WALHALLA — Notice is hereby given that the School District of Oconee County intends to destroy special education records of all students born before 1987 who exited from any special education program. If no student, parent or guardian responds to this public notice, the school district will assume consent to destroy special education records specific to this student.

Dear Savvy Senior, Can you write a column on the shameful crime of elder abuse? I’ve worked for Adult Protective Services for many years, and it seems like this ongoing problem doesn’t get enough attention. — Concerned Citizen | Dear Concerned, I certainly can! Elder abuse is an immense and often hidden problem that all Americans need to be aware of so they can recognize it …

A $6.2 million sewer expansion project at Martins Creek may be nearly finished, but the folks paying the bills for the project, which was to have been completed last October, still have some concerns.

Winter months are when people tend to think that house fires are more prone to happen. However, statistics do not support that conclusion.

I have been married to “Clifford” for 36 years. He recently told me he is in love with his secretary and wants to be with her. Did I mention she is 23 and in the process of getting a divorce? Clifford is the last person I would have expected to do this. I know I can be difficult, but he’s not perfect, either.

Two assistant superintendents with the School District of Pickens County have been chosen as finalists to replace current Superintendent Henry Hunt, who is retiring at the end of June.

I decided I needed to start going to church, but I ended up in a church with lots of problems, and I’ve given up on religion. If Christians can’t get along with each other, why should I become one? | Answer: Let me ask you a question: If you ate at a certain restaurant and discovered the food wasn’t very good, would you never go to a restaurant again?

Sometimes people write in to commend folks, and I would like to do just that. My mother-in-law recently died after being a resident at Morningside Assisted Living for 10 years. She had a six-month battle with cancer and could not have received better care. When we arrived at Morningside at 1 a.m., the executive director was already in.

Following a conviction last month, a Walhalla resident is fighting for an appeal in circuit court.

Getting fit and losing weight are two of the most common goals people set for themselves each year. Between gym memberships, the latest diet trends and miracle-promising supplements, billions of dollars get spent each year on achieving fitness goals. But what if one of the simplest things you could do for yourself wasn’t found in a costly diet book or in an expensive pill?

The Inaugural Members Exhibit of The Artists Guild, consisting of approximately 75 works of art by 42 of the Artists Guild members, is now on display at The Arts Center on Butler Street through March 8.

A 30-year-old taxi driver has been charged with possession with intent to distribute marijuana after being pulled over and later arresteda by the Pickens County Sheriff’s Office.

Oconee County Administrator Scott Moulder completely flipped plans for a new jail in a way that would free up approximately $9 million from the $17 million jail-bond money sitting in the bank for “exciting” capital projects.

Oconee County received more than $16,000 as a result of a statewide settlement from LendingTree.

West-Oak Middle School recently announced that Dylan Miller, trumpet, Rebecca Reed, alto sax, and Tyler Smith, flute, won seats in the SCBDA District One All-Region Band. They will attend a clinic on Feb. 25 at Furman University and will perform in concert at Furman’s McAlister Auditorium at 4 p.m. From left, are: Reed, Smith and Miller.

About a dozen neighbors who enjoy their country lifestyle near each other at McClure and North Return Church roads walked out of Tuesday night’s County Council meeting a happy bunch.