ECS Edition V#59 February 25, 2026 

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Anderson is not slowing down.

Between ribbon cuttings, seafood feasts, downtown comfort food making a comeback, and continued growth across the county — it feels like our community is stretching its legs and getting ready for spring.

This week’s edition highlights:
• A re-grand opening in Piedmont
• A downtown “Meat & Three” revival
• A seafood event worth loosening your belt for
• Continued local momentum across the Upstate

If February felt long, consider this your reminder: brighter days (and warmer temps) are ahead. And as always - if it’s happening around Anderson, you’ll hear about it here.

Let’s dive in.

☀️ Anderson, SC Weekly Weather Forecast

There’s something special about walking into a bakery where everything is made from scratch and you can taste the love in every bite.

Sugar Mama’s Bake Shop is locally owned and operated by a proud mom of four amazing humans 🩷 with over 25 years of baking experience. This isn’t mass-produced dessert — this is real, homemade goodness baked fresh daily right here in our community.

From gooey cinnamon rolls dripping with icing… to stuffed cookies packed with flavor… to over-the-top dessert trays that make you pause before taking that first bite - everything at Sugar Mama’s is crafted the old-fashioned way.

✔ Made from scratch
✔ Baked fresh daily
✔ Family-owned
✔ Rooted in passion and experience

Whether you’re grabbing a treat for yourself (no judgment), surprising a coworker, or showing up to a gathering as the hero with dessert in hand Sugar Mama’s delivers comfort, creativity, and sweetness in every box.

Supporting local never tasted so good.

Stop by, try something new, and show some love to a hardworking local mama turning flour and sugar into joy every single day.

What Broadway actress and MTV competition winner was born in Anderson, South Carolina?

Give Comfort When It’s Needed Most

Doing a little spring cleaning?

Mountain View Veterinary Services is currently accepting donations of gently used towels, blankets, and sheets and your old linens can make a bigger difference than you might think.

These items are used every single day in the clinic:
• To keep surgery patients warm and comfortable
• For pets staying overnight
• And during some of the most tender, emotional goodbye moments families experience

Something as simple as a donated blanket can provide warmth, dignity, and comfort to animals when they need it most and to the families who love them.

If you have extras tucked away in a closet, consider dropping them off at the clinic instead of tossing them out. It’s an easy way to give back to the local pet community and support a team that cares deeply for Anderson’s four-legged family members.

Sometimes the smallest donations bring the greatest comfort.

Woodglen – D.R. Horton Ribbon Cutting

📍 1111 Broadrum St, Piedmont
📅 February 25, 2026 – 12 PM
https://www.facebook.com/AndersonAreaChamber

Boot Barn Grand Opening

📍 150 Station Dr, Anderson
📅 February 27, 2026 – 9 AM
https://www.facebook.com

Wake N Bake Seafood Event (All You Can Eat)

📍 Wake N Bake Bar & Grill
📅 March 7, 2026 – 12 PM
https://www.facebook.com/WakeNBakeBarAndGrill

D.R. Horton introduces Woodglen, a vibrant new residential community in Piedmont, South Carolina.

Offering a choice of seven distinct floorplans, homes range from cozy single-story layouts to spacious two-story options with three to five bedrooms and up to three baths.

Wilhelmina's Kitchen has quickly become a beloved spot in downtown Anderson, offering classic meat and three meals at 5928 SC-187.

Locals flock here for southern comfort food favorites like fried chicken, country steak, and baked pork chops, paired with rich sides such as macaroni and cheese, collard greens, and squash casserole.

Find of the Week ~ Ready to Grow Something?

We know it’s still winter… but spring is right around the corner.

We found  The Old Farmer’s Almanac Vegetable Gardener’s Handbook and if you’ve been thinking about planting tomatoes, peppers, or a full backyard garden this year - this might be your sign.

It’s simple, step-by-step advice on when to plant, what grows best, and how to actually succeed (because gardening sounds easy… until it’s not)

Tip of The Day

Before March hits, take 15 minutes to:
• Check your air filters
• Clean ceiling fan blades
• Schedule any spring HVAC maintenance

That small effort now can save you headaches (and higher bills) once warmer weather fully arrives.

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Seafood lovers in Anderson, SC, can get ready for a treat this March.

On March 7, Wake N Bake Bar & Grill will host an all-you-can-eat seafood affair filled with fresh oysters and an abundant seafood boil.

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-Bailey Noel Hanks Weidman (born February 6, 1988, in Anderson, South Carolina).

She is best known for winning MTV’s Legally Blonde: The Musical – The Search for Elle Woods and went on to perform on Broadway as Elle Woods in Legally Blonde: The Musical in 2008.

From Anderson to Broadway - not bad at all.

Important Anderson, SC Phone Numbers & Links at a Glance

If you’re handling a non-emergency, need help with local utilities, or looking for community resources, these key Anderson contacts have you covered.

Stay tuned for more updates and events in our next edition.

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