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We are celebrating the 250th Anniversary, the SemiQuincentennial of this country’s Declaration of Independence. Our founding fathers and ancestors fought for our Freedom that we as a nation can live free, prosper in the pursuit of happiness, own property and abide by the laws of the land: Federal, State, County, and Local government.
Joann DeLong honored for United Way service
Friends, family, and community partners packed into the Blind Pig on Tuesday, July 7, for a surprise celebration years in the making: the retirement of Joann DeLong, longtime Executive Director of the United Way of Greater Hartsville, whose 13 years of leadership have left an indelible mark on Darlington County.
Gospel in the Park celebrates 20th Anniversary
The spirit of faith, fellowship and community filled the T.B. Thomas Sports Center on Sunday, July 12, as Gospel in the Park continued its landmark 20th Anniversary season with another uplifting afternoon of worship, music and outreach.
Free Clothes Closet July 25
Individuals and families in need will have an opportunity to refresh their wardrobes at no cost this summer, thanks to an upcoming community event at New Providence Baptist Church.
Mason selected as 2026 Deputy of the Year
Darlington County Sheriff Michael August nominated Deputy Devin Mason, for the South Carolina Sheriffs’ Association Deputy of the Year Award. Following the nomination process, the award was voted on by the 46 Sheriffs of the South Carolina Sheriffs’ Association, and we are proud to share that Deputy Mason was selected as the 2026 South Carolina Deputy of the Year.
Georgetown Post 114 ends Hartsville Post 53 Playoff aspirations
After taking the lead for the first time all game in the top of the sixth, Hartsville surrendered a two-run bottom of the sixth that cost them continuation in the Junior Legion playoffs as they fell to Georgetown by an 8-7 score.