Some retailers reopen, but schools stay closed
Local retailers are starting to revive after being shut down for weeks because of the coronavirus crisis, but all public schools in Darlington County and the rest of South Carolina will stay closed for the rest of the academic year.
‘6 weeks, and it stings’: Closures a painful trial
By Samantha Lyles slyles@newsandpress.net As the COVID-19 pandemic continues, caution remains the order of the day – by order of the state and federal government. But restrictions on some businesses are loosening, and with every “Open” sign flickering to life, the faint pulse of Darlington’s economic heartbeat gets stronger. “Basically, we were closed this whole month (April) and back through the middle of March. So that’s...
Winfred Lewis Flowers
Winfred Lewis Flowers Winfred Lewis Flowers, 76, of Darlington, passed away April 19, 2020. Winfred was born in Darlington, a son of the late E.J. Flowers and Mary Jordan Flowers. He was born with a heart for his community, and he followed it all his life. After graduating from St. John’s High School in 1962, Winfred demonstrated his dedication to his country by serving in the Navy. This commitment extended beyond his military...
BACKYARD STARGAZER: The moons of May, and other wonders
By Francis Parnell It’s almost May and, if you’ve never seen it, a good time to spot Mercury, the closest planet to the Sun. Mercury is small, elusive, orbits the Sun every 88 days (four times a year) and speeds along at 106,000 miles per hour! At sunset on the 1st, the waxing gibbous Moon is a few degrees above Regulus, the brightest star in Leo, the Lion. On the 7th, the final Supermoon of the year rises at sunset and is...
Harry W. Blayton Sr.
Harry W. Blayton Sr. FLORENCE — Harry W. Blayton Sr., 81, of Florence died on Sunday, April 19, 2020. A celebration of life service for Mr. Blayton will be held at a later date at Darlington Moose Lodge. Harry was born in Darlington County. He was the son of the late Hilton Blayton and Edith Buckles Blayton. Harry enjoyed working in his shop and fixing things around the house. He worked at Darlington Veneer Mill and Dixie Cup....
