Tuesday, December 23, 2025
County Launches "Clean Anderson" Campaign to Fight Litter
“Clean Anderson” is the new home for the latest new on cleanup events, recycling and other information and education on how the community can join the fight against litter.
Mayor: West Pelzer Hitting on All Cylinders as the Town Grows
Full occupancy of the main street in West Pelzer, greater recreation opportunities and new businesses were all goals of the plan, and all were met.
ACTC Radio Station Chosen Best in Nation
The station was founded in October, 2012 by the students at the career center which representing Wren, Palmetto, Powdersville and Belton-Honea Path High Schools. It can be heard at mypulseradio.com, as well as on a variety of streaming apps, and is the Media Broadcasting program at ACTC, which is marking 50 years of service to the community.
County to Update Parks Rules as Part of Tuesday Meeting
Anderson County Council will vote on a series of measures aimed at keeping the county’s parks safe and more pleasant at Tuesday’s 6:30 p.m. meeting in the historic courthouse.
DHEC Updates Food Grade Decals for Restaurants
DHEC’s goal is to have the new QR code letter grades placed at each permitted establishment within a year.
46th Spring Jubilee Brings Big Crowd to Pendleton
Storms and heavy rain stopped just as the festival opened, and by noon crowds filled the streets of the town to check out the work of artists from across the country and enjoy the food, music and atmosphere of the popular festival.
Belton Busy with Activities, Managing Growth
New housing starts, a new toy store downtown and a series of events highlighting the city’s rich tennis history are among the activities marking growth in Belton.
Green Pond to Host Fishers of Men Tournament this Weekend
The event begins Thursday and the top 27 teams will compete for the championship on Saturday. Winners will be crowned after the 3 p.m. weigh-in.
S.C. Senate Passes Ban on "Foreign Adversary" Land Holdings
The measure approved Thursday by a 31-5 vote would apply to citizens of so-called adversarial countries on a U.S. Department of Commerce list that currently includes China, Russia, Cuba, Iran and North Korea.
Williamston Mayor Says New Housing Marker of Town's Growth
Spring/Summer Events, business growth, an update on the bridge that has captured so much attention, and and update on the Ingles supermarket are all discussed in this interview with Mayor Rockey Burgess for the Anderson Observer.
AU Suicide Prevention Awareness Walk Set for Saturday
The “Out of the Darkness Campus Walk” is set to begin at noon with an opening ceremony in the G. Ross Anderson Student Center. Speakers will include former Clemson football player Javis Austin, who will offer hope amid struggles with mental health.
Rooftop Restaurant Set to Open Downtown this Week
Up on the Roof, which occupies the space on top of the downtown parking garage at the corner of South McDuffie and East Market streets, is set to open Wednesday.
Junior League's "Trucks on Main" a Hit with Families
By noon hundreds of families were on hand to allow the kids to get up close and personal with a variety of big trucks and heavy equipment, including fire trucks, law enforcement vehicles, construction equipment, agricultural machinery, as well as meet the men and women who build, protect, and serve Anderson County.
Friends of Broadway Lake Tackle Litter in Their Community
More than a dozen started the morning in a steady rain, collecting litter at McFall’s Landing and along the roads in the Broadway Lake community.
ACTC Esports Shooting for Scholarships, Championships
ACTC boasts five members on the Delta Squad: Kai Cobb, a senior at Wren High School,; Zachary Culp, a senior at Palmetto High School; Aizley Gonzalez. a freshman at Palmetto High School; J.D. Fischer, a freshman at Palmetto High School; and Luke Seigler. a freshman at Palmetto High School. Their coach is programming and design instructor Seth Pruitt.
S.C. House Bill Would Prohibit "Foreign Adversaries" From Owning Land
The bill is one of numerous like-minded measures that have arisen across the country after a suspected Chinese spy balloon recently floated over U.S. territory and was brought down off the South Carolina coast. The overflight fueled lawmakers' worries that nefarious actors may advance surveillance efforts under the guise of land ownership. At least 11 state legislatures are considering similar proposals.
Iva Seeing Progress with New Businesses, Housing
Town Manager Tim Taylor outlines the growth, along with proposed expansion of recreation and other progress in this interview with the Anderson Observer.
Sen. Tim Scott Promises "Political Update" on Presidential Bid
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.
Anderson Watching as Local Man Competes in Bassmaster Classic
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.
AU, AnMed Team Up for New Sports Medicine Facility
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.