Veterans encouraged to apply for deer hunts
The S.C. Department of Natural Resources and Cowden Plantation near Jackson, S.C., are offering their thanks and appreciation to our military in memory of Spc. Thomas Caughman by hosting two free deer hunts on Nov. 30 and Dec. 14. Chosen applicants will have lunch before the hunt, as well as the opportunity to tour the Jarrett Rifles Gun Shop and Museum. Please fill out an application here and e-mail it to SCDNR 1ST Sgt. Ben Thomas...
Brunson-Dargan Elementary staff invited to Charlotte to discuss financial literacy curriculum
Faculty and staff from Brunson-Dargan Elementary School (BDE) recently represented the school in Charlotte, North Carolina, as keynote speakers at an event hosted by the Vanguard Group. Principal Ada Sindab, along with teachers Regina Parker and Rebecca Watson, spoke about how BDE has implemented the Vanguard Group’s “My Classroom Economy” program to teach students financial literacy. “My Classroom Economy is a program that enables...
Sheriff Announces Promotions and New Deputy
Darlington County Sheriff Tony Chavis has announced the promotion of three Deputies and hiring of one. Investigator Clark Epps has been promoted to the rank of Corporal assigned to the Criminal Investigations Division. Cpl. Epps is a native of Darlington with 19 years of law enforcement experience. He served 10 years in the United States Marine Corps. Investigator Freddie Davis has been promoted to the rank of Corporal assigned to the...
NFPA and The Center for Campus Fire Safety raise student awareness of fire hazards in student campus housing during high-risk months
September is Campus Fire Safety Month, and the National Fire Protection Association (NFPA) and The Center for Campus Fire Safety (The Center) are working together to promote their national Campus Fire Safety for Students campaign. The campaign, which raises awareness about the dangers of fires among college-aged students who live in on- and off-campus college housing, serves as an important reminder for students, parents, fire safety...
FMU thoroughfare renamed Heyward Drive
One of the primary thoroughfares on the Francis Marion University campus has new name. At a ceremony last week, university officials held a dedication ceremony for the new Heyward Drive. The naming honors Dr. Joseph E. “Joe” Heyward, who served FMU for more than 30 years as an instructor, administrator and provost. Heyward Drive is the main east-west street on the FMU campus. It was previously called Patriot Drive. FMU President Dr....
