Darlington County veterans enjoy cookout, fellowship at American Legion Post 13
The Darlington County Veterans Affairs Office honored local vets last Friday, May 26, with a free hot dog lunch served at the American Legion Post 13. Guests enjoyed food and treats while they caught up with old friends and enjoyed the company of other retired military personnel. “The idea is to give veterans the opportunity to come together, with no pressure, and have a good time and reminisce,” said Darlington County Veterans...
FDTC Hosts Caterpillar’s ThinkBIG Global Conference
The Southeastern Institute of Manufacturing and Technology (SiMT) located on the main campus of Florence-Darlington Technical College (FDTC) hosted Caterpillar, Inc.’s ThinkBIG Global Conference on Tuesday, May 23. Caterpillar, Inc. ThinkBIG representatives from nine countries and 12 states met at the SiMT for the conference that only occurs every two years. This year’s conference marked the first time that FDTC has served as the...
Lamar Civitans hold annual golf tournament, recognize citizens
Earlier this month, the Lamar Civitans held their annual golf tournament at the Governors Run Golf Club. The event was an evening of laughter, mingling and raising money for a good cause, several in fact. Jimmy Newsom, who has served as chairman of the tournament committee for the 15 years it has been held, said that the fundraiser helps the Civitans do a lot of good for their community. “We provide five scholarships to five deserving...
Recycler of the Month April 2017
Angela Knox has been named the City of Hartsville’s Recycler of the Month for April 2017. As the Recycler of the Month, she received a yard sign as well as a Main Street Hartsville downtown gift certificate. The collection crew noted that Knox always has her cart placed curbside, and always has recycled materials placed for collection as well. Her efforts encourage neighbors to participate in recycling as well. The award program...
Hair stylists give back to Medford residents
The owner of Salon 3:16 in Darlington recently visited Medford Nursing Center. Salon owner, Tiffany Williamson, closed her salon for the day to conduct free hair styling for the female residents of Medford in honor of Mother’s Day, bringing her staff Marsha Bruce, Jennifer Boyce and Maria Hanyworth-Corbit with her. This is the third consecutive year that Miss Williamson has given back to the residents in this manner. They styled...