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As the temperatures begin to drop and the colder months approach, many of us are pulling out our jackets, coats, and sweaters to prepare for the chilly days ahead. For most of us, staying warm is as …
South Carolina, thank you for putting your trust in me. I am deeply grateful for the opportunity to serve as your next United States senator. It is the honor of my life, and I will work every day to …
A few people I’ve written about who had a message for living a better life: J.B. Jones of Lumpkin County, Georgia. His message: Work hard for the people who trust you and always do the right …
Before choosing a contractor, booking a hotel or purchasing a product online, many consumers do the same thing: check the reviews. A business with hundreds of five-star ratings can certainly make a …
As the temperatures begin to drop and the colder months approach, many of us are pulling out our jackets, coats, and sweaters to prepare for the chilly days ahead. For most of us, staying warm is as …
A few people I’ve written about who had a message for living a better life: J.B. Jones of Lumpkin County, Georgia. His message: Work hard for the people who trust you and always do the right …
I got rid of my TV 12 years ago and have yet to miss it; however, yesterday, I saw on a news channel while on YouTube, something that shocked me into needing to write this article. The Governor of …
Imagine receiving an email warning that your online storage is full and your family photos, important documents, and other files could soon be deleted. The message looks like it came from a company …
America really is much bigger than you think. Sure, you’ve heard it, but when you travel for days across a landscape that shifts from coastal plain to barren scrub to rusty mesas …
It was a newborn October and supposedly autumn, but summer decided to sit a spell longer. The weather in the mountains of northeast Georgia was warm, and I even waved away a few gnats, …
Proverbs 29:18 "Where there is no prophetic vision the people cast off restraint (alternate translation: the people are discouraged), but blessed is he who keeps the law." As we look around …
Your phone rings, and the caller says they can help you get better Medicare coverage. They promise lower costs, extra benefits, or a new Medicare card. All they need is your Medicare number. …
I begin this article with a scripture from Isaiah 54:17 ; "No weapon that is fashioned against you shall succeed, and you shall refute every tongue that rises against you in judgment. This is the …
It seems like just yesterday we were welcoming students back to school, greeting familiar faces, meeting new ones, and looking ahead to all the possibilities of a new school year. Yet here we are, …
Now that the Atlanta Braves players have gone into winter hibernation, having lost in the World Series playoffs, I have plenty of time to reflect on my own career in baseball and softball. It won’t …
October is National Principals Month, a time set aside to recognize and celebrate the individuals who lead our schools. As I reflect on the incredible principals serving Barnwell County School …
Fall has officially arrived. While cooler temperatures may take their time getting here, now is a good time to prepare your home for the colder months ahead. Our winters may be relatively mild, but …
The South has often been referred to as the Bible Belt, which has a nice ring to it, that is if you’re a believer in Jesus Christ and follow Him with enough humility of spirit to actually listen to …
I got rid of my TV 12 years ago and have yet to miss it, however yesterday, I saw on a news channel while on YouTube, something that shocked me into needing to write this article. The …
Imagine what you would learn about the United States if you took a three-week road trip from South Carolina through Texas to California, returning with stops in Oregon, South Dakota, Nebraska, …
Need someone to replace a roof, paint your house, trim trees or tackle a remodeling project? These days, many consumers start by asking friends, neighbors or members of a local social media group for …
One of the most important responsibilities we have as a district is making sure great people are in the right places to serve our students. That means not only recruiting talented employees to …
Our oldest granddaughter Ansley was busy waterproofing our decks, and I was assigned to babysitting Zoey, Ansley and Grant’s daughter and our great-grandchild. Zoey will be 2 and a half …
Dear Editor and Citizens of Barnwell County, I don’t know how to write this without my heart breaking all over again, but I wanted to share this being September is Suicide Awareness Month. …
Trust is a real hurdle to get over for all of us. We are brain fed as to why we shouldn’t trust anyone or anything. We are inundated with reasons and examples of those “ poor trusting souls” …
