On Tuesday mornings throughout the month of June, the Barnwell County Sheriff's Office in conjunction with McDonald's hosted the GRITS Reading Event. Deputies read books to the children and had a …

Building Restoration in Christ’s Kingdom, Inc.—known as BRICK—has been serving Allendale County since 2019 with one mission: to provide hope to those in need by improving their …

Terence Young has performed all over the world, gaining a reputation as a talented g u i t a r i s t a n d m u s i c i a n . However, his roots are in the tiny town of Elko. On July 5, Young was a …

Ortiz is a two-year-old mixed breed with a big heart and an even bigger smile. He’s friendly, walks well on a leash, and full of love. He’s been patiently waiting for a family to …

A Williston man has died a week after being hospitalized from a traffic accident. William Leon Randall, 60, of Highway 37, Williston, was involved in a single-vehicle accident on July 11. He …

Augusta-based radio station 88.3 WAFJ is coming to Barnwell as part of its Hometown Hello, sponsored by Aiken Motorcycle. This summer-long series of stops across the CSRA brings fun, …

Two suspects have been taken into custody in connection with a fatal shooting that occurred Saturday, July 19, on Hay Street in Allendale. Tyrese Lofton and Javon Odoms were apprehended without …

The Barnwell County Council’s regular meeting on Tuesday, July 8, began with a passionate yet pointed public comment from Ben Kinlaw, a volunteer with the Keep Barnwell County Beautiful …

At its regular meeting July 14, the Williston Town Council reviewed a variety of updates from town officials, citizens, and contractors—ranging from a clean financial audit to ongoing …

Members of the Wildwood Garden Club of Barnwell recently spread pine straw, trimmed bushes, and pulled weeds at the historic Barnwell County Museum. This is an annual beautification project of the …

Several students from Williston First Baptist Church recently returned from a life-changing mission trip to Philadelphia through M-Fuge, a nationwide youth missions program that brings student groups …

The valedictorian and salutatorian of Barnwell High School’s Class of 2025 not only share academic honors but also DNA. Valedictorian Josiah Johnson and salutatorian Nick Jones are first …

The Rotary Club of Barnwell County recognized six students for displaying service above self.  During the March 13 meeting, the club bestowed Service Above Self awards to students who …

BARNWELL  Samuel Allen  Benjamin Andrews  Antonio Babb-harden  Daysha Bailey  Darrell Barker  John Bessinger  Evelyn …

Barnwell County Animal Shelter is shining the spotlight on Peppercorn, a 6‐year‐old black lab  with a heart full of love. Peppercorn is friendly with both people and other animals. …

Blackville and Barnwell County lost a self-less servant and community advocate last week. Vivian Tobin-Alston, a native of Blackville, passed away quietly in her sleep on July 9 after being on …

On Monday, July 7, Barnwell City Council met to discuss several topics, including playground accessibility, yard debris pickup, and committee appointments. For the past few months, Alyssa Dluzak …

Students attending South Carolina’s only historically Black technical college can learn to weld but on equipment that’s 70 years old. The school has talked of growing its cybersecurity …

(COLUMBIA, S.C.)   July 1, 2025  — The  South Carolina State Fair  is now accepting entries for its annual  competitive exhibits , which will be on display …

At just 16 years old, Zy’ell Ra’Keenah Rice, was a for- mer standout student at Al- lendale-Fairfax High School, who has turned her dreams into plans. Not only did she graduate …

Washington, D.C.  – For the second year in a row, Kinsleigh Ringus of Lexington High School won the Second District of South Carolina’s 2025 Congressional Art Competition.  …

On Thursday, June 19, residents from Allendale and surrounding communities gathered at the Allendale National Guard Armory for the Juneteenth Freedom Day event. Angela Doe Youmans, a dance …

The annual Independence Day celebration was held July 4 at Snelling Park. The evening was packed with friends, family, snow cones, music and, of course, fireworks!

When recent tax assessment notices arrived in local mailboxes, newly appointed Tax Assessor April Still’s phone started ringing. To answer many of the questions, Still is directing people …