Fire trucks have been moved from the station, the roster has been dissolved, and the region once responded to by the Red Oak Fire Department (ROFD) will continue to rely on other departments.  …

The Town of Williston passed the final reading of ordinances raising water, trash, and sewer rates, as well as an ordinance for the next fiscal year’s budget at their June 10 meeting.  …

Four food distribution sites in Barnwell, Allendale, and Bamberg counties stocked their shelves after local organizations and businesses came together on June 25 to unload 14,000 pounds of food and …

Former magistrate judge John Chaney has won the Democratic Party’s ­primary runoff for Allendale County Council’s first district, which represents the Town of Fairfax and other parts …

Earnestine Gloster won the "Giving Your Best" award for April 2024 from WJBF News Channel 6 in Augusta, Ga. "I am filled with joy, gratitude, and humility. It was truly a surprise and honor to …

For 30 years, Donna Selvey has been a full-time educator. Now she’s ready to be a full-time grandma. The Barnwell Primary School (BPS) principal is retiring after three decades in …

The Town of Kline recognized several individuals who’ve served the town over the years. On March 29, a celebration was held at the Kline Town Hall. In attendance were current and former …

The Blackville Police Department is down to three officers after the certifications, and therefore law enforcement authority, of the chief and lieutenant have been suspended. According to Mayor …

The Circle Theatre summer camp production of The Wizard of Oz brought many new faces to the Academy Street stage.  With a record-breaking 37 participants, campers and directors worked …

A beekeeper and his allergic-to-bees wife make the perfect pair. Ronald and Cassandra Moore, or Ronnie and Cassie, are growing their passion into a business.  R&C Low Country Bees was …

Wearing shirts indicative of their Warhorse pride, Barnwell School District 45 (BSD45) administrators and educators joined together to celebrate the completion of another school year – …

*Editor's note: Alexandra Whitbeck is a member of the Barnwell County Animal Shelter board and the Animal Advocates board of directors.  The Capital Project Sales Tax (CPST) referendum …

At the Fairfax Town Council’s June 17 meeting, the council voted in favor of the first readings of three ordinances to establish “good government practices.” The three ordinances …

At its June 20 meeting, the Allendale County council voted to extend its 2023-24 budget until the 2024-25 budget is finalized. Council chair Matthew Connelly said the extension of the 2023-24 budget …

The Allendale County School District (ACSD) has approved its 2024-25 budget, which includes cost-of-living raises for teachers, bus drivers and other staff, retention bonuses for current teachers and …

Several leaders are shifting positions in advance of the Barnwell County School District’s (BCSD) inaugural year. With Barnwell School District 45 (BSD45), the Barnwell County Consolidated …

Over two weekends, hundreds of locals and tourists gathered at farms across Barnwell and Allendale counties for the regional Ag + Art tour, which celebrated farmers and artists from throughout the …

The 2024 Sundial Festival donated a check for $2,949 to Keep Barnwell County Beautiful (KBCB) from the proceeds of the annual event.  Barnwell County received their official …

People across the county were certainly not disappointed recently when they visited Blackville First Baptist Church (BFBC) to attend Award winning Christian recording artist LouAnn Lee’s single …

Kevin Roberts, the city’s parks, recreation, and tourism director, is retiring in the coming months to spend more time with his family. “I just wanted you to know how appreciative I am of …

Tim Bennett has been at the administrative helm of Barnwell County for the past six years. As the county administrator, Bennett played an instrumental role in furthering the county on a number of …

Following a close three-way primary in which neither leading candidate received a ­majority of votes cast, a runoff election will be held on June 25 for Allendale County Council’s first …

Listening was the theme of the day on June 15 at the Allendale County Courthouse, where young men and adults from throughout Allendale gathered to discuss community issues. A generational disconnect …

At its June 11 meeting, the Allendale Town ­Council decided on a candidate for its empty town administrator position and approved the first reading of an ordinance that would raise town water …

A romantic rivalry turned fatal over the weekend in Allendale. In the late evening hours of Saturday, June 15, the Allendale Police Department (APD) responded to the area of Mill Street South at …