Strong communities don’t just happen. They rely on connection — residents knowing what’s going on, businesses reaching the customers who keep them open, and citizens having the …

On Friday, Oct. 3 the Fighting Hawks homecoming parade filled downtown with laughter, color, and pride as students, families, and alumni celebrated the traditions that make Blackville feel like home.

Long before she knew her name would hang in Voorhees University’s Athletic Hall of Fame, Vivian Reed Dicks was a small-town girl lacing up her sneakers in Williston, running on grit, faith and …

The Town of Hilda is gearing up for the return of its beloved Hilda Hometown Festival on Saturday, Oct. 11—a day packed with live music, family-friendly activities, and plenty of small-town …

Get ready to reconnect, reminisce, and make new memories at our Alumni, Friends, and Family Day! Join us on the Allendale campus on Saturday, October 4, from 12 p.m. to 3 p.m. for an …

The family of Brad Keith Dale is pleading for help after the 43-year-old vanished from his home off Freedom Road in Barnwell more than three months ago. Dale was last seen by his mother, Mary …

As Jesus was getting ready to ascend to Heaven, He gathered the disciples together and said, “All authority has been given to Me in heaven and on earth. Go therefore and make disciples of all …

At just a year and a half old, Kammi, a black Labrador retriever, is already winning hearts with her playful spirit and friendly nature. Described as energetic and affectionate, Kammi is …

AIKEN, S.C. – (June 30, 2025) Savannah River Nuclear Solutions (SRNS) recently awarded 15 children of SRNS employees with a total of $45,000 in college scholarships at the 2025 Family …

AIKEN, S.C. – (September 18, 2025) – Over 5,400 attendees filled the Augusta Convention Center on September 11 for the Savannah River Site’s (SRS) CSRA College Night, the …

The General Alumni Association of Kelly Edwards (GAAKE) is proud to announce its celebration and recognition during the W-E Blue Devils’ Home football game during halftime, this Friday, October …

New recreation opportunities, new infrastructure, and new businesses topped the Sept. 8 Williston Town Council meeting.  Johnny Gray, chairman of the Barnwell County Recreation Committee, …

The Bands of Barnwell County Marching Band kicked off their competitive season with an award.  The band, which includes students from all three public high schools, earned third place at …

A tense public comment period opened the Sept. 15 Blackville Town Council meeting, as residents pressed officials on policing, staffing, and infrastructure before council members turned to project …

Pruitt Health Barnwell celebrated the 105th birthday of Mrs. Addie Evelyn “Abbo” Moody on Wednesday, September 24, 2025. Born on Sept. 24, 1920, she is the daughter of the late Anion …

Barnwell County has a new face at the helm of its election office. Regina James has been appointed Director of Elections, succeeding longtime director Naomi DeFrenn, who retired earlier this year …

August 26, 2025 — WALTERBORO, SC — The University of South Carolina Salkehatchie proudly announces a groundbreaking new partnership with Urban Edge Network (UEN), a trailblazing 24-hour …

For more than a year, Barnwell resident Lacey Evans has advocated to bring “Caroline’s Carts” to the Barnwell Walmart. The specially designed shopping carts, created to help …

At just 2.5 years old, Sunfrye has already captured the hearts of everyone at the shelter. With his bright smile, gentle eyes, and wagging tail, this mixed-breed sweetheart has become a favorite …

Petals & Stars, a non-profit organization from Bluffton, hosted its popular “Entrepreneur Day 4 Kids" pop-up market at Fuller Park in Barnwell. With over 22 pop-up markets hosted in …

A Hilda resident is remembered for his impact as a teacher, town leader, and church pianist. Chris Delk died September 20 after being hospitalized about a week earlier. The lifelong Hilda …

Barnwell County School District leaders are preparing for one of the most ambitious projects in local education history while also addressing the everyday needs of students and teachers across the …

Gail Lott and her husband, Dr. James Edinger, never thought of themselves as wealthy. The couple said their ability to give was built not on lavish paychecks or inheritances, but on decades of modest …

A new drink called  Feel Free  is making waves in gas stations, vape stores, on the internet, and in stores across the country. Marketed as a “plant-based tonic,” it’s …

Barnwell City Council’s meeting on Sept. 8 stretched across a wide range of community topics, from park upgrades and grant funding to blight removal and surplus sales. Public comments …