Have you ever experienced a series of events that began negatively, but wound up working perfectly together; producing unimaginably, favorable outcomes? Such circumstances don't happen often, …

When Carole King penned those lyrics, released on her Tapestry album back in 1971, the essence of her words portrayed loneliness felt by a deep sense of separation, distance, and longing tied to the …

“We’re driven by our heart to display the Good News of what Jesus Christ has done for sinners through His life, death and resurrection. That’s what drives us. The Grace of God to rescue broken …

As a little girl, Easter Sunday was always very special. Our family, like most others in every congregation, would dress in the best of our best Sunday best. My sisters and I donned special …

As February 2026 comes to a close, here’s something interesting to think about. As we flash back to February of 1926. Exactly 100 years ago, a century ago, historian Carter G. Woodson, the …

H ello again, dear readers. I hope all is well for you and yours. February is here and with it, pronounced thoughts of love rise, as do the warming temperatures outside our front doors, …

Gosh, how does it happen? The years go by so quickly. Moments over moments. Like individual snowflakes, accumulating into snowdrifts that become avalanches of time. Days that become years, …

Hello friends, I hope this season brings special blessings to you and your loved ones.  This week as I was out and about talking with our neighbors about Christmas traditions, it …

This past Friday, December 12, the Barnwell County Sheriff's Office (BCSO), in partnership with various members of the community, hosted their 3rd Annual Stuff-a-Bus event at the Barnwell Wal-Mart. …

Thanksgiving arrived a week early for approximately 140 people in the community who may not have enjoyed the holiday bounty at all, if not for the third annual Friendsgiving Day event.  The …

Well folks, hello again. I hope this week finds you and yours doing well. Our most recent People’s Perspective column focused on voting, and you, the people spoke, with freedom to make your …

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 …

As Jesus was getting ready to ascend to Heaven, He gathered the disciples together and said, “All authority has been given to Me in heaven and on earth. Go therefore and make disciples of all …

It’s been said a disciple of Jesus Christ doesn't just learn the teachings, they strive to embody them . Endeavoring to live as Jesus lived, emulating His character, actions, and attitude. …

Do you remember an old single frame comic strip titled, "Love is …" ? Well, today I've been contemplating exactly what Hope is. Dictionary.com says it's "A feeling of expectation and …

Th e N a t i o n a l D a y o f P r a ye r ( N D P ) i s observed by Americans of many religions including all demographics reflecting the United States of America. The theme for the 2025 National Day …

Catherine "Kitty" Sandifer believed life's greatest treasures were found in love, family, serving God and caring for flowers. If she could have had her way, I guess Kitty would have wished it was …

Yet another new chapter has opened in the story of Blackville. The town now features a variety of eateries to please practically anyone’s taste. The latest to join the lineup is Yellow …

As a teenager, I had a Bob Dylan poster hanging on my bedroom wall. My sister, at that time, talked my parents into sending me to modeling school with an additional course in public speaking. It …

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 …

Some memorable occurrences happened in 1976. Among them, nationally, the bicentennial of the United States was celebrated. In worldwide news, Steve Jobs and Steve Wozniak founded Apple Computer …