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.
Unlocking the mysteries of teen angst
By Samantha Lyles, Staff Writer, slyles@newsandpress.net If you’ve ever dealt with a stubborn, grouchy, or hyperemotional teenager or adolescent, you may have asked yourself, “Why are they behaving like that?” Author and teacher Dr. Dave Walsh provided some insight on that topic during a speaking engagement June 5 at Hartsville’s Butler Heritage Foundation, an event presented by Darlington County First Steps and the South...
Susan Johnson Memorial Scholarship Grant awarded to Stephen C. Parker
The Susan Johnson Memorial Fund Committee has announced that Stephen Clayton Parker has been awarded the 2015 Susan Johnson Memorial Scholarship Grant in the amount of $4000.00. This non-repayable grant is awarded annually to a graduate or former graduate of Darlington High School (Formerly St. John’s High), or a graduate or former graduate from the Darlington Area Attendance Zone of Mayo High School for Math, Science, and Technology,...
Market on Darlington Square hosts 2nd Pet Parade
Dozens of dogs – and a few unflappable cats – turned out for the Pet Parade at the June 6 Market on the Square. The event, staged by Darlington Downtown Revitalization Association, offered a chance for proud pet owners to show off their beloved animal companions. Donations of food and supplies for the Darlington County Humane Society were collected at the event. In photo, Emi Weaver, 8, served as handler for her fancy friend Cleo, a...