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June 22, 2009 RSS feed / Local News

New regulations put limits on payday loans

Payday lenders across Cherokee County now face new regulations that put limits on the loans they make. An overwhelming majority of state legislators voted June 16 to override Gov. More...

Peach dessert contest will be held July 10

The South Carolina Peach Festival will kickoff this year's event with its peach dessert contest on July 10. Desserts must be brought to the Chamber of Commerce by 9 a.m. The contest is limited to the first 25 entries. More...

Students can be suspended under new cell phone policy

County students will be suspended for repeated violations of new rules on using cell phones, iPods and other electronic gadgets in schools. More...

Teen's talent is there for all to see in black and white

Parents like to say they know their children, but even Walter & Gala Edwards were amazed at the sight they saw after a wedding several years ago. During the service, their son Garrison got a pencil and a piece of paper and went to work. More...

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PLENTY OF WIND — A severe storm hit Cherokee County on Thursday evening, toppling trees and taking down power lines. The National Weather Service placed the county on a tornado watch. More...