The Barnwell County Council met for the last time under the guidance of current Chairman Harold Buckmon before the chairman seat rotates to Vice Chairman Jerry Creech. Chairman Creech’s 2023 …

The community came out for Maurice Austin’s 3rd Annual Toy Giveaway held at Ned Branch Missionary Baptist Church on December 17. Children in the City of Barnwell took pictures with Santa, ate …

When Mayor Brett Williams hinted that a reindeer might make an appearance at the Williston Tree Lighting on the evening of December 10, 2022, he left residents wondering how such an occurrence would …

The People-Sentinel is expanding its coverage thanks to a grant from Report for America (RFA). RFA is a non-profit organization that seeks to place skilled journalists in underserved and unserved …

Barnwell School District 45 students, teachers, and administrators had a moment in the spotlight on Oct. 25 when filming a video with Van Robotics, The Smart Robot Tutor company. The video was shot …

Vorise Peeples suggested to prosecutors the man who stabbed her on June 11, 2019 in her Charles Street home spend 22 years in prison–serving one year for each year she thought he had been alive at …

The Barnwell Police Department (BPD) is actively investigating a Sunday morning shooting on Hiott Street that left one man dead. Laventae Thomas, 24, of 196 Hiott Street, Barnwell, was killed in a …

When Peggy Kirkland spotted Charles Leary struggling to stay upright in the whipping wind as he walked along a Barnwell road, God told her to intervene. Leary began his journey to Virginia from …

Teachers often have to pay for classroom decorations, prizes, equipment, and other supplies out of their own pockets. Most teachers are happy to buy small treats, prizes, or some decorations for …

The Williston Town Council met Nov. 14 to determine dates for upcoming events, set procedures to fill the vacant council seat, and recognize individuals who stand on the frontlines of local …

The Circle was filled with holiday spirit at the City of Barnwell’s annual Christmas parade and tree lighting. This year, the Christmas tree has been donated by Emmet and Caitlin Black in honor …

The invocation was led and scriptures were read before the citizens of Kline joined together in song at the town’s annual Christmas celebration held on December 4 at the town hall. The crowd was …

Around 75 sixth-grade students from Allendale-Fairfax Middle School and Colleton County Middle School participated in USC Salkehatchie’s Take Flight! Aviation Camp. The camp is offered as part …

The Rebecca Motte chapter of the Daughters of the American Revolution unveiled a marker and an exhibit panel based on USC Salkehatchie Professor Dr. David Dangerfield’s research on race and the …

Every seat was filled at the November 21 Blackville Town Council meeting to learn about new jobs, discuss upcoming opportunities, and recognize recreational athletes. TIVA Hiring TIVA Building …

Theatre students from Blackville-Hilda and Williston-Elko high schools are ready to get the community in the Christmas spirit. The Theatre 1 classes from both Williston and Blackville will perform …

Seven high school students were recognized by the Rotary Club of Barnwell County. During the Oct. 13 and Nov. 10 meetings, the club recognized local high school students for exemplifying the …

A record-breaking $11.9 million in grants were awarded to arts organizations, arts learning efforts, and artists by The S.C. Arts Commission (SCAC) to ensure continued statewide access to art. …

https://youtu.be/AUctVDj36mA The South Carolina Department of Public Safety is urging motorists that are planning to travel this Thanksgiving week to slow down and pay attention behind the …

During this season of Thanksgiving, a Barnwell woman is thankful to be back at work nearly four months after a dog attack. Rose Hartzog was viciously attacked by a pack of loose dogs on July 18 as …

Calvary Baptist Church in Barnwell has served as a collection site for Operation Christmas Child since 2018, and this holiday season is no different. This year, 2,179 shoeboxes were collected from …

The Barnwell County Consolidated School District board is almost entirely new after the recent election. BCCSD board chair Ronald Brown and vice chair Ethel Faust are the only two transitional …

New and expectant parents were welcomed at the Barnwell County First Steps’ Community Baby Shower on Saturday, November 5 for a wealth of information, supplies, and support surrounding early …

Multiple Barnwell County fire departments responded to a “suspicious fire” last week that underwent investigation by the South Carolina Law Enforcement Division (SLED). Around 6:50 p.m. on …

The City of Barnwell met on Nov. 7 to discuss a state insurance policy for all city employees, detail required updates to police policy, and update the community on future events. Insurance The …