Good morning, Anderson.

Crews responded to a fire at Burger King on Highway 86 — exit 35 off I-85 at 12:30 p.m. Thursday, and officials reported no injuries.

The U.S. Department of Labor fined Tropical Grille over $700K for wage and child labor law violations at 13 Upstate locations, including in Anderson — it allowed minors aged 14 and 15 to work more hours than permitted.

The chain must update its policies to meet legal standards.

The partial lunar eclipse began Thursday at 9:23 p.m. ET & peaked near midnight before ending at 3 a.m. ET.

Residents in Anderson watched the near-total 'almost blood moon' without telescopes as clear skies helped the view.

The U.S. Army Corps of Engineers is lowering Lake Hartwell’s water level to 656 feet MSL to ease pressure on the Clemson Lower Diversion Dam Saddle Dike—engineers will complete a long-term safety study before lifting the restrictions, affecting local recreation and business during heavy rainfall.

South Carolina shoppers are urged to check for recalled food items, including Taylor Farms lettuce, jalapeño peppers, and frozen berries, as active recalls persist since July; health officials advise discarding or returning affected products and sanitizing surfaces (FDA and CDC guidelines).