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September 18, 2008
Constitution Day observed at Francis Marion
Francis Marion University will observe Constitution Day today.
September 17, 2008
Commission votes to approve college’s budget amendments
Members of the Florence-Darlington County Commission for Technical Education voted to approve amendments to the college’s 2008-09 budget, which totals $30,710,888, during a regular meeting held Wednesday at the Southeastern Institute of Manufacturing and Technology.
Former volunteer firefighter faces arson charge
A former Lake City Fire Department volunteer was arrested Wednesday after deputies say he set fire to a truck so he could collect money from an insurance company.
Four teens charged in sexual assault
Four Marion teens each face a sexual assault charge safter police said they were involved in a sexual act with a 13-year-old girl.
Men arrested in high school bomb threat case
Two Florence County men were arrested after police said they called E-911 and told an operator there was a bomb in Lake City High School.
Florence man charged in stabbing, assault case
A Florence man was arrested Tuesday after police said he stabbed another man in the back.
Hartsville woman dies in collision with ambulance
A Hartsville woman died Wednesday after the vehicle in which she was traveling collided with an ambulance.
Florence-Darlington Tech has record enrollment
Florence-Darlington Technical College has recorded the highest enrollment in its history with more than 4,450 students attending classes during the fall semester.
Gresham man convicted of federal drug charges
A 30-year-old Gresham man has been convicted of conspiracy to distribute crack and cocaine and distribution of cocaine.
Free car seat check to be offered in Florence
Safe Kids Florence will host a free car seat check from 4 to 7 p.m. Thursday in the Florence Kohl’s parking lot, 3041 W. Radio Drive.
House of Hope to receive $40,000 community grant
The House of Hope of the Pee Dee is scheduled to receive a $40,000 community grant Thursday.
Wellman plant shutdowns result of bankruptcy filing
Employees at the Darlington and Johnsonville locations of Wellman Inc. will continue to work for the next 60 days while the plants are prepared to be shut down.
LETTER TO THE EDITOR: Election season brings new political language
Election season is in the home stretch, so it is time for our first review on modern political language.
LETTER TO THE EDITOR: Truth emerging now about Gov. Palin
I am both concerned and amused at the Palin-mania being felt throughout the country.
Hurricane Ike re-enforces need to be prepared, leave when told
The fallout from Hurricane Ike continues as rescuers and others get into hard hit areas along the Texas coast.
September 16, 2008
Darlington County Planning Commission approves subdivision
The Darlington County Planning Commission on Tuesday night approved a 10-lot small private subdivision, called Flynn’s Run II, by developer Howard B. Gainey.
LETTER TO THE EDITOR: Thanks to all for help with Marine Cool Tie Project
On behalf of our family and all the families of the USMC 1/6 Battalion stationed at Camp Lejeune, N.C., we want to thank you for your contribution to the Cool Tie Project.
LETTER TO THE EDITOR: Candidates need to address country’s major problems
After months and months of political campaigning, we are in the final days before the general election. During those months we have heard millions of words about why we should vote for one candidate over another.
Be generous but careful when you choose to give
According to the Giving USA Foundation’s yearbook on philanthropy released in June, Americans are the most charitable human beings on the planet.
2 suspects sought in van theft, fire
Florence County sheriff’s investigators are looking for two brothers they said stole a van at gunpoint, then set it on fire.
Florence man arrested in shooting
A Florence man was arrested Monday after police said he fired several shots at a man.
Education superintendent visits Delmae Heights Elementary
State Education Superintendent Dr. Jim Rex visited Delmae Heights Elementary School on Tuesday to see what some state department officials call one of the best examples of the state’s Mathematics and Science Coaching Initiative.
Wellman to close plants in Johnsonville, Darlington
Wellman Inc. is planning to shut down its operations in Johnsonville and Darlington soon, possibly in November, company officials confirmed Tuesday.
September 15, 2008
Darlington County Humane Society in need of funds
The Darlington County Humane Society is in desperate need of funds to purchase vaccines and medical supplies for the rest of this year.
Pee Dee motorists see little relief at gasoline pumps
Despite reports of oil costs decreasing, the aftermath of Hurricane Ike isn’t allowing any relief at the pump.
Dillon 3 approves proceeding with land contract
Members of the Dillon School District 3 Board of Trustees recently approved a motion to allow the administration to proceed contract negotiations for land identified as the site for the district’s new early childhood center.
Legal questions to be answered by attorneys on WBTW
The S.C. Bar Ask-A-Lawyer phone bank will be conducted Wednesday by WBTW News13 in Florence and Myrtle Beach.
Kittens rescued from flooded Florence sewer
Gary Strickland is an assistant principal at West Florence High School whose priority is the students and faculty.
Deputy accused of trading gun for drugs
The State Law Enforcement Division has released details about last week’s arrest of a Marlboro County sheriff’s deputy.
September 14, 2008
Swimming the English Channel is just a challenge for Allen McLeland
Allan McLeland of Darlington left Sunday for England with swimming on his mind — specifically, to be the first South Carolina man to swim the frigid English Channel.
