Annual Turkey Giveaway is Nov. 24
The annual Turkey Giveaway will take place this year Nov. 24 on the Darlington Public Square beginning at 6 a.m. and ending about 7
Washington sworn in as president of S.C. Police Chiefs Association
Gov. Henry McMaster swore in Police Chief Kelvin Washington of the Darlington Police Department as president of the S.C. Police Chiefs Association Nov. 17 at Marriott Grande Dunes Resort at Myrtle Beach.
Tribe brings youths together to discuss gun violence
On Oct. 24, the Hartsville Peace Tribe hosted 30 Darlington County youths at their second Peace Assessment Day.
McLeod Loop service road offers patients, visitors easier access
McLeod Regional Medical Center has announced the opening of a new service road on the main campus in Florence.
Free Medical Clinic awarded large grant
The Sisters of Charity Foundation of South Carolina has awarded grants totaling $359,500 to 46 nonprofits – including the Free Medical Clinic of Darlington County.
Lamar adds new police officer, prepares for holidays
By Samantha Lyles slyles@newsandpress.net At the Nov. 9 regular meeting of Lamar Town Council, Police Chief Carl Scott announced the hiring of a new officer, J. Hall, who previously worked with the Florence County Sheriff’s Office and City of Florence Police Department. With another officer on patrol, Scott said Lamar residents can expect to see a more regular police presence around town. The newly formed Neighborhood Watch is...