The Florence County Museum Opens Exhibition of Antebellum Portraiture by South Carolina Artist William Harrison Scarborough
William Harrison Scarborough was likely the most prolific portraitist in South Carolina during the 19th century. He is known to have created at least 600 portraits from 1836 to 1871. His reputation is usually credited by the numerous images he created of South Carolina’s politicians, like John C. Calhoun. Although much is known of the artworks he produced while living in Columbia, SC from around 1845 to 1871, less discussion is made...
Shooting Investigation
Darlington County Sheriff’s Deputies are currently investigating a shooting that occurred near the intersection of Russell Rd. and S. 5th St. at approximately 8:30 p.m. August 20. As a result, one individual was transported by a personal vehicle to an area hospital with non-life-threatening injuries. If you have any information you are asked to contact Darlington County Sheriff’s Investigators at (843) 398-4501 or Crime Stoppers of...
South Carolina Department of Revenue introduces MyDORWAY
The South Carolina Department of Revenue (SCDOR) is pleased to announce the completion of MyDORWAY, our free online tax portal. MyDORWAY makes managing South Carolina tax accounts easier than ever, giving taxpayers and businesses the freedom to: · schedule payments · view copies of SCDOR correspondence · review account history · securely manage more than 50 tax types · access accounts online 24-7 More than 228,000 users manage more...
Local NCNW promotes STEM initiative
The National Council of Negro Women, Inc. has set as one of its on-going initiatives, the promotion of STEM careers. NCNW seeks to establish a more comprehensive, integrated response to the need for science, technology, engineering, and mathematics education for communities of color. In recognition of the fact that economic stability and career opportunities are enhanced by familiarity with STEM, NCNW believes it is important to...
Investigators seeking to identify suspects
Darlington County Sheriff’s Deputies are investigating the theft and use of a credit card used at Lamar area gas stations. Deputies are requesting the public’s assistance with identifying the individuals suspected of using the credit cards. If you have any information you are asked to contact Investigator Freddie Davis at 843-398-4501 ext. 308 or Crime Stoppers of the Pee Dee at 1-888-CRIME-SC or visit www.p3tips.com. You do not have...