Forestry has $21 billion impact on South Carolina’s economy
COLUMBIA—South Carolina Forestry Commission officials announced the economic impact of the state’s forestry sector in grand fashion today, unveiling a large backdrop depicting the industry’s $21 billion contribution to the state’s economy. The new economic impact figure, revealed in the findings of a Clemson University study commissioned by several forestry organizations, was disclosed at a press conference on the State House grounds...
Local students initiated into Phi Kappa Phi
Several local students were recently initiated into The Honor Society of Phi Kappa Phi, the nation’s oldest and most selective all-discipline collegiate honor society, through Francis Marion University. Those students were: • Hubert Setzler III of Darlington • April Garrity of Hartsville • Emily Lavender of Hartsville • Rachel Droze of Hartsville • Nicholas Smith of Lamar • Sierra Lind of Timmonsville These residents are among...
Church News – May 3, 2017
Please send your church news and photos to: editor@newsandpress.net Women of G.R.A.C.E. Central Baptist Church, 512 Spring St. in Darlington, will host the Women of G.R.A.C.E. Extravaganza Weekend May 5 and 6. The guest speaker will be Pat Owens of Faith Step Ministries. Tickets are required for Saturday’s lunch and must be purchased by May 3. For more information, call 843-393-8581. Homecoming Bible Truth Holiness Church, 5360 Indian...
Spring Break program a success at Washington St. Elementary
By Melissa Rollins, Editor, editor@newsandpress.net Project Intercept to Empower was held at Washington St. Elementary School April 17 – 20. Darlington County School District Safety, Security and Risk Management Technician Kim Nelson started the program for the district after a similar program through the Darlington Police Department was successful. Nelson said that she was thrilled with the program and the kids who signed up. “I am...
Masons act to preserve historic charter
Preserving historic documents is one of the key missions of the Darlington County Historical Commission, and last week Commission director Brian Gandy got the chance to help members of the 9th Masonic District Riven Rock #60 rescue and preserve their 114-year-old charter for the benefit of generations to come.
Darlington Professional Women present annual award
On Wednesday, April 19, the Darlington Professional Women Club recognized their 2017 ‘Woman of the Year’ winner during a meeting at the Darlington Country Club. Current club president Lisa Rock, a past recipient of the award, told those present that the award is given every April. “Today is one of those special meetings where we get to recognize a member of our club who goes above and beyond in her job, for our community and for this...