Cherokee County, SC

08/31/2026

This week, we’re proud to spotlight Anna Phillips, Victim Advocate with the 7th Circuit Solicitor’s Office!

For the past 4 years, Anna has served Cherokee County by helping victims of major crimes navigate some of the most difficult seasons of their lives. She says one of the things she enjoys most about her job is being able to bring victims comfort and support throughout the court process. ❤️

Anna also appreciates the teamwork found throughout Cherokee County. She shared that our County is made up of knowledgeable, hardworking employees who are always willing to lend a helping hand and encourages new employees to build connections across departments because you never know when someone may become a valuable resource.

Outside of work, Anna enjoys spending time with her husband, Alan, family and friends, playing golf, shopping, traveling, and spending Saturdays in Columbia cheering on the Gamecocks! 🏈🐔 She graduated from the University of South Carolina with a bachelor’s degree in criminology and criminal justice and has been attending Gamecock football games since she was just 3 years old!

When asked what she is most proud of, Anna chose her family, sharing how thankful she is for the way they support, encourage, and push her to always give her best. ❤️

Thank you, Anna, for your dedication to the citizens of Cherokee County and for the compassion you show those you serve. We’re proud to have you on our team!

👏 Help us show Anna some appreciation!

08/28/2026

08/27/2026

🐾 Employee Spotlight: Lydia Davis

It may only be her first week at the Cherokee County Animal Shelter & Rescue, but Lydia Davis clearly didn’t get the memo about easing into a new job. 😅

Meet Lydia Davis, our new Kennel Technician Supervisor…and yes, those dirty scrubs are evidence that she is already right in the middle of the action!

Lydia comes to Cherokee County with six years of experience in animal rescue, and for her, working with animals isn’t just a job, it’s a dream. ❤️

As Kennel Technician Supervisor, Lydia will help lead the day-to-day work that keeps our animals safe, healthy, comfortable and cared for. And if her first week is any indication, she’s not planning to supervise from the sidelines. She’s willing to get in, get dirty, clean kennels and do the work right alongside her team. That kind of hands-on leadership matters in a shelter where every day brings something different.

When she isn’t caring for animals, Lydia enjoys spending time with family and friends and being outdoors.

We’re excited to welcome Lydia to the Cherokee County team and can’t wait to see the impact she makes at our Animal Shelter & Rescue.

08/21/2026

Cherokee County is seeking a Solid Waste Collections Manager to lead one of our community’s most visible and essential public services.

This isn’t simply a position about managing trucks and routes. We’re looking for someone who can lead people, strengthen operations, solve problems, and help build a solid waste collection system positioned for long-term success.

The right candidate will work closely with our Public Works team and County Administration to oversee daily collection operations, support and develop employees, improve efficiency and accountability, and ensure our residents receive dependable service.

If you’re a leader who takes initiative, isn’t afraid to tackle challenges, and wants the opportunity to make a measurable impact in the community you serve, we want to hear from you.

Ready to take the initiative and drive the future?

➡️ Apply through Cherokee County Human Resources:

https://cherokeecountysc.gov/human-resources/

📄 View the full Solid Waste Collections Manager job description:

https://cherokeecountysc.gov/wp-content/uploads/2026/08/Solid-Waste-Collections-Manager-Job-Description.pdf

08/21/2026

🗳️ TODAY IS THE LAST DAY TO VOTE EARLY!

Today, Friday, August 21, is the final day of early voting ahead of Tuesday’s Special Republican Primary Runoff Election.

Early voting is available until 5:00 PM today at the Cherokee County Administration Building, 110 Railroad Avenue in Gaffney.

While we want to make sure everyone eligible to participate knows about today’s deadline, we also want to take the opportunity to recognize some of the people working behind the scenes to make elections happen in Cherokee County.

Elections are another important public service provided through Cherokee County Government.

And it is a much bigger responsibility than just Election Day.

Our Cherokee County Elections staff, alongside dedicated poll workers, work throughout the year to facilitate elections conducted here in our county — whether they are municipal, county, state, federal or special elections for various entities.

Big election or small election, the responsibility remains the same: ensuring Cherokee County voters have access to an election process that is secure, accessible and professionally administered.

That means preparing voting equipment, maintaining voter records, coordinating polling locations, training poll workers, administering absentee and early voting, conducting Election Day operations and completing the work that continues after the polls close.

Many residents may never see everything that happens behind the scenes — and that’s often the mark of a job done well.

So, as another election approaches the finish line, we want to say THANK YOU to our Cherokee County Elections staff and the poll workers who continue to step up and serve our community. 🇺🇸

No matter the size or type of election, they continue to put in the work necessary to make sure Cherokee County is ready.

📍 LAST DAY OF EARLY VOTING — TODAY, AUGUST 21
⏰ 8:30 AM – 5:00 PM
🏛️ Cherokee County Administration Building
📍 110 Railroad Avenue, Gaffney

🗓️ Election Day: Tuesday, August 25

08/21/2026

❤️ THIS is Cherokee County.

In just two days, our community raised more than $900 to cover the surgery Magic desperately needed.

And we have the best update: Magic had his surgery, was brought back to the shelter last night to begin his recovery, and he is doing well! 🐾❤️

Magic came through the doors of the Cherokee County Animal Shelter & Rescue injured and needing care beyond what a normal shelter budget can absorb. His story could have ended very differently.

Instead, our shelter asked for help — and Cherokee County answered.

For a rural animal shelter, having the resources to say “yes, we can help” when an animal arrives with a serious injury isn’t something that can be taken for granted. Emergency surgeries and extensive veterinary care can quickly cost hundreds or thousands of dollars, and those expenses are often impossible for a shelter to absorb alone.

But something special has been built here.

Our Animal Shelter & Rescue staff work incredibly hard to give the animals that come through their doors every possible chance. And standing behind them is a community that continues to show up — donating $5, $10, $20 or whatever they can, sharing posts, adopting, and supporting the mission.

Magic is proof of what happens when those two things come together.

More than $900.
Two days.
One surgery completed.
One little life given a chance. ❤️

And Magic isn’t the first animal our community has rallied around. Because of the support behind our Rescue Division, we are able to go beyond simply sheltering animals and, whenever possible, get them the medical care they need to heal and move on to the lives they deserve.

We know we ask a lot of this community. And time and time again, you show up.

To every person who donated, shared Magic’s story or simply helped get the word out — thank you. Because of you, Magic is back with us, recovering, and getting another chance.

This is what community looks like. And this is what makes Cherokee County special. 🐾❤️

Now heal up, Magic. You’ve got an entire county rooting for you.

08/20/2026

🚑 Employee of the Week | Cherokee County EMS

We’re excited to begin highlighting employees from one of the newest additions to the Cherokee County team — Cherokee County EMS! Since officially beginning operations, this team has hit the ground running, providing excellent emergency medical care to our residents from day one. Behind that service are dedicated professionals who have stepped up, worked together, and embraced what it means to serve Cherokee County.

This week, we’re proud to recognize Eve Roque, an EMT on Blue Shift currently assigned to Medic 4.

Eve brings a strong work ethic and a steady, positive presence to CCEMS. She is known for never complaining, stepping in wherever she is needed, and even picking up overtime to help make sure our county has the coverage it needs.

Eve joined CCEMS from Prisma Health, bringing valuable experience and a commitment to quality patient care every day. She has quickly become a reliable and respected member of the EMS team.

And when she’s not taking care of Cherokee County residents, we hear Eve is also a fantastic home cook! 👩‍🍳

We appreciate Eve’s dedication, teamwork, humor, and willingness to go above and beyond.

Thank you, Eve, for representing Cherokee County EMS — and Cherokee County as a whole — with professionalism, pride, and a heart for service. 🚑🧡

Congratulations to our Employee of the Week!