The Journal, Seneca, SC

Human trafficking, emergency medical supply updates and a story about one woman's fight against Parkinson's disease ... all in tomorrow's edition of The Journal. 🧢Thank you to Casual Carolina in downtown Seneca for sponsoring this video! Be sure to drop by this weekend.

🔸Clemson Sertoma serves children in summer food initiative 🔸Man arrested on burglary, weapon charges 🔸SCDOT receives federal grant for bridge replacements 👇Links to stories in comments

South Carolina recorded a second consecutive year of declining drug overdose deaths in 2024, according to a newly released report from the South Carolina Department of Public Health. upstatetoday.com/news/dph-repor…

Across from his desk, Tim Conrad has Upstate Warrior Solution’s mission statement hung for all eyes to see. The mission — to connect, lead and inspire warriors and veterans — shows in the work the organization does across the Upstate. upstatetoday.com/news/local-org…

West Union property owners might soon see an increase in their town property taxes after town leaders initially approved a millage increase, while opting to delay any changes to sewer rates. ⬇️Link to story in comments

After questions arose about special election proceedings following the death of U.S. Sen. Lindsey Graham, state election officials have announced they’ve completed a review of election law for the Aug. 11 special Republican primary. 👇🏽Details in comments

🔹Visit Oconee SC announces new leadership 🔹Westminster man arrested on domestic violence charges ⬇Links to full stories in comments

After months of conversations with residents and surrounding entities, Central Town Council voted Monday to approve an overlay that would help set up a tax-increment funding district in a critical part of the developing town. upstatetoday.com/news/central-p…

A police K-9’s badge may come off at retirement, but the bond between handler, department and community never fades. upstatetoday.com/news/seneca-po…

Results from School District of Oconee County exit surveys show departing employees think the district is a good place to work, but leadership said it is continuing efforts to recruit, retain and improve the day-to-day experience for all employees. 👇Details in comments

West Union Town Council is taking a closer look at a newly authorized municipal penny sales tax that supporters say could generate funding for infrastructure improvements while providing property tax relief. ⬇️Link to story in comments 💰Would you support a penny sales tax?