Tony Watkins will not seek fourth term
Mayor Tony Watkins revealed he would not seek a fourth term during an impromptu announcement at the beginning of the Darlington City Council meeting on Tuesday, June 2.
Kalmia Garden Study Club celebrates National Garden Week
June 7 through 13 is National Garden Week, and members of the Kalmia Garden Study Club gathered Monday to distribute gorgeous flowers and plants to Darlington businesses and city offices. The plants will remain on display for the week and perhaps inspire people to beautify their yards and grow something beautiful this year. Pictured from left to right are Kalmia Garden Study Club members Diane Langston, Carolyn Abbott, Donnie Bryant,...
Church of the Week: Mt. Pisghah UMC
When I was asked to put together some articles about churches in Darlington County, I knew that at some point I’d like to venture out of Darlington County to talk about many other impressive churches that all South Carolinians should see and learn more about.
Humanitarian Award to Orlando Hudson
In a June 8 ceremony on the Public Square, Darlington native and Major League Baseball veteran Orlando Hudson was recognized for his longstanding charitable work with autistic youths.
Church of the Week: Mont Clare Community Center
If you thought this series of article is written about churches, it is- and this building does have religious significance. Other than the religious significance of this building, it also exemplifies what the yield can be when a community works together for a common good. Located at 1632 Mont Clare Road, it had its begin in 1933 by the citizens of the Mont Clare area of Darlington County. Their idea was to have a “community center” for the people to use, so the people banded together to build it.
Darlington County Education Foundation Awards Grants
Last week, as teachers with the Darlington County School District prepared to close up shop for the summer, several educators received delightful surprises as representatives of the Darlington County Education Foundation (DCEF) presented them with grant checks totaling almost $19,000.