A Neeses man has been arrested in connection with the fatal shooting of an Allendale man whose bullet-riddled vehicle was found parked in front of the Norway Police Department on March 12, 2024. …

The awards keep coming in for Barnwell High School head football coach Brian Smith.  Coach Smith was awarded the American Football Coaches Association Power of Influence Award and will …

Detective Andi Hogg, a native of Barnwell, was named the 2024 Of- ficer of the Year for North Augusta Department of Public Safety The award was given be- cause of Det. Hogg’s …

The Easter Bunny hopped into town a little early.  Seventy children were registered for the inaugural Easter Bunny Brunch held Saturday, March 29 in Barnwell. The event was co-hosted by The …

The Southern Palmetto Regional Chamber held its annual banquet on March 20, bringing together business leaders, community advocates, and local organizations to celebrate the region’s economic …

“Reach out and touch some- body’s hand. Make this world a better place if you can.” Those lyrics from Diana Ross’s song “Reach Out and Touch (Somebody's …

At its latest meeting, the Barnwell City Council addressed a range of pressing community concerns, from critical gaps in emergency services to infrastructure improvements and local economic …

Three local athletes and a coach represented Barnwell at the 6 th Annual Aiken County All-Star Classic held in Aiken on Friday, March 14.  Head coach Marcus Rivera, an Andrew Jackson …

Hagood Avenue Baptist Church concluded their March 16 service by recognizing a retiring staff member. Lynne Grubbs was recognized for “22 years of faithful service to our Lord Jesus Christ …

The Williston Town Council convened recently to address key issues impacting the community. Councilwoman Annie Tyler presented the agenda, which was unanimously approved by council members. Mayor …

USC Salkehatchie’s Ca- rolina Theatre in Allendale will host a performance of Gianni Schicchi on Saturday, March 29, 2025, at 7:30 p.m. as part of the Sing Thy High Praise: 100 Years of …

A new community initiative in Barnwell is proving that small contributions can lead to big changes. The Dollar and Change program, led by Cynthia Teems, the director of Bethany Baptist Church, is …

A group of Howard University students spent their spring break in Williston working with students. "It’s always tough to say goodbye after such a meaningful time together. The bonds that …

Barnwell State Park is undergoing major renovations to repair its historic spillways and ensure the long-term stability of its dam structures. These improvements, prompted by storm damage and …

Barnwell County School District Science Fair  In a remarkable display of student innovation and scientific inquiry, Barnwell County School District recently hosted its first unified …

Ky’Reona Brabham, Ashauna Hosey, Madison Wright, and Jada Wilson (left to right with Williston-Elko head coach Mae Reed in the middle) were selected to play in the 6th Annual Aiken County …

Blackhorse Steel Works, an advanced steel solutions provider, is establishing operations in Bamberg County. The company’s $5.2 million investment will create 40 new jobs. Blackhorse …

The Blackville community recently welcomed a new addition to its health care support network as Gentle Hands Home Care celebrated its grand opening on March 21.  Dedicated to providing …

A circus fit for kings and queens is coming to Barnwell on March 29 and 30.  Kingdom of Wonders is a traveling medieval themed circus bringing an interactive, family-oriented show of …

Barnwell United Methodist and Siloam United Methodist churches united to help children who experience traumatic events. Every February, the churches ask members to bring in new stuffed animals, …

Many Barnwell County residents were awoken Sunday morning by a tornado warning phone alert. The National Weather Service’s (NWS) Columbia bureau confirmed that three EF-0 tornadoes touched …

Losing a child is an un- imaginable tragedy, one that no parent should ever have to endure. It feels unnatural because it defies the expected order of life. The grief that follows is a …

For Nancy Brady-Wood, a routine doctor’s visit turned into a life-saving moment.  When her longtime OB-GYN retired, Brady-Wood had no immediate plans to seek a new one until she …

Blackville’s beloved Taste of Blackville festival is set to return on Saturday, March 22, 2025 , from 10:00 AM to 4:00 PM on Main Street in historic downtown Blackville, South Carolina. This …