The South Carolina Department of Education has announced Dr. Vallerie Coath Cave as the finalist candidate for the Allendale County Schools superintendent position. Parents, students, and …

Jermaine Stokes blesses people daily with his positive attitude, work ethic, and smile. The community returned the favor for his birthday. The Barnwell native works two jobs – at Country …

A case involving child negligence has been remanded back to law enforcement for further investigation per a judge’s order after the defense alleged a lack of investigative procedure. On June 26, …

Two months after the firing of Allendale County Administrator Bert O’Rear, the Allendale County Council has not yet stated the reason for his termination. On July 27, The People-Sentinel sent …

The Second Baptist Church health ministry has partnered with the S.C. Witness Project and Clemson University Department of Public Health Science to bring the mobile pharmacist vaccination team to …

Andy Hogg dutifully served Barnwell County for over 40 years in many capacities. Now, he is retiring from roles in the county fire service, law enforcement, rescue squad, and his full-time position …

On August 17, the Allendale County Council worked on numerous issues that will affect the Allendale community, including healthcare resources, broadband services and the state of the county’s …

The Barnwell Farmer’s Market located at Fuller Park is bringing local farmers and artisanal vendors to the community for the second year in a row. Held on Tuesday mornings from 8 a.m. to 12 …

Filing is closed and the slate of municipal candidates for Nov. 7 is finalized. Here’s a look at the council and mayoral seats that will be on the ballot for the municipalities of Barnwell, …

Before the City of Barnwell called their August 7 meeting to order, a public hearing was held regarding the 2023-24 budget. With minimal comment from the public, the budget was later passed on the …

Cody Allen Davis, 29, of Williston was arrested on July 26 by the Barnwell County Sheriff’s Office (BCSO) after a 19-year-old was found dead. Deputies responded to a residence in Barnwell County …

On the afternoon of Friday, August 11, the steeple atop Hagood Avenue Baptist Church (HABC) was struck by lightning and fire broke out. Children at Barnwell Primary School, shoppers at Barnwell …

Losing their building to a fire has only further ignited the faith of the members of Hagood Avenue Baptist. As the building burned August 11 following a lightning strike, church members and …

Recently, 26 participants completed Parent University, a program that was included in the Williston-Elko Strategic Plan and Academic Recovery Plan as a way to engage parent involvement. This was the …

On Saturday morning, August 12, the Allendale Police Department announced in a Facebook post that the night before they had detained a 13-year-old boy in connection to a shots fired …

The Barnwell County Sheriff’s Office (BCSO) hosted numerous law enforcement agencies and service organizations at the third annual law enforcement expo on Saturday, Aug. 12. A crowd came out to …

Cheryl Murdock received the Murray L. Vincent Outstanding Prevention Professional Award, which recognizes an individual who has significantly impacted adolescent pregnancy prevention in South …

*Warning: The following article contains graphic material that may not be suitable for all readers. Justin Lee Graham, 35, of 81 Haven Hill Circle in Barnwell was arrested on June 27 and charged …

Filing is underway for residents interested in being a candidate on the November General Election ballot. Here’s a look at the council and mayoral seats that will be on the Nov. 7 ballot for the …

Dr. Crystal "Crissie" Stapleton has been selected to serve as the superintendent of the recently formed Barnwell County School District (BCSD). “Barnwell County School District Board of Trustees …

The first 500 children to attend the Barnwell County Sheriff’s Office’s (BCSO) third annual Law Enforcement Expo on Saturday, August 12 will receive a backpack filled with school supplies …

High levels of per-and polyfluoroalkyl substances (PFAS) — a group of toxic chemical compounds often called “forever chemicals” — have been found at high levels in creeks, rivers and …

At the July 17 Blackville town council meeting, Mayor Ronnie Pernell gave an update on current projects, needs, and incoming funding. This comes after a June 29 budget hearing where the council …

Thorne Ambulance Service (TAS) has established services in Barnwell County a month before their official transition date, providing the county with four ambulances. There are currently two TAS …

Many questions remain after Allendale County administrator Bert O’Rear was suddenly fired by the Allendale County Council in June. The county administrator is typically responsible for looking …