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Local men arrested for Child Sex material
Two Darlington County men were arrested this week on charges related to child sexual abuse material, authorities reported.
Inmate charged with assault
An inmate at the W. Glenn Campbell Detention Center faces multiple charges following an incident on Tuesday that resulted in a correction officer being hospitalized.
JOB OPENING — Advertising Executive
The News & Press is looking for an Advertising Executive for print and digital media.
Center Theater to host The Embers!
The Center Theater is kicking off 2025 in style with a live beach music event guaranteed to get you out of your seat and onto the dance floor or enjoying the feel-good sounds of The Embers from a nearby Adirondack chair.
Darlington “Connected” by Spectrum
Darlington County has entered a new era of connectivity with the completion of Spectrum’s Rural Broadband Expansion project.
Man arrested in Dollar General burglary
Early Wednesday morning, Darlington County Sheriff’s Deputies swiftly responded to the alarm of a burglary in progress at the Dollar General on North Marquis Highway in Hartsville.
August sworn in as Darlington County Sheriff
Before a crowd of more than 150 attendees at the Darlington County Courthouse on Tuesday night, Michael August officially assumed the role of Darlington County Sheriff.
News & Press celebrates 150 years!
This year marks an historic milestone for the News & Press newspaper in Darlington, as we celebrate 150 years of dedicated service to the community!
Caretaker arrested, charged in fire deaths of children
After a devastating Christmas Eve incident which claimed the lives of two young children, authorities have charged Matthew Andrae Graham Jr. with two counts of homicide by child abuse following a fatal house fire that claimed the lives of two young siblings.
Multiple weapons stolen from local shop
Darlington County authorities are investigating a gun shop robbery that occurred early this morning in the Society Hill community.
Local Basketball Schedules
Local high school basketball teams are gearing up for a packed January schedule, with exciting matchups across the region.
Titans put on show at Carolina Pepsi Classic
This past Sunday the Trinity Collegiate Titans played in the 2024 Carolina Pepsi Classic hosted by the Boys and Girls Club of the Pee Dee, and their performance did not disappoint.
Genesis Healthcare sponsors Sports Coverage
Genesis Healthcare Inc. is generously sponsoring our sports coverage this season.
Genesis Healthcare Inc. sponsors News & Press sports coverage
Genesis Healthcare Inc., located at 115 Exchange Street in Darlington (Medical Services and Professional Pharmacy located at 201 Cashua Street) is sponsoring our Sports Coverage throughout Football Season.
Chase Briscoe wins Cook Out Southern 500
Chase Briscoe took the checkered flag in Sunday Night’s old-out Cook Out Southern 500 and simultaneously broke three hearts.
Raceway giving out 15,000 Rally Towels to fans at Cookout Southern 500
NASCAR fans attending Sunday’s 75th annual Cook Out Southern 500 at Darlington Raceway have an extra incentive to enter the gates early.
Raceway Museum honors Cale Yarborough
Ahead of the 75th annual Cook Out Southern 500 at Darlington Raceway, former NASCAR crew chief Jeff Hammond and the Cale Yarborough family gathered at the Darlington Raceway Stock Car Museum to honor the late NASCAR legend.
Massachusetts woman blames Raceway, former Pres. for 2022 collision
A Massachusetts woman has filed a lawsuit against Darlington Raceway and its former president, accusing them of negligence.
Senior Citizens attend DCSD school events free
The Darlington County School District (DCSD) continues to offer the Red Apple Pass program, which allows a cardholder to attend school-sponsored athletic, music, dramatic and/or band events held in Darlington County free of charge, except sports playoffs, championships and special fundraisers.
Gone, but never forgotten
Frankie L. Johnson, Jr., affectionately known as “Lil Frankie,” was born on September 17, 1997, in Darlington, SC.
Center Theater to host The Embers!
The Center Theater is kicking off 2025 in style with a live beach music event guaranteed to get you out of your seat and onto the dance floor or enjoying the feel-good sounds of The Embers from a nearby Adirondack chair.
Darlington “Connected” by Spectrum
Darlington County has entered a new era of connectivity with the completion of Spectrum’s Rural Broadband Expansion project.
News & Press celebrates 150 years!
This year marks an historic milestone for the News & Press newspaper in Darlington, as we celebrate 150 years of dedicated service to the community!
Cast your vote for Best of 2024!
Cast your own ballot today and pick your own very BEST!
Ballots will be in the News & Press during the month of January.
BACKYARD STARGAZER: January has close Conjunctions
In January, Venus and Saturn have a close conjunction; Venus and the Moon too!
Center Theater to host The Embers Jan. 17th
The Center Theater in Hartsville will host an unforgettable evening of music, dancing, and beach vibes at the Beach Music Bash on Friday, January 17, 2025.
COMMUNITY CALENDAR
Here is a list of some of the upcoming events for January 2025
Cypress Adventures gets $59K Grant
Cypress Adventures, Inc., has been awarded a $59,000 grant from Power:Ed, the philanthropic arm of the SC Student Loan Corporation, to expand its Youth Leadership Program in Darlington County.
Dance Club holds 68th Debutante Ball
The Men’s Dance Club of Darlington held its 68Th Annual Winter Debutante Ball on Saturday, December 21, 2024, at the Darlington Country Club.
Johnson named 2024 Employee of the Year
The Hartsville Police Department has named Marlene Johnson as its 2024 Employee of the Year, chosen by a popular vote from the entire agency.
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.
Janie Marie “Dinah” Smith
Janie Marie “Dinah” Smith aged 85, passed away after a long illness on May 3, 2023, at King’s Grant Retirement Community in Martinsville, Virginia.
Rev. Randal Jeb “R.J.” Lambert
Reverend Randall Jeb (R. J.) Lambert, 95, died peacefully at McLeod...
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.
Have fireflies left us?
Among sedges and along tree lines, across lawns and fields they’ll soon cease blinking.
Glancing at leaves
This time of year I catch myself glancing at leaves. On walks through woods and bike rides along trails, I see the occasional red leaf. I glance again and see a few more leaves turning crimson. Soon red outnumbers green. Autumn’s nigh.
LETTER TO EDITOR — Reader remembers Purple Heart vets
Dear Editor,
Thank you for the stories of the fine men who received the Purple Heart while protecting us during their military service.
LETTER TO EDITOR — Reader says “Stop the calls!”
Dear Editor,
This is a letter to Senators Graham and Scott and all of our representatives to Washington.
Learning along the Estuary
The children of Sandy Island board a school bus boat for an eight-minute journey across the Waccamaw River to the mainland.
The Miraculous Green Lizard
We call it a lizard, except it’s not. It’s an anole, and it can re-grow its tail, “regenerate” in the words of scientists.
The Darlington I Like to Remember: #2 Looking Back – The Town Square
Which is correct – Uptown, downtown, or across town?
Center Theater to host The Embers!
The Center Theater is kicking off 2025 in style with a live beach music event guaranteed to get you out of your seat and onto the dance floor or enjoying the feel-good sounds of The Embers from a nearby Adirondack chair.
Darlington “Connected” by Spectrum
Darlington County has entered a new era of connectivity with the completion of Spectrum’s Rural Broadband Expansion project.
August sworn in as Darlington County Sheriff
Before a crowd of more than 150 attendees at the Darlington County Courthouse on Tuesday night, Michael August officially assumed the role of Darlington County Sheriff.
News & Press celebrates 150 years!
This year marks an historic milestone for the News & Press newspaper in Darlington, as we celebrate 150 years of dedicated service to the community!
Cast your vote for Best of 2024!
Cast your own ballot today and pick your own very BEST!
Ballots will be in the News & Press during the month of January.
BACKYARD STARGAZER: January has close Conjunctions
In January, Venus and Saturn have a close conjunction; Venus and the Moon too!
Citadel graduate to receive posthumous Medal of Honor
This afternoon, the Congressional Medal of Honor is being awarded posthumously Captain Hugh Reavis Nelson, ’59.
Legal Pardon Clinic to be held
Legacy of Women, Inc., Path2Redemption, Inc., and The House of Refuge Church are hosting a Pardon Clinic on Saturday, January 18, 2025, to assist South Carolina justice-involved individuals in regaining opportunities for growth and rebuilding their lives.
Center Theater to host The Embers Jan. 17th
The Center Theater in Hartsville will host an unforgettable evening of music, dancing, and beach vibes at the Beach Music Bash on Friday, January 17, 2025.
COMMUNITY CALENDAR
Here is a list of some of the upcoming events for January 2025
