5 things to look for when selecting a lawn service
Most people want beautiful, lush lawns and well-maintained landscapes. Not every homeowner has the time or the inclination to do the work, however. Many homeowners rely on a lawn service to help maintain their properties and keep their homes looking great. Lawn companies come in all shapes and sizes — from fly-by-night workers with ill-maintained equipment to franchised companies with thousands of workers across the country to...
Students study swine in search of answers to breast cancer
A passion born of a personal connection to the ravages of breast cancer is pushing a team of Clemson University Animal and Veterinary Sciences students to participate in an innovative undergraduate research project that could lead to discovery, advance their careers and propel them to the world stage.
Capitol Report
The House amended, approved, and sent the Senate H.3438, a bill making provisions for the Department of Veterans Affairs within the executive branch of government.
Backyard Stargazer: March is full of celestial pairings
For early risers, March has some neat celestial pairings in the eastern sky.
FMU hosts Open House for the 2nd time this year
Francis Marion University hosted its second Open House of the year on Saturday, March 2. The university’s verdant campus was on display. At Open House, you could attend four sessions that you select ranging from FMU’s majors to student services to activities. Topics included academic programs, financial assistance, residence life, campus services, admissions, honors and more. An Information Fair also provided an informal way to gather...
County may tweak Blue Laws for Sunday business
Darlington County Council member Bobby Kilgo made a suggestion at council’s Feb. 18 work session that might provide local businesses with more commerce while protecting those who wish to reserve a day for religious observance.