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Anderson County’s Piedmont Riverfront Park Opens on the Saluda River

Posted on May 5, 2026 by - News Releases

This is an aerial (drone-style) view of a riverside park or access point surrounded by dense forest. Key elements visible: * **River**: On the right side, a calm, slightly murky river runs vertically through the frame, bordered by thick trees on both banks. * **Boat access area**: Near the bottom center-right, there’s a small dock or launch platform extending into the water, likely for kayaks or small boats. * **Parking lot**: On the left side of the river, a newly paved parking area with marked spaces curves along the landscape. It appears lightly used or empty. * **Access road**: A narrow road winds down from the top center toward the parking area, cutting through the forest. * **Shelter structure**: A small pavilion or covered structure sits near the parking lot, likely for picnics or resting. * **Cleared land**: Some areas around the parking lot and road look recently cleared or developed, with exposed soil contrasting the surrounding greenery. * **Dense forest**: The majority of the scene is covered in lush, green trees, suggesting a natural or protected area. Overall, it looks like a newly developed recreational access point—possibly for boating, fishing, or nature visits—integrated into a wooded riverside environment.https://www.andersoncountysc.org/anderson-countys-piedmont-riverfront-park-opens-on-the-saluda-river/Anderson County’s Piedmont Riverfront Park—Opening both corridors and doors to the Saluda River and ADA accessible paddling in Upstate South Carolina. After more than a decade of planning and vision, Anderson County officially unveils Piedmont Riverfront Park, a 21-acre ecotourism destination designed to reconnect the community with the natural beauty of the Saluda River, on Read More...

Human Relations Council Honors 21 Students at 2026 Cory White Awards

Posted on April 21, 2026 by - News Releases

People holding hands creating a bridge.https://www.andersoncountysc.org/human-relations-council-honors-21-students-at-2026-cory-white-awards/The Anderson County Human Relations Council (HRC) recognized 21 middle and high school students Monday evening at the Civic Center of Anderson with the 2026 Cory White Diversity Awards, an annual program honoring young people who help make their schools more welcoming, respectful, and mindful of the dignity of others. The award was established in Read More...

Hurricane Springs Park Press Box Re-opened; Other Improvements Underway

Posted on March 31, 2026 by - News Releases

https://www.andersoncountysc.org/hurricane-springs-park-press-box-re-opened-other-improvements-underway/Hurricane Springs Park has officially reopened its press box and concession stand, thanks to the efforts of Jimmy Davis and the Wren Youth Association. The facility had been rendered unusable in 2023 following an act of vandalism. Its restoration marks an important milestone for the park, which serves as a central hub for youth athletics, Read More...

Patton & Brooks from Emmanuel University Win CrushCity Hartwell Slam presented by Sufix

Posted on March 30, 2026 by - News Releases

https://www.andersoncountysc.org/36026-2/The Association of Collegiate Anglers (ACA) Hartwell Slam brought an exciting weekend of competitive fishing to our community, with strong participation and impressive results on display. Over the course of the two-day event, multiple 20-pound bags were weighed in, highlighting both the quality of Lake Hartwell’s fishery and the high level of competition. Local support played a Read More...

Anderson County Launches REACT Fraud Alert Service to Help Protect Residents

Posted on March 11, 2026 by - News Releases

https://www.andersoncountysc.org/anderson-county-launches-react-fraud-alert-service-to-help-protect-residents/Anderson County and the Register of Deeds are pleased to announce the launch of a new Fraud Alert Service for the public. The service is called REACT. This initiative aims to enhance community safety by providing timely alerts about potential fraud schemes and scams regarding their real estate and recorded documents. Residents are encouraged to Read More...

Anderson County Awarded $529,600 “Safe Streets for All” Grant from U.S. Department of Transportation

Posted on February 23, 2026 by - News Releases

https://www.andersoncountysc.org/anderson-county-awarded-529600-safe-streets-for-all-grant-from-u-s-department-of-transportation/Anderson County has been awarded a second Safe Streets and Roads for All (SS4A) grant from the U.S. Department of Transportation. The $529,600 grant follows a $200,000 grant awarded in 2023 to develop a Safety Action Plan. The Safety Action Plan identified the need to support our first responders in performing their duties in a safe Read More...

Email Scam Claiming to be from the Anderson County Planning & Zoning Commission

Posted on February 4, 2026 by - News Releases

Historic courthouse building with palmetto tree and crescent moon in background.https://www.andersoncountysc.org/email-scam-claiming-to-be-from-the-anderson-county-planning-zoning-commission/SCAM ALERT | The Anderson County Sheriff’s Office has received reports today of potential scam emails claiming to be from the Anderson County Planning and Zoning Commission. Anderson County residents who have submitted requests to County Council for community funding may be receiving fraudulent emails in response to those requests. These emails appear legitimate, using Read More...