3 county residents charged in tax-evasion scheme, state says
Three Darlington County residents were arrested last week by South Carolina Department of Revenue (SCDOR) agents. James Edward Stroud was charged with six counts of property tax evasion and one count of conspiracy to defraud the government. The defendant owned more than 120 rental properties in Florence County. The properties were leased or rented while Stroud and others made it appear as if the properties were for sale under contract...
Hartsville attorney to serve on Presbyterian College board
Cody T. Mitchell, a Hartsville attorney, has been elected to serve on the Presbyterian College Board of Trustees. Mitchell serves as a partner in the firm of Lucas, Warr, White, & Mitchell in Hartsville, S.C., and practices with his mentor, S.C. House of Representatives Speaker Jay Lucas. Mitchell’s practice focuses on the areas of personal injury, criminal defense, general litigation, family court and real estate. He devotes 98...
Gifting those who live far away
People move away for many reasons, including access to better jobs, a lower cost of living, mandatory job relocation, or to attend school. Some people enjoy seeing the world and make frequent travel part of their lifestyles. Distant friends and family members may be out of sight but certainly not out of mind come the holidays. Even though not everyone can get together for Christmas dinner or to light the Chanukah menorah, there are...
Are poinsettias poisonous?
Christmas trees, Santa Claus, menorahs, and glittering lighting displays are just a few of the many prominent symbols of the holiday season. And while mistletoe might garner more attention and inspire more displays of affection, poinsettias are another prominent sign that the holiday season has arrived. Thanks to its bright red and green colors, the poinsettia is perhaps the ideal holiday plant. But as much as it suits holiday decor...
Great last-minute gift ideas
Tradition is a hallmark of the holiday season. Religious services, family gatherings and trips to see Santa Claus are just a few of the many traditions people adhere to during the holiday season. Many holiday shoppers also adhere to the time-honored tradition of last-minute shopping. The perfect gift can sometimes prove elusive, especially as the sand in the holiday hour glass keeps dwindling. These last-minute gift ideas may be just...
