Bob and Kristi Austin awarded 2023 Rainey Award

Bob and Kristi Austin Since arriving in Anderson in 1985, the Austins have led various community initiatives, such as the Civic Center playground and bus shelter installations. They founded a pioneering free dental clinic at the Anderson Free Clinic in 1991. Their volunteer work includes events like the Anderson County Arts Center auction, and they…

tba Project #7 – Pegasus Arrives!

tba Project #7 The sculpture Millennium Pegasus by sculptor Sandy Scott of Lander, Wyoming arrived on October 31st and was installed on the site of the former Granite Row, the birthplace of Anderson’s business district in downtown Anderson.  “Pegasus” was on display in Denver, Colorado until recently.  This bronze sculpture is 12 feet tall and…

Charles and Libby Dalton, 2021 Rainey Award Recipients

Recipients of the Robert M. Rainey Philanthropy Award must have demonstrated, over a significant period of time, dedication to the promotion of philanthropy, combined with a strong devotion to civic and family duty. Charles and Libby Dalton have exemplified a lifetime of service to the community. A 1964 graduate of Clemson University, Charles Dalton is…