| The Journal | |
| Type: | Daily newspaper |
| Format: | Broadsheet |
| Foundation: | 1903 |
| Owners: | The Edwards Group |
| Editor: | Jerry Edwards |
| Headquarters: | 210 W. North 1st St Seneca, South Carolina 29678 |
The Journal is a newspaper published in Seneca, South Carolina, five days a week, Tuesday through Saturday, the paper delivered Saturday being labeled as a weekend edition. It serves the western portion of upstate South Carolina, primarily Oconee County and western Pickens County, including Clemson University and the city of Clemson. Its Facebook page lists its founding date as 1903.
In June 2020, The Journal faced significant backlash after publishing an editorial cartoon perceived as racially insensitive. The Oconee County Council subsequently voted to sever all advertising ties with the newspaper, citing concerns over bias and racism.[1] The Journal issued a public apology, acknowledging their failure to accurately reflect the community.[2]