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09/23/2026 · Dillon County
U.S. Military Conducts 13th Night of Strikes Against Houthi Targets in Yemen
The United States military completed its 13th night of strikes targeting Houthi military sites in Yemen. These actions follow continued Houthi attacks on commercial and naval vessels in the Red Sea and Gulf of Aden. The U.S. Central Command reported the destruction of multiple Houthi assets during the operation.
Secretary Rubio Addresses Mining Roundtable at State Department
Secretary of State Marco Rubio spoke at a White House roundtable on American mining at the State Department on August 7, 2026. The event addressed the nation's industrial strength and sovereignty in resource acquisition. Participants included representatives from government, universities, and private industry.
09/23/2026
Research Links Human Activity to Global Coral Bleaching Events
A recent study attributes almost all global coral bleaching events in the past 40 years to human-caused climate change. Researchers found this factor, rather than natural phenomena like El Niño, drove bleaching risk. The findings come from a paper led by Climate Central.
09/23/2026
Laurens County to Host Two Upcoming Ribbon Cuttings
Laurens County announces two ribbon-cutting ceremonies for new public facilities: the EMS Medic 1 Station on Sept. 18 and the Emergency Services Facility on Sept. 24.
09/17/2026
U.S. Implements Sanctions Targeting Iranian Military, Cyber Operations, and Oil Trade
The U.S. government announced new sanctions on August 24, 2026, targeting various Iranian entities. These measures address activities related to military operations, cyber intrusions, and the transport of petroleum and petrochemical products.
09/10/2026
U.S. Rescinds Syria's Terrorism Sponsor Designation
The United States formally rescinded Syria’s designation as a State Sponsor of Terrorism and delisted Hay’at Tahrir al-Sham (HTS) as a Specially Designated Global Terrorist. Secretary of State Marco Rubio authorized these actions on August 24, 2026, following a mandatory 45-day Congressional notification period.
09/10/2026
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View allElection Advisory Committee Meeting Announced for May 2nd
PUBLIC NOTICE The Pickens County Supervisor of Elections is hereby announcing a public meeting of the Election Advisory Committee. This meeting will be held on Thursday, May 2, 2024, at 6:00 PM in the County Administration Building Conference Room, located at 220 East Main Street, Jasper, GA 30143. The agenda will include a review of the 2024 election calendar, discussion of polling place accessibility, and updates on voter registration initiatives. Members of the public are invited to attend and may offer comments during the designated public comment period. For further information, please contact the Election Office at 706-253-8723.
Summer Reading Program Registration Opens May 1st for Pickens County Students
Get ready for a summer of literary adventures! The Pickens County School District is pleased to announce the upcoming launch of its highly anticipated Summer Reading Program. Designed to foster a lifelong love of reading and combat the 'summer slide,' this initiative provides engaging reading materials and activities for students of all ages. Registration for the program will open on May 1st. Keep an eye on the district website and your child's school for further information on how to participate and access reading resources.
Pickens County School Board Meeting Scheduled for April 11
The Pickens County School District Board of Education will convene for its regular monthly meeting on Thursday, April 11, 2024. The meeting is scheduled to commence at 6:00 PM and will be held in the District Office Board Room located at 104 School Road, Pickens, SC. The agenda includes a review of the current budget, updates on district-wide curriculum initiatives, and potential policy discussions. All members of the community are invited to attend.
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