For the second year in a row, a Barnwell real estate company has given back to the community. Arete Real Estate, formerly The Rebekah Grubbs Group, donated $5,000 to the Dreams Imagination & …

The start of a new year is the perfect time to resolve to protect your personal and financial information. BBB presents the following 10 New Year’s resolutions to fight scammers, prevent identity …

North Augusta, SC — In the spirit of the season and in keeping with the credit union philosophy of People Helping People, SRP Federal Credit Union is proud to announce that its Board of Directors …

President Donald Trump recently  issued an executive order  to preempt states from passing new legislation or having laws on the books that regulate artificial intelligence, with some …

According to reports, more than 50% of us returned a Christmas gift during last year’s holiday season. Clothing topped the list with home decor following close behind.  But with holiday …

The Barnwell City Council covered a wide range of administrative updates, public concerns and department reports during its monthly meeting on Monday, Dec. 1, including the certification of municipal …

The Southern Palmetto Regional Chamber of Commerce has been named one of the 2025 Carolinas Accredited Chambers by the Carolinas Association of Chamber of Commerce Executives (CACCE). This …

Blackville Town Council held its final meeting of the year Monday, Dec. 15, addressing year-end priorities, recognizing community contributions and outlining funding needs for the coming year. …

A record 202.9 million consumers shopped in stores and online during the five-day holiday shopping period from Thanksgiving Day through Cyber Monday, according to the National Retail Federation. This …

During the holidays, many retailers set up temporary pop-up shops or booths to sell their merchandise. This allows shoppers to browse unique holiday gifts and other merchandise in …

Barnwell City Council’s November 3 meeting opened with gratitude for first responders and updates on major community projects, including infrastructure improvements and downtown revitalization …

DENMARK, SC - Denmark Technical College recently held a completion ceremony celebrating its latest Nuclear Fundamentals Apprenticeship graduates. This achievement reflects the college’s growing …

Santa isn’t the only one keeping track of who is naughty and who is nice! The Better Business Bureau is warning consumers to beware of these common holiday scams:   Be cautious …

Barnwell officials say the city is gaining momentum as it heads into fiscal year 2026, with several major projects underway to improve infrastructure, enhance recreation, and strengthen public …

The Blackville Town Council swore in four members and continued discussions on several downtown revitalization projects during its meeting Monday, Nov. 17, including planned town hall upgrades and …

The 2025 holiday shopping season is shaping up to be steady and resilient, with retailers starting earlier promotions and offering more options to meet shoppers’ needs. …

A frustrated resident’s plea over an overgrown county road opened Barnwell County Council’s Oct. 14 meeting, setting the tone for a night focused on infrastructure, workforce growth, and …

COLUMBIA, S.C. – Angel Brabham and Beverly Allen of Allendale County joined women from across the state in Columbia, September 28- 30, for the South Carolina Farm Bureau Federation’s …

As Black Friday sales seem to start earlier every year,  Small Business Saturday  remains something special. It’s a reminder to pause and thank the local …

Wow—what a welcome! On behalf of the Hampton family and our leadership team, thank you for making Hampton Lumber feel right at home here in South Carolina. From the first …

The holidays are fast approaching, and with that comes spikes in reports to  BBB Scam Tracker   regarding delivery-related scams and “porch pirates” – thieves who brazenly …

“The Palmetto State has welcomed us with open arms,” said Randy Schillinger, CEO of Hampton Lumber, at the groundbreaking ceremony. “You’ve made it an easy decision.” …

If you are adding or changing your  Medicare  or  Healthcare.gov  coverage during open enrollment, watch out for unsolicited calls claiming to "help" you find the best deal. …

Choosing a business to work with can sometimes feel overwhelming - but it doesn't have to be. Whether you're  hiring a contractor , booking a service, or making a big purchase, a little research …

If you see an ad for extremely discounted Halloween costumes, beware!  BBB Scam Tracker  has received a few reports of phony websites offering deals that are too good to be true …