BCAC presents Jessica Clark
By Jana E. Pye, Editor, editor@newsandpress.net An opening reception for Jessica Clark, Lumbee Artist was held at Black Creek Arts Council (BCAC) gallery on November 3. The artist teaches high school in Lumberton, N.C., and shared that she is inspired by her Native American culture as well as the abundant nature of the area that she lives. She said that she has been painting since she was in high school – around 17 years. Some of the...
Miss DHS Pageant November 12
The Miss Darlington High School pageant will be held on November 12 at 6 p.m. at the St. John’s Elementary School Auditorium. The theme of the pageant is “Miss DHS goes to Hawaii,” and will feature Miss Darlington High School 2015 Aubrey Goodwin, Miss Florence 2016 Brooke Vu, the Kendall Standish voice studio, Breanna Barfield, KFA of Florence, and emcee Tiletha Lane. Contestants from grades 9-12 will compete in casual wear, talent,...
So Lina Auction to host 2nd Annual Spina Bifida Event
The So Lina Auction in Darlington is hosting their second Spina Bifida event on Saturday, November 12 from 10 a.m. to 6 p.m. featuring a car show, items for bid, great food and music, and plenty of fun! Last year, the auction raised over $10,000.00 for the Spina Bifida Association of the Carolinas (SBA). Bryce Wilson, grandson of So Lina Auction owners Mr. and Mrs. Stengel, was born with Spina Bifida. The family hopes to help others,...
50th Wedding Anniversary
District Elder George and First Lady Sara McElveen were given a surprise 50th Wedding Anniversary dinner on November 6, 2016 at Salvation Temple Church, given by their family and the members of Salvation Temple Church. The couple was married 50 years on October 24, 2016. To this union, four children were born: Terry (Joyce) McElveen, Carol (Michael) Howard, Eric (Audrey) McElveen and Kim Jett. They have 12 grandchildren: LaToya...
Darlington Raceway’s hosts 4th Annual Speed & Feed BBQ Cook-Off and Car Show
Darlington Raceway’s Speed & Feed BBQ Cook-Off and Car Show on Nov. 11-12 is quickly approaching and the fourth annual event is shaping up to be a must attend for families in the local community. In addition to the Speed & Feed offering quality barbeque and classic cars, great live music will also be featured as The Recollections Band will take the stage on Friday night (Nov. 11) from 5:30 p.m. – 8 p.m. The Recollections...
Church News – November 9, 2016
Please send your church news and photos to: editor@newsandpress.net Fall Chicken Bog at Indian Branch Indian Branch Church Fall Chicken Bog will be held Friday, November 11 from 4 p.m. until 8 p.m. Indian Branch Community Center. Eat in or take out next door to the church. Only $8 per plate! Kingdom Living Temple Harvest Party Enjoy our Harvest Party on November 12 from 8 a.m. – 5 p.m. Yard Sale, Kids Face Painting, Games, Health...