Suspect sought in theft at library
The Darlington Police Department needs the public’s help in identifying someone who walked out of the Darlington County Library on North Main Street with a bookbag containing several computer items. The incident occurred Oct. 24. If you have any information call the Darlington Police Department at 843-398-4026. The Police Department is also asking for the public’s help in identifying subject(s) who may have been involved in a rash of...
Trinity-Byrnes takes second place overall at the Pee Dee Regional Math Competition
Trinity-Byrnes took second place overall at the Pee Dee Regional Math Competition held at Francis Marion University. Ruth Player was in 4th place overall and received an Honorable Mention. The Top 4 scorers: Ruth Player, Ben Naso, Jackson Lowe and Mingseong Kim formed the TBCS team for the final round and they took second place overall. Photos submitted
Celebrating the holidays as a blended family
Emotions run deep come the holiday season. Holiday planning can be hectic, especially for blended families. Today’s families are increasingly blended, meaning they’re a combination of families due to divorce or death. Even though the holidays are meant to be joyous, navigating traditions and accommodating the unique needs of all involved — including cultural traditions, visitation schedules, rituals, and religious beliefs — can be...
Body in wrecked car a homicide case
The death of a person found in a wrecked car in the Hartsville area is being treated as a homicide case, according to the Darlington County Sheriff’s Office. The victim, whose gender was not specified in early reports, was inside a car that was found wrecked in a field Dec. 3 near the intersection of East Home Avenue and North Center Road, officials said. The Darlington County Coroner’s Office ruled the death a homicide, but officials...
$50,000 Powerball ticket sold in Hartsville
COLUMBIA – A Powerball ticket sold in Hartsville for Saturday’s drawing is worth $50,000, according to media reports. The ticket was purchased at a Bi-lo at 819 W. Carolina Ave. The numbers for the ticket were: Powerball – Saturday, Dec. 1 10, 11, 47, 55 and 58 Powerball: 26

