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The Elko Fire Department has been awarded a $10,000 grant from State Farm® through the Good Neighbor Firefighter Safety Program , administered in collaboration with the …
As the nation marks the 25th anniversary of 9/11, Barnwell County residents will come together this week to remember the victims and honor the heroes of the Sept. 11, 2001, terrorist attacks. …
Cale Peachey comes from a long line of FFA members, but none had made it past the chapter level until Peachey was recently elected to be the Vice President for FFA Region 4.
A Super Princess Dogwood tree is known for its show-stopping blossoms and ease of care. For overdose awareness, it symbolizes remembrance and growth of individuals in recovery.
On Wednesday, Sept.1 the Williston Museum brought Williston-Elko Middle School students and parents together after school and work were out for a fun night of historical learning.
Barnwell native Kevin Miller recently celebrated the release of The Spurrier Effect: How One Coach Transformed Gamecock Football , which he co-authored with Brent Silvia. Miller and Silvia held …
Throughout the month of July, volunteers from Grace Church in the Greenville area spent time in Allendale, helping residents with projects that have made a difference in the community. The …
For the last year and a half, the Allendale Police Department hasn’t had more than three officers. But with help from advertising and a new Police Chief bringing in officers, the force is strong again.
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.
On Wednesday, Aug. 26, the trial of Chemar Black vs. The State of South Carolina ended with Black being found guilty on all counts.
On the morning of August 31, a new sign was unveiled in commemoration of Cheryl Long, the long standing director of Barnwell’s Axis I Center of Barnwell. The unveiling was a surprise ceremony …
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 …
Thursday, Aug. 28 marked 2026’s state of the region convention to celebrate the accomplishments of Barnwell, Allendale and Hampton counties.
When someone drives through the town of Olar, South Carolina, they’re almost certain to see a strip of old storefronts with a faded mural on the side. Rather than being a reminder of a colorful past, Olar native, Anderson Corder, wants to restore the building to its former glory.
On June 11, Past President Jonathan Vickery swore in the newly selected officers of the Rotary Club of Barnwell County for the 2026-27 year, including (above, left to right) President Franklin …
Williston artist Deidre Gardner Hayes is currently exhibiting her paintings, along with two other local artists, at the Sacred Heart Cultural Center in Augusta, Ga. through September …
For most of James Schacht’s career, he’s worked in large corporations. Since moving to Barnwell, South Carolina, Schacht’s volunteer work has driven him to bridge the gap between corporate and everyday citizen.
The 9th Annual Distinguished Men Who Cook & Mix event took place in Blackville on Saturday. Cooks from the area brought their best dishes to bring the community together again.
On Tuesday morning, with the help of inspiring and influential community leaders, the Blackville town council cut the ribbon on a new activity center.
The suspect in the February 2024 deaths of a Barnwell teen and her unborn child was sentenced to 50 years. Jacqueline Mae Reid, 64, of Barnwell, admitted to killing 17-year-old Maylashia Hogg …
Whether you’re driving through, or making the everyday commute, Barnwell’s circle is the town’s central attraction. A big piece of that attraction had been the old Bookwork building for so long.
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 …
The Tri-County Community Foundation is accepting applications for grants supporting early childhood education and health and fitness programs in Barnwell, Allendale and Bamberg counties. Grants …
Barnwell County Council met on Wednesday night for their August meeting to discuss issues on the Savannah River Site, and water lines, while also making positive reports.
