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Sheriff’s Captain fired for alleged misconduct, second Captain put on Administrative Leave
The Darlington County Sheriff’s Office reports that Captain Mark Campbell has been fired after allegations of inappropriate conduct.
Society Hill Council discusses budget and city beautification
The Town Council of Society Hill met on Tuesday, March 14, 2023, and discussed their budget and the ongoing efforts to beautify the town.
City Council discusses land sale and street damage
When the Darlington City Council met on Tuesday, March 14, 2023, much of the meeting was taken up with the discussion of the city’s sale of land, located at 207 Siskron Street.
Darlington man arrested after shooting at Florence lounge
A shooting on Saturday morning, March 11, 2023, at a Florence County nightclub, resulted in the death of one person.
Minor threatens Darlington Middle School
Last Tuesday, March 14, 2023, Darlington Middle School received emails from a minor threatening to “shoot up the school”, according to Darlington County Sheriff James Hudson Jr.
School board honors 20 students, discusses calendar, policy updates
The Darlington County School board met on Monday, March 13, 2023, and honored the scholastic and athletic achievements of over 20 students in the district.
Darlington County group holds meeting to discuss youth incarceration issues
South Carolina (SC) is currently out of compliance with the Juvenile Justice Reform Act of 2018 (JJRA) Deinstitutionalization of Status Offenders (DSO) core requirement.
Hartsville Kiwanis distributes grants
The Hartsville Kiwanis Club has awarded grants to five local organizations in 2023 so far and is still processing several other grant requests it has received.
Duke Energy kicks off Grant season
The Duke Energy Foundation is kicking off the second year of its $500,000 microgrant program to invest in emergency preparedness organizations across South Carolina to increase their resiliency to major weather events through advanced preparation, planning, equipment and training.
Brockington Elementary Junior Beta Club members bring home accolades from State Championship
National Junior Beta members from Brockington Elementary Magnet School (BEMS) are celebrating their participation and competition victories in the South Carolina Elementary Beta State Convention.
Trinity Collegiate’s Lady Titans show their dominance against Lamar
On paper, the softball matchup pitting the Trinity Lady Titans against the Lady Silver Foxes from Lamar, favored the veteran girls from Lamar who won districts a year ago and only lost one starter from that squad.
Lamar Silver Foxes fall to Latta Vikings in a Friday night baseball showdown
The Latta Vikings visited the Lamar Silver Foxes Friday for a baseball matchup.
Darlington County Schools Daredivils’ eSports program launches districtwide
Students in the Darlington County School District have an exciting opportunity to compete as a team through the district’s new eSports program.
Lady Red Foxes play in Pee Dee Pitch-Off
The Lady Red Foxes Softball Senior players competed during the Pee Dee Pitch-Off, held on March 4, 2023.
Hartsville shuts out Darlington in softball
Although Darlington has dropped down from Region 6 4A to the 3A level, anytime the rivalry between Darlington and Hartsville occurs it is ripe with enthusiasm for bragging rights.
Darlington gets Wilson Tigers by the tail
It took a while before the Darlington Falcons baseball team could tame their old rival from Florence.
Trinity Collegiate student athletes sign to play college sports
Trinity Collegiate student athletes Jacob Powell and Jay Smith sign to play college sports.
Hartsville loses close contest with Lee Academy
The Pee Dee Classic baseball tournament opened at Jimmy White Park in Hartsville with the Harts-ville Red Foxes hosting the Cavaliers from Lee Academy.
DHS Athletic Director anticipates season
s we embark upon the 2023 Spring Sports season here at Darlington High, anticipation is the key word.
Darlington Baseball and Softball Schedules
Here are the softball and baseball schedules for Darlington High School.
Sheriff’s Captain fired for alleged misconduct, second Captain put on Administrative Leave
The Darlington County Sheriff’s Office reports that Captain Mark Campbell has been fired after allegations of inappropriate conduct.
Society Hill Council discusses budget and city beautification
The Town Council of Society Hill met on Tuesday, March 14, 2023, and discussed their budget and the ongoing efforts to beautify the town.
City Council discusses land sale and street damage
When the Darlington City Council met on Tuesday, March 14, 2023, much of the meeting was taken up with the discussion of the city’s sale of land, located at 207 Siskron Street.
School board honors 20 students, discusses calendar, policy updates
The Darlington County School board met on Monday, March 13, 2023, and honored the scholastic and athletic achievements of over 20 students in the district.
Darlington County group holds meeting to discuss youth incarceration issues
South Carolina (SC) is currently out of compliance with the Juvenile Justice Reform Act of 2018 (JJRA) Deinstitutionalization of Status Offenders (DSO) core requirement.
Hartsville Kiwanis distributes grants
The Hartsville Kiwanis Club has awarded grants to five local organizations in 2023 so far and is still processing several other grant requests it has received.
Duke Energy kicks off Grant season
The Duke Energy Foundation is kicking off the second year of its $500,000 microgrant program to invest in emergency preparedness organizations across South Carolina to increase their resiliency to major weather events through advanced preparation, planning, equipment and training.
Brockington Elementary Junior Beta Club members bring home accolades from State Championship
National Junior Beta members from Brockington Elementary Magnet School (BEMS) are celebrating their participation and competition victories in the South Carolina Elementary Beta State Convention.
American Specialty donates new Modula storage system to FDTC
American Specialty, a local distributor of high-density storage and inventory management systems, is donating a state-of-the-art Modula ME25 storage system to Florence-Darlington Technical College (FDTC) and its Southeastern Institute of Manufacturing and Technology (SiMT).
Darlington County Schools Daredivils’ eSports program launches districtwide
Students in the Darlington County School District have an exciting opportunity to compete as a team through the district’s new eSports program.
James L. Johnson Jr.
Homegoing celebration for Mr. James L. Johnson, Jr. Milwaukee, Wisconsin, formerly of Darlington, was on Saturday, February 25, 2023 at 2:30 PM at the Spaulding Middle School, 400 Cartersville Highway, Lamar, SC 29069.
Annie Lee Perdue
Annie Lee Perdue, age 80, passed away on Sunday, February 19, 2023.
Ola Mae “Kookie” Littles Muldrow
Homegoing celebration for Mrs. Ola Mae “Kookie” Littles Muldrow was held on Friday, March 17, 2023 at 1:00 PM at the Mt. Zion Baptist Church, 3208 N. Governor Williams Hwy. Darlington, SC.
Gerald David “Jerry” Boykin
Gerald David “Jerry” Boykin, 74, of Waycross, GA, died Thursday afternoon (February23, 2023) at Memorial Satilla Health after an extended illness.
Kathy Blackwell Lloyd
Kathy Blackwell Lloyd, 75,of Lamar passed away on Wednesday March 1, 2023 after a long, but courageous battle with COPD.
James Lee
Homegoing celebration for Mr. James Lee “Hollywood” McFarland were Saturday, March 11, 2023 at 1:00 PM at the New Zion Deliverance Baptist Church, 1740 North Governor Williams Highway, Darlington, SC 29540.
Samuel Fulton Ervin Jr.
Samuel (Sam) Fulton Ervin, Jr., 95, of Florence died March 6, 2023 at the McLeod Hospice House.
Lois Galloway Davis Reynolds
Lois Galloway Davis Reynolds, 97, went home to the Lord on Thursday March 2nd, 2023. Lois was born in Darlington County on July 8th,1925.
Mary Dickson Moody
Mary Dickson Moody, 77, widow of Laverne Moody, died Tuesday, March 7, 2023. surrounded by her loving family.
DEATH: Mr. Robert “Bobby” Black
Homegoing celebration for Mr. Robert “Bobby” Black, Sr. will be Thursday, March 9, 2023 at 1:00 PM at Bethel AME Church,1321 South Main Street, Darlington, SC 29532.
Thirty years: The mountains to the sea
I remember the year well. 1984. It was my first year working as a staff writer for South Carolina Wildlife.
My lovely little Valentine: Happy 85th Birthday to you!
On this Valentine’s Day of 2023, we celebrated your 85th birth date.
Taking a walk in the winter woods
I like boardwalks. Those that take you through protected natural areas.
LETTER TO THE EDITOR: Thank you, Darlington
I am writing to thank Darlington-area residents for sharing the true meaning of Christmas with children in need this past holiday season.
A page right out of Americana
My excursions along backroads always reveal two nostalgic sights: the rusting tin and decaying wood of crumbling barns and old pickup trucks beneath sheds.
Devotion at an abandoned home place
No matter how long, no matter how often you travel a road, it’ll surprise you.
A nice mess of collards
Last week an email from my friend, Pat Branning, known for her gorgeous Shrimp, Collards, & Grits cookbooks, sent me on a quest.
LETTER TO THE EDITOR: School Board not listening
It’s as clear and as obvious as the nose on our faces that the school board had finalized plans to consolidate St. Johns and Rosenwald schools.
The rivers of the Southeast I cross
Rivers make me say things out loud. As I drive alone over a river I often say its name.
Things I have left undone
Each Christmas, my mind goes back to a June day in Valdosta, Georgia.
Sheriff’s Captain fired for alleged misconduct, second Captain put on Administrative Leave
The Darlington County Sheriff’s Office reports that Captain Mark Campbell has been fired after allegations of inappropriate conduct.
School board honors 20 students, discusses calendar, policy updates
The Darlington County School board met on Monday, March 13, 2023, and honored the scholastic and athletic achievements of over 20 students in the district.
Trinity Collegiate’s Lady Titans show their dominance against Lamar
On paper, the softball matchup pitting the Trinity Lady Titans against the Lady Silver Foxes from Lamar, favored the veteran girls from Lamar who won districts a year ago and only lost one starter from that squad.
Lamar Silver Foxes fall to Latta Vikings in a Friday night baseball showdown
The Latta Vikings visited the Lamar Silver Foxes Friday for a baseball matchup.
Grand Old Post Office hosts artist’s event
Darlington native Lillian White performed her own play for an appreciative audience at the GOPO.
Southside Free Will Baptist holds Food Bank
Southside Free Will Baptist Church, located at 153 E. McIver Rd., in Darlington, held their Food Bank program on Saturday, March 18, 2023.
COMMUNITY CALENDAR
Here is a list of some of the upcoming events in Darlington County.
County Council approves funds for pet shelter and hears crime report
On Monday, March 6, 2023, the Darlington County Council met for their regular meeting and heard a plea for funds to the animal shelter as well as a full crime report.
DCCRC hosts ‘History Speaks’
On Saturday, March 11, 2023, the Darlington County Cultural Realism Complex held the “History Speaks” event at their location, 302 Pearl St., Darlington.
Joe’s Grill holds Annual Chili Cookoff
Joe’s Grill held their Annual Chili Cookoff with trophies going to the winners in 4 categories.
