Sam Gilmer Photography

01/04/2025

We are excited to introduce our updated logo! We believe it suits us well. Show us your support with a like.

Member FDIC

01/02/2025

Christmas Display Winners 2024

This year, while participation in the Christmas display competition was lower than expected, the entries we received truly captured the festive spirit of Honea Path.

Each display added a special touch to our holiday season.
• Overall Winner: Brittany and Andrew Free – At 104 S. Anderson St., their Grinch-themed display stole the show with its creativity and holiday cheer.

• Runner-Up: Bonnie Caron – Located at 104 W. Greer St., her simple yet festive display brought warmth and joy to the community.

Thank you to everyone who participated and helped spread the Christmas spirit. We hope to see even more displays next year!

01/02/2025

Calling All Creatives!

Honea Path’s 2025 T-Shirt Design Contest is officially open! Have an awesome idea for the town’s next iconic T-shirt? Submit your design by February 28, 2025, and your artwork could be featured on the front of Honea Path’s 2025 T-shirt (with sponsor logos on the back)!

3 Ways to Submit Your Design:
1. In Person: Drop it off at Town Hall, 204 S. Main St., Honea Path, SC 29654
2. By Email: Send it to [email protected]
3. By Mail: Address to Empower Honea Path, P.O. Box 79, Honea Path, SC 29654

Important Note: The winning design will become the property of the Town of Honea Path.

Got questions? Email us at [email protected].

Get creative, show off your artistic flair, and help celebrate Honea Path in style!

01/02/2025

Who Put Up the Signs?

Does anyone know who put up the signs on the fences around town? Some of the signs in other areas are very faded and difficult to read. If you have any information, please reach out to us at [email protected].

We’d appreciate your help in figuring this out!

01/02/2025

Sam Gilmer is a dedicated community leader and communications professional whose passion for service shines through every aspect of his work. He currently serves as Director of Outreach and Social Media Coordinator at PlaySafe USA and part-time Digital Media Coordinator for the Town of Honea Path. Previously, Sam made a lasting impact as the Marketing and Communications Manager for the Anderson Area Chamber of Commerce.

An award-winning photojournalist for the Belton and Honea Path News-Chronicle, Sam also holds a photography certificate from Piedmont Technical College. He leverages his expertise in social media management and graphic design to support numerous local organizations and businesses.

Sam’s commitment to community service is evident in his active volunteerism. He is a devoted member of Honea Path First Baptist Church and contributes his time to the United Way of Anderson County and the Honea Path Food Pantry. In addition, he is the past chair of the Rotary Club of Anderson Electric City satellite, a former member of the Town of Honea Path Planning Committee, and has supported a variety of boards and committees, including Walk with Doc, Festival of Trees–Anderson Free Clinic, Empower Honea Path, the Watkins Community Center Board, the City of Belton SC State Chili Cook-off Championship Committee, and the International Network of Michelin Cities Conference.

A proud son of Freddie and Toni Gilmer, Sam treasures family life with his brother, BJ, sister-in-law, Megan, and his two young nieces, Aubrey (4) and Riley Kate (2). On social media, he can often be found sharing photos from across the Honea Path, Belton, Abbeville, and Anderson communities—always with a smile on his face and a heart eager to help others.

01/02/2025

Spring 2025 sports registration dates!

01/01/2025

01/01/2025

Hello 2025.

Happy
New
Year
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01/01/2025

This afternoon, Sheila and her granddaughter Kenna Lanie helped me put up the new phrase on the Town Welcome Board.

01/01/2025

We love it when the youth in our community excel in life, be it in academics or athletics. As the college championship run is underway, we are sharing our two high schools run at a state title. Although the teams did not win, they represented their communities well at the state level.
Westside High School 🏈https://youtu.be/4ko6Y3l_N58

Belton-Honea Path High School 🏈 https://youtu.be/ti3tyQPGwVU

12/31/2024

November Events for PlaySafe:

• Janki and I was at Gobbler Packet Pick-Up, handing out Prevention PlayBooks
• Attended a Coffee and Connect event at a business in Greenwood SC Chamber
• Celebrated Carol Burdette’s Retirement from the United Way of Anderson.
• PlaySafe was recognized as one of the Secretary of State’s - Angels
• Represented PlaySafe during Swamp Rabbit Trail
• Recognized and supported Small Businesses- Abbeville Ambassador Duties.
• Attended the Morning Blend event with the Greenwood Chamber.
• Spoke at the Belton Lions Club.
• Attended the DCAC and Anderson University Event.

November was a month of gratitude, recognition, and community engagement for PlaySafe!

12/31/2024

December Events for PlaySafe:

• Attended the Anderson Brew event.
• Celebrated a Ribbon Cutting in Abbeville.
• Picked up a Christmas Gift from the Oconee County Chamber of Commerce.
• Participated in the Chamber Ambassador Meeting with the Greenwood SC Chamber.
• Stopped by the Meals on Wheels-Anderson Holiday Drop-In.
• Enjoyed the PlaySafe Christmas Lunch.
• Attended the United Way Anderson Holiday Drop-In and met Kevin, the new CEO.
• Dropped by the Chamber Holiday Drop-In.
• Celebrated at the Rotary Christmas Party.

A December filled with community connections, leadership engagements, and holiday cheer!

12/30/2024

SAVE THE DATE

South Carolina Chili Cookoff
April 12, 2025
City Square, Belton, SC

Spice up your spring! Join us for a day full of chili sampling, fun, and friendly competition.

12/29/2024

Abbeville County has been included in a tornado watch until 1:00pm. Please be weather aware today and make sure you have ways to receive warnings.

12/27/2024

Join us at Anderson University for our upcoming Legislative Breakfast with our Anderson County Delegation.

Sponsored by AT&T.

🎟This is a ticketed event registration is required.

REGISTER BELOW ⬇️⬇️⬇️⬇️⬇️⬇️

https://www.andersonscchamber.com/events/details/legislative-breakfast-11861

⭐️Reserved tables are available - please reach out to
Brandie Greer at [email protected].

12/27/2024

Empower Honea Path: Strengthening Our Community

At Empower Honea Path, we are dedicated to fostering growth, collaboration, and a vibrant quality of life for all who call Honea Path home. Our mission is to work hand-in-hand with public, private, and civic organizations to:

🌟 Promote Tourism: Highlighting the charm and attractions of Honea Path to visitors from near and far.
🌟 Drive Economic Growth: Partnering with businesses and stakeholders to create opportunities that benefit our community.
🌟 Enhance Quality of Life: Supporting initiatives that enrich the lives of residents and make Honea Path an even better place to live, work, and play.

Together, we are building a stronger, more connected Honea Path. Join us in shaping the future of our town!

12/26/2024

Tomorrow (Friday) is Food Truck Friday. We will be watching the weather as well. Also, please remember we have moved our food truck location to 311 West Greer Street (Across from Westgate).

12/26/2024