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 …

The Barnwell County School Board held their August regular meeting on Tuesday, Aug. 18 to discuss a lot of new business.

One of the greatest strengths of Barnwell County School District is the community that surrounds our schools. Our families care about what happens in our classrooms, our hallways, on our buses, on …

Sarah Cullen named to Kennesaw State's Spring 2026 President's List KENNESAW, GA -- Sarah Cullen of Williston has been named to the Kennesaw State University Spring 2026 President's List. …

Aiken, S.C. (August 11, 2026) – Get ready for one of the Southeast’s largest and most exciting college recruitment events. The 2026 CSRA College Night returns this fall with over 100 colleges, …

Barnwell County School District is preparing to welcome five new electric school buses to its transportation fleet. The buses, funded through the U.S.  Environmental Protection Agency's …

As I have reflected on the opening of this school year, my mind keeps returning to two moments: the day our entire district staff gathered together before students arrived and the excitement of …

CAYCE, S.C. - When Allendale native Zoe Dublin accepted an internship with Dominion Energy’s human resources team in Cayce, she expected to gain professional experience. What she didn’t expect …

The Women of Faith Sunday School class at Ashleigh Baptist Church recognized their educators during their morning service on August 9, 2026.   Melanie Dobson, media specialist, and …

A humanoid robot walked through the crowd, shaking hands and greeting children. A robotic dog captured plenty of attention nearby. Throughout the grounds, young people explored science, technology, …

Barnwell County School District recognized the exceptional dedication and achievements of its educators during the annual Teacher of the Year and Support Staff of the Year Banquet held on June 1, …

The seniors at Blackville-Hilda High School arrived two hours early to start their last year of high school off right.   On Monday, August 3, they held a “Senior Sunrise” breakfast …

After two weeks of early mornings, long rehearsals and hard work, the Bands of Barnwell County marching band gave family and friends a look at what they have been preparing for this season. The …

Students at Macedonia Elementary/Middle School in Blackville kicked off the 2026-27 school year on Monday, August 3.

Students at Kelly Edwards Elementary School kicked off the 2026-27 school year on Monday, August 3.

Students at Barnwell Primary School kicked off the 2026-27 school year on Monday, August 3.

1 st Row Left-to-Right: Shirley Corley-Williams, Mae Frances Johnson-Bates, Dianne Gloster-Williams, Lulia Thomas-Cave, Eartha Dean Hughes-Eady, Susan Hutto-Hilton, Roslyn Bellinger; 2 nd Row: Harry …

Community members, students, educators and elected officials gathered July 23 to celebrate the groundbreaking of the future Barnwell County High School, a project district leaders say will shape the …

Former People-Sentinel editor Dr. Chrissy Holliday has made history after being named the first woman president of Mohave College in Arizona. Holliday spent several years living and working in …

Bamberg-Barnwell Adult Education celebrated 31 graduates this year during the program’s first graduation ceremony held at the new Denmark location. The program recently moved from Barnwell …

As we begin another new school year in Barnwell County School District, there is a sense of anticipation that fills our schools. Hallways come alive as staff members return from summer break, and …

Barnwell native Samuel Tadamatla has been recognized by the University of South Carolina with one of its top student leadership honors. Tadamatla, a rising sophomore at the University of South …

Barnwell High School will be well represented on Saturday, August 8, 2026 from 7 p.m. until 11 p.m. at El BAB Shrine Club in Barnwell when former classmates gather to renew ole friendships, reminisce …

Reid Barker named to The College of Charleston Spring 2026 Dean's List CHARLESTON -- Reid Barker of Barnwell was named to the College of Charleston Spring 2026 Dean's List. Barker is majoring in …

Students in Felicia Kinard's Gifted and Talented at Allendale-Fairfax Middle School celebrated a milestone few young writers ever experience — becoming published authors. The class completed a …