County Council quizzed on stormwater, mosquitoes, private roads
Darlington County Council heard about two recurring issues at their March 7 regular meeting: flooding in the South Hartsville area and the attendant mosquitoes produced by that standing water, and the persisting troubles with Lide Springs Road in the Mechanicsville community.
City celebrates award-winning Trees on the Square project
City of Darlington officials and community members united last week to celebrate the latest leg of the Trees on The Square beautification project, where 10 large pots containing trees and colorful pansies were installed on Cashua Street. Generous donations from local citizens and businesses helped fund these lovely additions, and they join the dozens of pots already adorning the Square and brightening the downtown area.
It Takes a Village to prevent child abuse
The Darlington Police Department, Darlington County Sheriff’s Office, and the Pee Dee Coalition Durant Children’s Center teamed up last week to offer an educative evening centered on child sexual abuse prevention, detection, and prosecution. The “It Takes a Village” program offered insight into the persistent problem of sexual exploitation of minors, and gave law enforcement officers and counselors a chance to share stories, insights and strategies with the public.
Color Vibe 5k at Darlington Raceway
The Color Vibe 5k fun run and dance party brought plenty of color and excitement to the Darlington Raceway on Saturday, March 5, 2016. Hundreds of participants enjoyed making a huge rainbow mess despite the cold weather. Check out our photo gallery, you may see yourself! All photos can be shared individually on Facebook, and are available for purchase. Mobile users please click link to see photo gallery: ColorVibe Darlington Raceway...
By His hand we all are fed
How can an ecumenical soup kitchen operate successfully?
With a lot of help.
Read about Darlington’s plans for a soup kitchen, and the soup kitchen in nearby Hartsville.
House of Refuge Outreach Ministry grand opening
The House of Refuge Outreach Ministry last week celebrated the grand opening of a clothing closet designed to help local school children who need better fitting, gently used outfits.