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On behalf of Barnwell County School District and the many students and families who make up our district family, I would like to express our heartfelt gratitude to the community members, …
A record 202.9 million consumers shopped in stores and online during the five-day holiday shopping period from Thanksgiving Day through Cyber Monday, according to the National Retail Federation. This …
It was 1979, the year of a memorable Christmas. My paternal grandmother, Hattie Mangum Hudgins, died on Christmas Eve that year. Yes, it could’ve been a sad Christmas, but sweet memories …
At Barnwell County School District, our vision— Every Student Matters. Every Moment Counts. —is more than a statement we share. It is the belief that guides our work every day and shapes …
During the holidays, many retailers set up temporary pop-up shops or booths to sell their merchandise. This allows shoppers to browse unique holiday gifts and other merchandise in …
COLUMBIA, S.C. — The South Carolina Department of Environmental Services (SCDES) encourages residents to give the gift of sustainability this holiday season by making the effort to reduce waste …
Some of the most meaningful moments in our schools don’t happen during a lesson or on a test. They happen in small acts of kindness when our children realize they are surrounded by people who …
As we turn the calendar to December, we are reminded of what a meaningful time this is for our schools. The month brings a sense of reflection and celebration as we look back on the first half of the …
Being a retired newspaper guy, like other old newspaper folks, I have been asked to write obituaries for a number of people—by people who are still living but expecting to die one day. …
Santa isn’t the only one keeping track of who is naughty and who is nice! The Better Business Bureau is warning consumers to beware of these common holiday scams: Be cautious …
The 2025-26 Educator Supply and Demand Report by the Center for Educator Recruitment, Retention and Advancement represents an exciting step toward providing every South Carolina student …
As Thanksgiving approaches, I hope each of you finds time to pause, breathe deeply, and enjoy the people and moments that matter most. This is a season rooted in gratitude—an invitation to …
They’re tearing down Papa Hudgins’ barn. James, the engineer in the family, made the announcement to the rest of us cousins. His sister Ann and her husband Doug have propped up …
The 2025 holiday shopping season is shaping up to be steady and resilient, with retailers starting earlier promotions and offering more options to meet shoppers’ needs. …
In what condition would you come home if you’d been held captive for over five years, fed soup containing bugs, tortured for information, forced to sometimes sleep on a hard floor, deprived of …
This past week, our schools across Barnwell County celebrated Veterans Day in ways that reminded all of us why this observance is so deeply meaningful. From the moment I stepped into programs at …
As Black Friday sales seem to start earlier every year, Small Business Saturday remains something special. It’s a reminder to pause and thank the local …
The holidays are fast approaching, and with that comes spikes in reports to BBB Scam Tracker regarding delivery-related scams and “porch pirates” – thieves who brazenly …
“Just the facts, please!” That’s a motto journalists strive to live by. News stories should be factual, fair and unbiased. While we have opinions, just as every human, they …
When we think about what it truly means for a student to be “ready” upon graduation, it’s about far more than earning a diploma. In South Carolina, that readiness is captured in the …
As the holidays approach and the spirit of gratitude fills the air, Barnwell County is once again coming together to celebrate one of its greatest treasures — our seniors. The Senior …
Republicans in Washington – members of Congress in particular – should be ashamed of themselves for using the federal government shutdown to score political points. They are …
On Monday, October 20th, a gathering took place at the Barnwell County Library—a celebration that reminded everyone in attendance of the extraordinary people and compassionate work happening …
If you are adding or changing your Medicare or Healthcare.gov coverage during open enrollment, watch out for unsolicited calls claiming to "help" you find the best deal. …
In every successful school system, there is a network of dedicated community partners working quietly—and with great influence—behind the scenes. These are the organizations that don't …
