Law enforcement trio halts armed robbery
A downtown Darlington armed robbery at 102 Pearl Street in the early hours of May 26 was thwarted, thanks to a joint effort between the Darlington Police Department, Darlington County Sheriff’s Office and the S.C. Highway Patrol. Joseph Elmore, 35, of 245 Kingston Drive, Darlington, was arrested and charged with Armed Robbery With a Deadly Weapon, and Possession of a Weapon During the Commission of a Violent Crime. This kind of...
Darlington pool opens June 5
The City of Darlington will open the Gandy Pool for the season on Friday, June 5. Hours will be from 11 a.m. to 7 p.m., weather permitting, on Tuesdays through Saturdays at 115 Gary St. The pool is open to the public, and the cost is $1 for the day. City pool rules: • All children age 13 and younger must be accompanied by an adult 18 or older, and that adult must supervise the child 100% of the time. • No adult may sign in more than...
Darlington County School District announce 2015-16 Teachers of the Year
Twenty-three teachers have been chosen by their schools to represent the schools as the 2015-16 School Teachers of the Year. The Darlington County Teacher of the Year Program honors and awards those teachers who exceed expectations to provide meaningful and rewarding learning experiences for the students of Darlington County. It is dedicated to all teachers who work diligently every day for their students. Teachers can volunteer to...
City of Darlington budget dates announced
Darlington City Council will hold a budget work session on Thursday, June 11, at 6 p.m. at the city administration building conference room, 410 Pearl St. Darlington City Council will hold a public hearing and special meeting to approve the FY2015-16 budget at 6 p.m. on Thursday, June 25, in council chambers at city hall, 400 Pearl Sreet. The public is invited to attend.
Ardis new president and CEO of Santee Electric Cooperative
Santee Electric Cooperative’s board of trustees announces the hiring of Rob Ardis, of Florence, South Carolina, as the new president and CEO. Ardis will replace Santee Electric CEO Floyd L. Keels and begins Aug. 1, 2015. “After a comprehensive, nationwide search, the Board selected Rob from a pool of highly qualified candidates,” said Don E. Coker, chairman of the board of trustees. “We look forward to helping...
Pet Parade on the Square
Calling all proud pet owners! The Market on Darlington Square will hold its second annual Pet Parade on Saturday, June 6, at 11 a.m. at the Public Square in Darlington. Everyone is invited to bring their four-legged friends for the event. Last year, we had around 30 furry buddies line the Square for the affair. Register from 10 a.m. to 11 a.m., and then march around the Square at 11 a.m. to show how proud you are of your pet. All...