Barnwell County of- ficials recently trav- eled to the nation’s capital to champion critical projects aimed at driving economic growth, improv- ing infrastructure, and en- hancing …

Order of the Eastern Star Ackerman #198 made several holiday donations to sup- port initiatives in Barnwell County. Along with a $510 donation to Wreaths Across America to start the event

A local man was arrested and charged following "disruptive and disorderly behavior” on the balcony of the Barnwell County Courthouse, according to the Barnwell County Sheriff’s Office …

Low Country Health Care System is ex- panding its Barnwell Family Medicine Pharmacy and opening a new facility lo- cated at 100 Wren Street in Barnwell. The new 1,258 square foot …

Blackville residents now have a new option for their automotive needs with the opening of CD Tire & Auto Center. The shop, which opened its doors on Jan. 28, has maintained steady business since …

If you have been on a road trip, then you’re probably familiar with modern tolling systems allowing you to pay your tollfees online. If you anticipate paying for any …

Many residents have seen the work begin on the long-awaited FEMA Safe Room Project, an example of FEMA’s "Safer, Stronger, Protected Homes & Communities" initiative which focuses on …

Circle Theatre’s new Southern comedy is a recipe for laughter. “The Red Velvet Cake War” focuses on the three Verdeen cousins – Gaynelle, Peaches and Jimmie Yyvette …

I am happy to announce that my second book is now available in paper- back. The Elven Crypt contin- ues to follow the journey of the vampire hunter Ve- ran Bloodstalker as he sets …

The YMCA of Barnwell County held its annual Sweetheart Dance on Saturday, Feb. 15 at The Barn at Hutto Farms in Williston. Daddies and daughters, mothers and sons, and other family combinations …

Barnwell County School District, Low Country Health Care System, Healthy Families of Barn- well County, Barnwell County First Steps, and Sigma Gamma Rho Sorority, Incorporated, Eta Gamma Sigma …

A house in Long Branch was destroyed by fire Tuesday evening, Feb. 4, leaving the homeowner without insurance and in need of assistance. The Long Branch Fire Department responded to a call at …

At just three years old, Evangeline "Lena" faces challenges far beyond her years. Diagnosed with an extremely rare genetic variant known as potassium voltage-gated channel subfamily H member 5 …

The Barnwell County Animal Shelter (BCAS) is facing an ongoing crisis of overcrowding, with its current population exceeding capacity limits.  Shelter Director Marlena Ray reports that the …

The Williston Town Council met on Monday, Feb. 10 to discuss a range of community matters, including the recognition of longstanding local businesses, approval of upcoming events, updates on the …

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 …

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 …

This was my first Edisto Christmas. My family and I spend one week each summer in July at Edisto Beach. This year, we decided to update our family tradition.   We expanded our one-week …

I n just over a year since opening its doors, Weigh to Go, a local weight management clinic founded by Courtney Hut- to, has expanded to its own dedicated location in Hilda. The rapid …

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. …

Courtney Still has stepped into the role of executive director for the Allendale/Barnwell Disabilities and Special Needs Board, bringing more than two decades of nursing experience and a passion for …

The suspect in the shooting of a state trooper has been indicted by a federal grand jury. Derrick Gathers, 38, of Augusta, Ga., was recently indicted by a federal grand jury in Columbia on a single …

In late fall, two small pups were thrown out the window of a moving vehicle in Allendale County. Fortunately for them, a Good Samaritan saw it happen and got the puppies to safety. The local …

It’s been an unusual weather year for Barnwell County School District’s inaugural school year. A tropical storm, a hurricane, and two winter weather occurrences caused interruptions …

Rising Senior Abigale Joyce was selected to participate in the National World War II Normandy Academy this summer. Abigale was able to visit the National World War II Museum in New Orleans, …