Scenes from Darlington’s coronavirus nightmare
Bobby Bryant Editor editor@newsandpress.net Friday, March 13, a couple of hours after President Trump declares a national emergency over the coronavirus threat. I go to the Darlington Wal-Mart to buy socks. Getting out of the car, I hear a man telling someone, “ – Can’t help them out of the car anymore. That’s what they said. You can’t help elderly people out of the car now – ” Inside, I see three or four shoppers wearing surgical...
How you can help Darlington businesses through this crisis
Over the past week, life has changed dramatically right before our eyes. Our communities that were founded on innovation and hard work face adversity and hardship like they have not faced in our lifetime. Businesses have transformed the way they operate within days and some within hours. Darlington is strong and we are resilient. I am fully confident that we will all come out of this on the other side stronger, more confident in...
Pets of the Week
Petite Little Black Velvet! Everyone needs a classic black kitty in their kitty inventory and Salem could be just that kitty for you. Only 7-8 months old, this sweet, inquisitive gal loves giving and receiving affection and is ready to be someone’s treasured companion pet. Update your kitty inventory today by bringing Salem home today. I am SO into my person. I can never get enough in hanging out with humans. I adore them. They...
Annie Lou Weinberg James
Annie Lou Weinberg James DARLINGTON – Annie Lou Weinberg James, 85, passed away Tuesday, March 24, 2020. Due to precautions regarding COVID-19, the immediate family will hold a graveside service Friday at Grove Hill Cemetery, directed by Belk Funeral Home. Born Feb. 11, 1935, Annie was the daughter of the late Joe Levinso Weinberg and Eva Jane Dudley Weinberg. Mrs. James taught kindergarten at Kiddie Land School. She later taught...
Hettie “Hattie” Ray Mayo
Hettie “Hattie” Ray Mayo Hettie “Hattie” Ray Mayo, 55, died Saturday, March 21, 2020. Hattie was born April 21, 1964, daughter of the late Karl Pace Mayo Sr. and Alice Kathleen Heyward Mayo. She worked in management with retail stores and hotels. Mrs. Mayo enjoyed watching movies and loved her grandchildren. She was also known as a woman who spoke her mind. She is survived by her children: Sabrina (Shandhi Oates) Wallace, Charlene...