Charleston, S.C. – Members of the Salkehatchie YF&R Cluster recently joined over 400 young farmers, ranchers and ag enthusiasts ages 18-35, for the annual South Carolina Farm Bureau Federation …

A Barnwell County industry is laying off 130 employees this summer. Swiss Krono, a major local employer that makes laminate flooring, has announced a reduction in force at its facility located …

Blackville High School Class of 1976 celebrated their 50-year class reunion from May 1st to May 3rd. They opened with a meet and greet on Friday night at the Barnwell County Museum with food by …

ALLENDALE, SC (April 17, 2026) -- Fairfax man has been sentenced to 10 years in prison for shooting another man in which the victim attempted to intervene when he saw the man assaulting a woman. …

Sebastian Kai Melendez, a 4-year-old remembered for his joyful personality, love of dinosaurs and adventurous spirit, died April 29 from injuries sustained in a Florida car crash days earlier. …

Circle Theatre is bringing audiences back to the simple joys—and complex emotions—of friendship, love, and life with its latest production, Catfish Moon . Opening May 8 at Circle Theatre, …

The Allendale-Barnwell Relay for Life held its annual Survivors' Luncheon Sunday, April 26 at the leisure center in Allendale. Survivors, fighters, care givers and family gathered to hear …

On April 11, a team of 13 adults and 8 children took to the streets of Williston to clean up trash. The group managed to pick up 22 bags of trash. "We would like to thank the members of Bethany …

A  trip to the pharmacy isn’t always fun, especially if you aren’t feeling well, but a new mural at a local pharmacy should help brighten moods. Daniel’s Pharmacy in Blackville …

The Barnwell Sundial Festival will return this weekend on May 8th and 9th with exciting new additions and renewed energy, as the Southern Palmetto Regional Chamber proudly takes the lead in …

An Allendale County woman is accused of stealing South Carolina Education Lottery (SCEL) scratch-off tickets from her workplace, cashing in some of them and later attempting to redeem counterfeit …

A fire at the Winton Inn, 8273 Marlboro Ave., in Barnwell, on Saturday, May 2, caused significant damage to one second-floor room and minor damage to another but did not result in any injuries, …

Voters in the Town of Allendale will elect a new mayor during a special election on Tuesday, May 12.  Polls will be open May 12 from 7 a.m. to 7 p.m. at the Brandt Building (398 Barnwell …

Williston-Elko High School’s junior and seniors danced the night away as they made lifetime memories at their prom on Saturday, May 2, 2026. The theme was “A Night of Elegance”. 2026 Prom …

Dearest Gentle Reader, It seems the "spring" we’ve been discussing has finally brought some questions to my garden gate. Many of you are asking: "If we all agree it’s time to trade in our …

Barnwell High School is proud to recognize its 2026 delegates selected to attend two of South Carolina’s premier leadership programs. Representing the American Legion Auxiliary Palmetto Girls State …

Four schools in the Barnwell County School District received a combined total of over $70,000 from SRP Federal Credit Union’s 2025 Affinity Debit Card Program proceeds, reflecting a year of …

Barnwell County School District (BCSD) is proud to announce that five of its educators have been selected as recipients of the 2026 Savannah River Nuclear Solutions (SRNS) Innovative Teaching Mini …

Summer Reading begins May 21st and runs until August 5th . Kids and Teens who read at least 450 minutes will be entered into a gift card drawing at their library. Kids and teens can also pick up a …

On March 22, 2026, Ashleigh Baptist Church bestowed the title of Deacon Emeritus to Frankie Hair, who has served on the deacon board for 56 years. He was baptized in March 1954 and joined …

Simultaneous structure fires kept firefighters busy last week. On April 21, Williston firefighters responded to two fires within an hour of each other. Two homes were impacted by those fires. …

Fire protection is expanding in Allendale County. On Sunday, April 19, local and state leaders gathered at a one-acre site on Bluff Road to break ground on the new St. Mark Fire Station. The …

As Mental Health Awareness Month begins, Barnwell County will kick things off with an event designed to inform, support and connect the community through open dialogue on mental health and wellness. …

Do you want to participate in a tradition that has been going on for 150 years? Do you feel that honoring American war veterans is a worthy activity? If so, then make plans to attend the Rivers …

The woman accused of shooting Springfield Police Chief Adam Evans is now facing charges in three counties, including for another shooting and child abandonment.  …