2005 2004 2003 2002   January  February  March  April  May  June  July  August  September  October  November  December (5205) Week of Dec. 28, 2005 Town served in FOI delay Beaverdam Sewer project remains an issue for some Looking Back at 2005 (5105) Week of Dec. 21, 2005 Williamston residents to pay more for services Waste treatment problems add to town’s woes Municipal Center opened as Red Cross relief shelter Ice storm hits area hard Regions Bank closing Friday Four arrested in local shooting Woodmont High earns Palmetto Gold Award West Pelzer officials approve phone by poll   (5005) Week of Dec. 14, 2005 Williamston over budget by $253,000 Deficits may continue November figures show Williamston Department heads present needs West Pelzer budget changes reflect Town Hall improvements Pelzer to offer skate park facility Woodmont High School holds dedication service Wren Elementary among state’s healthy schools Five schools named state Gold/Silver award winners Board approves sale of Potato House property Wren student arrested for bringing gun to game Police investigate vandalism of Christmas Park displays Cable contractor arrested Deputies investigate area incidents Sheriff's office looking for suspects (4905) Week of Dec. 7, 2005 Piedmont, Williamston Christmas parades Saturday Williamston auditor resigns BAN extension approved; questioned by Councilmen Town working on audit recommendations Police Chief addresses audit recommendations Clardy justifies services, staff; will look at options Mayor addresses ban note, audit Town accepts offer from landowner Town appears to be recovering from financial problems Palmetto High School class beauties chosen School District One in sound financial shape Free books will be offered at parade Programs receive funding at expense of arts center Council considering 1 cent sales tax for infrastructure (4805) Week of Nov. 30, 2005 Local businesses find staying open not easy Christmas parades, holiday events usher in the season West Pelzer parade to include Pelzer Court hearings open to public Review of ledger reports cited as reason for delays Wilson speaks out on recent Preston deposition Anderson District One rated excellent on State Report Card Greenville County teachers nationally certified Crossroads Family Practice opens in Powdersville Survey shows officials not conducting business openly Piedmont park to get swings, shelter Wren sewer transfer could bring grocery store to area PERC to offer flu shots Piedmont deaths being investigated Piedmont resident charged in Conestee murder Meth lab busted Deputies investigate thefts, missing person (4705) Week of Nov. 23, 2005 Williamston plans Christmas Spectacular GWBA ornament features Dr. Smith GWBA vehicle giveaway promotion canceled Piedmont parade to honor veterans PERC to meet Whitefield to offer Thanksgiving Meal Pelzer EMS needs more space Mistrial declared in murder trial Counterfeit bills circulated locally West Pelzer plans Christmas parade Piedmont deaths being investigated (4605) Week of Nov. 16, 2005 Mustangs win State 2A cheer title Loan must be repaid judge says Everyone invited to Keep Christmas alive Henderson updates Pelzer Council on projects Pelzer leadership changes hands West Pelzer Council addresses town issues, others Convention Center incentives  receive first reading (4505) Week of Nov. 9, 2005 Williamston approves BAN extension, rezoning for Spinx property BAN note extended, property to be sold at auction Government trips benefit towns, county mayor says Sponsor a tree for Deck the Halls Pelzer voters choose Davis West Pelzer mayor asks council to work together HSAP testing shows District One among top in State Ragsdale’s Home & Garden opens in Williamston Veterans to be honored at Piedmont parade Lady Mustangs finish 5th in State CC meet (4405) Week of Nov. 2, 2005 No delinquent tax sale for property in Williamston Arts Center Warehouse readies for preview, benefit auction Zoning, developmemnt issues raised at County Council Property purchase price more than reported Pelzer voters to decide on mayor Grant awarded for new turnout gear Watch sale to benefit victims Officers investigate thefts Thieves target Jockey Lot vendors Museum to host Mistletoe Market (4305) Week of Oct. 26, 2005 Town delaying information requested under FOI Smart board technology impresses board members Powdersville projects raise more questions Katrina affects water line project Harassment case gets second look POW Knox tells story in book (4205) Week of Oct. 19, 2005 County officials announce plans for Powdersville government center Piedmont considering park improvements, fee increases Family returns to New Orleans Aspiring doctor finds out what it’s like in the trenches AA bond rating highest for county Development, zoning discussed by County Greenville County official seeking info with FOI (4105) Week of Oct. 12, 2005 Footbridge Festival celebrates mill town Bring food items to festival Super Seniors building bears for elderly Caroline Center to get shed Senior Expo set for October 20 Kidnapping, stabbing victim crawls from area woods West Pelzer approves budget Local runners pace Eagles Cross Country Ford runs for Clemson Palmetto girls run Furman CC Vehicle goes off Brown Road bridge Cyclists promote cancer awareness Deputies investigate area thefts (4005) Week of Oct. 5, 2005 Arrest made in Napa murder Town Council hears FOI requests, project updates Residents submit 21 FOI requests Council holds work session County discussions heat up over $7.35 million bond issue Wren to crown queen Wren CC teams compete in Electric City Deputies investigate drug related incidents (3905) Week of Sept. 28, 2005 Local relief team makes a difference Fire Chief describes relief effort Locals help out with hurricne relief Vet helping with hurricane relief CSX to repair Gray Drive bridge Pack awarded Order of Silver Crescent Middle School programs highlight Board meeting Powdersville land purchase raises questions Brown campaigns for Jessica’s Law Deputies investigate incidents in area Williamston officers investigate gas drive-offs (3805) Week of Sept. 21, 2005 Palmetto to crown homecoming queen Sidewalk restoration project work begins Firing raises town policy questions Displaced family receiving local help SGFD Emergency Response Team help with search and recovery Residents turn out for Strong Community forum Preston avoiding deposition in FOI case Grants to benefit Piedmont area PPSD August meeting Lions ready for Candy Day County Detention Center needs expansion AC Sheriff's report Mother sentenced to 20 years (3705) Week of Sept. 14, 2005 Big Creek Landfill - From county dump to corporate asset Strong Community forum Thursday Clemson celebrates Strong Communities Williamston reaches out to small Louisiana town Council updated on various projects Anderson District One at top on PACT scores Greenville County schools improve scores on PACT Piedmont veteran son honored by monument Parent asks help in finding missing girl Governor Sanford vists upstate Republicans Local firefighters help with hurricane rescues (3605) Week of Sept. 7, 2005 Area citizens, businesses send supplies to Mississippi Piedmont to honor decorated veteran Neighborhood Day celebrates community Footbridge Festival planning underway West Pelzer reaching out to area teens Perceived gas shortage causes lines at stations Mayor responds to news article Talya Henrickson to return to LA County Council discusses zoning, drainage problem Williamston police report Night golf at SVCC to benefit Hospice (3505) Week of Aug 31, 2005 SAT scores show improvement District sees record enrollment Meeting more than planned, councilman Scott says Spring Water Festival draws large crowd Footbridge Festival planning underway Restaurant shooting causes local concern West Pelzer voters choose Pete Davis Community forum set for Sept. 15 Deputies investigate vehicle thefts (3405) Week of Aug 24, 2005 Spring Water Festival promises fun Ross named Fork Shoals principal Greivance hearing raises questions Thieves strike homes businesses Boy Scout Hut in need of repairs West Pelzer to decide on new councilman Town officials discuss alternative sewer plan   (3305) Week of Aug. 17, 2005 Rai$ing Race raises $50,000 for Calvary Home District One Ranks Third in State on ACT Woodmont community returning to new school Davis running for open Council seat McClain seeks reelection to Council Town readies for Spring Water Festival County considers Clemson Research Center property Sexton joins agency (3205) Week of Aug. 10, 2005 Greenville County plans back to school celebrations The Rai$ing Race is coming Friday Several schools see administrative changes West Pelzer approves budget; town events being planned DeMint speaks on issues of local interest Police investigate thefts Deputies investigate burning vehicles Duke to upgrade turbines at Lee Steam plant Pelzer books open Week of August 3, 2005 Rai$ing Race finale to benefit Calvary Home for Children Council approves cemetery committee; to discuss audit McKenzie named Teacher of the Year Father charged in son’s shooting District One readies for new school year Local Police Departments conduct joint drug bust Rep. White named to Ways and Means District One receives EIA Teacher Grants Week of July 27, 2005 Town making plans Spring Water Festival Tickets now available for the Rai$ing Race finale Suspected shoplifter involved in high speed chase Fired employee waiting on grievance hearing Cherokee Rd.,US 29 bridge to be replaced Lunch, breakfast program policy announced by Districts Young children must be  immunized Landowners ask for meeting on Phase 2 Sewer project   Week of July 20, 2005 Auditors suggest areas that need addressing The Rai$ing Race features celebrities School District 1 sets registration, classes start August 4 Meeting to discuss Cherokee Rd. bridge replacement Audit shows West Pelzer financial condition strong West Pelzer awaits response from County Four arrested in set-up armed robbery incident Copyright ordinance for planning information defeated Father, son shooting baffles town, officials Week of July 13, 2005 Audit report not available to public Deficit continues for TownWilliamston audit shows Council hears report on skate park interest Council tables Cedar Grove zoning request, chides media West Pelzer Council members sworn in Monday Man sentenced for Piedmont bank robbery Sheriff’s office continues upgrades New auditor starting with clean slate Auditors suggest areas that need addressing Week of July 6, 2005 District One Board approves property leases, personnel Sewer project study request dies for lack of second The Rai$ing Race signing volunteers Budget reflects growing District 1 Vehicle purchased for code enforcement Improvements coming to Amity Road at Hwy. 29 Week of June 29, 2005 Fireworks, special events kick off July 4th weekend You can participate in the Rai$ing Race District One Board approves budget July Jubilee features free concert in Piedmont Saluda-Reedy Watershed workshop includes stop in Piedmont Piedmont street dance a success County Attorney responds to Wilson’s agenda/legal questions Sheriff’s office now charging for reports Week of June 22, 2005 Cooper elected chairman of Ways and Means Committee Salkehatchie volunteers working on local homes Free water deal topic of special meeting Winn Dixie to close local store locations Piedmont street dance festival to benefit PERC Piedmont approves budget, look at bids July Jubilee to feature free concert Williamston planning freedom celebration Towns plan joint Pre-4th Celebration Parents out on bond following meth charge Sign up now for Rai$ing Race Waffle House robbed Pro Wrestling show to benefit Crimestoppers Compromizes lead to budget approval Wilson’s agenda request on sewer problems ignored   Week of June 15, 2005 Friends join in great race; memorial for Leslie Mazzara Beaverdam Sewer Phase 2 receives streamlined permit Pelzer seeking grant for mill gym West Pelzer meeting more businesslike Pro Wrestling show to benefit Crimestoppers Officers investigate local thefts Preston, Wilson information struggle continues at meeting Deputies investigate threats, other incidents in area Concert, dinner to feature local singer Week of June 8, 2005 Council says ok to apply for enhancement grant Sidewalk project expected to begin soon King, Turner to serve on West Pelzer Council Deadline extended for Beaverdam Sewer Project corrections County budget adjustments continue on 2nd reading Death of Councilman saddens West Pelzer Vehicles damaged by thrown objects Shots fired into Pelzer home Concert, dinner to feature local singer Carolina Rebels run towards field makeover Week of June 1, 2005 Alexander Named State Cheerleading Coach of the Year West Pelzer voters to decide among six Council candidates District One School Board adopts 5 year strategic plan District One Budget proposes 3 mill increase Downtown project plan to go before Council Monday Trench Collapse Remembering Leslie Mazzara Teachers receive TIAA-CREF Awards Greenville Schools earn Red Carpet Status Week of May 25, 2005 Freedom Weekend Aloft brings balloons, concerts Memorial weekend Chief Baker to discuss 911 options with County officials Local singer takes first place in FAMEUS competition Buckle Up SC campaign begins Political newcomers running for Council West Pelzer Memorial Day Events to honor area veterans Controversies continue in Town of West Pelzer Last days of school scheduled Clarification -  Week of May 18, 2005 Rolling meth lab discovered in primary school parking lot Palmetto, Wren graduation ceremonies this Saturday Local ministry a success for Calvary Baptist volunteers“Mission Jerusalem” Health and Wellness Festival Tuesday in Mineral Spring Park West Pelzer citizens meet to discuss town issues Lozano to run for West Pelzer Council Grant to balance Piedmont budget Job Service manager to speak at PERC meeting Day Camps being offered in Piedmont Basketball camps set for Wren area Summary Judge retracts endorsement of County Budget proposal County budget recieves first reading; but not without comment Brothers arrested in year-old Gusto armed robbery Thieves hit homes, businesses (1905) Week of May 11, 2005 Baccalaureate services Sunday for graduates Freedom Weekend Aloft brings balloons, concerts Memorial weekend Sewer, other projects discussed in workshop Williamston Council updated on projects Williamston police report Local NHRA motorsports team competes close to home King running as write-in candidate West Pelzer Council meetings continue to be heated Health and Wellness Festival set for May 24Mineral Spring Park County budget discussions tabled for further review County budget discussions: to increase or decrease? Deputies investigate assaults, thefts National film crew visits (1805) Week of May 4, 2005 Miscommunication causes delay for fishing pier project County was notified of sewer permit violations documents show West Pelzer officials rescind decision on officers vehicles Wren community to offer input on sidewalk  Turner hopes to return to Council Earl Brown wants more cooperation Wrestling match results in shooting Officers recover two stolen vehicles Darby, Ford to compete in State Meet (1705) Week of Apr. 27, 2005 Watson getting second chance at NFL Piedmont Relief Center hopes to involve others District One Board approves 18 new teachers Budget includes additional teachers, classroom supplies County considering funding department budget requests Tension continues between Floyd, Wilson during retreat Hardee’s employees locked in freezer during armed robbery Intruder chased from home with hammer Hunt Meadows raises $5,000 for historic project - Woodrow Wilson’s boyhood home (1605) Week of Apr. 20, 2005 Piedmont Relief Center ready to help residents Piedmont officials approve new budget with shortfall Grove Station Masonic Lodge opens time capsule from 1972 County officials say no violations on sewer project until notified Wren graduate among members -  Clemson’s ‘Pershing Rifles’ place first in National Competition Spearman Elementary Spring Fling is Friday Palmetto Booster Club plans events Teens invited to meth discussion Police investigate incidents (1505) Week of Apr. 13, 2005 Midway Road development meets permit requirements Don’t be the victim of a spring scam Legal battle continues over access to information  West Pelzer officers not allowed to take vehicles home Piedmont Relief Center to hold open house Child safety event planned April 17 in Mineral Spring Park Deputies investigate Hardee’s robbery Area towns encourage residents to clean up Road project underway West Pelzer Fire Department receives check (1405) Week of Apr. 6, 2005 Downtown project plan ready to submit for grant Cochran relieved of duties as Clerk Clardy not in violation of state ethics laws Williamston officials looking at recreation, sewer projects Recreation checks are disbursed by Council West Pelzer election commission reorganized Deputies investigate numerous area thefts Williamston police report for March Greenville County Council approves Acadia community Sheriff’s office presents budget requests to Council Wilson continues to raise issues with County Council DeMint applauds textile safeguard initiatives DeMint announces sewer system grants Week of Mar. 30, 2005 Martin asked to resign, Baker named police chief Baker named Chief of Police Dees presents check Piedmont Commissioners set bid, budget workshop West Pelzer approves annexation, police services NASTAR racing results in top 10 ranking for area skier Foster care provider charged in infant death Thieves strike homes, vehicles Zoning board approves tower Filing raises questions on requirement deadlines Concert to benefit Children’s Hospital April 1 Columbia trip being planned   Week of Mar. 23, 2005 Mutual aid agreements help on Piedmont house fire U. S. Senator DeMint tours Anderson County West Pelzer approves annexation, police services West Pelzer officials hear water report Deputies investigate thefts from vehicles Piedmont Commissioners discuss contractor ethics Sue Cleveland school moving into new facility Bond refinance to save School District $200,000 Week of Mar. 16, 2005 Courthouse security issue causes concerns Court hears arguments in Preston libel lawsuit Freedom of Information sets policy for open government Senior Solutions computer classes introduce the basics GWBA Easter egg hunt Saturday You are invited to the Southern Ball (1005) Week of Mar. 9, 2005 Committee finalizes proposed student attendance lines  for Greenville County Schools County in minority on private hauler tipping fees Project inspection cites numerous permit violations on Beaverdam sewer project Judge sides with Wilson on public information, for now West Pelzer requests help from County Council approves use of property for soccer fields Freshman Academy concept presented to school principals Survivors Gym hosts national powerlifting event Bricks dropped from bridge onto vehicle Group CPR training breaks state record Smokehouse BBQ opens in Piedmont (0905) Week of Mar. 2, 2005 Kindergarten, first grade students ready to register Greenville County Schools anticipate upcoming moves Questions persist on sewer project permitting Anderson County Council recognizes Taxpayers Association Piedmont Relief Center seeking donations Students, faculty move into new Freshman Academy Cafe opens in corner of Augusta Place center Home damaged Two from area graduate State Fire Academy training Anderson Sheriff’s report (0805) Week of Feb. 23, 2005 West Pelzer mayor questions close County Council vote Inmate labor program continues despite earlier problems Students enjoy Victorian Day Piedmont Commissioners to apply for new sewer grant Board holds meeting in new  Freshman Academy building Board members continue to work on West Pelzer Fire Dept. finances Anderson County Sheriff’s report (0705) Week of Feb. 16, 2005 Hunting/fishing Expo in Piedmont Feb. 19 Williamston Fire Department on scene within six minutes or less West Pelzer Council discussions get heated Planned village project proposed on Saluda River County Council split over use of paving funds for West Pelzer grant match Drivers license lawsuit settled Williamston police report few incidents Anderson Sheriff’s Office report Survivors Gym opens in new location Teal photography opens new studio Learn CPR and help break a world record Teens injured Wooodmont sweethearts named (0605) Week of Feb. 9, 2005 Reserve program reinstated, new officers introduced Council approves proceeding with auction sale of property Local roller skaters in regional competitions Planning Commission tables development on Midway Road Outdoor Expo in Piedmont Feb. 19 Sheriff’s dispatch to return to 911 Center (0505) Week of Feb. 2, 2005 South Greenville Fire District lowers ISO rating from 4 to 3 Public hearings to gather input on student assignment in Greenville County County Council hears reports from sheriff, others Tuesday Party affiliation draws additional discussions Vickery charged with assault, resisting arrest Deputies investigate thefts Vandals strike Veterans Park Armed floral robber caught (0405) Week of Jan. 26, 2005 Reserve program request prompted by suspensions State Constables suspended for SLED policy violations Committee to look at student reasssignment in Greenville County Pelzer man wanted in connection with Friday chase West Pelzer Council decides against applying for new grant Board reorganizing West Pelzer Fire Department District One Board approves bond sale, school calendar Armed robber strikes Williamston business President Bush takes Oath   (0305) Week of Jan. 19, 2005 Piedmont commissioners looking at improvements Party lines draw discussion Anderson County Council Minor league baseball may be coming to Powdersville Budweiser distribution center to open later this year Paving fund in line with other councilmembers records show Officers busy during first of year Deputies investigate several theft incidents Miss Palmetto (0205) Week of Jan. 12, 2005 Middleton denied pardon West Pelzer considering $200,000 enhancement grant Stolen van recovered from Saluda River Auction to benefit Tracy Earnest Parker Williamston to reinstate reserve officer program Questions continue on Cherokee Road property West Pelzer Fire Department elects new officers - Former chief resigns Honda Specialties Auto Service & Repair opens In Powdersville Miss Palmetto pageant Saturday (0105) Week of Jan. 5, 2005 Board members extend Superintendants contract Town secures loan for outstanding debt Oath, reception preceed first meeting of council Senior Solutions now in Williamston Gracie Floyd elected County Council chair Looking back at 2004 2004 - Second half of year continues to make news . . .