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on our calendar, email it to The Journal at editor@thejournalonline.com
or fax it to 864-847-7361. There is no charge for this community service.
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South Carolina Rep. Daniel T. Cooper will
recive an honorary Doctor of Humane Letters degree during
commencement exercises the Friday, May 9 in Littlejohn Coliseum at
Clemson University. The first ceremony begins at 9:30 a.m. and will
feature the presentation of the honorary degree to Cooper.
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The regular monthly meeting of West Pelzer
Town Council will be held Monday May 12 at 6 p.m. at the West Pelzer
Fire Department according to town officials.
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The AnMed Medical Outreach Van will offer
free blood pressure, blood sugar and total cholesterol screenings at
the Pelzer Community building on Wednesday, May 14 from 10 a.m. to 12
p.m. A Lipid Profile including the breakdown of cholesterol into HDL,
LDL and Triglycerides is offered for a cost of $10. For accurate
results, participants should not eat or drink anything other than
water for at least 8 hours prior to being screened. Medications
should continue as prescribed. For more information, please call the
AnMed Health Community Outreach Specialist at (864) 512-3782.
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An old abandoned inn, suspicious repairmen,
hidden treasure, questionable guests and murder? All of this and more
will be a part of the Palmetto Players’ production of . . . Of
Moss and Men, this Thursday, May 8th and Friday, May 9th
at 7 p.m. at the PHS auditorium. General admission is $5 for adults
and $3 for children. Discounted tickets can be pre-purchased by
contacting Melissa Dymond during school hours at 847-7311.
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This Saturday, May 10, CSRA letter carriers
are asking postal customers to help Stamp Out Hunger! across America
as part of the nation’s largest single-day food drive. To
participate, simply leave a sturdy bag containing non-perishable
foods such as canned soup, canned vegetables, pasta, rice or cereal
next to your mailbox prior to the time of regular mail delivery on
Saturday. Food items should be in non-breakable containers, such as
boxes and cans. Local letter carriers will then collect the donations
and deliver them to community food banks, pantries and shelters.
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The Greenville Concert Band and Woodmont
High School Band will perform at Woodmont High School Auditorium on
May 9 at 8 p.m. The bands will perform “arts for a Lifetime
XI.” Conductors will be Dr. Darryl Jachens, Donna Cotter and Bob
Cotter. Guest conductor and clarinetist will be Bruce Dinkins. Guest
musicians are Dr. Annie Bosler and Robert G. Cotter, French Horn.
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The price for a one ounce First-Class stamp
will increase May 12 from 41 to 42 cents. The USPS will also increase
prices for other mailing service including standard mail, periodicals
(newspapers), package services and special services such as certified
mail. A new law allows prices for mailing services to be adjusted
each year in May.
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The Anderson County Taxpayers Association
will host a debate between the candidates for 10th circuit solicitor.
Chrissy Adams and Sarah Drawdy will be debating issues pertaining to
solicitor’s race at the Anderson County Public Library at 7pm on
May 8. The debate is open to the public. There will be a reception
with the candidates following the debate, according to James
Rubinstein, Vice President of ACTA.
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The Palmetto High School Band will have
their forth annual golf tournament on May 10. at 1:30 p.m. at Saluda
Valley Country Club. Any players interested in playing are asked to
contact Danny Owens at 483-1890 or any band booster for a entry form.
Cost is $50 per person. Deadline to enter the four man captain choice
format event is May 6. Free barbeque will be served after the
tournament to all players, organizers said.
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The Greenville Concert Band and Woodmont
High School Band will perform at Woodmont High School Auditorium on
May 9 at 8 p.m. The bands will perform “arts for a Lifetime
XI.” Conductors will be Dr. Darryl Jachens, Donna Cotter and Bob
Cotter. Guest conductor and clarinetist will be Bruce Dinkins. Guest
musicians are Dr. Annie Bosler and Robert G. Cotter, French Horn.
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The Pelzer Town Council meets on the second
Friday of each month at 12 noon at the Pelzer Town Hall on 103
Courtney Street in Pelzer.
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The SC Fibromyalgia Support Group meets on
the 3rd floor of the Bernadine Center at St. Francis Hospital on the
third Thursday of each month from 6-8 p.m. Call 864/243-0481 or
E-mail fibro@charter.net for more information.
Anderson-Oconee Behavioral Services is
sponsoring services which include but are not limited to intensive
outpatient services, group counseling, community based outreach
services, parenting classes, smoking cessation classes, enrollment
/assessment for ADSAP relicensing (for DUI offenders). No one
is denied services due to inability to pay. For more info contact
April at 260-4168 or 882-7563 and ask for community outreach.
The Alzheimer’s Association, Upstate
S.C. Chapter has funding to assist full time caregivers by providing
respite care. Respite (a break from caregiving) through sitters from
a home care agency, adult day care, or short-term facility care is
available. For more information call 1-800-273-2555.
The American Cancer Society’s Best
Chance Network provides FREE pap tests, breast exams, and mammograms
for women who are ages 47-64, meet income guidelines, have no
insurance or have insurance that only pays for hospital care. The
income guidelines are: for 1 person earning $18, 620 or less, for 2
people $24,980, for each additional person add $6,360. To check if
you qualify, call Jean Putnam at 338-8812.
Home with a Heart Thrift Store is open
Thursday-Saturday from 9 a.m. until 4 p.m. The store is located at
220 James Mattison Rd. in Liberty. They will pick up any unwanted
items for the thrift store. For more information call 843-3058 or www.homewithaheart.com.
Blue Star Mothers meet the third Sunday each
month at 2:30 p.m. at the VFW Post #9273 Donaldson Center, 112
Sterling Grove Rd. (off Hwy 25) in Piedmont. For more information
call 250-1900 or email bluestarmom.jane@gmail.com. This organization
provides support for active military personnel and assistance for
service members families.
Volunteers are needed for the Carolina
Community Hospice thrift store. Applications are now being taken,
select your own hours. If interested contact Charlene at 847-6414 or
apply in person at 402 E. Main St. in Williamston. Store hours are
Monday-Wednesday 9 a.m. until 5 p.m.; Thursday-Friday, 9 a.m. until
4:30 p.m.; Saturday closed until further notice.
American Legion Post #121 is now taking
applications for the Patriot Club. Anyone can join upon approval by
the board. Officers meet on the 2nd Saturday of each month. Post
meeting is the 3rd Tuesday of each month. Every member is welcome at
the Post meeting.
Play and Learn “Reach and Teach”
program first and third Tuesday from 6-8 p.m. Lunch on the 2nd and
4th Wed. from 11 a.m. - 1 p.m. Learning fun activities for parents
(or caregiver) and children. Includes reading and free book to
children and a meal. Shady Grove Baptist Church and the Family
Caregiver Support Program in Southern Greenville county for
caregivers offering support and care for a relative or close friend.
Different speakers each month. Meetings 4th Thursday of each month at
10:30 a.m. at Shady Grove Church, 140 Shady Grove Road, Pelzer. Call
243-2522 for info.
Williamston Lions Club meets 2nd Tuesday of
each month at 7 p.m. at MVPizza.
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The Town of Williamston residential garbage
collection schedule is as follows: Ward 1, Mondays; Ward 2, Tuesdays;
Ward 3, Wednesdays and Ward 4, Thursdays. Residents are asked to
place garbage for pickup by 7 a.m. The town has also eliminated
curbside recycling and an alternative plan is being considered. For
additional information call David Roberts at 847-7473.
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The West Pelzer Fire
Department Board of Directors will hold their regular monthly meeting
on the fourth Tuesday of each month. The meeting is open to the
public and members of the community are invited to attend. Requests
to be placed on the agenda must be received by 3 pm on the Thursday
preceding the Tuesday Board meeting, officials said.
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The Williamston Police Department has an
illegal activity hotline in which citizens can anonymously report
illegal activity in or around the Williamston Community. The number
is 1-866-973-8477 or 1-866-WPD-TIPS. The number is toll free.
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Williamston EMS is offering reflective
address signs designed to help emergency responders find a particular
address quicker during an emergency. The signs have reflective
material on both sides and can be mounted so that both sides can be
seen. They can be mounted on a house, mailbox or post and provide
high visibility day or night. They are easy to install and have
pre-drilled holes according to Marty Evans, business manager for
Williamston EMS. For more information or to purchase a sign, call
Williamston EMS at 847-9584 or go by the office at 902 Anderson Dr.
in Williamston.
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Williamston Town Council meets on the first Monday
of each month at 6 p.m. Council is also meeting every other week
until June for work sessions. Time and dates for work session meeting
times are announced at each regular meeting and are subject to change.
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Piedmont Public Service District Board of
Commissioners meets on the third Monday of each month at 7 p.m. at
the Piedmont Fire Department headquarters, Hwy. 86, in Piedmont. The
public is invited to attend.
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West Pelzer Town Council meets on the second
Monday of each month at 6 p.m. The meeting is open to the public.
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