The University of South Carolina Salkehatchie will hold its annual commencement ceremony on Friday, May 2, at 10:30 a.m. on the Salkehatchie Commons at the Allendale campus. In the event of inclement …

On March 24, Barnwell County teen Kenzie McClary visited with meteorologists at WRDW/NBC studios in Augusta, Ga. “Kenzie has always had a fear of bad weather so we figured it would be best …

More than 130 high school students from across Orangeburg, Calhoun and Barnwell counties participated in a unique, hands-on learning experience designed to spark interest in health care and medical …

Does anybody remember The Yo-Yo Man?  That’s what I asked several of my friends from elementary and high school—mostly retired now except for doctor appointments.  I …

The Town of Hilda hosted its 4th Annual Easter Egg Hunt on Saturday, April 19. A great crowd of children hunted for more than 1,500 eggs and received some goodies from the Easter Bunny! Everyone also …

Allendale County native Frank M. Rice retired from the National Guard as a Major General on February 8, 2025. Major General Rice graduated from Clemson University in 1987 with a Bachelor of Science …

At the April 7 meeting of the Barnwell City Council, citizens and officials gathered to discuss community projects, public safety milestones, and infrastructure plans, with several residents offering …

 A beloved Williston kindergarten teacher is remembered for her impact on hundreds of students. Joanna Ashba, 66, of Williston, passed away April 14 after a brief battle with cancer. …

Sexual Assault Aware- ness Month (SAAM) is an annual campaign observed in April to raise aware- ness about sexual violence, educate communities on prevention, and support survivors. …

On March 25, 2025, local author M.B. Gibson released her fourth novel, Pryor Knowledge: Horse Racing, Love, and Slavery in the Antebellum South . The book is available at The Little Red Barn as …

While recent statistics point to a 6.1% decline in overdose deaths across South Carolina, the battle against substance abuse—especially in rural communities—remains far from over.  …

For many, March 7 is just another date on the calendar. But for Ladovia Washington of Denmark, it marks the darkest day of her life — the day her 15-year-old son, Jha’Mauri Montrell …

For 20 years, Naomi DeFrenn has worked to ensure the integrity of local elections and promote the right to vote. On February 28, she retired as Barnwell County’s director of voter …

The People-Sentinel took home 12 awards from the S.C. Press Associa- tion’s 2024 news contest. Publisher Jonathan Vickery and reporter Alexandra Whit- beck attended SCPA’s …

A proposed workforce housing development in Barnwell has sparked both interest and concern among local officials and residents following two public meetings at Town Hall. On Wednesday, April 2, …

The Barnwell County Council met March 11 to address several pressing local issues, including the county budget, staffing shortages, and public service concerns. Public Comment Barbara Christian, …

Barnwell County School District is excited to share the latest developments in its partnership with Children’s Trust of South Carolina to enhance early childhood programs and expand home …

Macedonia Elementary and Middle School’s Beta Club was recently honored for its outstanding achievements. Assistant Principal Doris Sanders praised the club’s legacy, which boasts 54 …

DENMARK - Denmark Technical College will host the nationally acclaimed Platinum Streetball No Mercy Tour on Wednesday, April 9 at 7:30 p.m. in the McDuffie Center. The event is free and open to …

S ite preparation for the Savannah River Plutonium Process- ing Facility (SRPPF) at the Savannah River Site (SRS) is ramping up with signifi- cant progress happening in the field …

A recent water supply crisis at Barnwell-Bamberg Emergency Medical Center (BBEMC) has raised concerns about emergency services, communication breakdowns, and the need for improved contingency plans. …

The Blackville Town Council convened on Monday, March 17.  Community Awards and Recognition Councilman Enterick Lee introduced a new program to recognize outstanding citizens and …

On Saturday, March 15, volunteers from across the community gathered to plant collards, cabbage, and broccoli in the local garden as part of ongoing efforts to create a bountiful harvest. As part of …

For the second time in a month, volunteer firefighters from Barnwell County have traveled to other parts of the state to assist with wildfires.  On Tuesday, March 25, representatives of the …