Local student news for February 21, 2018
Local students named to President’s List at Clemson University CLEMSON–Local students have been named to the President’s List at Clemson University for the fall 2017 semester. They are: • Bethany A. Byrd of Darlington, whose major is Chemistry • Alexandria Michelle Curtis of Darlington, whose major is Pre-Business • Blaine A. Eads of Darlington, whose major is Marketing • Heather R. Godbold of Darlington, whose major...
“Ms. Taylor’s daughters” give moving tribute during dedication of SJE auditorium
It may have been a few years since Jean Taylor walked the halls of St. Johns Elementary School (SJE) but it is clear hearing from to those who knew her that spirit will not be forgotten.
Reaching the thirty thousand, one Sunday at a time
On any given Friday or Saturday night, the stage at Hartsville’s Center Theater features dancers performing and musicians filling the auditorium with their own brand of musical entertainment. On Sunday morning, the venue houses a different group: One Church Hartsville. The church with a ‘heart for Hartsville’ will celebrate its second anniversary this month.
Their love story began more than fifty years ago
Darlington residents Gus and Betty Battista have been married for over 50 years. Let that sink in for a moment. In a time when too many marriages are considered disposable, when unions splinter over arguments or illnesses or hard times, they have managed to stick together for five decades.
Trinity-Byrnes takes home first place win in regional quiz bowl
The Trinity-Byrnes middle school quiz bowl team took first place at the SCISA regional meet on February 7. The tournament, hosted by Wilson Hall, included Trinity-Byrnes, Wilson Hall, St. Anthony’s, and Holly Hill. Trinity-Byrnes won all 3 of their matches to advance to the state tournament on Thursday, February 15. Students answered questions based on literature, history, science, math and current events. Members of the team...
Darlington Father-Daughter Dance 2018
Dads and daughters turned out by the dozen, all dolled up and ready to shake a leg at Darlington Area Recreation’s annual Father & Daughter Dance, held February 8 at the Harmon Baldwin Gym.