Clemson aiding ‘food-insecure’ families
Clemson researchers have used grant funds from the U.S. Centers for Disease Control and Prevention (CDC) to combat obesity in South Carolina since 2018, and work continues to yield positive results despite obstacles presented by the COVID-19 pandemic.
Hartsville ‘encourages’ face-mask use
Hartsville City Council stopped short of requiring face masks to prevent the spread of COVID-19, but the emergency resolution they passed on June 30 strongly encourages their use.
City fee hikes get final OK from council
You won’t see them on your bills until October, but Darlington City Council last week gave final approval to a set of fee increases that will cost the typical household about $216 more per year.
Schools put hold on all practices
Beginning July 2, the Darlington County School District has paused all conditioning and practice for athletics teams and other extracurricular organizations, such as band, through July 12.
City pool to limit swimmers
The Darlington City Pool is one of the few remaining sites available for the general public to enjoy a cool swim in the summer, and while the pool is set to open for the season on Wednesday, July 8, there will be some new safety restrictions to prevent the spread of COVID-19.
Cans and cash needed at The Lord Cares
When Darlington food bank The Lord Cares reopened recently, they set about replenishing the donation pantry to feed hungry members of the community, and now they’re asking for help to keep the larder full.