A brief history of American football
According to Nielsen, 111.3 million people tuned in to watch the Super Bowl in early 2017. Almost two-thirds of adults in the United States say they currently watch National Football League games. But American football is no longer relegated to the boundaries of the United States, as it is becoming a global sport. According to the International Federation of American Football, there are 80 countries with organized federations...
Attempted robbery, shooting at Lamar store
One person was shot Sunday night during an attempted robbery and shooting at a Lamar store, officials said. The incident happened at Dollar General on Main Street, local news media reported. WPDE-TV reported that the victim was a store employee and that her injuries were not critical.
Darlington’s first Miss Darlington USA and Miss Teen Darlington USA
Darlington’s first Miss Darlington USA and Miss Teen Darlington USA pageants were held Saturday night. Miss Darlington USA is Karoline Kitchings and Miss Darlington Teen USA is Sullivan Blackwell. Center is pageant organizer Will Isgett. Photo courtesy Will Isgett
Girls University opens Hartsville location
Girls University, Florence’s first gender-based afterschool academy, was to open their second location in Hartsville Aug. 19. Partnering with the City of Hartsville Parks and Recreation Department, the second location will utilize the Coach T.B. Thomas Sports Center to continue their mission of introducing girls to STEAM (science, technology, engineering, arts and math). Girls University’s initiative is designed to motivate, inspire...
Jennings looks to change the culture for Darlington football in first year
The last three years have been a nightmare for the Darlington Falcons football program. In those three years Darlington has won just three football games, going 1-10 in 2016, 2-9 in 2017 and 0-9 in 2018.
Red Apple Passes available for Darlington County residents
Darlington County residents wishing to participate in the Darlington County School District’s Red Apple Pass program will have three extra opportunities to register this year. Eligible individuals may always register at the school district’s administration building, located at 120 E. Smith Ave. in Darlington. This year, Red Apple Pass registration events will also be held from 10 a.m. to 2 p.m. at the Lamar Library on Aug. 22, the...