Per the Barnwell Police Department, two shootings occurred last week on Wednesday, November 4 at the Colony West Apartments and on Cherry Street. Reporting officers Corporal James Sapp and …

The second Healthcare/Safety committee meeting brought mayors and fire chiefs into council chambers to discuss the recent developments in the County Fire Service Ordinance. OPENING STATEMENT …

There seems to be a little confusion in our community, and we want to clear it up! While Generations Unlimited officially closed its doors earlier this year, the Gail Reyes Center is still OPEN, …

Brian Smith was informed Monday, November 2 that his tenure as the head coach for the Barnwell Warhorse football team is over with the conclusion of the 2026 season.  Barnwell lost a …

As citizens of a nation that’s sent many to war in its time, the least anyone can do is honor those who have served and returned to tell their story, as well as those who gave the ultimate …

Last Wednesday, November 4, the driver of a company box truck suffered a medical emergency while at the wheel, crashing into the Williston AutoZone. Lieutenant John Griffin with the Williston …

Due to early voting, the October regular meeting for Blackville Town Council was inside the courtroom. That didn’t stop a standing room only crowd from attending the meeting though. WASTE …

The 2026 Blackville-Hilda High School homecoming court was crowned during halftime at the Oct. 9 football game. Pictured from left to right: 2025 Homecoming Queen Sa’Riyah Vinson, 2026 1st …

Hilda was filled with Halloween spirit as approximately 800 children and thousands of visitors attended the town's 10th Annual Trunk-or-Treat celebration. The event featured 38 creatively decorated …

From Oct. 23-24, Barnwell was the hub for barbeque in the region as the Southern Palmetto Regional Chamber hosted the 5th Annual BBQ, Blues and Boos event. Great people, bands, vendors and BBQ …

Barnwell police are investigating a burglary at Jam Rock Kravinz and an attempted break-in at Natta’s Sweet Treats, both reported early Monday, Oct. 26. On Monday, Oct. 26 around 5:30 a.m., …

Celebration turned into chaos and confusion at the City of Barnwell’s recreation football games on Monday, Nov. 2. The city’s parks and recreation department was holding its final games of …

On a crisp Friday morning on October 23, Republican U.S. Congressman Joe Wilson visited Barnwell’s Country Cafe to meet with members of city council and discuss low country growth. After …

Hagood Baptist broke ground on their new church’s site with an official ceremony on October 25, marking a historic moment since the August 11 lightning induced fire caused the congregation to …

Barnwell County Superintendent Dr. Crissie Stapleton shared many positive district updates during the Barnwell County School District Board’s October 20 meeting. DISTRICT UPDATES …

As a breast cancer survivor herself, Becky Geeting holds a Party in Pink themed Zumba class during the month of October for breast cancer awareness. The class itself is held every Monday and …

During the wee hours of the morning at approximately 3:30 a.m. on October 14, Williston Fire Chief Timbo Williams and his crew got the call to put out a house fire in Williston. Located at 35 SE …

Voters in South Carolina House District 91 will choose between incumbent Rep. Lonnie Hosey and challenger Daniel Alexander in the Nov. 3 general election. Hosey, a Democrat from Barnwell, is …

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, …

Your phone rings, and the caller says they can help you get better Medicare coverage. They promise lower costs, extra benefits, or a new Medicare card. All they need is your Medicare number. …

WILLISTON, SC — Dreams Imagination & Gift Development Program (DIG), a Barnwell County  nonprofit building a K-12-to-college STEMM pipeline in rural South Carolina, today announced it …

Barnwell and Allendale County voters may cast their ballots prior to the 2026 General Election as the early voting period has opened. Early voting opened Monday, Oct. 19 and will close on …

COLUMBIA, S.C. – The South Carolina Department of Public Health (DPH) encourages residents to participate in the upcoming National Prescription Drug Take Back Day on Saturday, Oct. 24, by cleaning …

Being diagnosed with breast cancer on April 1st is no joke. For Susan Gardner, it was the beginning of a long process to recovery and spreading awareness. Breast cancer has many different types …