Darlington County candidate questionnaires
Editor’s note: All candidates running for local office were given a chance to respond to this questionnaire from the News and Press. Some chose not to participate while others did not respond to emails and phone calls. Verbiage/spelling is the candidate’s. Some responses were edited to keep each answer to 200 words.
Sheila Baccus, candidate for Darlington City Council Ward 1
What motivated your decision to run for office now?
I am running because I want to make Darlington better, in every area of our city. A large part of why I’m running is because we need to focus on real problems and issues that affect all residents. I am tired of politics that has hindered our collective progress and growth. I am running for office to be a responsible catalyst for moving Darlington forward; and being a part of making changes that hear the voice and concerns of all citizens of our city. Through my years as a community leader, I have gained personal knowledge of the challenges and concerns of Darlington residents and businesses. I have served the Darlington community with vigor, integrity, creativity and love. I ask for your support as we continue to work together to make Darlington better.
What issues are most pressing for your city going forward?
Having better schools and modern classroom facilities to better our children’s education is a pressing issue for me. That is why I supported Darlington County School Board’s decision to do just that. Having a recreation complex (similar to what we see in Hartsville and other communities) is a pressing issue and need for Darlington. Addressing the flooding in our streets and yards during heavy rainfall is a pressing issue that I am determined to work to solve. Last, but certainly not least, is economic growth and development for our city. I will work collectively with everyone to continue the growth with new business and new jobs coming to Darlington.
What solutions do you offer for these issues?
I am committed to working with Darlington County School Board and to support their plan to build better schools and modern classrooms to propel our children’s education and future. I am, and I will stay committed to building a new recreation complex for all our residents. As a member of the Southeast Darlington Revitalization Committee I worked to secure grants, (totaling over one million dollars) to improve the flooding conditions in our neighborhoods. We need to continue this effort, and to do more in other areas of the city, as well. The citizens of Darlington are eager to have a more friendly relationship with the police officers. In order to accomplish this we need to have more open communication between the young men and women and the police officers. The officers need more sensitivity training to understand the youth and young men and women. The citizens need to feel that they can trust the officers. I have been and will continue to be committed to enhancing the relationship between our youth and our police officers.
How do you plan to represent all citizens of your town/city and not just those in your specific district?
Simple: By listening to, working with, and supporting the concerns and needs of all the citizens of Darlington. The 1st Ward needs a councilperson that is connected to the community; concerned about our quality of life; and committed to improving the community by empowering residents. Having served with the Darlington Downtown Revitalization Association and the Darlington Planning Board, I had the opportunity to participate in programs that helps our city grow, advance and thrive. The wards are not a geographical barrier to a Darlington constituent’s concerns: We are one community. I see a seat on the Darlington City Council as an opportunity to serve all Darlington citizens. I ask for your prayers, I ask for your support and I ask for your vote. Thank you for this opportunity to work for and to serve you.
Tell the citizens of Darlington County about yourself. What should they know about you, your education or your civic organization affiliations?
Sheila Baccus, a native of Darlington, South Carolina will enter the race to be the next Councilperson for the 1st Ward of the City of Darlington; SC. Ms. Baccus graduated from Mayo High School, class of 1980. She attended Atlanta College of Business in Atlanta, Georgia.
For over 22 years Ms. Baccus, has been employed by the tax services provider, H & R Block Tax Service. For the last 10 years, as the Senior Tax Analyst, she has been the Manager of the tax preparation branch. She was previously employed in the payroll department of McLeod Hospital Systems for 5 years. Prior to that, Ms. Baccus worked at the Roger West CPA Firm for 8 years; her work included applying accounting principles and practices based on applicable laws.
In addition, for over 20 years, Ms. Baccus has owned Athletic Casual Wear.
I am a member of the Fraternal Order of the Elks of Florence, SC, member of the Faith Plus Ministries Church and Darlington Downtown Revitalization Association.
Coleman Cannon, incumbent candidate for Darlington City Council Ward 1
What motivated your decision to run for office again?
What motivated me to run again is that I see that there is a disunity among the citizen of Darlington and I am hoping that I can help bring unity. The Bible tells us that together we can stand but divided we fall.
What have been the council’s biggest accomplishments during your term/s?
The biggest accomplishments was those apartments down town, Storm water project on the Southeast section of Darlington, and Wal-Mart. During my tenure with the Darlington City Council, I been involved in many projects to improve the quality of life for the residents of Darlington.
What do you see as the issues most pressing for your city going forward?
The issue that I see is that we need more business to come to the city of Darlington.
How do you plan to represent all citizens of your town and not just those in your specific district?
My plan is to represent not some but all citizens of Darlington as I always did, because I believe that all the citizens deserve the same service.
Tell the citizens of Darlington County about yourself. What should they know about you, your education or your civic organization affiliations?
I was born on March 15, 1945 to the late Amy Cannon in Darlington County. Educated in Darlington County Public schools, a graduate from Mayo High School, Attended Florence -Darlington Technical College, Morris College School of Religion, ITC of Atlanta, Georgia at Benedict Extension in Columbia, S.C. with a certificate in Theology, Fisher Hill Community Bible College with a Associate and Bachelor Degrees in Theology, as well as a graduate of the SC Municipal Association. I have been serving the citizens of Darlington for many years, I serve as a special deputy for ten years, Fireman for 16 years, I was the first black to serve on Darlington Rescue Squad, I am a 32nd degree Mason, Eastern Star. 1st Vice Moderator of the Berea Association, E & M Baptist Convention of South Carolina, Retire from now Georgia Pacific for 41 years, I have been in the ministry for 32 years, Pastoring for 31 years, I’m Pastor of Cedar Fall missionary Baptist Church, Blenheim, S.C. for 17 years. I’m married to Patricia Mc Phial Cannon for 52 years, we have two sons two granddaughters and one great granddaughter.
Audrey DuBose-Gore, candidate for Darlington City Council Ward 1
What motivated your decision to run for office now?
My decision to run for office now, is the need for change. We face many challenges in Ward 1, as homelessness, addiction to drugs, alcoholism, poor living conditions, unemployment, and providing a safe environment for our children. The position of City Council is more than going to a meeting once a month, but to be concerned about the quality of life for all citizens. The voice of the people need to be heard, because every decision made will affect their lives. I am ready, and prepared to take Darlington to the next level. We can no longer afford to sit, and watch everything growing around us, and we are standing still. We must come together as a people, we cannot be racially divided, nor the people divided among themselves. Ward 1 deserves better, and we can do better.
What issues are most pressing for your city going forward?
The most important issue in going forward is the City Council developing a better working relationship with each other. The present relationship is so terrible that nothing can get done. I have attended City Council meeting, and the citizens are in disbelief about the way things are going. The City will not go forward until leadership takes place, and the City Council comes together. The City Council is elected to represent the citizens, that sent them there, and represent their concerns. The seat belongs to the people, not an individual. Leadership does not divide, but brings the best out of everyone to challenge all the issues with objectives, plans, and goals on how to move the city. We build on the assets that the great City of Darlington has, and move forward.
What solutions do you offer for these issues?
As I walk from house to house with this campaign, I found that Darlington has some of the most intellectual people, as educators, business consultants, financial consultants, social workers, psychologists, grant writers, pastors, and business owners who are willing to help the city of Darlington. The City needs to partner with other community, and faith- based organizations to provide services for its citizens. We also need to explore other funding resources to support city projects. There are grants available to help municipalities with social and economic problems. We need to tap into finding financial resources. If the city of Darlington fails to put a positive plan of action to grow, I fear where we will be in ten years. Many residents are concerned with the flooding, and the poor conditions of the streets. The water drainage is a serious problem that should be address. The city needs streets to be resurface, and drainage that properly works. The disposal of furniture, and other debris on city streets affects the cleanliness, and appearance of the city. The city needs to act more quickly, when receiving complaints from the residents, and treat them with respect, because they pay your salary.
How do you plan to represent all citizens of your town/city and not just those in your specific district?
I plan to represent the people in Ward 1 with honesty and integrity I have not won any political office yet, but while I am campaigning, I am helping young men finds jobs, helping senior citizens get their homes remodel, one senior citizen to purchase a home. A City Council must be a compassionate person, and meet the needs of the people where they are. I plan to use all available resources to help all citizens. I want all children to have a safe place to grow. I want all young people to have a chance at life, and to find their purpose. I want all senior citizens to live with care, and support. I want the City of Darlington to grow for all the people, so we can proudly say, I am a resident of Darlington, South Carolina.
Tell the citizens of Darlington County about yourself. What should they know about you, your education or your civic organization affiliations?
I will have the best interest of the citizens, and the community as a priority. My parents were both visionaries and hard workers. They taught me, that you can dream big, and do great things with your life. My mother’s last conversation with me, before she went home to be with the Lord; Stay faithful with the Lord, always do what is right, and trust God. I have received educational training from the University of South Carolina, Francis Marion University, Capella University, and Walden University. I am currently a PhD candidate planning my thesis. I am a Sunday School teacher, organist, and Music Director at Damascus Road Christian Church. I was the Director of the First Summer Feeding Program that prepare hot meals, which feed a 1000 child daily in Darlington, Hartsville, Lamar, and Society Hill. I am a member of the National Council of Negro Women, Greater Pee Dee Real Estate Association, and Alpha Kappa Alpha Sorority.
I am a candidate that is a new voice to represent the citizens of Ward 1. I will uphold the seat with integrity, and represent the people to the best of my ability. I will not be a part of anything that will divide our city, and our citizens.
Trevor McDonald, candidate for Hartsville City Council
What motivated your decision to run for office now?
I am motivated to run for office now because I want to make a difference in our city. There are significant changes happening in our town, I believe that there is so much more we still can do. I am a man of vision, and I can visualize our community reuniting together. I know that together that we can help bring a positive change and bridge gaps that are dividing us. I want to inspire those in the community especially when some feel hopeless about the issues affecting them. I have felt previously that way at times, but now looking back I know that you must have faith and vision if you want to see real change. I believe that I can inspire people to believe again.
What issues are the most pressing for your town/city going forward?
While going around the city and simply asking what citizens believed to be the most pressing issues, many seemed to be concerned about the dilapidated housing and the crime infecting our town. When you ride through our community, it is not the Hartsville that it can be. I desire to show to others that we can achieve more and that we do not have to settle for our current situation.
What solutions do you offer for these issues?
Many of the issues that we have in our city can be resolved if we take the time to listen to one another. When we are so focused on the problems rather than finding a solution, then we find ourselves immobile instead of moving forward. I believe that the answers to the abandoned housing and crime can come from our citizens. One man or woman cannot complete the vision by themselves. We can do this by working intimately with our law enforcement to bring change in the community. They are here and willing to help us, and I believe that for us to beat crime that we must rebuild our relationships. It must be a joint effort. So, when we work together, we can achieve more in our city.
How do you plan to represent all citizens of your town/city and not just those in your specific district?
I plan on representing all citizens by first being a voice and advocating for the causes that affect our city. I believe we can remedy most issues by focusing our strengths by reuniting and bridging the relational gaps within our city. I realize that it’s important first to have a vision, communicate that vision, and then work together to execute it. My vision is that “Together We Can.” This phrase expresses to the entire community that together we can Reunite, Revitalize, and Rebuild our city and it’s going to take everyone working together, not just one person, to unite the hearts of Hartsville.
Tell the citizens of Darlington County about yourself. What should they know about you, your education or your civic organization affiliations?
I am a hardworking, God fearing, family man. I was born and raised here in Hartsville, which I take pride in knowing that I’m a product of the area I serve. I’m very active in the city and wear many hats ranging from working for Duke Energy at the Robinson Nuclear Plant, as a Maintenance Superintendent and balancing being a business owner of De’Vane’s Boutique in downtown Hartsville. I’m enthusiastically involved in my local church, New Life Praise Temple, but what I enjoy most is spending time with my family. I currently hold an Associate’s Degree in Electronics Engineering from Florence Darlington Technical College, my Associates Degree in Business Administration at Limestone College, and I’m currently pursuing my BA in Business Management. I also serve as a board member of Pee Dee Math Science & Technology School in Bishopville, SC.
Tre Gammage, candidate for Hartsville City Council
What motivated your decision to run for office now?
There is a Gap, and Divide between generations, spirituality, economy that needs to be bridged, and the only people that can bridge that Gap is you and me. Our Youth need leaders and people in the generation above them to bridge that gap, so there isn’t such a disparity from where we are to where we want to be. Where we’ve been and where we want to go. Getting that Gap bridged through people that look like you and me, has been my driving force. To make it easier to do what you love.
Working as a professional in South Carolina I’ve had the opportunity to serve Non- Profits, The Department of Education, Churches, Civic organizations, and Community Members, provided an opportunity to see every aspect of our All-American City.
Running for City Council and serving people is an humbling privilege. Humbling because it’s not about me, and a privilege to represent our Community. The deficit’s and disparities have been identified. The next step is to do the work. I’m here to do the work.
What issues are most pressing for your city going forward
In some circles in Hartsville the Nick Name is “Killaville”, due to the violent act’s that take place so frequently in our small community.
The average per capit
a income as represented in Hartsville’s 2020 city plan is $8,380 for black families and $5,128 for Hispanic & Latino population as compared to $27,813 for White population.
Education Attainment 44.7 percent of Black people in Hartsville do not have a high school diploma.
What solutions do you offer for these issues
Asset Based Community Development (ABCD), an approach to change that uses existing assets, resources, capacities, and people of our community to make a difference. As opposed to outsources community needs starting from the bottom up. Creating a stable Community, development for youth, consistent opportunities for community members.
Beginning with Community awareness, engagement, and involvement. Awareness and understanding goes a long way in community development.
Developing opportunities for our Youth to experience, develop, and become leaders for their generation.
Create Opportunities to gain Access resources, alternative education, and growth.
ABCD is how we will assists individuals, and communities to break through generational poverty, cycles of dependence, and reinforce the values, talents and strengths that are already present.
How do you plan to represent all citizens of your city and not just those in your specific district?
Inclusion isn’t optional in my city, but a necessity. Hartsville is an All American City, with community members from every inch of the city, state, country, and globe. Civic organizations like Rotary Club, & Kiwanis. Institutions like SCGSSM, Coker, Hartsville High. Businesses, non profits, and individuals are hungry to help, and are already doing so.
Bridging the Gap means making the connection, filling in the blind spots, and maximizing Hartsville’s Human Capital.
Tell the Citizens of Darlington County about yourself. What should they know about you, your education or civic organization affiliations?
Born and Raised in South Bend Indiana, Hartsville South Carolina wasn’t on my radar before I came here. My Parent’s Magistrate Judge Andre Gammage, and Mother LeAnne Clifton, raised me to be a hardworking, respectful, honest man. Providing the necessary support to receive an athletic scholarship to play Football at Miami (oh) University.
Majoring in Psychology, and gaining extended knowledge in Management & Leadership, Judgement & decision making, Diversity affairs, and Global perspectives spending my final college semester In Luxembourg, Europe.
It’s when I came back that I realized that the world is flat. Meaning that my experience in Hartsville has matched or exceeded every experience that I’ve had in life so far. I’m living in the twilight zone.
And have formed relationships with, Hartsville Rotary Club, Top 100 2016 World Championship of Public Speaking, Toastmasters International, Cypress Adventures, The Chamber of Commerce, Men’s Health Advisory Board, Butler Heritage Community Center, Coker College, Hartsville High School.
Darnell Byrd McPherson, candidate for Mayor of Lamar
What motivated your decision to run for office now?
My motivation is based on a desire to serve others and to help revitalize our town through civic engagement.
What issues are most pressing for your town going forward?
There are several key issues I think are most pressing for our town and they include, creating a plan to increase economic development; engaging the total community in addressing problems, concerns and challenges; improving the infrastructure of the town to include our water system, technology; and creating a more open and transparent system of governance.
What solutions do you offer for these issues?
The solutions I offer are based on the team concept. I believe we can grow and accomplish much as a community when we are strategic in our communication system. I propose establishing community committees to address the issues which negatively impact our community whether it is crime, economic development, infrastructure needs or others which may be identified once I take the oath of office. As a person who has worked in business for 40 years and as a licensed social worker, I firmly believe that more can be accomplished when we bring a cross section of the community together to tackle issues and problems, as well as to celebrate successes. We have many talented and gifted individuals in our community, who can help our community grow and become a more viable economic engine in our county. I propose working closely with the Darlington County Council to pursue opportunities for economic growth. I propose pursuing other opportunities which might enhance our infrastructure, to include establishing an online presence. And, I propose working with our legislative delegation to ensure the needs of Lamar are reflected in the positions of our elected state officials.
How do you plan to represent all citizens of Lamar and not just a specific district?
Over my lifetime, I have worked across party lines, social lines, racial lines, gender lines and religious lines. My goal is to unify where there is division and to forge relationships which will benefit the total community. On a professional level, I am bound by certain tenets which require and reflect ethical behavior. As a Christian, I am taught to practice and demonstrate love even when there is hate. I firmly believe there are many like-minded individuals in our community, state, and nation and that those of us who believe in equality and equity must step up to the plate and be accountable! Again, my goal is to engage, enlist and partner with a diverse group of individuals and groups. Some of whom may have a different opinion but my goal is to be an active listener and to provide the servant leadership needed to move my beloved town forward.
Tell the citizens of Darlington County about yourself. What should they know about you, your education or your civic organization affiliations?
I started my educational journey in Lamar at Spaulding Elementary School and enrolled in a Christian boarding school in Camden, Boylan-Haven Mather Academy. I earned my Bachelor of Science degree from Southern Wesleyan University and in 1989, the State of South Carolina granted me the Baccalaureate Social Worker license. I have served as Executive Director of Darlington County First Steps to School Readiness for nine years. My goal is to bring my years of organizational management experience, social work practice and commitment to helping others to serve the great people of Lamar.
Working in Hartsville has allowed me to affiliate myself with Kiwanis of Hartsville where I served as an officer and recipient of the Kiwanian of the Year Award. I currently serve as member of the Board of Directors of the Greater Hartsville Chamber of Commerce, Carolina Pines Regional Medical Center and Institute for Child Success, Greenville.
I am a wife, mother and grandmother, and an active member of Wesley Chapel United Methodist Church, Darlington. My motto for living: All things are possible if you believe in a higher power and are willing to work! My campaign slogan: “I love Lamar” reflects my commitment to sharing my expertise in a positive manner to achieve positive results for all.
Tommy Bradshaw, incumbent candidate for Mayor of Society Hill
What motivated your decision to run for office again?
My motivation to seek a second term of office as Mayor is much the same as what motivated me to run initially. First of all, I am a Society Hill native and this is where my heart is.
I feel like there is a calling for me to give back and help others and I am confident that there is a greater power at work driving me to lead this community. As when I first ran for mayor, I told the citizens that I was not running on an ego trip or boast that I am “Mayor”, but rather having sat on council I saw that our town was drowning in red ink (debt) and also because I sincerely care for the future of the town I had to step forward and make sure the town would become solvent and survive financially (live according to our budget and not just reckless whims).
What have been the council’s biggest accomplishments during your term/s?
• Under my leadership we buckled down to get out of the substantial debt I inherited. For my first two years our state funds had been garnished until we paid off all our traffic ticket assessments and surcharges. I am proud to say that we are now and have been for the past two years without any debt.
• Also during this time we have purchased the new police pickup and it was paid for in cash.
• We have now put new roofs and other improvements to our town hall, fire department/rescue squad, picnic shed buildings and are putting a new roof on the 1822 Library.
• The Pee Dee River Boat Landing now has a 2-cubic yard dumpster, new concrete parking barriers, and the campsite electricity has been upgraded.
• I went to work to bring to fruition the long-term lease of the 1950 brick library to the Rosenwald Alumni Foundation.
• In cooperation with Mr. Connell Delaine and the Darlington County School Board the town now owns the Professors Park on Church Street, another beautiful park area in our town dedicated to the prominent professors throughout history of Rosenwald School System.
• We finally completed the Phase II grant agreement for the 1866 Train Depot.
What do you see as the issues most pressing for your town going forward?
• Our most pressing issues going forward are to be vigilant on maintaining a balanced budget, a must! We need to get to a point where we can have a grant-matching fund, so that when we pursue a grant we will have the money to match that grant.
• We need to keep our citizens safe with a good police department.
• We need to continue to maintain our town assets.
• I personally, am saddened by the loss of our manufacturing facility (Galey & Lord). We need employment for our people and I will continue to work with the Darlington County Development Coordinator for businesses small or large.
• Our town is blessed with an incredible history and I sincerely believe that this can become an economic engine for our town. That is an asset that is becoming more and more promising every day.
How do you plan to represent all citizens of your town and not just those in your specific district?
As Mayor my job is to represent every citizen in this town no matter their race or economic standing and to endeavor to do things that help all the community citizens. I recall when SCDOT first released their plans for the US 15/401/52 intersection improvements they recommended closing Church Street on the North End to prevent left turn conflicts and safety purposes. After consulting with citizens in that neighborhood and knowing the importance of Church Street and its history in this town, I immediately went into conversations with SCDOT’s engineers and was successful in keeping that street open. I intend to continue to press for drainage and shoulder improvements and to work to eliminate blighted areas on Church Street as well as other areas of our town. We are one community, I believe we all, Afro-Americans and white alike want the same fundamental things: Keeping our people safe, beautifying our streets and roads, and taking pride in our beautiful, incredibly historic town. Working Together we can make Society Hill Proud that is my goal!
Tell the citizens of Darlington County about yourself. What should they know about you, your education or your civic organization affiliations?
I am a lifelong resident of Society Hill. I graduated from Frances Marion College/University with a Bachelor of Science in Business Administration with a minor in Economics. My family has business owners here for three generations.
Again this is where my parents, grandparents and on my maternal side great-grandparents are from. I love this town and want it to be the best it can possibly be for all of our citizens. I believe the integrity of an individual is what makes them. Nothing in more important than integrity and treating your fellow man with respect and dignity, that is my motto in life. I have served on Town Council from mid-2008 until 2014 when I became Mayor.
Civic Organizations Include:
Darlington County Historical Society
Long-Bluff Historical Society (Vice President)
Society Hill Lions Club
Society Hill Catfish Festival Committee (Vice Chair)
Society Hill Depot Committee (Chairman)
Trustee of the Jamison Foundation (Trinity Episcopal Church)
I have served as mayor since January 1, 2014, during this time I have not missed a single Town Council meeting.
Tammy T. Gandy, candidate for Society Hill Town Council
What motivated your decision to run for office now?
I am motivated to run for town council for many reasons, I feel I can work well with other council members and with our mayor to help our community continue to be a safe and thriving place to live for our future generation.
What issues are most pressing for your town going forward?
The issues I would like to see going forward are more business”s and growth in our community more activities for our children and senior citizens.
What solutions do you offer for these issues?
The solution” of today problems of not only our town but abroad, will be a process of determination and preverence between local and state leaders, which I am commited to working has hard as any person can with them to continue for Society Hill to be a safe, thriving prosperous place to live.
How do you plan to represent all citizens of your town and not just those in your specific district?
I plan to represent the citizens by continuing to do what is needed for anyone in need as I have done. I have lived my life and will continue working to help citizens in need whether it be a trip to the store or working with the community issuing food out to children. everyone know I’m always a phone call away!
Tell the citizens of Darlington County about yourself. What should they know about you, your education or your civic organization affiliations?
I graduated from Cheraw high school in 1990 went on to chesterfield Marlboro technical college where I have a degree in business and accounting I have a amazing husband and my most greatest joys are my two sons I am blessed in so many ways to have my family our town of which I was born and raised. A member of Society Hill Presbyterian Church, member of P.W. women and employed by Darlington county council on Aging where I have the honor and pleasure of working with our seniors and homebound in our community where I deliver meals to daily. I am in contact with my community no one person sees the problems and needs more than I and I would very much like to work with town council where I could be in a postion to help make a change for the better.
Carolyn Oliver, incumbent candidate for Society Hill Town Council
What motivated your decision to run for office again?
I have only served one term and have discovered that I love this job. I enjoy meeting the people in our town and feel that I have a good rapport with them. A member of Town Council must, first of all, love their town and I do. I want to see our town become the historical showcase that it really should be. I also want to help give the people of Society Hill the necessaary tools to insure they are happy and well cared for.
What have been the council’s biggest accomplishments during your term/s?
By far, our biggest accomplishment has been to get our town operating in the black once more. We had to make some very difficult decisions but we are now “in the black” financially and it is a wonderful feeling.
What do you see as the issues most pressing for your town going forward?
The biggest issue, in my opinion, is to restore pride in our town and encourage more community spirit. We have some very talented people in Society Hill; we just need to let them know they are needed and appreciated.
How do you plan to represent all citizens of your town and not just those in your specific district?
Society Hill is so small, we don’t have districts but I try to respond to a request from a citizen, regardless of where they live. We are all citizens of this town and everyone, regardless of age, race, or gender deserves to be heard and I try to practice that at all times.
Tell the citizens of Darlington County about yourself. What should they know about you, your education or your civic organization affiliations?
I grew up in Hartsville and as an adult moved to Virginia for work and then to Germany with my military daughter and her family. Upon returning, I came to Society Hill to be near my sister. I have 4 children, 12 grandchildren (plus 4 in-laws), and have 3 great grandchildren with 2 more due within the next two months. I graduated from Hartsville High School and am proud to be among the first class of females at Florence-Darlington TEC. I have served my community as a volunteer with the Catfish Festival and am very active in the Miss South Carolina Scholarship Program. I attempt to be available whenever needed and love being a South Carolinian and a citizen of Society Hill.
