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Recreation facilities enhanced at a community center
Seneca’s Blue Ridge Community Center now has six basketball goals on its newly constructed courts, and the thanks goes to a group of employees at the local BASF plant. Over two days last month, 14 volunteers from the BASF Veterans Employee team committed 60 hours to bring the project to life. The main installation took place June 14 with the installation of MegaSlam72, Mega Slam60, and FX 60 basketball goals. The project attracted attention in the community, as residents stopped by to watch the process. The timing coincided with Juneteenth celebrations and underscored a commitment by BASF Environmental Catalyst and Metal Solutions to create opportunities and enhancing facilities in underserved communities.
Upcountry Fiber issues statement after employee experiences arc flash in Anderson County
A contractor working for Upcountry Fiber and Blue Ridge Electric Cooperative in Anderson County experienced an arc flash on Monday while assisting with deploying broadband internet services. According to a press release, Emergency Medical Services responded swiftly, administered life-saving procedures on-site, and transported the injured person to AnMed Health Medical Center for further treatment. The contractor was then transported to the Augusta Burn Center. No new details have been released on their condition. ...
Seneca Hopeful for FEMA Reimbursements
More than four years after an EF-3 tornado hit Seneca, city officials are hopeful that the nearly $8 million in approved FEMA reimbursements will be received this year. Seneca Assistant City Administrator Josh Riches reported that the city is awaiting two sets of funds: $3.4 million, of which $2.4 million has been received, and an additional $4.5 million following arbitration with FEMA. Riches expects the remaining $1 million and the $4.5 million to be received by the end of the year. In an unrelated matter, City Administrator Scott Moulder reported that the roof of the former Seneca Middle School is in good condition, which could facilitate the city’s potential purchase of the property for recreational use. The evaluation found no significant concerns, and the matter will be discussed at the next Seneca City Council meeting.
SC Charter Institute accused of conspiring to tarnish school operator and steal its business
A bombshell court filing accuses SC’s largest charter school district and its leaders of a criminal conspiracy to damage the reputation of a for-profit education management company in order to take its business.
Halton MEI USA selects Anderson County for first SC facility
Halton MEI USA Inc., a manufacturer of indoor climate technology, is investing $2.6 million to establish its first South Carolina facility in Anderson County, the company announced July 23. Founded in Finland in 1969, Halton will be leasing a 39,000-square-foot space at 120 Exchange Logistics Park Drive in Piedmont with...
Citing slow, costly repairs, South Carolina city withdraws from water system, officials say
PICKENS, S.C. — The City Council of Pickens, South Carolina, voted Monday to withdraw from the Pickens Joint Regional Water System, effective immediately, officials said. In a release from City Manager Tim O'Briant, officials said the decision comes after careful consideration and thorough evaluation of the city's current and future water needs.
Clemson Professor Patents Peach Varieties to Help Save Vital South Carolina Industry
The Clemson University Research Foundation (CURF) is a 501(c)(3) nonprofit founded in 1981. Its offices sit just off campus in a nondescript high-rise that overlooks downtown Clemson’s three-block run of shops and restaurants. It is little known, but its impact is significant. CURF’s mission is to advance the research...
DEADLINE LOOMING FOR LAVONIA DDA SURVEY RESPONSES
Time is running out for people living in and around Lavonia to submit their suggestions and comments on how the City can improve its downtown area. For several weeks now, the Lavonia Downtown Development and Main Street Program have been asking the public to take a short online survey consisting of about 10 questions, according to Main Street Director Ashley Rose Dodd.
Two Comprehensive Plan Forums Planned This Week
Two more public forums will be held this week for Franklin County Citizens on the Joint Comprehensive Plan, and one will take place tonight. The next public forums will be held tonight from 6-7:30 p.m. in the Gumlog community at Poplar Springs Baptist Church at 67 Poplar Springs Church Road in Lavonia.
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