A family altercation turned deadly last week. On Tuesday, September 17, deputies from the Barnwell County Sheriff’s Office (BCSO) responded to a double shooting that left one victim dead …

The Barnwell County Sheriff's Office (BCSO) hopes to build relationships with the community at two upcoming events. Law enforcement around the world are under intense scrutiny and some members of the …

I love exploring new places, meeting new people, and learning new things. That’s partly why my job as a journalist is a perfect fit. But it’s also why I love traveling to places across …

The Barnwell County School District (BCSD) is currently in negotiations over land for a new county-wide high school and career center. At their September 10 special meeting, the BCSD board …

Grandparents Day felt a little different for me this year. You see, this was the first year I didn’t have any grandparents to call or visit since my last grandparent passed away almost one year …

The City of Barnwell will observe trick-or-treating on Thursday, October 31 (Halloween night) this year. Since 2022, the City of Barnwell has observed trick-or-treating on the last Saturday of …

A North Augusta man is charged with negligent manslaughter in the death of a Barnwell man. On September 6, Barnwell County sheriff’s deputies, with the assistance of the SLED Fugitive …

The Barnwell County School District board is expected to vote on a location for a new county-wide high school. In June, a community meeting was held to present four options for a new …

Officials for Barnwell County and its municipalities invite residents to learn how their pennies have the potential to create progress. Local mayors along with town council members and county …

The Barnwell County School District board held its first meeting since the consolidation of the county’s districts took effect July 1. School employees, parents, candidates for school board, …

Geronia Johnson is officially off the clock. July 26, 2024 marked Johnson’s retirement from SRP Federal Credit Union (SRPFCU) as the front line service supervisor at the Barnwell branch. …

The Hodsdons performed a love offering concert at Long Branch Baptist Church in Williston on Sunday, August 18. The Hodsdons are a family singing group rooted in traditional southern gospel and light …

A routine trip to the post office to check mail turned into a frustrating situation for a number of residents and businesses who found their boxes locked.  Holders of over 100 P.O. boxes at …

A local attorney was recognized for decades of service to two municipalities. The City of Barnwell and Town of Williston united on June 23 for a celebration of Tom Boulware at the Barnwell County …

A new business aims to give customers a healthy boost – one bowl at a time. April Robinson opened Low Country Acai Bowls in downtown Barnwell in April. They serve acai bowls featuring a …

Engine 116 of the Charleston Fire Department won a 2023 New Life Award for providing “exceptional service” in assisting in the birth of a child. This New Life Award was presented to …

Newly released details provide more perspective on a fatal hit and run.  Samantha Leighan Cannon, 19, of Barnwell, turned herself in to law enforcement on August 3. She is charged with hit …

The Barnwell County Consolidated School District board spent most of its final meeting renaming – or not renaming – several facilities. The June 17 meeting was the board’s final …

Plenty of presents were brought to Kathy McCall's 90th birthday party, but they weren’t for the birthday girl. The long-time Barnwell resident celebrated turned 90 on August 4. On August …

A Barnwell man was killed this weekend in an Aiken County wreck. The wreck occurred around 7:15 a.m. Saturday, Aug. 10 on Edgefield Hwy. (Hwy. 19 N.) near Old Friar Rd., approximately 10 miles …

Two sisters from Blackville were among more than 1,600 students selected to attend a unique gathering in the nation’s capital.  Twins Macey and Madelyn Respass of Blackville were …

Christ Presbyterian Church has been undergoing a transformation.  The Barnwell church recently adopted a new vision, goals and logo. They’ve also added new opportunities and hope to …

Filing is underway for the first elected Barnwell County School District board. All five school board seats will be on the November 5 General Election ballot. Candidate filing opened on August 1 …

The World Series winning Barnwell Ponytails were welcomed home with sirens and cheers.  The All-Star softball team traveled to Louisiana for the third year in a row to compete in the Dixie …

A hit and run left a pedestiran dead and the driver charged.  Eugene Brabham, 69, was walking on Highway 64 toward the Town of Snelling on Saturday, August 3 when he was struck by a …