Newman Swamp United Methodist Church celebrates 200th Anniversary
Be sure to read the July 6th issue of the News and Press to read all about the 200th Anniversary of Newman Swamp United Methodist Churchin Lamar. Pictured above, Francis Asbury himself visited from the past, surprising the congregation!
Where is this in Darlington County?
Can you guess where this golden lion lives in Darlington County?
Mims celebrate 60th wedding anniversary
Charles and Doris Mims are celebrating their 60th wedding anniverary this week. The couple was wed on June 30, 1956. The couple had two children; Douglas Mims, now deceased; and Karen Mims Barber. The couple also has two grandchildren, Mark Barber and Jake Mims (Casie), and two great-grandchildren, Mabry and Hampton Mims.
People of Darlington County: Meet Anna DeWitt
The best way to describe the life of Anna DeWitt is to borrow a quote from Retired SCTF-1 Chaplin Michael Bingham…”Enjoying the Journey.” Anna DeWitt first started her career in Emergency Services in August of 1993 when she was hired by Darlington County Emergency Medical Services (EMS) as an Emergency Medical Technician. With her passion for emergency response and the people of Darlington County, it took only two short years for her...
Local students graduate from Coker College
The following area students graduated from Coker College on May 14: William Adams of Hartsville, S.C. graduated with a Bachelor of Arts in Physical Education (Exercise Science). Rachel Barr of Darlington, S.C. graduated with a Bachelor of Arts in English. Jessica Bedard of Hartsville, S.C. graduated with a Bachelor of Arts in Business Administration. Laurie Brown of Hartsville, S.C. graduated with a Bachelor of Science in Business...
Area students named to Coker College Dean’s List
The following area students have been named to the spring 2016 Dean’s List at Coker College for earning a 3.75 or higher grade point average (on a 4.0 scale). Darlington: Jada Hamilton Nedra Jeffords Allison Carraway Martha Taylor Hartsville: Taylor Brown Suzanne King Jordan McCoy Kaitlynn Campbell Amanda Pugh Brandon Sipp Megan Friedt Jessica Sanderson James Johnson Brittany Newman Brandi Freeman Shannon Gilbert Logon Smith...