Sweet Potato Festival offers a sweet, family-fun atmosphere
The 25th annual Sweet Potato Festival kicked off in downtown Darlington Oct. 14, with hundreds of people filling the streets. Between the arts and craft vendors, car show, games and fair food there was something for everyone. The Yam Jam later in the day featured Eaglewing, an Eagles tribute band. Listeners were treated to musical journey as the band played hits from 1971 thru 2007. Smiles could be seen all around as everyone enjoyed...
Center Baptist Church celebrates Seniors
Senior members of Center Baptist Church of Timmonsville gathered at Rogers Barbecue in Florence this past weekend to enjoy fellowship and share a meal as part of the church’s annual Senior Citizens weekend. This celebration also included a special Sunday morning service with a message from guest speaker Pastor J.D. Blue of Hartsville’s Second Baptist Church focused on honoring the church’s many senior members. Center...
The Shower Ministry celebrates with ribbon cutting ceremony
Community members and city officials recently joined volunteers of The Shower Ministry to officially mark the opening of the showers at Trinity Methodist United Church located just off the square in the heart of Darlington. The Shower Ministry was established to provide a basic need to those that are homeless or without running water in their homes; however, any and all are welcome. Trinity Pastor, Chris Lollis, opened the occasion...
St. John’s High School Class of ‘87 holds 30th Reunion
The St. John’s High School Class of 1987 held their 30th year reunion on Sept. 29 with a meet and greet at Redbone Alley in Florence. A cookout on Sept. 30 was held at the Wilds-Edwards House in Darlington. Several faculty members of their class were also in attendance. Dinner, socializing and reminiscing was also held at the Wilds-Edwards House that evening. 1st Row: J. Griggs, R. McLaughlin, W. Sweatt, K. Benton, P. Hartz.,...
Local churches partner to host Hope For Life event
This month, Pee Dee area residents will have an opportunity to hear encouraging messages about “HOPE FOR (a better) LIFE”. The three-day event will be held at the Florence Civic Center, beginning at 7 p.m. Oct. 17–19,and is co-hosted by eight different regional congregations of the Churches of Christ. Steve Ridgell, director of the HOPE FOR LIFE ministry from Abilene, TX will be the featured speaker. Each evening’s lesson will...
City of Hartsville recognizes local Eagle Scout project
On Fri., Oct. 20, at 5:30 p.m., the City of Hartsville Parks and Recreation department will host a ribbon cutting event in recognition of the new kayak dock at Lawton Park. The project was organized and completed by Ryan Traver, Boy Scout Troop 523, as his Eagle Scout project. “I’ve grown up in Hartsville, I love the city and the people here, and I wanted to do something that would benefit the community,” says Ryan Traver, “I’ve been...