The Anderson Observer

The Anderson Observer News, from people you trust Anderson County's only locally owned daily newspaper.

We are also the only news outlet covering Anderson City and County government as well as news from across the other towns and cities in the county.

Looking for a way to serve the community and get paid?
08/11/2025

Looking for a way to serve the community and get paid?

The Anderson County Board of Voter Registration and Elections is celebrating National Poll Worker Recruitment Day tomorrow, from 10 a.m.-3 p.m., at 301 N Main Street where citizens can sign up to serve as poll worker and be entered into a special prize drawing. Winners will be announced at the end o

In case you missed it. I will write more on the potential use of impact fees soon, but this one is a reminder that the g...
08/11/2025

In case you missed it. I will write more on the potential use of impact fees soon, but this one is a reminder that the game afoot is not of the county's making.

In a state where manufacturing remains a cornerstone of the economy, the FILOT program is not merely a tax loophole; it is a strategic necessity. With over 2,000 active agreements statewide and a gross investment of $85 billion, the program demonstrates its effectiveness. For counties like Anderson,

Also from earlier this week, all schools in Anderson County offer free lunch/breakfast, except for seven in School Dist....
08/07/2025

Also from earlier this week, all schools in Anderson County offer free lunch/breakfast, except for seven in School Dist. 1, which do not qualify and that district, with the lowest budget to serve students, cannot make up the difference.

Moving into the new school year, four of Anderson County’s five school districts will offer free breakfast and lunch for all students. Districts 2, 3, 4 and 5 offer the free meals to all, while Dist. 1 will offer the service at seven of their 14 schools. The remainder of that district’s schools ...

In case you missed it from earlier this week.
08/07/2025

In case you missed it from earlier this week.

Rather than viewing A.I. as a threat to traditional learning, local superintendents and school leadership are positioning it as a resource to enhance efficiency, personalize instruction, and prepare students for the demands of the modern workforce. The approach, while unified in its forward-looking

Council tells some members of legislative delegation to provide road funding if they oppose referendum.
08/06/2025

Council tells some members of legislative delegation to provide road funding if they oppose referendum.

Anderson County Council on Tuesday gave final approval to a proposal to allow voters the option of funding road/bridge repairs via a one-percent tax through a referendum on Nov. 4. The county currently has a backlog of more than $350 million in transportation projects related to road and bridge rep

$53 per hour wages.
08/06/2025

$53 per hour wages.

Anderson County Council on Tuesday approved investment tax incentives for a new business which is projected to bring a $51 million investment and 54 jobs. The company, code named “Project Pine,” is a plasma gasification concern, and the jobs will pay $53 per hour.

All five school districts in Anderson County working to integrate A.I. into schools.
08/04/2025

All five school districts in Anderson County working to integrate A.I. into schools.

Rather than viewing A.I. as a threat to traditional learning, local superintendents and school leadership are positioning it as a resource to enhance efficiency, personalize instruction, and prepare students for the demands of the modern workforce. The approach, while unified in its forward-looking

AIT ready for record enrollment.
08/04/2025

AIT ready for record enrollment.

With more than 1,200 students expected to pass through its doors over the course of the year, the institute, which serves Anderson School Districts 3, 4, and 5, is focused on its mission to "ensure students become college and or career ready and become participants in this global society."

Know the facts on this proposal. A lot of intentional (and misinformed) folks spreading propaganda on this issue.
08/03/2025

Know the facts on this proposal. A lot of intentional (and misinformed) folks spreading propaganda on this issue.

Anderson County Council on Tuesday will vote on the third and final reading of the proposal to allow voters to decide on a referendum to allow a one-cent Capital Sales Tax for road and bridges maintenance and repair. If approved the measure would be placed on the Nov. 4 ballot countywide. The meet

Those who have been constant readers know that twice a year - once in summer and once in December - post information on ...
08/02/2025

Those who have been constant readers know that twice a year - once in summer and once in December - post information on how readers and advertisers can support the Anderson Observer.

In an era when local news organizations are increasingly scarce, and the pursuit of a sustainable business model has often led to the implementation of paywalls, a notable exception persists in Anderson, South Carolina. For nearly 20 years, “The Anderson Observer,” a news outlet distinguished by its motto, "news from people you trust," has functioned as both a chronicler of local affairs and an advocate for the community it serves.
The publication, which was launched with a mission to cover Anderson County and support the individuals and organizations working toward its betterment, remains the sole news entity dedicated to the daily workings of the county and city governments. This commitment to acting as a civic watchdog, as well as an advocate, has been a defining characteristic of its tenure.

The continued operation and expansion of the “Observer’s” coverage and influence are attributed to the support of its advertisers and a dedicated readership. We remain deeply grateful for our loyal advertisers who help make the work possible.

In a stance that runs counter to prevailing industry trends, the publication has maintained a firm policy of providing its news content free of charge. "We have never charged for the news, and never will," is our promise.

A significant portion of its ability to expand into new coverage areas is credited to its patrons on the crowdfunding platform Patreon. These donations are more than a source of financial support; they serve as a tangible and generous expression of appreciation for the work of local journalism, offering a powerful encouragement to the paper's staff.

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Want to serve your community in local government? Now's the time.
08/02/2025

Want to serve your community in local government? Now's the time.

The official filing period for a number of local offices in Anderson County's November 4 municipal elections commenced today, with candidates having until noon on August 15 to submit their paperwork. The filing process requires prospective candidates to submit their documents and fees directly to t

TCTC President looks ahead in this interview with the Anderson Observer.
08/01/2025

TCTC President looks ahead in this interview with the Anderson Observer.

“We’re proud to say that we continue to be the only two-year college in the state of South Carolina that meets and exceeds all state performance metrics,” said DeHay. “We just got our most recent national benchmark study back, and we're in the 98th percentile in transfer student success, and...

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