Category: News Releases

Palmetto Boat Center College & High School Bass Tournament

Posted on December 8, 2021 by - News Releases

https://www.andersoncountysc.org/palmetto-boat-center-college-high-school-bass-tournament/Palmetto Boat Center College & High School Bass Tournament on December 10 & 11, 2021, Anderson, SC  The 2021/22 Palmetto Boat Center College Tournament Trail and High School Tournament Trail will visit Lake Hartwell in Anderson, SC on Friday, December 10th & Saturday, December 11th, 2021. Friday the 10th will be day one of the PBC College Read More...

KidVenture Playground to Close for Construction

Posted on December 1, 2021 by - News Releases

https://www.andersoncountysc.org/kidventure-playground-to-close-for-construction/Beginning Monday, December 13th, KidVenture playground will be closed to the public. Anderson County Council recently approved a  $2.3M contract with Foothills Contracting Service, LLC for the construction of a new playground and splash pad. The new KidVenture design is based on a flower. Each petal will have play equipment for a different age group. Read More...

Anderson County Sets New Employment Record

Posted on November 22, 2021 by - News Releases

https://www.andersoncountysc.org/anderson-county-sets-new-employment-record/Anderson County has set another record high level in its total number of employed persons, according to data released Friday by the SC Department of Employment and Workforce. The county’s total number of employed persons in October 2021 (89,469) exceeds the previous record of 89,207 recorded in July of this year. “This is why we Read More...

Visit Anderson & Anderson County Receives 2020-21 Champion of Economic Impact in Sports Tourism Award

Posted on November 22, 2021 by - News Releases

https://www.andersoncountysc.org/visit-anderson-and-anderson-county-receives-2020-21-champion-of-economic-impact-in-sports-tourism-award/Presented by Traveling Teams in Sports Destination Management ANDERSON, SC – Sports Destination Management, the leading publication with the largest circulation of sports event planners and tournament directors in the sports tourism market, has announced the 2020 and 2021 Champions of Economic Impact in Sports Tourism Presented by Traveling Teams. This year’s winners are responsible for contributing a more-than-welcome boost of Read More...

Arthrex expanding operations in Anderson County

Posted on October 21, 2021 by - News Releases

https://www.andersoncountysc.org/arthrex-expanding-operations-in-anderson-county/More than $100 million investment will create 500 new jobs COLUMBIA, S.C. – Arthrex, an orthopedic technology innovator, today announced plans to expand operations in Anderson County. The more than $100 million investment will create 500 new jobs.  Founded in 1981, Arthrex is a global leader in orthopedic surgical device design, research, manufacturing and medical education. The company develops Read More...

Plastic Omnium Expanding Operations in Anderson County

Posted on October 6, 2021 by - News Releases

https://www.andersoncountysc.org/plastic-omnium-expanding-operations-in-anderson-county/Plastic Omnium, a leading automotive equipment provider, today announced plans to expand operations in Anderson County. The more than $17.7 million investment will create 76 new jobs.  Founded in 1947 and headquartered in France, Plastic Omnium designs and manufactures complex and interactive body systems as well as emission reduction and energy storage systems for the automotive industry. The company Read More...

Anderson Regional Airport Announces Availability of Charter Air Services

Posted on October 5, 2021 by - News Releases

Blue, sunny sky with white clouds and dark green grass on the ground surround the terminal at the Anderson Regional Airport. https://www.andersoncountysc.org/anderson-regional-airport-announces-availability-of-charter-air-services/Anderson County is pleased to announce a special “new arrival” at Anderson Regional Airport.  Clemson Air Charter (CAC) is now based at the facility and is offering chartered flight services available to the general public.   Clemson Air Charter owner and operator John Von Kaenel has more than 15 years of experience as a commercial airline Read More...

Detour of East Whitner Street Effective Through October

Posted on October 4, 2021 by - News Releases

https://www.andersoncountysc.org/detour-of-e-whitner-st-effective-through-october/The street closure for East Whitner Street will begin Monday, October 4th. The end date is to be determined, but no later than October 28th. Please note that the detour is for parking beside the historic courthouse on E. Whitner St. and behind the Historic Courthouse only.

Glen Raven Inc. Expanding Operations in Anderson County

Posted on October 1, 2021 by - News Releases

https://www.andersoncountysc.org/glen-raven-inc-expanding-operations-in-anderson-county/$70 million investment will create 135 new jobs COLUMBIA, S.C. – Glen Raven Inc., a high-performance textile manufacturer, today announced plans to expand operations for its custom fabrics division in Anderson County. The $70 million investment will create 135 new jobs. Operating in Anderson County since 1986, Glen Raven Inc. is a leading provider of innovative performance Read More...

PHC to Unveil Redevelopment Plans of Old Pelzer Mill Properties

Posted on September 17, 2021 by - News Releases

https://www.andersoncountysc.org/phc-to-unveil-redevelopment-plans-of-old-pelzer-mill-properties/The Pelzer Heritage Commission will unveil redevelopment plans for the old Pelzer Mill properties on Thursday, September 23rd at 11:00 AM.  The announcement will be made at the Historic Pelzer Auditorium (home of the Mill Town Players performance company), 214 Lebby Street, Pelzer SC, 29669.  The public is invited. A media briefing containing embargoed background Read More...

Anderson County Sees Record Employment

Posted on August 20, 2021 by - News Releases

https://www.andersoncountysc.org/anderson-county-sees-record-employment/Anderson County set a new local employment record in July, according to new data released from the SC Department of Employment and Workforce. The Local Area Employment Statistics report released today showed 89,322 residents being employed in July 2021.  The previous high was 88,841 in June of 2019.  Local employment has increased by more than Read More...

Anderson County Awarded $265,170 in CDBG Funds

Posted on August 19, 2021 by - News Releases

https://www.andersoncountysc.org/anderson-county-awarded-265170-in-cdbg-funds/Anderson County has been awarded $265,170 in federal CDBG funds via the SC Commerce Department.  These funds are part of a special COVID response initiative offered by the federal government for public service initiatives.  This program was competitive in nature and not part of any entitlement or direct appropriation to the county. Funding is intended to assist Read More...