Rickey McKnight : “Search Ends for Missing 70-Year-Old”

The search for the missing 70-year-old man in the Upstate has come to an end, as Rickey McKnight has been found, according to Sergeant Munoz of the Greenville Police Department. The Greenville Police Department had issued an alert for Rickey McKnight, who was considered endangered and missing. McKnight, 70, was last seen around 2:30 p.m. leaving Bon Secours St. Francis Hospital on Innovation Drive in Greenville, South Carolina. He was last seen wearing the clothes depicted in the image below.

If you have any information regarding Rickey McKnight’s whereabouts, please contact 911 or 864-271-5333.

Investigation in Greenwood County

A homicide investigation is ongoing in Greenwood County after the discovery of a woman shot dead on the side of the road. The victim, identified as 38-year-old Keisha Simmons from Simpsonville, was found on Wilson Creek Road around 9:15 pm on Wednesday night. The coroner stated that Simmons appeared to have been shot about an hour before her body was found. Deputies are seeking information from the public and urge anyone with relevant details to contact the Sheriff’s Office.

Arrests in Greenville County

Two individuals have been arrested in connection with a teenager’s murder in Greenville County. Ardrey Holbrook faces murder charges in the death of Alejandro Cerecedo, while Sarah Smith is charged with obstructing justice. The shooting occurred on June 9th near Judson Mill Road, and investigators believe it was the result of an attempted robbery. Jarius Payton is already in custody for the murder, and the investigation is ongoing.

Cell Phone Ban in Greenwood School District 50

Greenwood School District 50 has implemented a ban on cell phones during school hours. Students are now required to keep their phones in their bags throughout the school day, with exceptions granted for medical emergencies. The decision to enforce the ban followed a survey conducted among teachers and students, which garnered over 2700 responses. Any violation of the policy may result in detention, and parents are advised to contact teachers or the front office in case of an emergency.

Hacking Incident in Spartanburg County

A hacking incident involving a school district’s Facebook page has been reported in Spartanburg County. District officials confirmed that hackers posted content, including photos of children’s bedrooms, on the page. The posts first appeared overnight on Wednesday, with timestamps indicating recent activity. The district is working with Facebook to address the issue, and parents have been notified of the breach.

Juneteenth Celebrations in the Upstate

Multiple events are taking place in the Upstate region to celebrate Juneteenth, commemorating the end of slavery in the United States. Festivities include a gala featuring the Freedom Marketplace in Greenville, a celebration in Spartanburg, and a family fun event in Anderson. The community is encouraged to participate in these events to honour the historical significance of Juneteenth.

The Hidden Costs of Homeownership

New data from Bankrate reveals the hidden costs associated with homeownership, including property taxes, homeowners insurance, and maintenance expenses. The average annual cost of maintaining a single-family home is $18,118, marking a 26% increase over the past four years. Prospective homeowners are advised to set aside 1 to 4% of their home’s total value for repairs and maintenance, in addition to having 3 to 6 months of emergency savings.