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Williamsburg County Supervisor Dr. Tiffany Wright went live on social media March 31, regarding what she considers a serious issue. Wright said they have been trying to communicate with the De…
Over the past few years North Carolina-based Food Lion has been acquiring Bi-Lo stores across the Southeast. On Easter Sunday the Kingstree location shuttered her doors. Bi-Lo opened in 2001. …
The School District of Pickens County recently selected Dr. Ashley Anderson-Murray as the new principal of Forest Acres Elementary School. Anderson-Murray has led the school as interim princip…
South Carolina Senate Democrats, including Senator Ronnie Sabb (D-Williamsburg), held a press conference Wednesday, March 31, calling on Governor Henry McMaster to expand Medicaid in South Carolina.
SPARTANBURG, SC -- Dr. Michael J. Sosulski, provost of Wofford College, has announced Dean’s List students for the Fall 2020 semester.
A new rideshare company, HOPIN, is rolling out across the country. HOPIN promises to provide quality rideshare services, offering better security and safety to their customers and drivers. The…
As cases and deaths from COVID–19 decline nationwide, Texas, Mississippi and Wyoming have lifted their mask mandate. Other restrictions have been lifted that include the long-waited visitation…
A few weeks ago, SCDNR recommended for South Carolinians to clean and take down their seed and suet bird feeders until early April after a widespread disease outbreak was seen across the country.
The Town of Kingstree has closed Gilland Park due to the bridge being compromised and not safe to cross. The gate to the park is locked, preventing drivers from approaching the area. Kingstree…
The Salters Post Office team was recently recognized by the U.S. Postal Service as a Certified Engaged Team (CET) Recognition. It is the third time the team has been recognized.
COLUMBIA, S.C. — The South Carolina Department of Natural Resources (SCDNR), in partnership with local citizens serving on the Black Scenic River Advisory Council, recently completed the Black…
The C. Williams Rush African-American Museum of Arts & Culture has been awarded a $2,200 grant to identify and create a healthy, historical and educational walking tour in downtown Kingstr…
Spring wouldn’t be spring without the electric yellow of daffodils. Because daffodils are the first flowers we see in the springtime they represent rebirth and new beginnings. Mary Jean Holt …
Columbia, SC — Animal Wellness Action (AWA) and the Animal Wellness Foundation (AWF) recently announced a $5,000 reward for information resulting in the successful prosecution of any individua…
Last month’s rains exposed a relentless problem that has plagued Williamsburg County; trash. Like many counties across America, many of the county’s roads and highways are a linear trashcan. D…
The Felician Center Food Pantry has served nearly every week since the March 2020 formal COVID outbreak.
The Lowcountry Strawberry Festival has been a spring tradition since 1997. After taking 2020 off due to the pandemic, we’re excited to “Bring Back The Fun in 2021” to this popular festival pre…
Each year the South Carolina Chapter of the National Emergency Number Association and the Association of Public-Safety Communications Officials present the Palmetto Award to a person who refle…
Juveniles connected to separate incidents involving threats to schools
Members of Keep Williamsburg Beautiful (KWB) met with a group at Holt’s Gifts in Kingstree Wednesday, March 17, to discuss the upcoming Great American Cleanup from March 20 – June 20. Since t…
(Grassroots Newswire) - Amy Hydrick of Kingstree has earned a Bachelor of Science, Business - Healthcare Management degree from Western Governors University (WGU). The online, nonprofit univer…
The W.J. (Billy) Britton American Legion Post #8 and the Ladies Auxiliary were happy to have sponsored four students to Palmetto Boy’s State and Palmetto Girl’s State. Two boys were chosen to…
SAVANNAH, GA, — Silk: Caroline’s Story is the first installment of a historical fiction trilogy set in Kingstree. Readers will experience romance, laughter, and tragedy in this Lowcountry emot…
Two Williamsburg County School District Schools were on lockdown within a week of each other after both received threats. On March 11, Kenneth Gardner Elementary School was placed on lockdown …
Williamsburg County Council held a March 8, special called meeting to pass a resolution to amend an ordinance to increase the monthly customer water rate. Councilman Eddie Woods made a motion …
HopeHealth welcomes Matt Wise, FNP, family nurse practitioner, to HopeHealth in Kingstree.
The Williamsburg HomeTown Chamber presented the Image Award for February to Fancy Pants on Main which is located at 110 East Main Street in Kingstree. In 2014, Will Kellahan and his wife Shell…
March 6, was a beautiful day for a groundbreaking. Members, families, friends and dignitaries came out to join in the ceremony for the new Central Missionary Baptist Church in Salters. The new…
Columbia, SC – Rep. Cezar McKnight (D-Williamsburg) has filed bipartisan legislation to prohibit the performance of medical procedures or the prescription of medication that is intended to alt…
Georgetown, SC – GKCU is pleased to recognize one employee who sets a standard in excellent member service every year with the Employee of the Year award. Service with a smile, and a call by n…
Georgetown, SC – To ensure the safety and well-being of our members, volunteers and staff, GKCU held its first virtual Annual Membership Meeting. Even though the meeting was held virtually, t…
FLORENCE, S.C – Counties in South Carolina’s northeastern corner reported over half a billion dollars in new investment with nearly a thousand new jobs created, despite a challenging year brou…
January 17 - Petit Larceny, Live Oak, Kingstree
The South Carolina Technical Education Association is a professional association of technical education personnel and others interested in post secondary technical education. The purpose of th…
State Treasurer Curtis Loftis announced recently that more than 600,000 new properties have been reported to the State’s Unclaimed Property Program, including over 3,500 $50 rebate checks that…
American Red Cross disaster-trained volunteers are assisting a family whose home, located on Folly Grove Rd in Hemingway, was damaged by a fire recently evening. The Red Cross is helping four …
A single car collision on Diamond Loop Road claimed a victim. Williamsburg County Coroner, Ivori Henryhand has identified the victim as Mellissa Ann Floyd of Florence County.
(COLUMBIA, SC) – South Carolina Secretary of State Mark Hammond issued an advisory today warning of a scam selling bogus “certificates of status” to businesses.
COLUMBIA, S.C. — South Carolina has received federal approval to update visitation guidelines for nursing homes and community residential care facilities, announced the South Carolina Departme…
An investigation continues into a Sunday night bomb threat. On the evening of March 7, Williamsburg County Sheriff’s deputies received a call from an Amtrak representative about an explosive d…
At a recent Kingstree Lions Club meeting Captain Clay Matthews of the Kingstree Fire Department was the primary speaker. Matthews was demonstrating the Flir Thermal Imaging Camera, a situatio…
The U.S. Fish and Wildlife Service recently announced they are awarding more than $27 million to support 33 projects in 14 coastal states to protect, restore or enhance almost 28,000 acres of …
February 7 - Domestic Violence 1st Degree, Easler Hwy., Greeleyville
Local attorney Doward K. Harvin was recently recognized by the South Carolina Bar Association during Black History Month. In 2011 while he worked as public defender in Williamsburg County, Har…
Williamsburg County School District has been awarded a USDA Rural Development grant for $792,441.00. Jennifer Holliday, WCSD Director of Fine Arts wrote and submitted the grant on behalf of t…
Students representing 38 teams from middle schools and high schools across South Carolina demonstrated their court room skills in the first-ever joint SC Bar Regional Mock Trial Competition on…
Travis Elliott of Andrews is the son of Dr. and Mrs. Clifton Elliott. Travis graduated from Andrews High School in 2000 where he also participated in the dual-enrollment program at Williamsbur…
The SC Technical College System and the SC Criminal Justice Academy announced recently a partnership that provides a new career pathway for law enforcement. This pathway is designed to address…
A group of Cedar Waxwings recently appeared behind The News’ office. The photo was taken through a screened window.
