Five candidates are running for three Town Council seats in Fairfax. On the ballot are Ken Ready, Phyllis Smart and Shaquetta Wright. Write-in candidates are Melinda Green and Sarah Brooker Burgess. …

Are you prepared to vote in the Nov. 4 Municipal General Election? All seven municipalities in Barnwell County and three of the four in Allendale County have town council seats up for grabs …

The aroma of barbecue, the sounds of blues music and the anticipation of Halloween are in store for those planning to attend the 4 th Annual BBQ, Blues & Boos event in Barnwell on Oct. 24 and 25. …

Long Branch Fire Department Chief Mark Cato and his wife, Lt. Missy Cato, spent October 17 unpacking boxes of equipment as a result of a $10,000 grant. It felt more like Christmas than Halloween. …

Local businesses and organizations used imagination in their efforts to create a winning display in the 6th Annual Scarecrow Contest held on The Circle in Barnwell. The winner will be announced …

The ultimate goal for any sports team at the beginning of any new season is to reach that almost impossible goal of going undefeated for the season. That is just what the Guinyard-Butler Middle …

Barnwell County Administrator Meredith C. Wright has resigned from her position, just over a year after taking the helm of county operations. The resignation came unexpectedly following a closed …

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Blackville-Hilda High crowns homecoming court At the October 3 football game, Blackville-Hilda High School crowned its 2025 homecoming court. The court included 2024 Homecoming Queen …

Denmark, SC —Sigma Gamma Rho Sorority, Incorporated, Eta Gamma Sigma Chapter is set to host its annual Women’s Wellness Program on Saturday, October 25 at 10 a.m. in Massachusetts Hall at …

This summer, a group of students and educators from across Barnwell County traded their usual summer routines for an unforgettable week exploring the sights, sounds, and stages of London, England. …

A retired Barnwell County superintendent was recognized as a finalist for a Georgia Teacher of the Year award.  Dr. Marcella Shaw, former superintendent of Williston School District …

U.S. Congressman Joe Wilson (SC-02) hosted his annual bus tour August 18-20, traveling throughout South Carolina’s Second Congressional District making stops at local businesses, schools, and …

Hi, I'm Goodboy! My name says it all. I'm a 3–4-year-old male terrier pit bull. I'm a sweet boy, gentle and loving. I'm heartworm positive. I love to go on car rides, walks, & get along …

The rain didn’t dampen the fun at the Hilda Hometown Festival on Saturday, October 11. A good crowd still turned out for live entertainment, food and craft vendors, a parade, a car show, kids …

An Aiken County wreck claimed the life of a Barn- well man. On Tuesday, Oct. 7, a two-vehi- cle crash occurred around 10:15 a.m. on Charleston Highway (Highway 78) at Oak Street in …

New jobs and investment are coming to neighboring Bamberg County. Circular Composite Solutions (CCS), a sustainable manufacturer of proprietary industrial shipping pallet components, announced …

The Barnwell Police Department recognized several of its own during a ceremony at the Oct. 6 Barnwell City Council meeting by celebrating a new officer’s oath, a long-awaited promotion, and two …

For Barnwell County native Dana (Lackey) Zorn, storytelling isn’t just about imagination—it’s about connection. What began as a creative outlet inspired by real-life experiences has …

Tension ran high at Barnwell City Council’s Oct. 6 meeting as residents packed the room to voice concerns about accessibility and inclusion for children and adults with disabilities. …

The Barnwell Warhorses went to the State Championship football game last season. The Blackville-Hilda Hawks won many medals, including several gold medal State Championships. This year, a different …

The Blackville-Hilda Hawks volleyball team has battled through a tough season.  Head coach Tonya Coleman’s hard-working group has played with great effort throughout the season, but …

The Blackville-Hilda Hawks may have gotten off to a slow start for the 2025 football season, but the Hawks have now won three straight games after defeating region foe, Wagener-Salley, 26-6 last …

Dear Editor, The holidays are a time for love, laughter, and giving—and together, we can make this season truly magical for the 167 incredible individuals served by the Allendale-Barnwell …

Did you get your flu shot yet? How about your Covid vaccine? Or did you and your kids get vaccinated for measles? No? Well that’s why the state health department is forced to issue this …