Agriculture has long been the backbone of South Carolina, and in Barnwell County, it is more than just an industry—it is an opportunity for education, leadership, and career development. …

Journalism aims to part the clouds on otherwise shaded parts of our federal, state, and local government. During Sunshine Week, an annual nonpartisan celebration of transparency and accountability, a …

Effective school districts don’t succeed by chance—they thrive through careful planning, collaboration, and a shared vision for the future. Strategic planning is the cornerstone of this …

Information coming from our county Alcohol and Drug agency Axis I is important to make sure Barnwell County citizens have the information, so here is some of it. Synthetic THC, the lab-made …

Tom Junod is living proof of the old saw that “good things come to those who wait.” He wrote a piece for Esquire magazine in 1998 and, 21 years later, that story became a movie. …

With the news that retailer JOANN Fabrics declared  bankruptcy  and announced the closure of all physical store locations, scammers are wasting no time setting up fake going out of business …

When it comes to designing a state-of-the-art Career and Technical Education (CTE) focused high school, the planning phase is just as critical as the final product. Every detail—from …

Dear Editor, I am pleased to announce that we have finally received our ABC Quality score for our Williston Child Development Center. While it is a “C” rating, this gives us the …

Imagine ending your day, exhausted from work or school, only to realize you have no bed to sleep in. For many children in Barnwell County, this is a heartbreaking reality.  Across our …

Dear Editor, The current American government has driven the majority of civilized people to the point of exasperation. Most people have realized the waste has needed to be eliminated since …

As I sit in my tiny, overstuffed study at home, I am almost embarrassed, So much material, so many books, so many clippings, so many letters, files, cabinets. Memorabilia galore. Somebody, or …

Dear Editor, On behalf of the Allendale County SC250 Committee, we want to thank the community for supporting last month’s Revolutionary Days observances. The commemoration could not …

A recent comment from a reader came in with a popular notion from a few years back when Republicans weren’t totally in control of S.C. politics: term limits.  The reader said, “It is …

Scammers are at it again, posing as representatives from loan processing companies to trick consumers into sharing personal information, most recently using the name Jessica. This  advanced fee …

Founded in 1973 by the late Posey Belcher, the Barnwell County Ministerial Coalition, originally called the Barnwell County Ministerial Association, has been a pillar of faith and service in our …

For over four decades, the Barnwell County Helpline, 501c3, has stood as a beacon of hope and collaboration, ensuring the citizens of our community can access the resources and support they need. …

Achieving financial wellness is crucial for a secure and stress-free life. Whether you're looking to save more, reduce debt, or simply manage your money better, practical and effective strategies can …

Dear Editor, As February is American Heart Month and since I found myself healing from open heart surgery (which was the last thing I thought I would be healing from), I was prompted to write to …

The man sitting across from me at a restaurant was picking at his chicken pot pie, talking more than eating. He had a story to tell. He was born on Aug. 20, 1944 in a hospital in Fayetteville, …

Dear Editor, Willie “Ed” Ray and family are grateful and would like to thank all first responders from Williston as well as surrounding area fire departments, EMTs, and 911 …

Dear Editor, In mid-December, I mailed a letter – not an email, text or voice message to Congressman Joe Wilson – directly to Wilson’s office in Washington, D.C. regarding the …

It’s no secret that the last four years have been brutal for small businesses across South Carolina and the nation. From the COVID-19 pandemic to heavy inflation, small businesses have …

While legitimate sellers use modern technologies to simplify the car-buying process, fraudsters use similar technology to carry out elaborate impostor scams.   Since Better Business …

I used to only want tangible copies of books. However, I’m slowly coming around to enjoy- ing Kindle books more and more. Now, don’t get me wrong, I will always love print …

The IRS recently announced that they will begin accepting 2024 tax returns on Monday, January 27 th  and the filing deadline will be Tuesday, April 15 th . If you need help with your tax …