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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 …

Lawsuit alleges wrongful arrest (Part 2)

In Part 1 of this three-part series, The People-Sentinel reported how Ty’Ran Tyrell Dixon was arrested for the 2023 murder of Jasmine Roach and incarcerated for more than two months before the …

Though an end to the government shutdown could soon be in sight, the status of November SNAP benefits for millions of Americans remains in limbo. SNAP – or the Supplemental Nutrition …

COLUMBIA – Brigadier General Linda J. Riedel of the South Carolina National Guard, who currently serves as assistant adjutant general for the Army, has been selected as the deputy commanding …

This summer, a group of students and educators from across Barnwell County traded their usual summer routines for an unforgettable week exploring the sights, sounds, and stages of London, England. …

A retired Barnwell County superintendent was recognized as a finalist for a Georgia Teacher of the Year award.  Dr. Marcella Shaw, former superintendent of Williston School District …

Local newspapers keep communities strong

Strong communities don’t just happen. They rely on connection — residents knowing what’s going on, businesses reaching the customers who keep them open, and citizens having the …

As Jesus was getting ready to ascend to Heaven, He gathered the disciples together and said, “All authority has been given to Me in heaven and on earth. Go therefore and make disciples of all …

In June, Lieutenant Kay Hallingquest proudly represented Jefferson County Sheriff’s Office at the 2025 Police and Fire World Games held in Birmingham, Alabama. Competing against first …

September is National Preparedness Month and the American Red Cross of South Carolina urges everyone to protect their loved ones by getting their households ready now.   Last year, the …

After a roaring victory with numerous awards at the 2025 South Carolina Technology Student Association Conference, Barnwell Warhorses continued to represent South Carolina at the 2025 National …

CHARLOTTE. NC., (August 27,  2025)  – With Labor Day weekend marking the unofficial end of summer, families and friends across the country are gearing up for road trips to celebrate …

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 …

South Carolina, May 22, 2025 — It’s time to enjoy the great outdoors and warm weather. The American Red Cross of South Carolina wants everyone to have a safe summer and offers steps they …

COLUMBIA - Following the 2024 voter-approved amendment to the South C a r o l i n a C o n s t i t u t i o n affirming that only U.S. citizens may vote, the South Carolina State Election Commission …

The U.S. Department of Energy (DOE) Office of Environmental Management (EM) is deploying drones for the first time to perform internal inspections of radioactive liquid waste tanks at the Savannah …

The Barnwell County Council met Tuesday, May 13, for its regular monthly meeting, addressing a range of items including the approval of a new partnership agreement with the South Carolina National …

College Notes

USCB Chancellor's List Winter 2024 BLUFFTON -- The Chancellor's List recognizes University of South Carolina Beaufort undergraduate degree-seeking students with superb records of academic …

A proud Barnwell County local, Carson Alexander was recently recognized as the 2025 Young Alumna of Excellence by the University of Georgia School of Law.  The award celebrates graduates …

ALLENDALE — In a sweeping decision announced April 1, the National Endowment for the Humanities, or NEH, terminated all active grants, including those supporting state humanities councils such …

SOUTH CAROLINA  — Saturday, May 10 th  marks the 33rd anniversary of the largest one-day food drive in the nation – the National Association of Letter Carriers'  Stamp Out …

A former convenience store worker is charged with lottery fraud. The South Carolina Law Enforcement Division (SLED) charged Alexianna Khaleyah Fields, 21, of Barnwell, with Intent to Defraud …

Allendale County native Frank M. Rice retired from the National Guard as a Major General on February 8, 2025. Major General Rice graduated from Clemson University in 1987 with a Bachelor of Science …

April is Sexual Assault Awareness Month

Sexual Assault Aware- ness Month (SAAM) is an annual campaign observed in April to raise aware- ness about sexual violence, educate communities on prevention, and support survivors. …

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 …

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