Author: Anderson County News

Get Ready: Download YourGov App to Report Downed Trees & Flooded Roadways

Posted on September 13, 2018 by - Emergencies, Emergency Management, Public Works, Roads & Bridges, Weather

https://www.andersoncountysc.org/get-ready-download-yourgov-app-to-report-downed-trees-flooded-roadways/Whether it is a hurricane or a beautiful day in Anderson County, it is easy to report roadway issues through the YourGov app. Easily report down trees or debris in roadways by downloading the Your Gov app to your device. To help identify your request, drag and drop a picture, provide the location for service, Read More...

South Carolina’s Fight Against the Opioid Crisis is Unified and Strong; Upstate First Responders Take the Lead in Saving Lives

Posted on September 12, 2018 by - Anderson County EMS, News Releases, Opioids, Public Health, SC DAODAS (South Carolina Department of Alcohol and Other Drug Abuse Services), State Agencies, Town of West Pelzer

https://www.andersoncountysc.org/south-carolinas-fight-against-the-opioid-crisis-is-unified-and-strong-upstate-first-responders-take-the-lead-in-saving-lives/On September 6, 2018, the Office of the Governor and the South Carolina Department of Alcohol and Other Drug Abuse Services (DAODAS) hosted the 2018 SC Governor’s Opioid Summit. The Opioid Summit provided an opportunity for behavioral health professionals, law enforcement, healthcare workers, representatives of state and local government, clergy, advocates, and other caring individuals Read More...

ACM’s Hall of Fame Celebrates 15 Year Anniversary: John Martin to be inducted on October 16th

Posted on September 12, 2018 by - Anderson County Museum, Events, News Releases

https://www.andersoncountysc.org/acms-hall-of-fame-celebrates-15-year-anniversary-john-martin-to-be-inducted-on-october-16th/ANDERSON — On October 16th The Anderson County Museum (ACM) Advisory Committee will celebrate the 15th year Anniversary of inducting deserving individuals into the Hall of Fame. In 2018 we are honoring John Martin in addition to highlighting all 35 Hall of Fame recipients since the induction began in 2003. The ACM Advisory Committee members Read More...

Hurricane Florence – A Message From Our Sheriff’s Office

Posted on September 12, 2018 by - Emergency Management, Power Outages, Public Works

https://www.andersoncountysc.org/hurricane-florence-a-message-from-our-sheriffs-office/County officials give tips on keeping you and your family safe during Hurricane Florence’s landfall. Check on your neighbors and seniors to see if their needs are met. Only call 911 for emergencies, to report non-emergency situations please call the following. Downed Trees: 864.260.4400 Power Outages: Duke Energy — 800.769.3766 or https://www.duke-energy.com/outages/restoring-your-power Blue Ridge Electric Coop Read More...

Half-Staff Flag Observance

Posted on September 11, 2018 by - Public Notices

https://www.andersoncountysc.org/half-staff-flag-observance/The President has issued a directive to display the flag of the United States at half-staff on Tuesday, September 11, 2018, Patriot Day, in honor of the individuals who lost their lives on September 11, 2001. Accordingly, the Governor directs that flags atop the State Capitol be flown at half-staff from sunup until sunset, Tuesday, Read More...

Neil Paul Recognized as a “Game Changer” by Connect Sports

Posted on September 7, 2018 by - Convention & Visitors Bureau, News Releases, Tourism

https://www.andersoncountysc.org/neil-paul-recognized-as-a-game-changer-by-connect-sports/Neil Paul, Executive Director of Visit Anderson, was recognized as an industry leader in Connect Sports magazine’s “Game Changers” feature in the fall 2018 issue. Connect Sports is a national, B2B magazine that provides resources and ideas to professionals and planners in the sports tourism industry. “This is just another affirmation of the great work Read More...

Anderson Celebrates Family, Veterans, and First Responders

Posted on August 31, 2018 by - Anderson Sports & Entertainment Center, Events, News Releases

https://www.andersoncountysc.org/anderson-celebrates-family-veterans-and-first-responders/Anderson County, S.C. – An annual community event, Celebrate Anderson unites our County’s eleven cities and towns for a day of festivities that concludes with an evening of concerts and a patriotic fireworks celebration the Sunday before Labor Day. The Celebrate-Fun-Zone, which includes large inflatables and activities brings together families and youth for a fun Read More...

Shiloh Church Road to Close September 10th for Bridge Replacement

Posted on August 28, 2018 by - Public Notices, Public Works, Roads & Bridges

https://www.andersoncountysc.org/shiloh-church-road-close-bridge-replacement-september-10-2018/Anderson County, S.C. (August 27, 2018) – Anderson County Roads and Bridges Department will close a portion of Shiloh Church Road near Highway 17 in the Wren community on Monday, September 10, 2018 to replace the west bridge near Shiloh Creek Subdivision.  The roadway will be closed between Highway 17 and Cane Hill Drive C-01-0307 Read More...

Half-Staff Flag Observance for Senator John McCain

Posted on August 27, 2018 by - Public Notices

https://www.andersoncountysc.org/half-staff-flag-observance-for-senator-john-mccain/*** Event Date: 08/26/2018 – 08/29/2018 As a mark of respect for the memory of Senator John McCain, the President has issued a proclamation ordering that the flag of the United States be flown at half-staff until sunset, on the day of interment. Accordingly, the Governor directs that flags atop the State Capitol Building be Read More...

Holt Hopkins Named South Carolina APWA Public Works Manager of the Year

Posted on August 16, 2018 by - Anderson County PAWS, News Releases, Public Works

https://www.andersoncountysc.org/holt-hopkins-named-south-carolina-apwa-public-works-manager-of-the-year/Anderson County, S.C. (August 16, 2018) – Each year the South Carolina Chapter of the American Public Works Association (SCAPWA) names an Outstanding Public Works Manager of the Year. This award is given to a public works manager with outstanding initiatives, innovations, and improvements during the past three years in South Carolina. At the Statewide Read More...