BACKYARD STARGAZER: Busy October skies expected!
October skies offer a number of eye-catching conjunctions from dusk to dawn. And the ringed planet Saturn is at opposition on the night of the 3rd.
A Living Legacy: Mrs. Rosie Lee Graham celebrates 108 years!
On October 3, 2026, family, friends, and community will gather to honor an extraordinary milestone — the 108th birthday of Mrs. Rosie Lee Graham, a woman whose life stands as a living testament to faith, resilience, and love that spans generations.
$2 Million gifted to Coker University by Dr. Anastasi Estate
Coker University has received its largest estate gift in history from Dr. Lawrence J. Anastasi, a 1972 alumnus who passed away on Jan. 30, 2026, following a year-long battle with pancreatic cancer. The $2 million gift-$1 million earmarked for general financial aid and $1 million to establish an endowed scholarship for biology students pursuing pre-med concentrations-reflects Dr. Anastasi’s deep gratitude for his Coker experience and his commitment to supporting the next generation of physicians.
Kool Kidz opens 2nd Location
Darlington welcomed a new milestone for local families on Saturday, September 12th, as Kool Kidz Academy celebrated the grand opening of its second location with a festive ribbon-cutting ceremony.
Genesis expands rural healthcare service
Genesis Healthcare, Inc. (GHC) rolled its mobile medical unit out to the Lydia community on Thursday morning, Sept. 17, hosting its inaugural Lydia Clinical Bus Event at Luke Arthur Ballfield, 5213 Indian Branch Road, from 9 a.m. to 1 p.m.
FAITH: Choose to keep your face toward the light
Since before the world was made, God has known you and loved you. He has never taken His eyes away or ignored you.