Girls University opens Hartsville location
Girls University, Florence’s first gender-based afterschool academy, was to open their second location in Hartsville Aug. 19. Partnering with the City of Hartsville Parks and Recreation Department, the second location will utilize the Coach T.B. Thomas Sports Center to continue their mission of introducing girls to STEAM (science, technology, engineering, arts and math). Girls University’s initiative is designed to motivate, inspire...
Red Apple Passes available for Darlington County residents
Darlington County residents wishing to participate in the Darlington County School District’s Red Apple Pass program will have three extra opportunities to register this year. Eligible individuals may always register at the school district’s administration building, located at 120 E. Smith Ave. in Darlington. This year, Red Apple Pass registration events will also be held from 10 a.m. to 2 p.m. at the Lamar Library on Aug. 22, the...
Jennings looks to change the culture for Darlington football in first year
The last three years have been a nightmare for the Darlington Falcons football program. In those three years Darlington has won just three football games, going 1-10 in 2016, 2-9 in 2017 and 0-9 in 2018.
Mary Scott honored with “Pilot of the Year” Award
Pilot Club of Darlington President Kimberly Nelson presents Mary Scott with the “Pilot of the Year” Award at the first meeting of the Pilot year. The members of the Pilot Club selected Scott because of her dedication to the Pilot Club, Anchor Club and the community. She has served in many leadership positions in the Pilot Club, including president, and currently serves as treasurer. She has been a Pilot Club member for over 30 years....
Deputies investigate shooting
Darlington County sheriff’s deputies were investigating a shooting early Sunday morning, officials said. The shooting took place near the 2200 block of North Center Road in the Centerville community, the Darlington County Sheriff’s Office said. The victim was taken to a local hospital; his or her injuries were not immediately known.