James “Jimmy” E. Chandler
Darlington – Major James E. Chandler, USA (LTC Ret.), age 74, passed away Monday, June 15, 2020. A memorial service will be held on a later date. Belk Funeral Home is assisting the family during this time. Born December 15, 1945, Jimmy is the son of the late Leo B. Chandler and Virginia Young Volz. He retired from Bell South after 30 years. He was a member of the American Legion, a Mason, and a Shriner. Jimmy was a member of First...
Deacon Laverne Wingate
Deacon Laverne Wingate was born on Dec. 15, 1932, in Darlington. He was the fifth child of the late Prince Wingate and Rosa Lee Hammonds Wingate. He departed his earthly body on June 14, 2020. Laverne was educated in the public schools of Darlington County and attended Cherry Grove Elementary School and graduated from Mayo High School. He received his undergraduate degree from Benedict College in Columbia with a Bachelor of Science in...
Woman killed in auto collision
A 21-year-old Darlington County woman was killed June 19 when a pickup truck and an SUV collided on South Center Road and Seven Pines Road, officials said.
Decorated Vietnam veteran dies at 71
A Darlington native and resident who was decorated for service in Vietnam that cost him both legs died June 12 at his home.
S.C. medical stockpiles big enough for future health emergencies?
Whether South Carolina has enough medical supplies to deal with the next possible wave of the coronavirus – or other future health emergencies – is a matter of debate.