In Parts 1 and 2 of this series, The People-Sentinel examined how Ty’Ran Tyrell Dixon was arrested for the 2023 murder of Jasmine Roach and held for more than two months before authorities …

Barnwell police are searching for a man who broke into Barnwell Family Medicine early Friday morning before fleeing on foot into a nearby neighborhood, according to an incident report from the …

Barnwell County property owners will soon receive corrected tax bills for the 2025–2026 fiscal year after officials discovered a millage rate error that caused county taxes to be higher than …

Barnwell City Council’s November 3 meeting opened with gratitude for first responders and updates on major community projects, including infrastructure improvements and downtown revitalization …

The Strong and Fit group at the Blackville Community Center gathered Wednesday, Nov. 19, for a celebration of wellness, perseverance and community support as participants shared testimonies about …

Barnwell officials say the city is gaining momentum as it heads into fiscal year 2026, with several major projects underway to improve infrastructure, enhance recreation, and strengthen public …

In Part 1 of this three-part series, The People-Sentinel reported how Ty’Ran Tyrell Dixon was arrested for the 2023 murder of Jasmine Roach and incarcerated for more than two months before the …

Local residents and organizations came together Saturday to distribute 400 turkeys to families during a community giveaway event at the Blackville Community Center, marking what organizers hope will …

The Blackville Town Council swore in four members and continued discussions on several downtown revitalization projects during its meeting Monday, Nov. 17, including planned town hall upgrades and …

Barnwell police are searching for a man who broke into Barnwell Family Medicine early Friday morning before fleeing on foot into a nearby neighborhood, according to an incident report from the …

A frustrated resident’s plea over an overgrown county road opened Barnwell County Council’s Oct. 14 meeting, setting the tone for a night focused on infrastructure, workforce growth, and …

The Barnwell County School District held its annual Veterans Day program on Friday, November 14, bringing together students, educators and community members to honor those who served. The event was …

The Tri-County Community Foundation celebrated dozens of local organizations on Oct. 20 during its annual grant awards ceremony, recognizing projects that strengthen education, health and community …

A Barnwell man is recovering after a fire destroyed his home Nov. 10 at the corner of Marlboro Avenue and McDonald Drive. The fire broke out at 16 McDonald Drive, the home of Johnny Walker, who …

After his first season playing professional football in Finland, former Newberry College defensive lineman Ty’Ran Tyrell Dixon boarded a flight home to Columbia, S.C., expecting a quiet return. …

Barnwell County voters returned many familiar faces to office in last week's Nov. 4 municipal elections, where turnout reached 17.82%, according to official results. Of the county's 4,781 registered …

Across two separate gatherings this month, Barnwell County residents came together to honor the men and women who have served in the nation’s armed forces. First with a countywide luncheon at …

Nearly a year and a half after the murder of 25-year-old Megan Bodiford of Blackville, the man responsible for her death has been sentenced to more than four decades in prison. …

arnwell County, young animal lovers are finding a place to learn, connect and grow—no horse required. Led by volunteer 4-H Horse Club leader Holly Dana and co-leader Cindy Strickland, the …

A suspicious package discovered at Lake Brown on Oct. 30 prompted an extensive emergency response and temporary evacuation before it was determined to be non-explosive, according to Barnwell City …

Families filled the streets of Hilda for the town’s 9th Annual Trunk-or Treat, hosted by local churches and community partners. The event featured candy, games, and devotional giveaway …

Barnwell County School District leaders shared several facility and calendar updates during their Oct. 21 board meeting, highlighting continued progress on the new high school project and the recent …

When Barnwell County native Maryjane Edwards lost her daughter, Tiffani Camille Sims-Rudolph, to breast cancer last August, she wasn’t sure she’d ever find her voice again. Now, …

Angela Ray, the Barnwell woman at the center of a 2022 dog attack case, was sentenced Oct. 21, 2025, after pleading guilty to multiple counts of animal neglect, abandonment, and ownership of …