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OPINION: Drinks With Buffalo Bill
I’ve drifted far from home … Dearly Departed they call this Denver bar. With good reason.
FAITH: The Infallible Word or man’s imaginations?
The common thread of Christianity pertaining to the understanding of the Bible is that everyone who declares by faith to be born again has free access to the Holy Spirit to help them discern what it means.
County Data Walk draws large crowd
Health data rarely draws a crowd. But last Thursday morning, a large gathering at the T.B. Thomas Sports Center proved that when the numbers hit close to home, people show up to face them.
FDTC receives $474K ATE Grant
Florence-Darlington Tech (FDTC) has received a $474,296 Advanced Technological Education (ATE) grant from the National Science Foundation (NSF), the U.S. government’s independent science agency.
Mayo High School Class of 1976 marks 50 Years!
Fifty years after they walked across the stage to receive their diplomas, the Mayo High School Class of 1976 came home again — not just to celebrate a milestone birthday, but to honor a chapter of American history they lived through together.
Families Engagement Programs to host Golf Tournament
Representative Robert Williams and Families Engagement Programs, Inc. will host their 2026 Community Golf Tournament on Thursday, October 22, at Darlington Country Club, bringing together golfers, sponsors, businesses, and community partners in support of local families.
CPRMC awards $10K to GHCC Leadership Class
Carolina Pines Regional Medical Center (CPRMC) has awarded a $10,000 grant in support of the Leadership Hartsville Class of 2026 and its class project benefiting Carolina’s Kids, Inc.
Celebrating a Milestone: Janice Newsome Flowers turns 90!
Surrounded by generations of family and a lifetime’s worth of friendships, Janice Newsome Flowers marked her 90th birthday in style on August 27, as loved ones packed the Purple Fish Coffee Company on West Hampton Street to honor nine decades of a life well lived.
County Council votes 5-3 against Solar Moratorium
After an hour of impassioned testimony from residents on both sides of one of the region’s most contentious land-use debates, Darlington County Council voted 5-3 on Thursday, September 10, to reject a proposed nine-month moratorium on new solar and wind energy development — but not before agreeing to significantly tighten the rules governing future projects.
SC Sec. of State invites ‘Angel’ nominations
South Carolina Secretary of State Mark Hammond announced that his office will accept nominations of charitable organizations for this year’s Angel Awards.
Families Engagement Programs to host Golf Tournament
Representative Robert Williams and Families Engagement Programs, Inc. will host their 2026 Community Golf Tournament on Thursday, October 22, at Darlington Country Club, bringing together golfers, sponsors, businesses, and community partners in support of local families.
Falcons lose 2 OT Thriller to Wilson
When it comes to high school football there are blowouts and tight games. And then there is an evenly matched game that ends with two overtime possessions. Unfortunately, the Darlington Falcons ended up on the short side of a 33-30 thriller to the Wilson Tigers even though both teams scored in both extra periods.
Lady Red Foxes roll remain undefeated after dominant victory
The Hartsville Lady Red Foxes continued their impressive start to the volleyball season Thursday night, delivering another dominant performance as they swept the Georgetown Bulldogs, 3-0, to keep their undefeated record intact.
Lady Red Foxes roll to perfect 6-0 start
Hartsville sent a clear message on Tuesday night, August 20, dismantling the Spring Valley Vikings in straight sets to push their record to a flawless 6-0. The 3-0 sweep didn’t just extend the win streak — it delivered the most lopsided result the Lady Red Foxes have posted all season.
Governor McMaster to serve as Honorary Pace Car Rider for Cook Out Southern 500
Darlington Raceway announced today that South Carolina Gov. Henry McMaster will serve as the Honorary Pace Car Rider for Sunday’s Cook Out Southern 500. McMaster, a longtime supporter of NASCAR and Darlington Raceway, will participate in pre-race ceremonies before climbing in the passenger seat of the Ford Mustang Dark Horse that will lead the field to green for one of the sport’s crown jewel events and the opening race of the 2026 NASCAR Cup Series Chase.
Historic weekend at Darlington: Watson and Weiss claim Southern 500 Golf titles
History and heroics shared the spotlight this past weekend at Darlington Country Club, where the 62nd Southern 500 Golf Invitational crowned two champions and, for the first time in tournament history, welcomed a women’s division to the field.
Conner Shaw shares powerful testimony at Darlington Presbyterian’s Wild Game Feast
Darlington Presbyterian Church hosted its third annual Wild Game Feast on Sunday, July 26. The featured speaker for the 2026 Wild Game Feast was former University of South Carolina quarterback Connor Shaw, one of the most accomplished players in Gamecock football history.
Darlington Window displays Race Week Spirit
A new window display has rolled into 101 Pearl Street, giving downtown Darlington an early taste of Race Week excitement ahead of the big event at Darlington Raceway. The display celebrates NASCAR’s racing legends and the rich culture surrounding the sport, offering pedestrians a festive nod to the raceway’s storied history as they pass by.
Georgetown Post 114 ends Hartsville Post 53 Playoff aspirations
After taking the lead for the first time all game in the top of the sixth, Hartsville surrendered a two-run bottom of the sixth that cost them continuation in the Junior Legion playoffs as they fell to Georgetown by an 8-7 score.
FBC, Rec. Dept. host Annual Basketball Camp
Bouncing basketballs and enthusiastic cheers filled two Darlington gymnasiums recently as First Baptist Church, in partnership with the Darlington Area Recreation Department, welcomed dozens of young athletes for its free summer basketball camp.
FAITH: The Infallible Word or man’s imaginations?
The common thread of Christianity pertaining to the understanding of the Bible is that everyone who declares by faith to be born again has free access to the Holy Spirit to help them discern what it means.
County Data Walk draws large crowd
Health data rarely draws a crowd. But last Thursday morning, a large gathering at the T.B. Thomas Sports Center proved that when the numbers hit close to home, people show up to face them.
FDTC receives $474K ATE Grant
Florence-Darlington Tech (FDTC) has received a $474,296 Advanced Technological Education (ATE) grant from the National Science Foundation (NSF), the U.S. government’s independent science agency.
Mayo High School Class of 1976 marks 50 Years!
Fifty years after they walked across the stage to receive their diplomas, the Mayo High School Class of 1976 came home again — not just to celebrate a milestone birthday, but to honor a chapter of American history they lived through together.
Families Engagement Programs to host Golf Tournament
Representative Robert Williams and Families Engagement Programs, Inc. will host their 2026 Community Golf Tournament on Thursday, October 22, at Darlington Country Club, bringing together golfers, sponsors, businesses, and community partners in support of local families.
Celebrating a Milestone: Janice Newsome Flowers turns 90!
Surrounded by generations of family and a lifetime’s worth of friendships, Janice Newsome Flowers marked her 90th birthday in style on August 27, as loved ones packed the Purple Fish Coffee Company on West Hampton Street to honor nine decades of a life well lived.
SC Sec. of State invites ‘Angel’ nominations
South Carolina Secretary of State Mark Hammond announced that his office will accept nominations of charitable organizations for this year’s Angel Awards.
Darlington County unveils video series
Recently, Darlington County Government unveiled a new video series called, DARCO IN THE KNOW, which will highlight industry and local businesses in the county. Darlington County Economic Development Director, Stephanie Shaw, will host the show.
Ricco Ross coming to Florence!
You have an exclusive opportunity to meet Ricco Ross, star of Netflix’s “Beauty in Black” on September 27, from 3pm to 5pm.
CareSouth’s Dr. Michael Chandler moves from Society Hill to Bishopville office
CareSouth Carolina is pleased to announce that Michael Chandler, M.D., has moved to the organization’s Bishopville office, where he will continue providing family medicine services to patients in Lee County and the surrounding communities.
Sen. Lindsey Graham passes away at 71
Senator Lindsey Graham, the longtime South Carolina Republican and one of the Senate’s most prominent voices on foreign policy, died Saturday night at age 71. His office confirmed his death from a “brief and sudden illness” early Sunday morning.
Beloved scion of newspaper family passes away
Morrell “Morrey” Livingston Thomas III, a devoted steward of community journalism and a member of one of Darlington’s most respected publishing families, passed away early Sunday morning, January 17.
Joann Anderson
Joann Anderson passed away at MUSC in Florence on August 28, 2023, from cardiac arrest.
Vernita Nicole Wingate
Vernita Nicole Wingate was born October 20, 1977 on Yokota Air Force Base in Tokyo, Japan.
Taylor Madison Britt
Taylor Madison Britt, 16, of Darlington died Saturday, September 30, 2023.
OBITUARY: Emma Louise Coggeshall Donald
Emma Louise “Emmy Lou” Coggeshall Donald passed away Sunday, August 27, 2023 at the McLeod Hospice House in Florence.
Finley Ann Stith James
Finley Ann Stith James of Darlington, South Carolina passed away Thursday, July 20, 2023.
JoAnn Buie Stephens McKnight
JoAnn Buie Stephens McKnight,85, of Darlington went home to the Lord on Monday June 19, 2023.
Johnnie Scott Jeffords Jr.
Graveside services for Johnie Scott Jeffords Jr., were held on Friday, June 16, 2023 at Grove Hill Cemetery in Darlington at 10:30 a.m. directed by Belk Funeral Home.
Helen Wiggins Coker
Helen Wiggins Coker, age 76, passed away on June 12, 2023 at her residence.
OPINION: Drinks With Buffalo Bill
I’ve drifted far from home … Dearly Departed they call this Denver bar. With good reason.
Writer remembers Class “A” Pass
Each August I think of my father’s service in Japan, specifically Hiroshima and Nagasaki. Recently I came across one of his base passes that had been hiding from me all these years. Dad was stationed in Yokohama.
Hartsville Mayor publishes open letter opposing City’s FDTC land transaction
As Mayor of the City of Hartsville, I have followed what I believe to be a mandate from the people to help Hartsville grow and prosper. Our 2025 Master Plan clearly states that housing is the main obstacle to the City’s growth. We have a rare opportunity to do something about it, but that opportunity is being blocked by a Special Interest Group with their own agenda being promoted by a powerful lobbyist. I need your help!
OPINION: The Country Store: The Soul of the South had Everything
“Where should I send you to know the Soul of the South? I’ll send you to the Mast General Store.” So wrote Charles Kuralt in a 1986 column.
LETTER TO THE EDITOR: Longtime DCHS volunteer urges change in Pet Care policies
I just read Anna Dewitt’s letter in my News and Press. Thank you, Anna, for speaking up. I have volunteered for the Humane Society for 19 years and have not spoken publicly about our pet overpopulation problem for a while.
LETTER TO THE EDITOR: Reader supports Solar Energy
We are celebrating the 250th Anniversary, the SemiQuincentennial of this country’s Declaration of Independence. Our founding fathers and ancestors fought for our Freedom that we as a nation can live free, prosper in the pursuit of happiness, own property and abide by the laws of the land: Federal, State, County, and Local government.
Puttin’ Out The Fire: Sometimes It’s Healthier Not to
“As night deepened all he could see was the shifting line of fire, like some malfunction in the wiring of the world.” —William Gay, Provinces Of Night. “In the draws the smoke coming off the ground like mist and the thin black trees burning on the slopes like heathen candles.” —Cormac McCarthy, The Road
LETTER TO THE EDITOR: Who should decide the future of family farms?
Dear Editor, For generations, farmers have diversified to survive. They...
OPINION: Peach Blossom Lit
Come March, my thoughts turn to peach blossoms and memories of family fruit trees. One tree from youth stands above others.
What’s the big deal about evangelism?
Within the Christian worldview, some might ask, “What’s the big deal about evangelism?”
County Data Walk draws large crowd
Health data rarely draws a crowd. But last Thursday morning, a large gathering at the T.B. Thomas Sports Center proved that when the numbers hit close to home, people show up to face them.
Mayo High School Class of 1976 marks 50 Years!
Fifty years after they walked across the stage to receive their diplomas, the Mayo High School Class of 1976 came home again — not just to celebrate a milestone birthday, but to honor a chapter of American history they lived through together.
Families Engagement Programs to host Golf Tournament
Representative Robert Williams and Families Engagement Programs, Inc. will host their 2026 Community Golf Tournament on Thursday, October 22, at Darlington Country Club, bringing together golfers, sponsors, businesses, and community partners in support of local families.
CPRMC awards $10K to GHCC Leadership Class
Carolina Pines Regional Medical Center (CPRMC) has awarded a $10,000 grant in support of the Leadership Hartsville Class of 2026 and its class project benefiting Carolina’s Kids, Inc.
County Council votes 5-3 against Solar Moratorium
After an hour of impassioned testimony from residents on both sides of one of the region’s most contentious land-use debates, Darlington County Council voted 5-3 on Thursday, September 10, to reject a proposed nine-month moratorium on new solar and wind energy development — but not before agreeing to significantly tighten the rules governing future projects.
Darlington honors the fallen on 9/11
A quarter-century has passed since the darkest morning in modern American history, but last Friday, the wound still felt close. Outside the Grand Old Post Office (GOPO) at 201 Pearl Street, a massive American flag rippled from the ladder of a Darlington Fire Department truck, catching the morning light as a huge crowd gathered to remember, to honor, and to say, once again: We will never forget.
DCHS to host “Evening Under the Oaks” Oct. 1
The Darlington County Humane Society (DCHS) will hold its signature fundraising gala, “Evening Under the Oaks,” on October 1 from 6 to 9 p.m. at the Oak Manor Inn, 314 East Home Ave.
Darlington County unveils video series
Recently, Darlington County Government unveiled a new video series called, DARCO IN THE KNOW, which will highlight industry and local businesses in the county. Darlington County Economic Development Director, Stephanie Shaw, will host the show.
Ricco Ross coming to Florence!
You have an exclusive opportunity to meet Ricco Ross, star of Netflix’s “Beauty in Black” on September 27, from 3pm to 5pm.
GHCC sponsors Butler Heritage event
nside the walls of the historic Butler Auditorium, where generations of students once gathered to learn, sing, and dream, a large crowd gathered on Wednesday, August 26, to remember why this ground matters.
