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In 2023, Hilary Hindman of Barnwell County and Kevin Roberts of the city of Barnwell shared a vision for improving recreational opportunities in the community. Together, they partnered to launch a …
What started as a heartbreaking announcement from the Barnwell County Animal Shelter turned into a powerful display of compassion — and a literal lifesaver for six dogs who were hours away from …
At 6:18 am the Allendale County Fire and Rescue was dispatched to Oakland Apartments for a motor vehicle accident. Upon arrival of fire units, officals found a tractor trailer had run into the back …
A local man was burned following a fire that also de- stroyed his home. Firefighters from the Barn- well Rural, Kline and Snelling fire departments responded to 890 Saint John Road in …
In 1787 the U.S. Constitution was penned primarily by James Madison. It is the oldest and one of the shortest written constitutions in the world and is the influencing document for every other …
Community members gathered Friday, April 11, at Veterans Memorial Park for the Child Abuse Awareness Walk, an event aimed at raising awareness, supporting survivors and educating the public on the …
Jefferson Davis Academy held its “Golden Hour” themed prom on Thursday, April 10 at Huckleberry Bay Barn in Hilda.
Barnwell High School held its “Phantom of the Opera” themed prom on April 11, in the gymnasium.
The University of South Carolina Salkehatchie will hold its annual commencement ceremony on Friday, May 2, at 10:30 a.m. on the Salkehatchie Commons at the Allendale campus. In the event of inclement …
On March 24, Barnwell County teen Kenzie McClary visited with meteorologists at WRDW/NBC studios in Augusta, Ga. “Kenzie has always had a fear of bad weather so we figured it would be best …
More than 130 high school students from across Orangeburg, Calhoun and Barnwell counties participated in a unique, hands-on learning experience designed to spark interest in health care and medical …
Does anybody remember The Yo-Yo Man? That’s what I asked several of my friends from elementary and high school—mostly retired now except for doctor appointments. I …
The Town of Hilda hosted its 4th Annual Easter Egg Hunt on Saturday, April 19. A great crowd of children hunted for more than 1,500 eggs and received some goodies from the Easter Bunny! Everyone also …
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 …
Community members gathered March 29 for the “Cultivating Light in the Darkness” walk, an event designed to raise awareness about mental health and spotlight the support available through …
At the April 7 meeting of the Barnwell City Council, citizens and officials gathered to discuss community projects, public safety milestones, and infrastructure plans, with several residents offering …
A beloved Williston kindergarten teacher is remembered for her impact on hundreds of students. Joanna Ashba, 66, of Williston, passed away April 14 after a brief battle with cancer. …
March 24, 2025. Barnwell, S.C. – The South Carolina Children’s Fund (SCCF) and Old Barnwell Golf Club (Old Barnwell) announced a $30,000 philanthropic investment today to fund 40+ …
The Barnwell County School District Board met March 18 to review ongoing projects and discuss initiatives shaping the district’s future. Superintendent updates, student achievements, and budget …
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. …
On March 25, 2025, local author M.B. Gibson released her fourth novel, Pryor Knowledge: Horse Racing, Love, and Slavery in the Antebellum South . The book is available at The Little Red Barn as …
While recent statistics point to a 6.1% decline in overdose deaths across South Carolina, the battle against substance abuse—especially in rural communities—remains far from over. …
For many, March 7 is just another date on the calendar. But for Ladovia Washington of Denmark, it marks the darkest day of her life — the day her 15-year-old son, Jha’Mauri Montrell …
For 20 years, Naomi DeFrenn has worked to ensure the integrity of local elections and promote the right to vote. On February 28, she retired as Barnwell County’s director of voter …
