[ In OCONEE ]
UPSTATE FOREVER PROTECTION OF ROSE HILL FARMS

Rose Hill Farms includes seven tributaries of Oconee Creek along with access to the 50 foot high Lee Falls in Sumter National Forest. The privately owned tract, which was approved for funding by the SC Conservation Bank Board in June of 2008, is a scenic buffer and wildlife corridor that consists of beautiful rolling hills and steep ravines descending down into hayfields and pastures.

[ In ANDERSON ]
WEEC planned

The proposed 32,000-square-foot center would be constructed on 21 acres adjoining the Anderson Joint Regional Water System property. It would feature exhibits related to the lake, have fishing piers, boat access, walking trails and an outdoor amphitheater.

[ In GEORGIA ]
Soggy September floods north Georgia

A large, slow-moving low-pressure system brought extremely humid air into Georgia mid-month. It triggered days of intense rainfall, producing what was estimated to be a 500-year flood around Atlanta, according to the U.S. Geological Survey. The highest rain totals estimated by National Weather Service radars were 15 inches to 20 inches in Douglas County and other areas east and west of downtown Atlanta.

[ In GEORGIA ]
GA ENERGY STAR Sales Tax Holiday

October 1 - October 4, 2009, Georgians will have the opportunity to purchase products with the ENERGY STAR and WaterSense labels without paying state and local sales taxes.

[ In ANDERSON ]
Downtown Anderson October Events

Music on Main - every Thursday
Greek Festival - Sat. 10/3, Sun. 10/4
Chili Cook Off - Tues. 10/27

[ In Toccoa ]
Currahee Military Weekend Oct 2-4, 2009

The Currahee Military Reunion Weekend (Oct 2-4, 2009) serves to honor the men of Camp Toccoa, show appreciation for the sacrifices they made in WWII and celebrate their commitment to America

[ In STEPHENS ]
Stephens County Disaster Assistance

Yesterday (9/24), President Obama issued a disaster declaration for Stephens and 6 other North Georgia Counties. The President's declaration allows HUD to offer foreclosure relief and other assistance to certain families living in this county.
 

[ In OCONEE ]
Heavy Rains Bring Flooding

[ In Clemson University ]
Carillon Concert Sunday, September 27

Dzuris will give an open-air concert on the carillon on Sunday, September 27, beginning at 5 p.m. “Music in the Air VII,” a free concert, will feature sacred and popular selections as well as a composition inspired by the horrific lynching of an African- American in 1916. Following the concert, the public is invited to view the carillon and learn how this unique instrument is played. Concert-goers may bring picnics, blankets, and lawn chairs. Recommended listening spots surround Tillman Hall and include Cox Union Plaza, the Military Heritage Plaza, and the Clemson Carillon Garden across from Tillman Hall.

[ In Toccoa ]
Toccoa Military Weekend 10/2-10/4

Don't miss the community-wide collaboration to honor our Camp Toccoa Veterans. Join us in celebrating and preserving our rich military history.

[ In OCONEE ]
Even after Labor Day T-60 Grill is still open.

Call 864-972-2860 for hours and reservations

[ In Lavonia ]
Lavonia Fall Festival Sat 9/26/2009

[ In GEORGIA ]
Free Day at GA State Parks Saturday, Sept. 26, 2009

Put away your wallet and pull out your fishing pole or hiking boots. Georgia State Parks & Historic Sites is offering free admission on Saturday, September 26 as part of National Public Lands Day. The statewide celebration is a way to thank park visitors and volunteers for their support of outdoor recreation and historic preservation.

[ In SOUTH CAROLINA ]
Incipient drought status declared for 22 SC counties

A return to a pattern of much below normal rainfall over the past two months led the S. C. Department of Natural Resources to issue an incipient drought declaration for 22 counties. The state agency members of the Drought Response Committee voted electronically on Wednesday Sept. 2, 2009, to upgrade to the first level of drought. The incipient drought declaration is the first level of drought followed by moderate, severe and extreme. During incipient drought, the S.C. Department of Natural Resources (DNR) activates the Drought Information Center and increases monitoring and notification of the drought status

[ In SOUTH CAROLINA ]
Wildlife-themed SC license plate

Recent legislation allows the S.C. Carolina Department of Natural Resources (DNR) to create a series of wildlife-themed license plates. Over 5,000 people responded to the survey questions to tell us what plate they liked best and if they would purchase one