The Blackville-Hilda Track and Field Team had a great 2025 season. Despite the season ending almost three weeks ago, more honors keep rolling in for the Hawks. Breyanna Williams has been named …

Children and adults alike enjoyed the "Tee Off for Summer Reading" event at the Barnwell County Public Library on May 22. The event featured a putt-putt course through the library's aisles. …

Women of Allendale County are invitied to "Spill the Tea,"  a fundraising event for two local non-profit organizations – Allendale County Relay for Life and Emma’s Helping Hands …

As the school year wrapped up across Barnwell County, Blackville First Baptist Church kicked off summer with its annual Kids Camp, held May 26–29. The four-day event welcomed children ages 4 to …

Families in Barnwell County have three new reasons to get outside, thanks to the opening of new TRACK Trails in Hilda, Snelling and at Barnwell State Park. These kid-friendly, self-guided trails are …

AIKEN, S.C. (May 7, 2025) — Savannah River Mission Completion (SRMC), the liquid waste contractor at the Savannah River Site, recently took a behind-the-scenes tour with Barnwell Elementary …

COLUMBIA, S.C. — The South Carolina Department of Public Health (DPH) reminds South Carolinians of several tips to help prevent mosquito bites and eliminate mosquito breeding areas while …

DENMARK, SC - Denmark Technical College announced the appointment of Dr. A. Clifton Myles as interim president on Friday, effective July 1, 2025. A nationally respected leader with over 32 years of …

— College Notes — Cameron Porter named to Wofford College’s Dean’s List Cameron Porter of Allen- dale, has been named to Wof- ford College’s spring 2025 …

A forward by Weesie Holland Fickling, History Contributor An article in “The Barnwell People” was published in 1902 regarding our grandfather, Charlie Hudson Mathis (1853-1922) of …

Yard Debris Proposal Sparks Debate A proposed change in services for yard debris removal was met with concerns by some City of Barnwell leaders.  Good Ole Boys Trash and Sanitation, …

Barnwell’s City Council met Monday, June 2, covering topics from community events to city signage and downtown improvements. The meeting opened with the swearing in of Officer Norman …

With proud families looking on and faculty cheering from the sidelines, Williston-Elko High School honored the Class of 2025 during its graduation ceremony Friday, May 30. Held in the school …

Best Friends Animal Society grant recognizes Barnwell County Animal Shelter for increasing lifesaving pet transports and adoptions through Partner Up Challenge   Barnwell, SC June 2, 2025 …

Visitors to The Circle in downtown Barnwell will be greeted by some happy new faces, courtesy of SouthernCarolina Alliance’s Regional Beautification Program and special funding from …

COLUMBIA - Following the 2024 voter-approved amendment to the South C a r o l i n a C o n s t i t u t i o n affirming that only U.S. citizens may vote, the South Carolina State Election Commission …

American flags lined the lawn outside the Blackville Community Center on Monday morning, May 26, as residents gathered for the town’s first Memorial Day ceremony — a solemn event honoring …

The May 5 Barnwell City Council meeting was packed with major decisions, heated public comments, and notable updates ranging from a controversial workforce housing development to public safety and …

AIKEN, S.C. (May 27, 2025) — Savannah River Mission Completion (SRMC) donated $15,000 to Allendale-Fairfax Elementary School (AFES) to boost their science,  technology, engineering, and …

In 2022, South Carolina enacted legislation requiring high school students to complete a half-credit personal finance course as a graduation requirement. This mandate applies to students entering …

The Class of 2025 at Blackville-Hilda High School marked a major milestone Thursday, May 22, as seniors accepted their diplomas during a moving graduation ceremony filled with pride, gratitude and …

The town of Blackville came alive over the weekend of May 16–17 as residents and visitors gathered for the 13th annual Blackville Music and Arts Festival. The event once again showcased the …

Mac Wier Stadium was packed as the Barnwell High Class of 2025 concluded their high school chapter.  Commencement ceremonies were held Friday, May 23 for the 138 graduates who are now …

The Barnwell County Council met Tuesday, May 13, for its regular monthly meeting, addressing a range of items including the approval of a new partnership agreement with the South Carolina National …

Th e N a t i o n a l D a y o f P r a ye r ( N D P ) i s observed by Americans of many religions including all demographics reflecting the United States of America. The theme for the 2025 National Day …