Williston Town Council held their regular September meeting on the 14th last week, where three new oaths of office were completed, and a few other items drew interest.

Rich Olsen is known for his many community initiatives and his dawn to dusk work ethic, but when duty calls, Olsen stepped aside to give his town council seat up for someone else to occupy.

Barnwell County Council was held last Tuesday, September 8 and drew in a full crowd concerned about a new ordinance on the docket.

On Friday, Aug. 28, dirt was tossed to break ground on Blackville’s new town hall, set to be completed in 2027.

After John Melton, the former Williston Fire Chief, resigned, it was time to find an interim chief to head the Williston Fire Department. In stepped Timbo Williams, who got his start fighting fire at the very same fire station he spearheads now.

COLUMBIA — Voters elected Darline Graham to take her late brother’s place on November ballots, as the full backing of President Donald Trump helped overcome criticism of her political …

The town of Blackville had their August regular meeting on Monday, Aug 19, and the state for the town was a key focus on the agenda.

COLUMBIA — A month after the death of Lindsey Graham, his younger sister advanced to a runoff against South Carolina’s 5th District congressman for the chance to succeed him in the U.S. Senate …

On Monday night, August 10, Williston Town Council had their monthly regular meeting to recognize an important person in the community, upcoming events, town funds and project advancement. …

The Town of Williston’s new administrator is a familiar face to residents and employees.

COLUMBIA — Voters will choose Tuesday, August 11 between 10 U.S. Senate candidates competing in a special GOP primary to replace the late Lindsey Graham on the ballot in November. The tight …

A list included in Barnwell City Council’s June administrator’s report offered a closer look at one of the less visible challenges behind the city’s ongoing nuisance and blight efforts: …

During the July 13 meeting, the Williston Town Council approved a flood damage prevention ordinance, heard a proposal from a community member for a recreational rail trail connecting Williston and …

Barnwell County Council voted down a proposed ordinance that would have clarified what documents could be considered when determining eligibility for South Carolina’s 4% legal residence property …

The Town of Blackville recognized a new member of the Junior Council and shared updates on several town projects during the recent council meeting. The meeting began with the swearing-in of …

The Barnwell City Council discussed several projects during the latest meeting. Topics included downtown wayfinding signs, blight removal, recreation programs and utility work. The council also …

Barnwell County Council is looking at a possible change to how some residents qualify for the state’s 4 percent legal residence tax …

Attorney General Alan Wilson speaks to supporters Tuesday, June 23, 2026, after clinching the Republican nomination in the South Carolina governor’s race. Beside him is his daughter Anna Grace. …

COLUMBIA — The candidate who calls himself “President Trump’s farmer in South Carolina” easily won the GOP nomination to become the state’s next agriculture commissioner. Cody Simpson …

During its June 8 meeting, Williston Town Council took initial steps toward allowing the town to participate in the National Flood Insurance Program, approved its fiscal year 2027 budget and delayed …

On May 12, Se'khu Gentle was elected mayor of Allendale. A little over a month after being elected, Gentle said residents' support showed they were ready for change and believed he was capable of …

Primary election results have confirmed the outcomes of several local races in Barnwell and Allendale counties, solidifying victories for incumbents Harold Buckmon, David Kenner and James White, …

Barnwell County Council unanimously approved its fiscal year 2026–27 operating budget during its June 9 meeting following weeks of budget workshops and revisions. Councilman Harold Buckmon was …

COLUMBIA — Two of South Carolina’s congressional incumbents easily defeated their primary challengers, while the state’s most crowded contest headed to a runoff. 2nd District U.S. …

Voters in Barnwell and Allendale counties headed to the polls Tuesday to decide several local primary races, with incumbents Harold Buckmon, David Kenner and James White securing victories in county …