Tips to help realize your goals in the year ahead
At the dawn of a new year, many people set goals to motivate themselves to change. But as January 1 drifts further into the rearview mirror, it can be easy to settle into old habits and forget about the resolutions and goals established at the turn of the calendar. Staying on course and achieving one’s goals requires discipline. In addition to working hard, men and women who want to realize their goals in the year ahead can take...
South Carolina African American Heritage Foundation receives grant
The South Carolina African American Heritage Foundation has been awarded funding from South Carolina Humanities to support its project, “MLK50: Where Do We Go From Here?” commemorating 50 years since the assassination of Dr. Martin Luther King, Jr. The goal of this project is to commemorate Dr. Martin Luther King, Jr. holiday by exploring civil rights activities since the death of Dr. King fifty years ago and what can or should be...
How to find time to exercise
A new year marks a great time to embrace change. Many people do just that by making resolutions designed to improve their lives in the year and years ahead. Resolutions regarding personal health are annually among the most popular changes people hope to make at the dawn of a new year. In fact, a quick scan of annual lists citing the most popular resolutions found that pledges to eat healthier and exercise more can be found at or near...
Virgil Wells Cancer Walk donation
The annual donation in the amount of $1,000 was presented to Beth Johnson of the American Cancer Society from the Mayo High School Athletic Hall of Fame and the Virgil Wells Cancer Walk.
Church News – January 10, 2018
Please send your church news and photos to: editor@newsandpress.net Bible Conference Pastor Andy Cook is coming to Central Baptist Church, and he’s bringing Israel with him. An experienced Israel tour leader and author of multiple books, Cook will take us on a virtual tour of many biblical sites during a four-day Bible conference. Starts January 7, 2018, at 10:30 am with evening sessions at 7 p.m. Jan.7-10. Discover more at...
Darlington County School District announces January Teacher Feature winners
The Darlington County School District’s Teacher Forum announced today the Teacher Feature winners for January. The program recognizes one teacher from each school to honor excellence in education. Teacher Feature is coordinated by the district’s Teacher Forum, which is comprised of each school’s Teacher of the Year. The purpose of the Teacher Forum is to foster professional growth and teacher leadership. Honorees receive free meals at...