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Police chief urges vigilance after string of thefts from vehicles

TRAVELERS REST, S.C. – Travelers Rest Police Chief Benjamin Ford is urging vigilance following a string of recent thefts from vehicles, reminding area residents to lock car doors when they leave vehicles unattended, even when at your home.

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Travelers Rest FD hiring for firefighter position

Travelers Rest FD hiring for firefighter position

TRAVELERS REST, S.C. — The Travelers Rest Fire Dept. is currently accepting applications for the position of firefighter. Minimum requirements include: • Must be 18 years of age • High school diploma or equivalent • Firefighter I Desirable Qualifications include: • CPR and first aid training • EVDT • CDL-B • Firefighter II All candidates must be

Marietta man dead following shootout with trooper

Marietta man dead following shootout with trooper

PICKENS COUNTY, S.C. — A 36-year-old Marietta man was shot and killed by a South Carolina Highway Patrol trooper in Pickens County on Tuesday night following an exchange of gunfire initiated by the suspect, officials said. The Pickens County coroner said the shootout took place near Pumpkintown and Pace Bridge

Travelers Rest Police Dept. seeks community input

Travelers Rest Police Dept. seeks community input

TRAVELERS REST, S.C. – Travelers Rest Police Dept. officials are seeking input from area residents, asking that they weigh in on issues that are of concern for public safety. The survey is available here.