How to travel on a budget and still have fun
Many people are passionate about traveling. Travel, whether it’s domestic or international, can be an invaluable way to experience other cultures, meet new people and get a sense of history. As valuable as travel can be, many people feel they cannot afford to travel. However, there are ways to travel on a budget and still have fun. • Stay close to home. Men and women traveling on limited budgets can save money and still have fun by...
Darlington County closes out ‘Libraries Rock’ summer program
The Darlington County Library System celebrated the culmination of their 2018 summer reading program called “Libraries Rock!” with a live rock concert held at the Hartsville Library. As a reward for continuing their diligent reading efforts while school was out, kids were treated to free temporary tattoos and a show by The Three Nails, an all-girl trio of teens who performed popular hits while dressed as characters from “The Wizard of...
Bruce graduates from Municipal Elected Officials Institute of Government
Councilmember Carolyn Bruce from the City of Darlington has graduated from the Municipal Elected Officials Institute of Government. Graduates received their certificates during the Municipal Association of South Carolina’s Annual Meeting. Established in 1986, the Institute is a program of the Municipal Association of South Carolina that gives municipal officials a strong foundation in the operation of local government....
Papa John’s hosts three-day percent night to benefit DDRA
Papa John’s is hosting a three-day percent night August 6 to August 8 to benefit the Darlington Downtown Revitalization Association (DDRA). Ten percent of sales from each day will be donated back to DDRA. The donated percentage applies to carryout and delivery. “We are looking forward to the DDRA percent nights and could not think of a better group to support,” said Carmen Chambers, Papa John’s Franchise Owner. “We love the city and...
Bull Street’s Bone-In Barbeque Head Chef Scott Hall Takes Home Top Chef Honors at Palmetto Palate
Columbia, SC – Scott Hall and the crew of Bone-In Barbeque, was named the 2018 Top Chef by a panel of judges at the South Carolina Farm Bureau (SCFB) Federation’s annual Palmetto Palate. The event took place Thursday at the South Carolina State Museum. Hall was among ten local chefs and restaurants participating in the event. This year’s Top Chef was chosen by local celebrity judges: Leland Pinder, WIS TV news anchor; Christina...
Darlington’s Bates chosen for Blue-Grey All-American Team
Joshua Bates from Darlington High School was recently selected for the Blue-Grey All-American Bowl Game. The game will take place at the Dallas Cowboy’s AT&T Stadium on December 17. There were 6,750 players who competed in the 2018 combines and ninety seniors were selected to play in the All-American Bowl. The coaching staff for the bowl teams will include former NFL players. This will also be a chance for national recruiters to...