The Fourth of July: Fireworks and fallen trees
The Fourth of July brought more than fireworks to Darlington as afternoon storms hit the city with heavy rains and high winds.
How to keep bugs off your food when dining outdoors
Outdoor entertaining has many advantages. Cooking on a grill can make it easier to feed a crowd, while fresh air can make any occasion more fun. One pesky obstacle when entertaining outdoors is bugs. Nothing can ruin outdoor meals quite like insects. Finding a gnat in your soft drink or ants coursing over your hot dog can quickly destroy your appetite. It’s challenging but not impossible to deter insects from outdoor entertaining...
Don’t forget those killed in Korean War
I, along with millions of Americans, celebrated Independence Day July 4. I hope all paused, reflected and gave thanks to our Creator for bestowing to us this great country. But freedom is not free. I suggest readers research what happened to the signers of the Declaration of Independence. All lost their fortunes, some were executed, families persecuted and destroyed, and more. They gave their all to provide us with the freedoms we...
Darlington American Legion names first female adjutant
As the American Legion celebrates its 100th anniversary this year, Darlington’s Post 13 is moving into a new era by naming Brenda Jenkins as its first female adjutant.
PAC’s 2019-20 lineup is mighty tempting
Francis Marion University’s Performing Arts Center is offering some real temptations in its 2019-2020 entertainment season. That includes the actual Temptations, who’ll bring their famous sound and style to the PAC on March 7. Also on the 2019-2020 schedule, just announced by PAC Director Bud Simmons are Grammy winners Steve Earle and Shawn Colvin, fellow Grammy winner and songwriting legend Jimmy Webb, the red-hot Texas Tenors and...