All southbound lanes of Interstate 85 near mile marker 16 are blocked Friday morning following a motor vehicle collision, triggering miles of traffic backups. According to the South Carolina Department of Transportation, the incident occurred early Friday, prompting a response from South Carolina Highway Patrol troopers and local emergency personnel. As of 5:26 a.m., dispatch officials confirmed units remain on [...] The post I-85 South Traffic Blocked Following Early Morning Crash appeared firs

Following the City of Seneca’s July 31 closure of its municipal 911 center, Oconee County officials report that absorbing the city’s emergency calls has increased county dispatch volume by 50% without an agreed-upon funding contract. Oconee County Council Chairman Matthew Durham stated that while initial negotiations outlined a phased contribution from Seneca to cover additional staffing, city administration subsequently advised [...] The post Oconee County and Seneca Disagree Over 911 Dispa

The City of Clemson is launching two major infrastructure projects starting mid-September, beginning with its 2026 Annual Paving Contract to resurface Vista Drive, Vista Circle, Benson Boulevard, Curtis Circle, Raven Lane, Abel Road, and Folger Street through October. In addition, work is underway to widen the Green Crescent Trail sidepath from Frontage Road to Issaqueena Trail from 4.5 feet to [...] The post City of Clemson Scheduled Road Paving and Trail Upgrades Begin This Month appeared firs

A multi-agency emergency response was dispatched to the intersection of Issaqueena Trail and Berkeley Drive in Clemson overnight following a high-speed police pursuit that ended in a severe single-vehicle crash. According to emergency personnel, a vehicle fleeing officers from the Honea Path Police Department struck a tree and caught fire at the intersection. Firefighters, EMS, rescue crews, and specialized transport [...] The post High-Speed Pursuit Ends in Vehicle Fire and Injury in Clemson ap

De’Van Tovantey Nance, 34, of Pickens, was sentenced Wednesday to 34 years in prison and fined $475,000 after being convicted on eight charges, including trafficking fentanyl, heroin, methamphetamine, and crack cocaine, alongside weapons possession during a violent crime. The 13th Circuit Solicitor’s Office presented evidence showing the arrest originated when Spartanburg County deputies conducted a house arrest compliance check and [...] The post Pickens Man Sentenced to 34 Years for Multi-

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From SDOC: Due to forecasted high heat index conditions on Friday, September 4th, the School District of Oconee County and Pendleton High School are delaying kickoff times for tonight’s varsity football games by 30 minutes to safeguard the health and well-being of student-athletes, staff, and spectators. All games—including those hosted at Seneca High School and West-Oak High School, as well [...] The post Friday, September 4th Football Kick-Off Time Changes appeared first on 94.1 - The Lake

Fire is being fought today at the main Oconee Schneider Electric Plant on the Sandifer Boulevard.  The fire was described by one public safety responder as fire in the furnace at the back of the building  Oconee County Fire Chief Chris Smith spoke with GACA News Radio’s Dick Mangrum thus afternoon: On the opposite end of 123, between Seneca and [...] The post Two Friday Fires in Oconee County appeared first on 94.1 - The Lake / WSNW.

The Walhalla Water Department is currently repairing a water line that was damaged by an outside party, causing low water pressure and temporary service outages for customers along Pickens Highway, Country Junction Road, Oconee Creek Road, Lecroy Road, Wade Taylor Road, and immediate surrounding areas. Repair crews are on-site working to safely restore full service as quickly as possible, and [...] The post Water Service Disruption Notice: Walhalla Water Line Repairs Underway appeared first on 9

Catch the Sports Update with Tony Medlin weekdays at 8:20am, 12:20pm & 5:20pm on 94.1 The Lake! The post Thursday, September 03, 2026, Sports Update with Tony Medlin appeared first on 94.1 - The Lake / WSNW.