Debt collection scams can be one of the most frightening and persistent scam types. Victims often report that scammers harass them or their family members for weeks or even months, both at home and …

The beginning of a new year is often associated with increased interest in gym memberships, at-home workout equipment and programs designed around living a healthier lifestyle. As consumers recover …

As an educator, I remember the late nights all too well — the hours spent piecing together resources, searching online and crafting material. Like so many educators, I wanted my lessons to …

  Several days ago, someone told our grandson Alex that Lynchburg, Virginia, would get a foot of snow overnight. Lynchburg is his temporary residence as he studies to beçome a …

I’m not a fan of the movie Gladiator. I know, blasphe- my, right? I have a reason though. The one thing that has always stuck with me from the movie was the ending when Russell …

Given all of the political discontent across the United States, is there anything to be hopeful about? Susan Glisson, a Georgian who gained renown running the William Winter Institute for Racial …

  According to reports, more than 50% of us returned a Christmas gift during the 2023 holiday season. Clothing topped the list with home decor following close behind.    But with …

January 2, 2025 Theme: Ephesians 4:3 Make every effort to keep yourselves united in spirit, binding yourselves together with peace. Greetings to all, I hope and trust this letter finds you in good …

Dear Editor, This is a response to the article in the November 13 th , 2024 issue about the tragic death of Markayla Roberts. Her name was added to the lengthy list of young lives cut short in …

My daddy wouldn’t like today’s country music. Well, he’d like some of it, mainly the songs that sound country and with words a man could understand. I recorded the Country …

About this time every year since 2009, we implore state lawmakers to look at South Carolina’s big picture and do the work that will make life better for most people – those whose taxes …

  The start of a new year is the perfect time to resolve to protect your personal and financial information. BBB presents the following 10 New Year’s resolutions to fight scammers, prevent …

We’re in the midst of the holiday shopping season, and you may see offers for the best deals yet. It can feel even more exciting if you see a claim that as part of a holiday deal, the …

Greetings to each of you,  As we draw near to the end of 2024, we are looking ahead to a productive and prosperous 2025.  On behalf of Sheriff Steve “Grits” Griffith …

If you, like me, sometimes think that members of the human race have been vaccinated against kindness, we’re both wrong. It’s still here. We just need to turn away from all the hate and …

“Is it better to give or to receive?” That question was posed recently to a contestant on “Flip Side”, a survey television gameshow. The contestant had to decide whether …

Words are magic. No, seriously. If you read or write a well-crafted sentence, it casts a kind of spell on you that you wouldn’t expect. Words can make you feel things, believe things, …

Santa isn’t the only one keeping track of who is naughty and who is nice! The Better Business Bureau is warning consumers to beware of these common holiday scams: Be cautious shopping …

In today’s fast-paced world, the importance of athletic programs in schools goes beyond physical fitness. These programs play a crucial role in shaping the lives of our students, offering …

If you're familiar, there's a section of Facebook where it asks, "What's on your mind?"  Logged on, looking at it, there at the top of my profile page, I stopped, thought and …

Poetry. That art form that is so compelling, yet frustrating. A great poem can bring tears to your eyes. However, many students struggle with the ideas of rhyme, meter, and rhythm, and snore through …

As we come to the end of the first half of the school year, I want to take a moment to reflect on the incredible partnerships we share with our families. In Barnwell County School District (BCSD), we …

The holidays can be a festive and heartwarming time of year.  For many people, holiday parties, family gatherings, and celebrations with friends are times to eat, drink, and be merry. But …

Dear Editor, Many of us just assume things have always been the way they are now. A brief perusal of an old Williston Way dated September 16, 1953 brings to mind memories of the past …

A record 182 million Americans shopped in stores and online during the 2023 five-day holiday shopping period from Thanksgiving Day through Cyber Monday, according to the National Retail Federation. …