Anderson Independent Mail

2 days ago | independentmail.com | Travis Rose

Rep. Sheri Biggs held a telephone town hall meeting to address constituent concerns on various issues. Biggs discussed topics including border security, the economy under President Trump, and veterans' care. She also addressed concerns about Elon Musk's influence on economic policy and the impact of tariffs. Biggs announced her upcoming FIGHTER Act, aiming to improve veterans' quality of life through tax exemptions.

3 days ago | independentmail.com | Travis Rose

The Soiree festival returns to downtown Anderson, SC, April 25-26, featuring live music, arts, food, and a Kid's Kingdom. Headliners Clay Walker and The Swingin' Medallions will perform free concerts on Friday and Saturday evenings, respectively. Multiple stages throughout downtown will host various local and regional acts throughout the festival weekend. Free parking is available at several locations, and Main Street will be closed to through traffic during the event.

6 days ago | independentmail.com | Travis Rose

Starting May 5, 2025, Clemson will implement metered on-street parking downtown Monday through Friday, 8 a.m. to 5 p.m.The two-hour parking limit will remain, with longer-term parking available in city garages. Affected areas include on-street parking from Edgewood Avenue to Highway 93, primarily along College Avenue and adjacent side streets. Payment can be made via the ParkMobile app or at kiosks, with the first half-hour free and a $0.50 fee for each subsequent half-hour.

1 week ago | independentmail.com | Travis Rose

Pendleton Elementary's "Walk or Roll to School" event will close several streets on April 17 from 7:00 a.m. to 7:45 a.m.The Pendleton Recreation Association's 5k on April 19 from 8:00 a.m. to 10:00 a.m. will cause additional road closures. Residents and visitors are advised to plan alternate routes and allow extra travel time during both events. The 5k route starts near Pendleton High School, goes down Lebanon Road, through Veterans Park, and returns along Long Road and SR 29.

1 week ago | independentmail.com | Travis Rose

Anderson, SC is replacing the cast iron waterline along Main Street from Tribble Street to Reed Street. The project began mid-March and is expected to be completed within 210 calendar days, pausing for the Soriee festival in April. The northbound lanes of Main Street from Sharpe to Earle Street are closed to through traffic, with a detour available on East Earle Street. The waterline replacement project will prepare the area for a complete repaving of this section of Main Street in 2025.