Darlington gets $1.2 million grant for wastewater system upgrades
The U.S. Department of Commerce has awarded the City of Darlington a $1.2 million grant to make wastewater-system upgrades needed to support local business development efforts, the agency said last week. The grant will be matched with $305,580 in local investments, the agency said. “The Trump Administration has been working hard to rebuild America’s crumbling infrastructure,” said Secretary of Commerce Wilbur Ross. “By investing in...
Invasive pest of crapemyrtle found in S.C.
An invasive insect pest of the widely used ornamental plant crapemyrtle has been found for the first time in South Carolina.
Karaoke Night in downtown Darlington
Crooners of all ages got their chance to shine on the mic last week as the Bringing Downtown Alive! concert series concluded with a Community Karaoke Party. Singers hit the stage and belted their favorite tunes (backed by a pro DJ) while guests enjoyed food and beverages and a classic car show. The Darlington Downtown Revitalization Association concert series drew great crowds over the summer, with live music presented each month at...
Lamar Elementary celebrates Patriot Week
Students in Pamela Braddock’s class march through the halls of Lamar Elementary School recently in honor of Patriot Week. Classes displayed banners and flags to celebrate while other students and teachers looked on. Contributed photo
CareSouth Carolina’s Run2Care 5K in Hartsville
Hundreds of Pee Dee residents showed their support of community-wide health and access to care by participating in CareSouth Carolina’s annual Run2Care 5K run Sept. 21 in Hartsville. The course took more than 140 runners and walkers through downtown Hartsville before returning to the YMCA for an awards ceremony. All proceeds went to the CareFIRST Carolina foundation and will be directed toward two basic categories: improving access to...
Church News – October 2, 2019
Please send your church news and photos to: editor@newsandpress.net PastorAppreciation Day Pastor Appreciation Day for Rev. Hazel Mixon at Bible Truth Holiness Church, 5360 Indian Branch Road, Lydia, is Oct. 6. Sunday school starts at 10 a.m. and morning worship at 11 with Sister Linda Baughtman. Lunch around 12:45 p.m. and special singing will begin around 1:45 p.m. with Forever Redeemed, along with local singers. Join us in revival,...