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CONWAY -- More than 1,000 students earned a spot on the President's List for the Spring 2023 semester at Coastal Carolina University. Students who made the President's List have achieved a 4.0 grade …
ANDERSON - The following students were named to the Dean's List at Anderson University for the spring semester, 2023. To be named to the Dean's List, a student must maintain a 3.5 grade point average …
The Blackville-Hilda High School Class of 1973 celebrated their 50th reunion with a weekend of festivities. On June 2, they held a western style fish fry at Hagood's Bistro Lounge. This was …
At the Allendale-Fairfax High School’s July 28 convocation, stewardship was the word of the day. “Today, as faculty and staff, board members, community [members], parents [and] students, I …
Dr. Margaret Gilmore entered her retirement party to an Alicia Keys anthem symbolizing her past six years at Allendale County School District (ACSD). ‘Girl on Fire’ has played in the …
Donna Taylor went above and beyond to help students soar to success. The long-time media specialist at Blackville-Hilda High School (BHHS) passed away on Sunday, July 2 at the age of 68. She …
Daphne Wood led the evolution of technology in Blackville-Hilda schools during her 37-year career as technology director. Wood arrived at her surprise retirement luncheon on March 16 with a report …
The Williston Elko High School Class of 1993 held the 30th Class Reunion on June 11, 2023 in Barnwell. The theme for this auspicious occasion was Red Carpet-Blue Blood. WE are eternally grateful for …
CLINTON - McKenzie Jackson of Barnwell has been inducted into the Alpha Alpha Alpha Honor Society at Presbyterian College. Founded in 2018 at Moravian College in Bethlehem, Penn., Tri-Alpha honors …
GREENWOOD - Lander University conferred bachelor’s and master’s degrees to over 500 graduates during the University’s 167th Commencement Ceremony on Wednesday, May 3. The Class of 2023 …
GREENWOOD — Lander University has announced the names of undergraduates who have been named to the prestigious Dean's List for the spring semester of 2023. To qualify for the Dean's List, a …
TUSCALOOSA, AL - A total of 516 students enrolled in UA Early College during Spring Semester 2023 at The University of Alabama were named to the director's list with an academic record of 3.6 or …
CHARLESTON -- The College of Charleston celebrated Spring 2023 Commencement with three ceremonies on May 12 & 13, 2023. Local graduates include: Zi'Kaya Crumley of Barnwell graduated Magna …
AIKEN - Aiken Technical College has announced its Dean’s List for the spring 2023 semester. To receive the honor, students must be enrolled in at least nine semester hours in a degree, diploma, or …
Barnwell School District 45 (BSD45) Teacher Forum representatives were recently able to experience a Hill Day sponsored by the Palmetto State Teachers Association (PSTA). Representing the BSD45 …
The ribbon was cut on June 26 opening the newly remodeled auditorium at Williston-Elko High School (WEHS). The $1.3 million project is nearly completed. The final touches include implementing …
AIKEN, S.C. (June 22, 2023) — Savannah River Mission Completion (SRMC), the liquid waste contractor at the Savannah River Site, is investing in the future workforce by donating a $20,000 gift to …
In its role as the managing authority for Allendale County Schools, the South Carolina Department of Education (SCDE) announced recently the appointment of Ms. Angela Jacobs as Interim Administrator …
The Rotary Club of Barnwell County ended the school year by recognizing four students for making a difference. The club met on May 11 to award two scholarships to high school seniors and recognize …
Over three thousand children in rural and underserved areas across the state received books throughout the month of May. The Original Six (O6) My First Library Program came to 38 schools to …
Barnwell High School’s cafeteria doesn’t look or taste like a traditional school lunchroom anymore. The cafeteria was recently transformed into a restaurant-style dining experience, complete …
Dr. Margaret Gilmore spent the last six years changing the headlines at Allendale County School District (ACSD) as superintendent. “Within six years, they’re like my family,” said Dr. …
The 2009 mural on the wall leading to the new high-tech facility at Macedonia Elementary-Middle School (MEMS) reads ‘powering into the future’-- a fitting slogan for the STEM iNovate Lab by STEM …
The Barnwell/Bamberg Adult Education program held their 2023 graduation ceremony on Tuesday, June 13th at the Barnwell State Park Community Building. Friends, family, coworkers, and …
On Wednesday, February 8th, the AVID classes which range from 9th to 11th graders, participated in the Boeing DreamLearners program in Charleston, SC. These students learned more about the …
