South Carolina African American Heritage Commission seeks members
The South Carolina African American Heritage Commission is seeking applicants to become members of the SCAAHC. The South Carolina African American Heritage Commission was created by the South Carolina General Assembly in 1993 for the preservation of African American history, culture, buildings and lifeways in South Carolina. Members represent the state by South Carolina’s six Congressional Districts and are appointed by the South...
Annie’s Project offers sage advice, lasting bonds for female farmers
Jennifer Stalford waited two years for an open spot with Annie’s Project, an educational retreat for women farmers hosted each year by Clemson University Cooperative Extension. The wait was worth it. Stalford said she appreciated the small, intimate setting that allowed her to get expert answers to all of her questions on managing an agribusiness. “I was able to implement things into my business before I even left,” said Stalford, who...
Local athletes receive scholarships from McLeod Sports Medicine
McLeod Sports Medicine has awarded the Geoffrey Kier Memorial Athletic Excellence Scholarships to three local athletes. The scholarship recipients were recognized at the annual McLeod Sports Medicine 5K and 10K Run/Walk held Saturday, March 19, 2016. The athletes receiving the scholarships are: Chris Vincent van Baaren, Anna Shurman, and Madison Hardee. Chris Vincent van Baaren is a senior at The King’s Academy where he...
Church News – March 30, 2016
Please send your church news to: editor@newsandpress.net Forever Redeemed in Lydia Bible Truth Holiness Church in Lydia, SC will have a singing with Forever Redeemed from St. Stephens, SC, on April 3, 2016 in our morning service at 11:00 am and evening service at 6:00 pm. Sis. Stephanie Nesbitt will bring the message in our evening service. For more information call Pastor Hazel Mixon at 843-332-3442 or 843-858-1209. Spring Summit The...
My dog ate my wallet!
We have all the heart-eyes for our dogs, don’t we? We may as well admit it – we all spoil our dogs.
Advice from the Doc
Dr. John Davis of Darlington’s Town & Country Veterinary Clinic is a notoriously forthright and plainspoken fellow, with a wealth of experience and plenty of “common sense” advice to share with pet owners.