Hartsville man publishes World War II account
Retired lieutenant colonel Grady Weaver of Hartsville has written and self-published a book about his wife’s father and his experiences in World War II.
Hartsville’s Veterans Memorial
The Veterans Memorial is dedicated to the veterans who served the United States during the five major conflicts of the 20th century.
Darlington plans celebration for Vets
Darlington’s American Legion Post 13 will hold a Veterans Day celebration on Nov. 11 from 11 a.m. to noon at the Public Square.
County elects new sheriff; Senator fends off a close challenger
Darlington County voters elected a new sheriff and nearly ousted a powerful state senator in the Nov. 3 general election.
Fort Jackson trains 43,000 per year
Fort Jackson in Columbia is the biggest basic-training center in the U.S. Army, training 50 percent of all soldiers entering the Army each year. Some 35,000 potential soldiers attend basic training and 8,000 advanced individual training soldiers train there annually. These photos, taken a few weeks ago, depict some of the rigorous training exercises Fort Jackson offers. PHOTOS COURTESY FORT JACKSON