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The City of Barnwell is looking for a new administrator. Lynn McEwen, who has been city administrator since January 2020, announced her resignation during a closed session with Barnwell City …
A new law bars K-12 students in South Carolina's public schools from using their cellphones in class. Lawmakers passed the law in September 2024, but it took effect once students returned in …
At 110 years old, Doreatha Gillis-Bishop is an inspiration to her family, friends and community. The Barnwell resident was b o r n D e c e m b e r 2 0 , 2 0 1 4 . On December 20, 2024, she …
After nearly 40 years of service to people with disabilities and special needs, Brent Parker is retired. The executive director of the Allendale-Barnwell Disabilities & Special Needs Board …
The Williston-Elko Blue Devils came out on top at the Hawk Invitational Basketball Tournament. The annual tournament brings together teams from public and private high schools in Barnwell, …
T h e B l a c k v i l l e P o l i c e Department helped provide a bright Christmas for over 40 kids. On Saturday, Dec. 21, the selected children and their f a m i l i e s w e r e i n v i t e d t o …
A FedEx driver made a special delivery for some children in his hometown of Blackville. J e f f r e y H u g g i n s , a 1 9 9 0 graduate of Blackville-Hilda High School, hasn’t lived in …
“Is it better to give or to receive?” That question was posed recently to a contestant on “Flip Side”, a survey television gameshow. The contestant had to decide whether …
The Town of Hilda held its annual Christmas parade on December 19. The parade featured fire trucks, tractors, law enforcement vehicles, a gingerbread house float, antique cars, and a “Happy …
The inaugural Breakfast with Santa served Christmas fun to over 100 people! The event was co-hosted by The People-Sentinel and the Barnwell County Public Library at the new City of Barnwell Fire …
Young professionals have a new resource for networking and professional development. The Southern Palmetto Regional Chamber recently launched the Greater CSRA Young Professionals Program to help …
The Town of Elko held its 3rd Annual Christmas Tree Lighting on Sunday, Dec. 8 at the fire department. It was a night of worshipping Jesus through scripture, songs and fellowship. Deacon David …
The Barnwell County School District (BCSD) will release early on Thursday, Dec. 12 as the Barnwell Warhorses head to the State Championship. The Warhorses will compete for the AA state title on …
The Town of Williston’s hourlong Christmas Parade included floats, vehicles, the Bands of Barnwell County, walkers and more representing schools, businesses, organizations, and civic groups. …
The City of Barnwell’s annual Christmas Parade was held Saturday, Dec. 7 in downtown Barnwell. Dozens of cars, floats, walkers, and the Bands of Barnwell County participated. Award …
The City of Barnwell’s annual Christmas Tree Lighting was held Saturday, Dec. 7. This year’s tree was dedicated by Emmett Black to his wife Caitlin and their two sons, Leo and …
Three upcoming events seek to remind the community about the “real meaning of Christmas” – the birth of Jesus Christ. Hundreds of nativities from all over the world and made of all …
Over 30 million people watch the Macy’s Thanksgiving Day Parade on television each year. Another 3.5 million view it in person. But only around 8,000 get to be in the parade. …
The Town of Hilda’s 4th Annual Cookies, Cocoa & Christmas Tree Lighting was Sunday, Dec. 1 at the Hilda Depot. The event included music, ornament decorating, hot cocoa and cookies, and …
One man is in jail and another on the run after a series of thefts. On November 19, deputies from the Barnwell County Sheriff’s Office (BCSO) responded to Sweetwater Country Club for a …
The community is invited to "Pack the Mac" Thanksgiving morning as the Barnwell High School Warhorses practice for the third round of the playoffs. To prepare for the game, the team will …
Barnwell County’s first elected county-wide school board is now in place. Rosey Anderson, Felicia Devore, Becky Huggins, John Melton, and Catrena Hughes-Parker were sworn in during a …
From smokin’ hot barbeque to hauntingly good blues, the 3rd Annual BBQ, Blues & Boos festival was a treat for all. The festival was hosted by the Southern Palmetto Regional Chamber of …
Many people look forward to a big meal on Thanksgiving. For other, Thanksgiving is just another day without food. That's why the Barnwell County Sheriff's Office is joining with McDonald's …
Natasha Broxton is the first district Teacher of the Year for the new Barnwell County School District (BCSD). The marketing teacher at the Barnwell County Career Center (BCCC) was first …
