Sheriff says he needs more men, more money to protect county
In 1993, when Sheriff Tony Chavis began his career as a trooper with the Highway Patrol, his starting pay roughly matched that of a present-day Darlington County deputy. Now, 26 years later, prices have gone up on everything, but a deputy’s starting salary has not kept pace.
County Council approves $4 million bequest
At Darlington County Council’s Feb. 4 regular meeting, members voted unanimously to accept and secure a generous gift left in their care. Council approved receipt of a $4 million bequest from the late Carolyn “Bet” Norment Phillips, which she set aside for the Darlington County Historical Commission.
Sheriff honors deputy as ‘a true hero’
Darlington County Sheriff Tony Chavis has recognized Deputy David Self for going above and beyond the call of duty during three recent incidents. Self is a native of Darlington and has been with the Sheriff’s Office since 2017. Previously, he served with the North Charleston Police Department. “I am proud to call this young man one of my deputies,” stated Chavis. “Deputy Self is a true hero and embodies our core values of integrity,...
Industrial hemp production bodes well in S.C. for first year
FLORENCE – Industrial hemp production could be a viable crop alternative for South Carolina farmers, according to Clemson Cooperative Extension crop and agribusiness agents.
A firefighter for 50 years: Friends, family mourn Stone
A line of fire trucks and emergency vehicles, lights flashing, escorted the body of Jim Stone home from a Florence hospital last Thursday night.
