The Salvation Army of Oconee County, SC

08/25/2026

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08/14/2026

Temporary Cooling Center to Open in Oconee County, SC

Due to prolonged, extreme heat and high temperatures, a temporary cooling center will open its doors in Oconee County.

The cooling shelter, located at the Tim Howard Gym at 810 W. South 4th Street, in Seneca, will open its doors Friday, August 14th at 12:00 p.m. Managed by the Oconee County Community Emergency Response Team (CERT), South Carolina Department of Social Services and American Red Cross, the cooling center will be available to patrons Friday the 14th, through Monday the 17th, from 12:00 p.m. until 6:00 p.m.

Heat-related illnesses happen when the body is not able to properly cool itself. When spending time outdoors, people should be sure to properly hydrate, seek shade, and wear appropriate clothing. Anyone experiencing symptoms of heat exhaustion, including dizziness, heavy sweating, nausea and weakness should move to a cooler area, sip water and seek medical help if symptoms do not improve.

Additional information about heat-related illnesses may be found at heat.gov/heat-safety/

For additional information about the cooling center, please call (864) 638-4201 or email [email protected]

08/13/2026

Catholic Charities, in partnership with the Oconee County Public Library and Our Daily Bread, will provide the opportunity for folks to have access to a free shower. Towel and soap will be provided!

Call OCPL Community Resource Associate, Kerry Leeper Brock, at 864-364-5702, if you have questions about this event or it you would be interested in volunteering for future Mobile Clean of Heart shower events.

08/03/2026

We are humbled to have been chosen by WIN TODAY! Richardson Family Foundation for a second year of grant funding that will help us provide STEM activity kits and supplies for our Angel Tree recipients this Christmas. We are so grateful for their support and compassion to help us assist the needs of our communities in Oconee County.

08/02/2026

07/29/2026

We'd love to have your business participate this year! Give us a call 864-882-1160

07/29/2026

Come make a difference like the Phlock of the Tri-Lakes Parrothead Club does each year ringing bells during November/December! Call us 864-882-1160.