"Pho 88's Grand Opening, TCC Verizon Celebration, Bullriding Madness, LMSC Pageant Prelim & More in Anderson! This week's Electric City Shoutouts🌟"

Trivia Question❓

What locally‑built scenic trail in Anderson County was converted from an old railway line and offers outdoor recreation, walking paths, and community green space?

Answer at the bottom of the newsletter

Phở 88 Brings Authentic Vietnamese Flavors to Anderson with January 14 Grand Opening

Anderson will soon welcome Phở 88 Vietnamese Restaurant, opening January 14, 2026, at 3318 North Main Street.

This new eatery specializes in steaming bowls of phở, featuring fragrant broth, rice noodles, and a selection of meats, alongside other Vietnamese favorites like spring rolls, banh mi, and vermicelli.

TCC Verizon Celebrates Grand Opening with Ribbon Cutting in Pendleton

Anderson-area tech fans have something new to celebrate — TCC Verizon is officially opening its doors with a grand opening and ribbon-cutting on Sunday, February 2, 2026, from 11:00 AM to 1:00 PM at 137 Cotesworth St., Pendleton, SC.

The store brings a full lineup of Verizon wireless plans, state-of-the-art smartphones, trendy accessories, and personalized customer support to local residents.

Find of the Week ~ Sourdough Rosemary Focaccia Tray

Look What We Found 👀

Sourdough Rosemary Focaccia – $10

Fresh-baked in Anderson by Heavenly Bites Bakery, this focaccia is made with a 4-year-old wild yeast starter, organic flour, and plenty of love.

Naturally leavened, super flavorful, and perfect for snacking or sharing. Just give 48 hours’ notice and you’re golden 🍞✨

Check it out here

🗓️ Events This Week (Jan 7–Jan 13, 2026)

1. Anderson Community Fitness Walk

📅 Wed, Jan 7, 2026 · 9:00–10:00 AM
📍 AnMed Health Track, Anderson
A healthy midweek gathering for walkers of all abilities. Enjoy fresh air and community conversation.
🔗 Event Details

2. Belton Game Night

📅 Thu, Jan 8, 2026 · 6:00–8:00 PM
📍 Belton Community Center
Bring your favorite board games, enjoy snacks, and meet new friends!
🔗 https://www.andersoncountysc.org/our-events/

3. Bluegrass Jam Weekly @ Oolenoy

📅 Fri, Jan 16, 2026 · 7:00–10:00 PM
📍 Oolenoy Community House 5301 Dacusville Hwy, Pickens, SC

Weekly Bluegrass jam on Friday nights, 7pm. Two rooms for jams.

Banjos, guitars, mandolins, dobros, and fiddle. Acoustic instruments only. No admission fee, but donations are appreciated to help cover rent.

🔗 Event Details

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Tip of The Day

23‑Minute Rule for Productivity:
If you’re starting a new habit or project this week, try the “23‑Minute Rule”: commit to working toward it for at least 23 minutes. You’ll often find that once you begin, it’s easier to keep going and that’s how momentum begins!

Get Ready for Southern Championship Bullriding - Jan 9 & 10!

Experience an electrifying start to 2026 at the Southern Championship Bullriding on January 9 and 10 at the T. Ed Garrison Livestock Arena in Pendleton, SC.

The action kicks off nightly at 8:00 PM, spotlighting over 30 wild bull rides and a dozen fast-paced barrel racing runs.

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Electric City, Emerald City & More: LMSC 5 Crown Pageant Prelim!

The Little Miss & Teen Miss Crown Pageant returns with the LMSC 5 Title Preliminaries, offering young contestants a chance to win five prestigious titles by entering just once.

This year’s competition highlights Anderson, Greenwood, Abbeville, and Greenwood County, inviting local youth to represent their communities and shine on stage.

This Baked Chicken Bites Recipe is So Delicious I Make It Every Week

Cause of the Month: Pack a Snack, Feed a Future

Start the new year by giving back - the United Way of Anderson County is calling for volunteers to help with their SnackPack program on Tuesday, January 6th, from 9:00 AM to 11:00 AM.

Each pack you help prepare goes directly to local Anderson County students who might otherwise go without enough food on the weekends. It’s a small time commitment with a huge impact.

If you can’t make this date, don’t worry - there are other opportunities coming up!