Three receive prestigious McNair Scholarships to FMU
Francis Marion University has named three new students as McNair Scholars for the 2015-2016 school year. Elizabeth Goodman of Darlington’s Mayo High School for Math, Science and Technology; Aiden Humphrey of Mullins High School; and Corbin Witt of South Florence High School are the new scholars. The McNair Scholarship is FMU’s highest academic scholarship award. FMU covers the tuition, fees, and room and board for the scholars. A book...
Who are these folks in Darlington County?
Last week’s “Where is it in Darlington County” photo was of the Dixie Cup warehouse off 2nd Street in Darlington, a brick building that confounded many readers! Readers that guessed correctly were: Billy Foxe, Frances Coxe, Fonta Mumford, Bill Segars, Frank Coefield, and James Powers Apologies to missing the correct guesses from Ann Easterling, who knew the Williams portrait location, and to Tobye C. Bristow who knew the location of...
Bluegrass returns to Darlington County
Live bluegrass fans in the Pee Dee get a double treat in March with two great events. First, the South Carolina Southeastern Bluegrass Association brings bluegrass to the Music Hall in Darlington on March 7th as part of their new monthly concerts, always held the first Saturday of the month at their new location at the Music Hall in Darlington. Performing this Saturday night will be Flatland Express, a five member band from South...
Keeping the Faith: Money – what it’s good for
By Ronnie McBrayer There is a single word that has overtaken contemporary US society, one concept that defines life in 21st century America: Security. Before you complete your online purchase, please establish a “secure” connection. Buy this alarm system or firearm to keep your loved ones “secure.” Our borders are porous and must be “secured.” Terrorists are planning horrendous acts, thus, everyone has to go through “security.” Buy...
Preparing for the Pinewood Derby
Local Cub Scouts are treated to a special workshop opportunity at DCIT. The car racing culture of Darlington transcends every imaginable way to residents of this small southern city, from the powerful NASCAR cars circling the track Too Tough To Tame broadcast to fans across the globe, to the small wooden cars handcrafted each year by Cub Scouts to race in their annual Pinewood Derby. Both events employ strategic planning, work and...