Monday, December 22, 2025
Early Voting Starts Monday
The Town of West Pelzer, Town of Pendleton, Town of Pelzer, City of Belton, Town of Honea Path, Town of Iva, and the Anderson County School Dist. 4 Bond Referendum are on the ballot this year.
County Remembers Fallen First Responders
The new event replaces the Walk of Remembrance, which was subject to the weather, and continues to include a roll call of all the fallen city, county and township first responders dating back as far as 1797.
Burns: County Committed to Helping "Least of These"
“The primary job of government is health, safety and public welfare,” said Anderson County Administrator said Burns.
Arts Center Director to Step Down
“It is bittersweet to make this move, but I am excited about the new opportunity,” said Cameron. “I grew up about an hour from Savannah, and that area is home to me. I still have family members there, and I’m really excited about the job at the Chamber.”
Governor Requiring Magistrates' Financial Background Check
In a letter to senators this week, Gov. Henry McMaster said he is requiring an application that includes asking familiarity about legal issues and the candidate's sentencing philosophy.
Council Oks $370K in Projects from ATAX Funds
The funds are from the Accommodation Tax money generated by visitor who stayed in Anderson lodging locations during events. This year’s funds were up $27,000 from the previous year.
B.A.S.S. Nation Championship at Green Pond This Week
“When Anderson County hosted our first B.A.S.S. Nation Championship in 2017, the leadership of Anderson County identified the Nation Championship as a must-have event in our community,” said Neil Paul
Council to Look at Tax Breaks for Expanding Broadband
Anderson County Council will consider tax incentives for WC Fiber, LLC, for the expansion of broadband during Tuesday’s 6:30 p.m. meeting in the historic courthouse downtown.
Three Teams Take Top Prizes in PlaySafe Fishing Event
Justin Raines and Bradley Day took the $5,000 first-place prize with a total catch of 14.29 pounds. The team of Barrett Keel and Brody Manley won the $2,000 second-place prize with a catch of 13.46 pounds, while Larry Fleeman and Randy Fleeman won $1,000 for their third-place catch of 10.32 pounds.
Pendleton Sees Record Crowds at Fall Festival
Pendleton’s Fall Harvest Festival attracted a record crowd for the day’s music, arts and crafts, food and kids activities around the village green.
School Dist. 4 Asking Voters to Invest in Future
Two-thirds of Anderson School Dist. 4’s schools are near capacity and expected to be over capacity in less than three years.
Anderson Celebrates Hispanic Heritage Festival
Live music, food and more were featured Saturday at the Anderson County Latinx Council’s second annual Hispanic Festival at the Anderson County Farmers Market.
Honea Path Festival Crowns New Champs
Contestants were challenged with eating a honey sopped biscuit and then whistle. Sterling Tyner of Belton took the women’s championship, will Belton-Honea Path High School Student Cody Bailey captured the men’s crown. Each will receive $100 prize for their achievement.
MTP "Arsenic and Old Lace" Soars in Classic Dark Comedy
The cast is pitch perfect as they move throughout the ominously told story of a family tradition of matter-of-fact murders, with some of the most unlikely members keeping score of their villainous killings.
Photo: Escobar Photography, LLC
AIM's WACS Program Celebrates 30 Years
Nearly 180 women have graduated from the program, with some earning advanced and professional degrees. AIM Founder and CEO said many other women spent some time in the program which provided tools with life-changing results.
Hall of Fame to Honor Energy Pioneer
William State Lee, Sr., who played a key role in starting the Duke Energy Company has been chosen for induction into the Anderson County Museum’s Hall of Fame.
County to Honor Officers, First Responders Who Gave All
Anderson County will honor law enforcements and first responders who gave their lives in the line of duty at an 7:30 a.m. Oct. 19 event at the Anderson Civic Center. It will mark the 38th year the service has been held.
Farm to Table Event Highlights Local Food
The event, which sold out in three days, featured music, drinks and samples of local restaurant specialties prepared with local ingredients.
City Outlines Paving Priorities, Shared Kitchen Fees
Anderson City Council on Monday approved on first reading a paving/repaving list for local roads.
The city is required by the state to provide such evaluation every two years.