Progress on Main Street Walhalla: Waterline Improvements CompletedIf you have driven through Main Street in Walhalla recently, you have likely noticed the construction, lane shifts, and utility work taking place.The good news is that the waterline breaks and replacement work along Main Street sho
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02/28/2026
Ramps in the Upstate: A True Sign of Spring in the MountainsEvery spring in the Upstate mountains, just when winter feels like it might linger a little too long, something special pushes up through the forest floor.Ramps.If you have never heard of them, ramps are wild mountain onions. Their botan
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02/28/2026
Lunch at Two Horse Distillery in Seneca, SC – With a Side of RodeoYesterday we enjoyed lunch with our friend Kathryn at Two Horse Distillery1750 Blue Ridge Boulevard, Seneca, SC 29672864 776 7776 It is always encouraging to see a new place open in our area, especially one that delivers both atmos
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02/28/2026
The Semicolon vs The Period: Why It Matters in Real Estate WritingClear communication builds confidence.Whether you are writing a listing description, an email to a client, or a contract addendum, punctuation shapes how your message is received. Today, let us simplify one common question.When do
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02/25/2026
When Punctuation Costs 18 Months and Three States of Legal Fees This situation began in early 2020, at the start of COVID, when everything was already complicated.The son passed away and left a will that stated:"I leave all my worldly goods to my mother. If …"Two weeks after her son died, the mo
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02/25/2026
A Valuable Local Resource: Clemson Extension in Oconee County One of the strengths of living in Oconee County is access to practical, research-based expertise close to home.Clemson Extension serves our community through local Extension agents who work directly with state specialists and universi
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02/22/2026
Mark Your Calendars: STEM Learning at Salem Library-- Part of the Oconee Library SystemFamilies in our area have a wonderful opportunity coming up.The Salem City Library is hosting self-directed STEM classes on Monday, March 9, at 10:00 AM. These sessions are designed for students ages 6 to 11 an
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02/22/2026
What To Look For When Buying a Lake HousePrivate Lakes vs Lake Hartwell vs Lake Keowee Buying a lake house is not the same as buying a home in town. The water changes everything. Use, access, pricing, lot size, and long term value all require careful consideration.In our corner of South Carolina,
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02/22/2026
Do We Really Need to Memorize State Capitals or Learn Algebra in the Age of AIRecently, Byron Lazine raised an interesting question on the Knowledge Broker Podcast. With artificial intelligence becoming more capable every day, do we still need to memorize state capitals? Do we need algebra? Or sh
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02/22/2026
There is something steady and comfortable about 123 Sequayah Drive in Fair Play. SC. Wide lots. Established homes. A neighborhood pool. Lake access. A setting that feels tucked away yet connected to everything you need. This three-bedroom, two-bath home sits on a generous half-acre lot with city
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02/22/2026
