Two DHS Falcons wrestlers competed at State Wrestling Tournament
Six Darlington High School wrestlers competed in the Lower State qualifier tournament, and two the six Falcons won the opportunity to compete at the State Wrestling Tournament at the Anderson Convention Center, in Anderson on Sat., Feb. 28 Anthony Fullard, Senior, at 182 lbs., with a record of 28 – 7. was also a Region Champion in region Vl 3A. This is his fourth year wrestling, in addition to playing football for the Falcons....
Darlington holds off St. James comeback, advances to lower-state
By Drake Horton, Contributing Writer In what turned out to be a wild shootout, the Darlington Falcons came out on top and advanced to its third straight lower-state championship this past Wednesday at the Falcons Nest, defeating the St. James Sharks 81-77. The game turned out to be a tale of two halves for the Falcons with the first half showcasing Darlington’s shooting prowess and the second demonstrating what it really means to...
Keeping the Faith: Money – what it’s good for
By Ronnie McBrayer There is a single word that has overtaken contemporary US society, one concept that defines life in 21st century America: Security. Before you complete your online purchase, please establish a “secure” connection. Buy this alarm system or firearm to keep your loved ones “secure.” Our borders are porous and must be “secured.” Terrorists are planning horrendous acts, thus, everyone has to go through “security.” Buy...
Biker Roundup coming to Darlington Dragway
By Samantha Lyles, Staff Writer, slyles@newsandpressonline.com A major motorcycle event is coming to Darlington County this summer, and dozens of county officials, law enforcement, and emergency preparedness personnel joined business owners at the Greater Hartsville Chamber of Commerce on Feb. 27 to discuss plans with event organizers. From Aug. 5 though Aug. 9, The Darlington Dragway will host the South Carolina gathering for the...
Onsite ammo stores complicate firefighting
By Samantha Lyles, Staff Writer, slyles@newsandpressonline.com A Feb. 21 fire on Lawson Road in Darlington severely damaged the home of Hartsville Police Chief Jerry Thompson, and the challenge of combating the fire was complicated by the presence of multiple firearms and quantities of ammunition present in the house. Darlington Fire Department Chief Pat Cavanaugh says that in cases where live ammo is “cooking off” it is regular...
