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Helene in Upstate live updates: Latest news in Greenville, SC
WEB21 hours ago · Blue Ridge Electric Cooperative dispatches workers, most people still without power. Blue Ridge Electric Cooperative has dispatched 216 workers to assess damage across Anderson, Greenville, Oconee, Pickens and Spartanburg counties, but nearly 88% of their customers — about 64,100 people — have not regained power.
Obituaries in Anderson, SC | Anderson Independent-Mail
WEBClayton Sidney Cole, 89, passed away Tuesday, July 30, 2024. Born in Townville, he was the son of the late Hubert C. and Bertie Dobbins Cole. He was a graduate of Townville High School.
Heat wave grips Upstate, Spartanburg opens cooling stations to …
WEBJul 17, 2024 · The Cooling Stations will stay open from 11 a.m. until 7 p.m., Sunday through Saturday. Times and locations are subject to change. Cooling Stations will permanently close once the heat wave subsides, according to the social media post.
No criminal charges will be filed in shooting death of Anderson child
WEBAug 13, 2024 · No criminal charges will be filed in the shooting death of a 10-year-old Anderson child. Anderson County detectives and the office of the 10th Circuit Solicitor have been investigating the shooting incident that occurred on Fox Creek Road on Tuesday, August 6, which resulted in the death of the 10-year-old child.. The victim was identified as Dahillian M. Patel from Anderson County, according ...
South Carolina's tax-free weekend: What counts as school supplies?
WEBAug 2, 2024 · South Carolina's annual tax-free weekend is here, and a selection of sweet deals comes with it. This year, the event is scheduled for Friday, Aug. 2 to Sunday, Aug. 4. According to a news release from the SC Department of Revenue (SCDOR), last year, S.C. shoppers purchased over $30.4 million in tax-free items during the tax-free weekend.
Tropical Storm Debby rainfall totals SC, Georgia, NC Aug. 8
WEBAug 8, 2024 · Debby was downgraded from a tropical storm to a tropical depression on Thursday, Aug. 8, and is heading north, but that doesn't mean it is finished with the Carolinas. "Debby is expected to produce an additional 3 to 6 inches of rainfall with locally higher amounts, across portions of southeastern North Carolina leading to maximum storm total amounts as high as 15 inches," the National ...
Bomb Squad called to Anderson QT gas station Monday, suspect …
WEBAug 13, 2024 · The Anderson County Sheriff's Office has charged a man after officials found bomb-making equipment in his vehicle on Monday afternoon. James Turner, 39, has been charged with possession of a destructive device, with more potential charges anticipated, according to the Anderson County Sheriff's Office.
Anderson voters to decide on five council member seats.
WEBApr 2, 2024 · Residents in Anderson are voting today. The City of Anderson is holding an election from 7 a.m. to 7 p.m. Four seats are up for election in single-member districts 2, 4, and 6, and one at-large seat is in District 8, with five candidates running.
Independent Mail refreshes comics lineup based on reader input
WEBJan 21, 2024 · That’s why we continuously evaluate our comics content and listen to our readers' suggestions. After conducting a survey, the Independent Mail and IndependentMail.com will introduce a revamped and updated …