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Warhorses whip Warriors 43-12

The Warhorses ran to a 43-12 win over Whale Branch and have won back-to-back games as they get ready for the playoffs this Friday at Timberland.
The Barnwell Warhorses are getting healthier down the stretch, and it shows.  After getting a couple of players back from injury, the Horses running game is looking stronger. For the second …
Hawks ready for playoffs
Blackville-Hilda ended the regular season winning 5 of their last 6 games, including a 27-6 victory over the Williston-Elko Blue Devils on Oct. 31. The Hawks will host McCormick in the 1st round of …
The JDA Raiders are ready to battle the Holly Hill Academy Raiders for the Region Championship this Friday night at JDA.
JDA Raiders win wild shootout 74-72
There have been some wild shootouts throughout history. Everyone knows about the shootout at the O.K. Corral. Many have seen movies like The Magnificent Seven. Well, Friday night’s wild west …
The JDA Raiders are the SCISA 1-A Region Champions!
Region Champions!
The Jefferson Davis Academy Raiders are the SCISA Region 1-A volleyball Region Champions for 2025. The Raiders played to a nearly flawless 9-1 region record to capture the Region Championship for …
Nehemiah "Fat" Brown ran for 139 yards and 3 touchdowns against Edisto.
Warhorses down Cougars 20-6 and earn playoff berth
The Barnwell Warhorses rode into Edisto last Friday, October 24 for a Region 5-AA contest. Despite having a tough season due to injuries, the Warhorses were in a position to earn a playoff spot with …
Kaiden Davis (#2) scored on a punt return and again on a long reception for the Hawks.
Hawks soar to 4th straight win
The Blackville-Hilda Hawks took their three-game winning streak on the road last Friday, October 17, when they traveled to face Calhoun County in a Region 3-A battle. From the first quarter, the …
Obituaries
Joyce Harley
Joyce Harley
MONCKS CORNER - Funeral services for Joyce Lee Harley, 94, of Moncks Corner, S.C. will be held at 2 p.m. Saturday, November 8, 2025 in the Folk Funeral Home Chapel, Williston, S.C. with Dr. Thomas …
Ashley Jean Wilson
Ashley Jean Wilson
Ashley Jean Wilson, 40, passed away Thursday, October 30, 2025, surrounded by her loving family. Ashley was the daughter of Bobby Frank Wilson and Shirley Ann Howard Wilson. Ashley was born in …
Rose Marie Stephens Davis
Rose Marie Stephens Davis
BLACKVILLE - Rose Marie Stephens Davis, 83, of Blackville, S.C. passed away on October 27th, 2025. She was born on February 20th, 1942 to the late Flora Knighten Stephens and Chester Stephens. She …
Joe Williams
Joe Williams
BARNWELL - A Celebration of Life Service for Joe Wallace Williams, 73, of Barnwell, South Carolina, will be held Saturday, November 22, 2025, at 1 p.m. at Living Waters Fellowship in Barnwell, with …
Jimmie Lee Sullivan Sr.
Jimmie Lee Sullivan Sr.
BARNWELL - Jimmie Lee Sullivan Sr. passed away on Saturday, October 25th, 2025 at Aiken Regional Medical Center surrounded by his family. He was born on September 2nd, 1944 in Hampton, S.C. to …
Education
Dr. Crissie Stapleton is superintendent of the Barnwell County School District.

Superintendent's Column: Rooted in compassion: How the Tri-County Community Foundation is lighting the way in Barnwell County

On Monday, October 20th, a gathering took place at the Barnwell County Library—a celebration that reminded everyone in attendance of the extraordinary people and compassionate work happening …

Big dreams get bigger for DIG with SRNS donation

A big donation is helping a local organization dig a little deeper in its dream of creating a state-of-the-art education center.  The Dreams, Imagination and Gift Development program …

Superintendent's Corner: The Impact of the Rotary Club of Barnwell County in Our Schools

In every successful school system, there is a network of dedicated community partners working quietly—and with great influence—behind the scenes. These are the organizations that don't …

Rotary Club honors first Service Above Self winners of the school year

The Rotary Club of Barnwell County celebrated the first Service Above Self winners of the 2025-26 school year.  Students from Barnwell High School, Williston-Elko High School, …
Warnock

Denmark Technical College honors 56 at fall convocation

DENMARK, SC - Denmark Technical College held its fall honors convocation last week, celebrating academic excellence, leadership and the college’s commitment to student success. The …
The tour group got to witness the King’s Guard walk in formation.

Barnwell County students experience trip of a lifetime in London

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. …
Dr. Crissie Stapleton

Superintendent's Corner: Recognizing our principals- Honoring the leaders who shape our schools and community

October is National Principals Month, a time set aside to recognize and celebrate the incredible dedication of school leaders across the country. Here in Barnwell County, we are proud to join this …

Former BCCSD superintendent named Georgia Teacher of the Year finalist

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 …

Barnwell native finds family inspiration in publishing children’s book series

For Barnwell County native Dana (Lackey) Zorn, storytelling isn’t just about imagination—it’s about connection. What began as a creative outlet inspired by real-life experiences has …

Ketch-I-Kan heading to Nationals

The Barnwell Warhorses went to the State Championship football game last season. The Blackville-Hilda Hawks won many medals, including several gold medal State Championships. This year, a different …
2025 Wedding Guide

Opinion
Kelvin Collins

BBB Scam Alert: Beware of health care cons during open enrollment

If you are adding or changing your  Medicare  or  Healthcare.gov  coverage during open enrollment, watch out for unsolicited calls claiming to "help" you find the best deal. …
Donna-Maria Conzalina

The People's Perspective: What specific issues are on your mind as the local community prepares to vote?

The People-Sentinel publisher and owner, Jonathan Vickery, and I, Donna-Maria Conzalina, are excited to introduce this brand new column to you, our readers!  The People’s Perspective …
David B. Corder

A lot of spooky book recommendations

Spooky Season is upon us!   When I started this column four years ago, one of my first articles was about five books to read for the autumn season. Well now I’m back, but this …
Dear Editor, I have been rather remiss and checking my sources lately and ran across the obituary for Brenda Lemon. While I did not grow up in Barnwell and did not know her as well I would have …
As our team reported last week, a routine performance evaluation for the county administrator turned into a resignation that shocked and surprised county leaders.  Barnwell County …
Entertainment

The music, the food, the fun at BBQ, Boos & Blues

Crowds came to Barnwell Oct. 24 and 25 to enjoy competition barbecue and "anything butt" samples, multiple blues bands, and competitive cornhole. The 2-day event was hosted by the Southern Palmetto …

Inaugural trunk or treat draws large crowd to Barnwell

The City of Barnwell’s first-ever trunk or treat drew more than 1,000 children to downtown Barnwell on Halloween night, Oct. 31. A variety of businesses, churches, organizations, and …

Spooky & cute

The Halloween spirit started early as the Barnwell County Family YMCA hosted its annual Trick-or-Treat Trail and Haunted Trail events Oct. 18. "We are always blown away and so grateful for the …
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