The six months have brought significant movement in new housing in the city and surrounding area, new businesses downtown, successful events and recreation programs and $9.5 million in sewer infrastructure funding. Dorn, who is running unopposed for mayor again in November talked about progress in Belton in this interview with the Anderson Observer.
Read MoreCleanup and the development of the old Pendleton Oil Mill is under way, with the property scheduled to be cleanup by summer of 2024. The Cheney Mill planned community is finishing environmental studies and construction should begin soon. The revitalization of the west side of downtown along West Queen street, with extended sidewalks and new lighting is under way. New parking for downtown will also soon be in place.
Read MoreIva is working to manage the growth that adds to progress already in place in the town. A new library downtown is in the works along with a new gym, new businesses are opening on the town square and parks are recreation programs are continuing to expand.
Read MoreNew housing construction, and the demand for new housing continues a steady upward trend, as the town adds improvements to Mineral Springs Park and other area recreational areas while preparing for fall and holiday activities.
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The Town of Honea Path has added new businesses, new housing and expanded recreational activities in recent months, and is now looking to the future.
A series of grants are expected to bring major improvements to the town in the not-to-distant future. Mayor Christopher Burton discusses the progress in Honea Path in this interview with the Anderson Observer,.
Read MoreA new water system, improved lighting, road work, park improvements and new business licenses highlight Pelzer Mayor Will Ragland’s recent town update with the Anderson Observer.
Read MoreAll stops lead to the Belton Area Museum beginning Sept. 10 from 3-5 p.m. for the latest exhibit: “On the Road: The History of Transportation.” Admission is free, and the public is invited.
Read MoreRetail and housing spaces are full, the events calendar for the town is booked through Christmas and the state just recognized West Pelzer for their work in creating a community and sustaining development.
Read MoreNew businesses, nearly 1,000 new planned or under construction housing units are part of strategic planning by the city to meet the needs brought on by breakneck growth.
Read MoreFor more than 50 years, athletes in Anderson County have participated in a variety of sports through the work of Special Olympics, their programs and volunteers.
Read More“Serving as the Mayor of West Pelzer is my greatest accomplishment,” said Sanders. “Being able to be at the forefront of a once desolate town to a vibrant rural community takes a lot of energy, commitment, and enthusiasm. A Mayor’s job is to be the chief storyteller and chief urban designer and I know that I have left West Pelzer better than I found it.”
Read MoreHeading into the new school year, the school has big expansion plans, especially for the Anderson campus. TCTC President Galen DeHay said plans are in the works to move and expand the automotive program to Anderson, adding diesel, heavy diesel, electric vehicle repair. The future also hopes to add a program in partnership with Bosch for working with hydrogen fuel cells.
Read MoreWest Pelzer was recently awarded the Municipal Association of South Carolina Achievement Award for superior and innovative efforts in local government.
Read MoreTiffany Estes, who comes to the new post from Anderson School District 1, where she spent the past seven years a director of planning and development and student services, said the mission and continued growth of AIT were part of what attracted her to the challenge of the new position.
Read MoreBurns talks about new guidelines for RV parks in the county, growth at Green Pond Landing and Events Center, updates on parks, concerts and events at the civic center (including Celebrate Anderson), economic development and more in this interview with the Anderson Observer.
Read MoreAnderson County School Dist. 2 Superintendent is excited about the growth in his district. Improved test scores, integrated teaching plans and assessments and a culture that fosters community make the district special, Johns said.
Read MoreBinnicker said the district is working to meet the academic and facilities challenges of a student population that is growing by almost 400 each school year.
Read MoreWith more than 2,000 students and 22 programs of study, ACTC is looking to continue to expand and add facilities for the future. Director Hollie Harrell has led the school for more than two decades. She offers updates on the future, including the upcoming school year, in this interview with the Anderson Observer.
Read MoreThe district has five schools: Flat Rock Elementary, Iva Elementary, Star Elementary, Starr-Iva Middle and Crescent High. The district also joins school districts 4 and 5 as part of the Anderson Institute of Technology. Parental involvement has grown to the level it is creating parking challenges at school events.
Read MoreBrenda Kelley has also been a teacher, assistant principal, principal, executive director of early childhood and elementary instruction, and Deputy Superintendent/Assistant Superintendent for Instructional Services in the district.
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