Sarai Melendez, City Council of Walhalla, SC

Happy 4th of July 2024!

Celebrating 248 years of democracy!

Happy Fourth of July, everyone!

Today, I’m enjoying a beautiful morning with a cup of coffee. Alongside, I have a delicious peach that’s homegrown right here in South Carolina and a sweet Mantecada muffin from a local small business, freshly baked at four in the morning.

Did you know? South Carolina produces the most peaches of any state in the South. Georgia may call itself “The Peach State” but we know better.
According to South Carolina Department of Agriculture statistics, the Palmetto State ships approximately 90,000 tons of peaches each year.

A little background on the Mantecada muffin: the name “Mantecada” means “with manteca,” where the Spanish word “manteca” can refer to any solid fat, like lard, shortening, or even butter. In Spain, it’s called “manteca,” while in Mexico, it’s known as “mantequilla.”

Wishing you all a wonderful and patriotic Fourth of July filled with local flavors and festive moments!

IndependenceFest is next Wednesday, July 3rd! The carnival will begin setting up this Sunday and opens Wednesday.

Come out and check out the farmers market!

Fresh produce 🍑🥒
Fresh flowers 🌸
Fresh waters (Aguas Frescas) 🌺
Fresh soaps 🫧
Stoneware 🪨
Fresh honey 🐝

Come out to the farmers market today and enjoy some great fresh produce and products from your local community.

Come out and support our local farmers tomorrow morning. By popular demand, the Farmer’s Market will stay open until 12 Noon.

Last day to sign up for fall sports is tomorrow (ONLINE ONLY)

Do you need digital support? You can visit the recreational department on Razorback Lane for support!!

Here is the link to get you started!

https://walhallarec.recdesk.com/Community/Home?fbclid=IwZXh0bgNhZW0CMTEAAR22ADxRVAVOF6YNHk-MrX4Zsl6e6ANpcqxIwUjk9THfUbEjIB59AavBOKY_aem__kC4lvRtAwD22fIrEsX1xQ

Registration is open for FALL sports through this Friday! Thank you for the friendly reminder!

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Online registration is open.

Registration for Fall Youth Sports is open now! Register online (https://walhallarec.recdesk.com/Community/Home) or at the Walhalla Rec office through June 28th.

Due to prior commitment, I am unable to attend. Excited to grow the next 4 year with you!

Join us June 20th at 6:00PM for the 1st Annual State of Walhalla address at the Walhalla Performing Arts Center.

Starting Tuesday, June 18th - the Walhalla Rec Department will be hosting open gym hours on Tuesdays and Thursdays this Summer. Adults can play from 1:30 to 3:00 PM and kids (18 and under) from 3:15 to 4:45 PM at the City Gym, located at 207 N College Street. A waiver must be signed to play and parent’s permission for those under 18.

Alert 🚨 A Boil Water Advisory will be in place when the water is restored and is expected to last until early Thursday.

Thank you to our dedicated water crew and staff who are working towards this issue.

💙❤️🤍 Feliz día del Padre💙❤️🤍
Happy Father’s Day!

All credit to one of my Navy DAD amigo who said, “Today is my day for celebrating the souls who have made me a Dad!”

Very well said…💙

Know the Correct Way to Fly the Flag

With Flag Day on June 14 and Independence Day in July, summertime is a popular time to display the United States flag. Here are some simple rules to follow to make sure your flag displays are correct according to the Flag Code (Public Law 94-344):

1. Raising and Lowering the Flag
- Raise the flag quickly.
- Lower it slowly and respectfully.

2. Displaying the Flag
- The flag should be displayed from sunrise to sunset.
- If displayed at night, the flag should be properly illuminated.

3. Positioning the Flag
- The flag should always be at the top of the staff, unless it is being flown at half-staff to honor someone who has died.
- When displayed with other flags, the U.S. flag should be at the center and the highest point.

4. Respecting the Flag
- The flag should not touch the ground.
- The flag should not be used as clothing, bedding, or drapery.

By following these simple guidelines, you can show respect for the flag and what it represents.

https://www.masc.sc/uptown/07-2020/know-correct-way-fly-flag?

Our Walhalla’s soccer memorial stadium will be under maintenance this summer. Stay tuned for more details.

Many thanks to our Park & Recreational staff.

Ya’ll we are super excited to bring you fresh lavender!!!!!!

Harvested by the owners of Bauknight House it smells amazing!!!

$8 a bunch while they last!!

Buy local honey from @ Jocassee Honey Company

Come and visit Tammy and Sam’s produce stand.

Biked to enjoy the beautiful day in downtown Walhalla, SC! 🚲

Join us at the Farmer’s Market to buy local and support small businesses. 💕

Buy local, Support small!

Come out to ’s Farmers Market!

Come out and support our local farmers tomorrow morning. By popular demand, the Farmer’s Market will stay open until 12 Noon.

Esto es un evento informativo y espero ver a muchos miembros de nuestra comunidad presentes hoy.

Vamos a mostrar nuestra unidad y te reto a que estés presente.

This is an informative event and I hope to see many members of our community present today.

Let's show our unity, and I challenge you to be present.

80 years today. One of the most significant military operations in history.

Let us never forget the sacrifices made by brave Americans on this day or the principles for which they fought and, in many cases, died far from home.

We’re excited to announce that we have received an emergency preparedness grant from ! We’ll use this grant to purchase chainsaws, backpack blowers, hooks and chains for the response to post-severe weather. As hurricane season begins, it’s important to prepare for severe weather.

Find a list of all awardees at https://news.duke-energy.com/releases/duke-energy-supports-first-responders-with-500-000-in-grants-for-emergency-preparedness-in-south-carolina-6902847

Sidewalk repairs will begin this week on Main Street in Walhalla, starting at N Tugaloo Street. Please take caution.
Thank you for your patience as we work to ensure a safe and walkable City.

Prayers to our dear officer and his loved ones. 💕

Our town faced a tragedy as one of the Oconee County Sheriffs deputies was involved in a shooting yesterday afternoon. We ask everyone to pray for this officer, his family, and the community we all call home. We are witnessing God working and moving not only in his life but the lives of the people around him as well. We believe there is power in prayer so will you join us?

City offices will be closed Friday, November 10th in honor of Veterans’ Day. Please take an opportunity this weekend, and every day, to thank the veterans in our lives for their service and sacrifice.

Thank you to all who participated and exercised their fundamental civic duty by going out to vote! 🇺🇸Here are the results.

I'm currently picking up yard signs; therefore, I acknowledge that I have several emails, text messages, and phone calls to return. Thank you to all who have reached out!