Good morning, Anderson.

On Saturday, the Anderson Jeep Extravaganza at Christmas Lights Village brought Jeep owners, clubs and families together to raise funds for Anderson County Special Olympics, trading rubber ducks as a fun token of support + the event helped raise money for sports uniforms and travel for local athletes.

On July 2, SCDES inspected the Metrocon concrete plant in Gray Court and found it released excess dust onto a neighbor’s property, prompting a homeowner’s complaint.

The report recorded equipment malfunctions (a broken switchboard and late notification) that could lead to fines.

South Carolina health officials confirmed two new West Nile virus outbreaks on Aug.

28 in the Midlands and Lowcountry—though no cases have been reported in Upstate areas such as Anderson—prompting reminders to use repellents and cover up to avoid mosquito bites.

FOX Carolina aired the *Best is the Standard* special Monday, Aug.

31 from 7 to 8 p.m. ahead of Clemson's season opener and will air the *Death Valley Duel: Part Deux* from Baton Rouge Friday, Sept. 4 from 7 to 8 p.m. on its streaming platforms.

South Carolina high school football Week 3 schedules are released, listing games that will be held on Thursday, Sept.

3 at South Pointe and other local schools and on Friday, Sept. 4 at various venues with select broadcasts on NFHS Network + additional match-ups available for local fans.

Local fans can vote for the Upstate Ingles Boys Athlete of the Week covering Aug.

24-30; votes remain open until noon on Sept. 3. The online poll highlights standout high school players (including Curtis Bell, Kiishawn Farrow, and Ashton Moore) from nearby schools.