O’Flaherty is first Darlington native ever to compete for Miss America
Most young girls have dreams of becoming Miss America one day; and one Darlington native is getting that chance to capture the crown. Erin O’Flaherty will make that dream come true, but not as Miss South Carolina, instead she will be representing the “Show Me State” of Missouri. O’Flaherty moved to Missouri after accepting a job two years ago. In her youth, Erin’s father had also worked there; so it’s like a second home to her. She...
Darlington County Habitat Marks 20th Anniversary
In celebration of their 20th anniversary, Darlington County Habitat for Humanity will dedicate the new home of Angela Knox, 908 Hampton Street, Hartsville on Sunday, August 7, 2016 at 3pm. This public ceremony will celebrate the Knox family achieving the American dream of owning their own home. An open house and light refreshments will follow the service. Darlington County Habitat for Humanity was chartered in July 1996 and for 20...
Sales tax holiday a big deal to small business
South Carolina’s upcoming sales tax holiday on back-to-school items such as clothing, school supplies, computers, and bath towels could provide a much-needed lift to many small stores and businesses, said Ben Homeyer, state director of the National Federation of Independent Business. The sales tax holiday is Aug. 5-7. “It’s been a ho-hum summer for a lot of small businesses,” Homeyer said. “The sales-tax holiday should help...
The American Red Cross urges common sense fire safety practices
American Red Cross disaster-trained volunteers are assisting two adults and two children after their home, located on Robinson Street in Hartsville, sustained major damage from a July 26 fire. The Hartsville Fire Department responded to the blaze. The Red Cross is helping the family by providing financial assistance for food, clothing, temporary lodging, and other essentials. The Red Cross is asking people to take two simple steps...
Live2Lead comes to Hartsville
For the first time ever, the popular John C. Maxwell Live2Lead Leadership Broadcast will be presented in Hartsville, via video streaming. Leadership Strategy and Consulting, LLC and the Greater Hartsville Chamber of Commerce are hosting the broadcast at the Hartsville Center Theatre on Friday, November 4 from 8:30 am to 12:30 pm, with registration beginning at 8 that morning. In addition, the Byerly Foundation will be providing...
Reinke Honors TriEst Irrigation Technician with Platinum Plus Service Award
Reinke is pleased to announce that Matthew Polk with TriEst Irrigation, Inc. in Darlington has earned the Platinum PLUS (Proven Leaders in Unmatched Service) Certified Technician Award. The prestigious award is the most elite technical service designation awarded by Reinke. “Being recognized as a Platinum PLUS Certified Technician is a remarkable accomplishment,” said Tom Palmertree, director of marketing, Reinke. “Matthew has...