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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.
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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.
Joann DeLong honored for United Way service
Friends, family, and community partners packed into the Blind Pig on Tuesday, July 7, for a surprise celebration years in the making: the retirement of Joann DeLong, longtime Executive Director of the United Way of Greater Hartsville, whose 13 years of leadership have left an indelible mark on Darlington County.
Gospel in the Park celebrates 20th Anniversary
The spirit of faith, fellowship and community filled the T.B. Thomas Sports Center on Sunday, July 12, as Gospel in the Park continued its landmark 20th Anniversary season with another uplifting afternoon of worship, music and outreach.
Free Clothes Closet July 25
Individuals and families in need will have an opportunity to refresh their wardrobes at no cost this summer, thanks to an upcoming community event at New Providence Baptist Church.
Mason selected as 2026 Deputy of the Year
Darlington County Sheriff Michael August nominated Deputy Devin Mason, for the South Carolina Sheriffs’ Association Deputy of the Year Award. Following the nomination process, the award was voted on by the 46 Sheriffs of the South Carolina Sheriffs’ Association, and we are proud to share that Deputy Mason was selected as the 2026 South Carolina Deputy of the Year.
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.
Society Hill Police, Mayor participate in Youth Camp
Society Hill Police Chief M.T. Campbell and Mayor C. Graham accepted an invitation from SC Representative Robert Williams to speak at the Families Engagement Youth Camp hosted by Representative Williams and his wife, Janice Hamm-Williams.
County Historian discusses local property history
History came alive on Cashua Street recently as area residents packed into Dedicated Community Bank (DCB), 202 Cashua Street, for a special Lunch and Learn workshop tracing the deep roots of property ownership in Darlington County.
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.
Hartsville Council honors Championship Teams
Hartsville’s Council chambers overflowed with pride recently as Mayor Dan Askins III and City Council paused their regular business to celebrate a banner season for some of the city’s youngest athletes.
Raceway, Coca-Cola, Harvest Hope and Daniel Suarez prepare Food Boxes
Darlington Raceway welcomed volunteers, partners and a NASCAR star on Tuesday, May 5, for a meaningful day of service, as Coca-Cola Consolidated teamed up with Harvest Hope Food Bank to support communities across South Carolina.
DCC hosts Youth Golf Clinic
As they celebrate their 100th Anniversary, the Darlington Country Club (DCC) continues to place a strong focus on cultivating young talent through junior golf initiatives aimed at building both skills and character.
Lady Silver Foxes win big over Lee Central
Rebounding from a tough loss to Central, the Lady Silver Foxes made quick work of the Stallions from Lee Central.
Lady Red Foxes tame Wilson Lady Tigers
An early season Regional matchup with a young Hartsville Red Foxes softball squad and the Lady Tigers from Wilson resulted in a 12-1 Hartsville victory,
Raceway celebrates full week of events!
As part of its upcoming spring race festivities, Darlington Raceway will host several events throughout the community as the anticipation builds for the 3rd Annual NASCAR Alumni Weekend at the track “Too Tough To Tame”.
Mark Martin named Goodyear 400 Honorary Pace Car Driver
Mark Martin, one of the most accomplished and respected drivers in the history of NASCAR, will return to the Track Too Tough to Tame on Sunday, March 22, as the Honorary Pace Car Driver for the Goodyear 400 at Darlington Raceway.
Joann DeLong honored for United Way service
Friends, family, and community partners packed into the Blind Pig on Tuesday, July 7, for a surprise celebration years in the making: the retirement of Joann DeLong, longtime Executive Director of the United Way of Greater Hartsville, whose 13 years of leadership have left an indelible mark on Darlington County.
Free Clothes Closet July 25
Individuals and families in need will have an opportunity to refresh their wardrobes at no cost this summer, thanks to an upcoming community event at New Providence Baptist Church.
Society Hill Police, Mayor participate in Youth Camp
Society Hill Police Chief M.T. Campbell and Mayor C. Graham accepted an invitation from SC Representative Robert Williams to speak at the Families Engagement Youth Camp hosted by Representative Williams and his wife, Janice Hamm-Williams.
County Historian discusses local property history
History came alive on Cashua Street recently as area residents packed into Dedicated Community Bank (DCB), 202 Cashua Street, for a special Lunch and Learn workshop tracing the deep roots of property ownership in Darlington County.
Hartsville Council honors Championship Teams
Hartsville’s Council chambers overflowed with pride recently as Mayor Dan Askins III and City Council paused their regular business to celebrate a banner season for some of the city’s youngest athletes.
Officer Kerr graduates from SC Criminal Justice Academy
The Hartsville Police Department proudly congratulates Officer Justin Kerr on graduating from the South Carolina Criminal Justice Academy and earning his certification as a South Carolina Class 1 Law Enforcement Officer.
Genesis and partners give food boxes, school supplies
Families across Lamar and the surrounding area came together recently for a morning of generosity, community spirit, and back-to-school preparation as Genesis Healthcare’s Lamar Family Care hosted its annual Back to School Bash.
FAITH: Dreams are Empowered with Perseverance
Disappointment is a familiar feeling, especially to the ambitious. The more a person strives, the more failures they will face, but this doesn’t mean that every door is always locked.
Huge crowd attends Back to School Resource Fair
The Public Square came alive with energy, laughter, and generosity recently as families from across the area gathered for the 6th Annual Back to School and Resource Fair on the Square.
Darlington County Council tackles solar, land purchase, opioids
The Darlington County Council packed a wide-ranging agenda into its Monday, July 6 meeting, moving through public debate over solar energy, a major land purchase for future economic development, new committee appointments, and nearly $1.2 million in opioid abatement funding — all in a single, productive session.
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.
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?”
Man, the Intruder
The rains of late and spring’s approach set my mind on the Carolina bays, those coastal plain wetlands of mystery and life.
We can and certainly should do better in 2026
As 2026 dawns, many of us are pausing to take stock — not just of personal goals, but of the tone and direction of our public life.
MOURNING BILL SHEPARD: We will miss our beloved “Mill Village Boy”
This past weekend, we said goodbye to a beloved member of our community, Bill Shepard.
From Sacred Earth — Catawba Pottery
On a hot July Saturday I drove to the Native American Studies Center in Lancaster, South Carolina.
A near disaster in Darlington
“Gray skies, rain falling, a September Gale,” the people said. It happened every year at this time. Folks in the village were prepared.
Gospel in the Park celebrates 20th Anniversary
The spirit of faith, fellowship and community filled the T.B. Thomas Sports Center on Sunday, July 12, as Gospel in the Park continued its landmark 20th Anniversary season with another uplifting afternoon of worship, music and outreach.
Mason selected as 2026 Deputy of the Year
Darlington County Sheriff Michael August nominated Deputy Devin Mason, for the South Carolina Sheriffs’ Association Deputy of the Year Award. Following the nomination process, the award was voted on by the 46 Sheriffs of the South Carolina Sheriffs’ Association, and we are proud to share that Deputy Mason was selected as the 2026 South Carolina Deputy of the Year.
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.
Society Hill Police, Mayor participate in Youth Camp
Society Hill Police Chief M.T. Campbell and Mayor C. Graham accepted an invitation from SC Representative Robert Williams to speak at the Families Engagement Youth Camp hosted by Representative Williams and his wife, Janice Hamm-Williams.
County Historian discusses local property history
History came alive on Cashua Street recently as area residents packed into Dedicated Community Bank (DCB), 202 Cashua Street, for a special Lunch and Learn workshop tracing the deep roots of property ownership in Darlington County.
Genesis and partners give food boxes, school supplies
Families across Lamar and the surrounding area came together recently for a morning of generosity, community spirit, and back-to-school preparation as Genesis Healthcare’s Lamar Family Care hosted its annual Back to School Bash.
Huge crowd attends Back to School Resource Fair
The Public Square came alive with energy, laughter, and generosity recently as families from across the area gathered for the 6th Annual Back to School and Resource Fair on the Square.
American Legion Post #13 marks America’s 250th Anniversary
American Legion Post #13 hosted a memorable Celebration of America’s 250th Anniversary on Thursday evening, July 9, drawing a large crowd to the post headquarters on Harry Byrd Highway for an evening of food, fellowship, and patriotic reflection.
Taste of Butler marks 35 Years
The aroma of home-style cooking drifted throughout the historic Butler Gymnasium on Tuesday evening as the Butler Heritage Foundation welcomed alumni, neighbors, and visitors from across the country to the 35th annual Taste of Butler.