Law enforcement from across South Carolina a r e u n i t i n g t o h e l p Barnwell County students head back to school. The annual Law Enforcement Expo is scheduled for this Saturday, August 2 from …

On Tuesday mornings throughout the month of June, the Barnwell County Sheriff's Office in conjunction with McDonald's hosted the GRITS Reading Event. Deputies read books to the children and had a …

There is no greater responsibility to our school district than the safekeeping of our community’s children. Safety remains a top priority for Barnwell County School District (BCSD), and we will …

The 2025 Barnwell Warhorse volleyball team will have a new look with new leadership, but will have a familiar pair leading the way.  Rachel Hair and Teresa Sanders will be taking over as …

As consolidation of Barnwell, Williston-Elko, and Blackville-Hilda high schools approaches down the road, another sport will feature athletes from more than one high school for the 2025-2026 school …

Nathaniel Still, 3rd grade student at Barnwell Primary School, recently had his artwork selected to participate in the state-wide “Litter Trashes Everyone” annual art contest. The …

Preparing for a Strong Start to the 2025–2026 School Year  Barnwell County School District hopes you and your family are enjoying a safe and relaxing summer break. It’s hard to …

LOCAL STUDENT EARNS PLACE ON FURMAN UNIVERSITY'S DEAN'S LIST GREENVILLE, S.C. (July 10, 2025) - Breanna Nicole Carrigg of Barnwell, South Carolina, earned a place on Furman University's dean's …

The valedictorian and salutatorian of Barnwell High School’s Class of 2025 not only share academic honors but also DNA. Valedictorian Josiah Johnson and salutatorian Nick Jones are first …

The Rotary Club of Barnwell County recognized six students for displaying service above self.  During the March 13 meeting, the club bestowed Service Above Self awards to students who …

Students attending South Carolina’s only historically Black technical college can learn to weld but on equipment that’s 70 years old. The school has talked of growing its cybersecurity …

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 …

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 …

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 …

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 …

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 …

A New Symbol of Strength for Barnwell County  Over the past several months, something truly special has been unfolding in Barnwell County School District. As we prepare to open a new, …

To the students who were on the mascot committee that I know personally, I think y'all did a great job. The district wanted something completely new that didn't involve the old schools, which was …

I’ve struggled long and hard with this consolidation myself. I’ve weighed the pros and the cons. I’ve not been happy about some of the things I’ve heard, witnessed, and …

Over the past several months, something truly special has been unfolding in Barnwell County School District. As we prepare to open a new, unified high school and career center to serve students from …

The Southern Palmetto Regional Chamber cel- ebrated its third annual Home- grown Leadership Summit on Thursday, June 12, recogniz- ing a new class of graduates from its flagship …