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Anderson, South Carolina Patch AM: a 5 min read

What's up Anderson! Let's start this morning right by getting caught up on what's going on around town. Keep reading to stay in the loop. ☕️️

In today's newsletter:

  • Thinking about running for office in Anderson County this year?
  • What Anderson County Council just changed about planning and big new investments
  • Why a stolen helmet is reopening wounds for Anderson firefighters

Also on today's calendar: Anderson Block Party at Carolina Wren Park! and 3 more events.

And lastly, we have a post from a neighbor, Tony G.!

Today's riddle: Why did the cookie go to the Doctor ? 🤔 (Answer below!)

Weather forecast:

  • Thursday: A p.m. t-storm in spots, with a high of 86 and low of 71 degrees. 🌶 Hot!
  • Friday: A p.m. t-storm in spots, temps: high: 86, low: 70.
  • Saturday: A stray afternoon t-storm, with a high of 89 and low of 71 degrees.

📰 News we're reading

1. Signup for local offices underway (thejournalonline.com) — If you’ve ever thought about serving Anderson County, now’s your chance: nonpartisan filing is open through August 17 for the county Board of Education, school trustees across all five districts, Homeland Park Water District, Piedmont Public Service District, watershed commissioners, and two Williamston Town Council seats. There are no filing fees for county-level offices, but town council candidates pay $50.
   

2. Council Reduces Size of Planning Commission, Oks New FILOT Agreement (andersonobserver.com) — Anderson County Council has approved tax credits and a new fee-in-lieu agreement for a major industrial project expected to bring more than 200 jobs and over $215 million in investment. Council also shrank the Planning Commission from nine to seven members and recognized a local teen pageant winner, emergency management staff, and United Way’s 80th anniversary for their contributions to Anderson County.
   

3. ‘Painful': Helmet stolen from fallen Anderson firefighter's roadside memorial (foxcarolina.com) — A cherished helmet from a roadside memorial for fallen Anderson firefighter Daniel Bagwell has been stolen, deeply upsetting his Anderson Fire Department crew and family. Colleagues describe Bagwell’s impact on the department and urge anyone who knows where the personalized helmet is to come forward so his memorial can be fully restored for his young daughter and the community.
   

4. HSRZ Preview 2026: Westside Rams (wspa.com) — Westside High’s Rams in Anderson are gearing up for the 2026 football season, returning standout sophomore quarterback Bear Woods and a deep group of playmakers on both sides of the ball. With key receivers, a UVA-bound transfer, and experienced linebackers, expectations are high as they head toward their August 21 opener.
   

📸 Around Anderson

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📸 A fawn in search of some early morning food. It never gets old seeing any deer in their natural habitat!! —Tony G. Like

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💬 Chatter

What your neighbors are talking about on social media

  • Shout out to Eric with Quality Carpentry and Buildings.
    Thanks for getting my Storm Door repaired so I could get my Condo on the market. It works like brand new. Quality work at a fair price. Will… (Nextdoor Centerville)
  • This little kitty just appeared this week at our house - appears to be around 12 weeks old.
    Extremely friendly and very loving. Please message me if you would like to have this little one. (Nextdoor Lake Hartwell Providence)
  • EmployBridge posted a job opening for Onsite Manager SECOND SHIFT Tues - Sat 1pm -11pm Leave Sat at 6pm in Anderson. Apply here.
  • Justrite Safety Group posted a job opening for Inventory Assistant in Anderson. Apply here. You can search for other jobs near Anderson here.

Ok Anderson! So now you're in the loop about what's happening today. Thanks for reading, and see you in your inbox next time! Oh -- and if you like what you're reading, invite a friend to Patch AM!

-- The Patch AM Team

P.S. The answer to today's riddle: Because he felt CRUMMY ! (Thank you Michelle S. for sending it in!)
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