JJ's Learning Academy is celebrating nearly five years of serving students and families in Barnwell County while preparing for another busy school year with tutoring services and a summer reading …

Families, friends and visitors gathered at Lions Club Memorial Park in Barnwell for the City of Barnwell’s annual Independence Day Celebration. The evening featured local vendors, live music by …

The Southern Carolina Regional Chamber celebrated the graduation of its third Homegrown Leadership class during the fourth annual Homegrown Leadership Summit, recognizing participants who completed …

Barnwell County Council got its first detailed look at construction plans for the county’s proposed amphitheater park during a special-called meeting on June 24. The proposed park, which would …

For Ken Grumbling, becoming a United States citizen is something he has worked toward for years. After a childhood spent struggling to afford food and school supplies in the Philippines, he is now …

On June 18, the Williston Public Library hosted Sean Poppy, outreach coordinator with the Savannah River Ecology Lab (SREL), who brought live animals for an educational presentation on local …

After just one week of rehearsals, local kids are preparing to present Shrek Jr. as part of a summer theater camp. Kim Sanchelli, Director of Circle Theaters' summer camp, said kids received …

COLUMBIA, S.C. – National HIV Testing Day is Saturday, June 27, and the South Carolina Department of Public Health (DPH) is encouraging South Carolinians to get tested for HIV and other sexually …

Community leaders cut the ribbon on June 7 at the new Elko Farmers Market located at the intersection of Highway 78 and Highway 37 in Elko. This project was made possible by the Barnwell County …

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 …

A Florida man died after an 18-wheeler struck a utility pole late June 16 in Blackville, causing power lines to spark. The crash occurred at approximately 10:58 p.m. Tuesday near Solomon Blatt …

At just 28 years old, Zavion Flowers, a resident of Allendale County, was diagnosed with a chronic liver disease (Primary Sclerosing Cholangitis or PSC). Flowers got placed on the official liver …

More than 100 smoke alarms were installed across Barnwell and surrounding communities during a community-wide fire safety effort held Saturday, May 16. Members of the Barnwell Fire Department, …

A 32-year-old woman has been charged following a fatal two-vehicle collision June 7 near the Georgia state line in Allendale County. According to South Carolina Highway Patrol Corporal David …

Just one day before her life was cut short, Trevonna Elmore shared a message celebrating six years of marriage. “No gimmicks or games,” she wrote in a June 6 Facebook post. “Not perfect …

Barnwell County welcomed visitors on June 13 as part of the local Ag and Art Tour, a self-guided event that featured agriculture, handmade art and small businesses. The tour featured multiple …

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, …

The Barnwell County Public Library hosted “SC Plants the Seed” on June 9 at the Barnwell Farmers Market in partnership with market manager Dawn Snead. The event offered a fun, hands-on …

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 …

Williston Town Council recognized Williston Police Department Chief James “Jeep” Gainey during its June 8 meeting, honoring his leadership, service and commitment to both the department and the …

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. …

Humpty Dumpty Poultry Farm officially opened on May 29 with a ribbon-cutting ceremony at 2004 Fuller Pond Road. This celebrated the launch of a minority-owned farm that sells fresh and locally …

Barnwell City Council approved a $54,550 demolition project for three Jefferson Street properties and received updates on redevelopment efforts, infrastructure projects and community initiatives …

Families can now register for the 2026 Williston Youth Recreation football, flag football and cheerleading season. According to registration flyers, tackle football is open to youth ages 9–10 …