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UPDATE: Power outage in Clinton fixed
CLINTON, S.C. (FOX Carolina) - The City of Clinton reported a power outage across the city around 12:45 p.m. Friday. “Our crew is aware and heading to access the situation,” the city of Clinton wrote in a Facebook post. “Power will be restored as quickly and safely as possible. If you have any questions or concerns please contact us at 864-833-7500.”
Patriot Legaciess: Early trader, settler Casper 'Jasper' Phillip Byerly
Casper “Jasper” Phillip Byerly was born in Germany in 1746. He was the son of John Phillip Casper Byerly, who immigrated with his wife (who may have been named Catherine), to America from Germany in 1752 on the ship the Calcedonia. They lived in Newberry, South Carolina. Jasper’s father John Phillip Casper Byerly is also listed on some sites as a patriot. Jasper had several siblings: Martin, Elizabeth, and John...
Impact fees could cause Clinton to lose out on 150 new homes
The City of Clinton is likely to lose out on 150 new homes proposed for an area near Eastside Elementary School because the city council will not waive impact fees for the under-construction subdivision. Toby Davidson with STP Development asked for the waiver, to make the often-delayed project with DR...
Former Bell Street School honored at SC Historic Preservation Awards
USC Union received a Historic Preservation Stewardship Award at the 29th Annual South Carolina Historic Preservation Awards, which was held at the SC State House on June 20. Since 1995, the South Carolina Department of Archives and History, Preservation South Carolina, and the Office of the Governor have recognized exceptional accomplishments in the preservation, rehabilitations, and interpretation of our architectural and cultural heritage with a series of statewide awards.
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