South Carolina, thank you for putting your trust in me. I am deeply grateful for the opportunity to serve as your next United States senator. It is the honor of my life, and I will work every day to …

A few people I’ve written about who had a message for living a better life: J.B. Jones of Lumpkin County, Georgia. His message: Work hard for the people who trust you and always do the right …

Before choosing a contractor, booking a hotel or purchasing a product online, many consumers do the same thing: check the reviews. A business with hundreds of five-star ratings can certainly make a …

As the temperatures begin to drop and the colder months approach, many of us are pulling out our jackets, coats, and sweaters to prepare for the chilly days ahead. For most of us, staying warm is as …

A few people I’ve written about who had a message for living a better life: J.B. Jones of Lumpkin County, Georgia. His message: Work hard for the people who trust you and always do the right …

I got rid of my TV 12 years ago and have yet to miss it; however, yesterday, I saw on a news channel while on YouTube, something that shocked me into needing to write this article. The Governor of …

Imagine receiving an email warning that your online storage is full and your family photos, important documents, and other files could soon be deleted. The message looks like it came from a company …

It was a newborn October and supposedly autumn, but summer decided to sit a spell longer.  The weather in the mountains of northeast Georgia was warm, and I even waved away a few gnats, …

Fall has officially arrived. While cooler temperatures may take their time getting here, now is a good time to prepare your home for the colder months ahead. Our winters may be relatively mild, but …

The South has often been referred to as the Bible Belt, which has a nice ring to it, that is if you’re a believer in Jesus Christ and follow Him with enough humility of spirit to actually listen to …

Parenting brings moments of joy, plenty of questions, and days when finding the right words can be difficult. Whether we are trying to understand a child’s feelings, work through a disagreement, or …

Last April I sat on a bench, crying my eyes out. I was in a museum. It was the Flight 93 Memorial site where 40 souls lost their lives on September 11, 2001 in a field near Shanksville, …

As we begin the 2026–2027 school year, one of our priorities in Barnwell County School District is making sure families have access to clear information about what their children are expected to …

BBB Tip: Think Before You Scan — That QR Code Could Be a Scam QR codes have become part of everyday life. We scan them to view restaurant menus, pay for parking, get event tickets, download …

I begin by a story I think best illustrates why God’s tests seem so difficult to us believers in this life.   “There was a man born of an average American middle-class family. He …

Riding along in the rolling hills of the Ozark Mountains is a lot like traveling in Oconee and Pickens counties.  Soothing, curvy highways slide across the dense, verdant landscape.  The …

If you have a college student heading to campus soon, their mind is most likely on classes, tuition, and the endless list of school supplies. But amidst the excitement of a new semester, it’s easy …

August marks back-to-school season in South Carolina. It’s a season filled with anticipation for new coursework and academic progress, but also a time for students and families to reflect on the …

It is hard to believe the 2026–2027 school year is already here! This week, we officially welcome our faculty and staff back to Barnwell County School District, and there is always something …

It started in 2013 with little things. She would repeat herself, commenting, for example, on a particular store, using the same words every time she and her husband passed the place on the …

If you want  solar panels , be very careful when evaluating installation offers. Con artists use misleading sales tactics and lie to trick homeowners out of money and personal information. If …

Two hundred fifty years ago, the Declaration of Independence was adopted in Philadelphia. But America did not become a country only in that room. It became a country as the news moved from community …

Starting July 1, federal student loan programs will undergo significant changes impacting new borrowers and those already repaying their federal loans. The new …

As we prepare to celebrate Independence Day, communities across our country will gather for cookouts, parades, fireworks, and time spent with family and friends. While these traditions are a …

Utility scams are nothing new, but scammers are now using artificial intelligence (AI) to make their schemes more believable than ever. From cloned voices and realistic text messages to fake customer …