on Monday.

In partnership with the Belton Tennis Association, “Raise a Racquet:  The History of Tennis,” is the museum’s latest exhibit, and will be open to the public through May 27.

According to the U.S. Food and Drug Administration, Perrigo is recalling some of its Gerber Good Start SoothePro powdered infant formula because it may be contaminated with bacteria.

Council will also discuss recommendations from the Planning and Public Works Committee on a potential RV park ordinance, revisions to stormwater maintenance requirement and a possible tree ordinance at the meeting

The award is given annually by the South Carolina Association of School Administrators to recognize top schools in the state which offer “excellent instruction and outstanding leaders, augmented by strong family and community involvement and a supportive business community.”

Republican Comptroller General Richard Eckstrom has attracted mounting scrutiny since he first told lawmakers last month that he had unintentionally exaggerated the state’s cash position by $3.5 billion by overstating the amount the state had sent to colleges and universities. 

An estimated 350 students are expected to launch from Green Pond Landing and Event Center for the Palmetto Boat Center  Tournament Trail, with boats launching at 7 a.m. and the weigh-in at 1:30 p.m. for middle school anglers and 3 p.m. for high school anglers.

Anderson County Administrator Rusty Burns talks about the importance of Hartwell Lake to the area’s economy as well as offering updates on upcoming events, the county budget, the new detention center and more in this interview with the Anderson Observer.

The statewide jobless rate, which is calculated differently and seasonally adjusted dropped to 3.2 percent in January, down from 3.3 percent in December..

The bill was authored by a group which includes Rep. Rob Harris, R-Spartanburg, a registered nurse and member of the South Carolina Freedom Caucus; and  has attracted 21 co-sponsors, including Rep. April Cromer, R-Anderson and Rep. Thomas Beach, R-Anderson.  

The parking behind Whitner Street Garage will be closing today as new service lines and manholes are being installed. The work is expected to take all week.

Anderson has seen prices increase by more than 20 center per gallon in the last two weeks, as refineries begin the transition to the summer blend of fuel.