Darlington Fire and Police “Toys for the Community” program brings Christmas joy to local families
Dozens of Darlington families received a little Santa Claus-style help from local emergency responders on the morning of December 23, right before Christmas Eve. Each year, members of the City of Darlington Fire and Police Departments transform the First Baptist Church gym into a toy depot where games, bikes, and dolls are given to local children in need.
Dancing with the Stars of Darlington County: Meet the Dancers
It’s almost time again to hit the dance floor. Dancing With the Stars of Darlington County, an annual charity event benefiting the Pee Dee Coalition Against Domestic and Sexual Assault, will be staged once again at the Center Theater in Hartsville. The event will take place January 25, 2018.
Coker’s Samuels surpasses 1,000 career points
Donte Samuels surpassed 1,000 career points as the Coker College men’s basketball team edged the visiting Newberry College Wolves 89-84 in a back and forth South Atlantic Conference battle Wednesday (Jan. 3) afternoon. The Navy and Gold improved to 7-7 overall and 4-2 in SAC play with the victory. The Cobras grabbed an early 7-0 lead in the opening minutes of action thanks to a couple of jumpers from Demarco Jackson and a three...
Urgent need for blood donors
The American Red Cross has an urgent need for blood and platelet donors of all blood types to help address a winter blood donation shortage. Severe winter weather has had a tremendous impact on blood donations already this year, with more than 150 blood drives forced to cancel causing over 5,500 blood and platelet donations to go uncollected. This is in addition to seasonal illnesses, such as the flu, and hectic holiday schedules...
Tips to help realize your goals in the year ahead
At the dawn of a new year, many people set goals to motivate themselves to change. But as January 1 drifts further into the rearview mirror, it can be easy to settle into old habits and forget about the resolutions and goals established at the turn of the calendar. Staying on course and achieving one’s goals requires discipline. In addition to working hard, men and women who want to realize their goals in the year ahead can take...