Rebecca W. Bass
DARLINGTON — Rebecca W. Bass, 36, died Tuesday, April 7, 2020. The family received friends Thursday at Belk Funeral Home. A celebration of her life will be held at a later date. Due to concerns about COVID-19, the family understands if you are unable to visit at this time, and they appreciate your thoughts and prayers. To know Becca was to love her. She was the most amazing daughter, granddaughter, mother, sister and friend that...
The right foods can fight inflammation
The human body and its immune system excels at fighting foreign invaders like bacteria and viruses. Signaling chemicals called interleukins tell cells whether they are needed to fight illness or they should wait in the wings. While these immune defenders are doing their jobs, soreness, fatigue and swelling can occur — the natural side effects of an immune system response — but will soon dissipate. However, many people deal with immune...
Darlington Free Medical Clinic prepares for coronavirus aftereffects
The Free Medical Clinic of Darlington County, 500 W. Carolina Ave. in Hartsville, and 203 Grove St. in Darlington, continues to meet the primary care and prescription needs for the uninsured of the county. Although both clinics are operating on a reduced schedule, high-quality, free healthcare continues to be provided using CDC- and DHEC-recommended social distancing, telehealth and other practices. No walk-ins are being currently...
Mayor proclaims ‘Girl Scout Week
The Girl Scout organization was started 108 years ago, March 12, 1912. Mayor Curtis Boyd proclaimed March 8-14 as Girl Scout Week. After signing the proclamation, the week began with Boyd, along with retired Darlington Police Chief Danny Watson, teaching the girls self-defense. The week ended with a Girl Scout Sunday celebration. The girls were responsible for all aspects of the service including the posting of colors, welcome,...
Deputies investigate slaying near Lamar
Darlington County sheriff’s deputies are investigating a homicide on Old Timers Court near Lamar last week. Deputies were dispatched to a residence around 5:45 p.m. Thursday and found one person dead inside. The victim was identified as Willie Ray Jackson. If you have any information, you are asked to contact Darlington County sheriff’s investigators at (843)398-4920 or Crime Stoppers of the Pee Dee at 1-888-CRIME-SC or visit...