At just 16 years old, Zy’ell Ra’Keenah Rice, was a for- mer standout student at Al- lendale-Fairfax High School, who has turned her dreams into plans. Not only did she graduate …

Washington, D.C.  – For the second year in a row, Kinsleigh Ringus of Lexington High School won the Second District of South Carolina’s 2025 Congressional Art Competition.  …

On Thursday, June 19, residents from Allendale and surrounding communities gathered at the Allendale National Guard Armory for the Juneteenth Freedom Day event. Angela Doe Youmans, a dance …

The annual Independence Day celebration was held July 4 at Snelling Park. The evening was packed with friends, family, snow cones, music and, of course, fireworks!

When recent tax assessment notices arrived in local mailboxes, newly appointed Tax Assessor April Still’s phone started ringing. To answer many of the questions, Still is directing people …

On Saturday, June 28, the annual Allendale Ag + Art Tour brought visitors from across the region to explore the county’s farms, markets and local artistry. Although one of the four scheduled …

The Dreams, Imagination and Gift Development (DIG) Program has become an invaluable asset to the children and teens of Barnwell County, offering mentorship, education and hands-on opportunities to …

On March 9, director Melissa Goliver of Rhinestones Gems & Jewels Pageantry was able to help raise donations for the Barnwell County Animal Shelter with food, toys, blankets and more along with a …

The Cass Elias McCarter Guardian ad Litem Program, a division of the South Carolina Department of Children’s Advocacy is offering FREE ONLINE TRAINING to those interested in becoming a …

The vision of the South Carolina Department of Education (SCDE) is for all students to graduate ready for success in college, careers, and citizenship. To make this vision a reality, school districts …

Despite a heavy rainstorm, there was a great turnout for the Meet the Author event on April 24 at the Barnwell County Public Library. Barnwell resident Mary Beth Gibson, who publishes under the name …

A Williston man has been charged with attempted murder following a shooting early Tuesday morning that left another man paralyzed from the neck down. Joseph Samarco II, 24, of Williston, was arrested …

SOUTH CAROLINA, June 19, 2025 — All across South Carolina, residents can expect to experience sweltering heat and humidity over the next several days. The American Red Cross of South Carolina, …

The South Carolina Department of Public Health (DPH) and the Alliance for a Healthier South Carolina today announced the launch of South Carolina Health Compass — an online collection of data …

At its regularly scheduled board meeting Tuesday, June 24, the Barnwell County School District tackled a full agenda—finalizing the general fund budget for the 2025–26 school year, …

Barnwell County Bulls chosen as mascot for new consolidated high school The Barnwell County School District has completed a major step in the process of creating a new countywide high school and …

Cleanup efforts are underway at Huddle House in Barnwell following a fire. On Wednesday evening, June 25, firefighters from the City of Barnwell Fire Department were called to Huddle House on …

Williston native turns personal tragedy into healing memoir When Dekayla Jennings lost her mother to cancer at just 18 years old, her world fell apart. An only child, Jennings had spent nearly …

King George Lavender Farm in Barnwell hosted its annual Lavender Festival on June 7. Organizers estimate the festival attracted at least 1,300 attendees from all over South Carolina, North …

The Kelly Edwards High School Class of 1965 celebrated their 60th reunion on Saturday, May 24, 2025 at Houndslake Country Club in Aiken. Everyone enjoyed the reunion as they celebrated another …

Do you remember an old single frame comic strip titled, "Love is …" ? Well, today I've been contemplating exactly what Hope is. Dictionary.com says it's "A feeling of expectation and …

The City of Barnwell’s Independence Day Bash was held Friday, June 27 at Lions Club Park in Barnwell. The event included food trucks, vendors, live music by Rylan James, music by Gary Brantley, …

The following jurors are called for jury duty and should report to the Barnwell County Courthouse at 1 p.m. on July 14, 2025:   WILLISTON Cynthis Adams Quadre Anderson Esther H …

A string of car break-ins and a vehicle theft reported last week across Barnwell neighborhoods have prompted warnings from local law enforcement. According to incident reports, the crimes …