Lady Red Foxes roll to perfect 6-0 start
Hartsville sent a clear message on Tuesday night, August 20, dismantling the Spring Valley Vikings in straight sets to push their record to a flawless 6-0. The 3-0 sweep didn’t just extend the win streak — it delivered the most lopsided result the Lady Red Foxes have posted all season.
Governor McMaster to serve as Honorary Pace Car Rider for Cook Out Southern 500
Darlington Raceway announced today that South Carolina Gov. Henry McMaster will serve as the Honorary Pace Car Rider for Sunday’s Cook Out Southern 500. McMaster, a longtime supporter of NASCAR and Darlington Raceway, will participate in pre-race ceremonies before climbing in the passenger seat of the Ford Mustang Dark Horse that will lead the field to green for one of the sport’s crown jewel events and the opening race of the 2026 NASCAR Cup Series Chase.
Historic weekend at Darlington: Watson and Weiss claim Southern 500 Golf titles
History and heroics shared the spotlight this past weekend at Darlington Country Club, where the 62nd Southern 500 Golf Invitational crowned two champions and, for the first time in tournament history, welcomed a women’s division to the field.
Hartsville Mayor publishes open letter opposing City’s FDTC land transaction
As Mayor of the City of Hartsville, I have followed what I believe to be a mandate from the people to help Hartsville grow and prosper. Our 2025 Master Plan clearly states that housing is the main obstacle to the City’s growth. We have a rare opportunity to do something about it, but that opportunity is being blocked by a Special Interest Group with their own agenda being promoted by a powerful lobbyist. I need your help!
SLED charges former Darlington County Deputy Sheriff with Misconduct in Office, Embezzlement of Public Funds
The South Carolina Law Enforcement Division (SLED) charged William Kenneth Sumner, 63, with Misconduct in Office and three counts of Embezzlement of Public Funds — Value Less Than $10,000 on Monday, August 24, 2026. The Darlington County Sheriff’s Office requested the SLED investigation.