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November 03, 2009
McCutcheon wins Olanta mayoral election
Olanta will have a new mayor in January after Jimmy McCutcheon’s victory over incumbent Betty Sims in Tuesday’s town elections.
October 31, 2009
Olanta candidates discuss hopes for their town
Two candidates are running for Olanta mayor and three hopefuls are seeking seats on Olanta Town Council in Tuesday’s general election.
October 29, 2009
Lake City residents talk with police about crime
Lake City Police Chief Billy Brown said the key to stopping crimes is taking a proactive approach. Brown spoke to about 30 people gathered Thursday in the courtroom of the Lake City Municipal Complex for a forum to address crime issues.
Wardens, police seek bear, cub in Lake City
Lake City police urged residents near Graham Road and Church Street to stay inside their homes as authorities searched for a bear and her cub Thursday night.
Subway’s Jared Fogle presents award to Lake City school
Jared Fogle said his goal is simple: instill in students the importance of making positive decisions about their health now. Fogle, the national spokesman for Subway restaurants, recognized grand-prize winners of the Subway Fresh Fit contest during an assembly at Main Street Elementary School Thursday.
October 28, 2009
Lake City’s old Railway Restaurant undergoes transformation
Classy but casual. Sophisticated but friendly. Great taste without great cost. These were just a few of the things Katherine Fridl and Tony Whitlock hoped to accomplish when they purchased the old Railway Restaurant in downtown Lake City.
New menu, renovated digs help bring the return of Happy Hour
Along with a great new menu and renovated digs, The Railway’s Club Car Pub features an extensive assortment of martinis and other cocktails.
Lake City Elementary receives state arts grant
The South Carolina Arts Commission has awarded Lake City Elementary School an Arts in Basic Curriculum grant worth $5,205 for the 2009-10 school year.
Main Street Elementary receives honor for use of technology
Lake City’s Main Street Elementary School has been recognized for promoting the use of educational technology in teaching and learning.
Olanta candidates discuss hopes for town
Two candidates are running for Olanta mayor and three hopefuls are seeking seats on Olanta Town Council in Tuesday’s election.
Lake City program provides child care vouchers
Faith & Hope Intervention Program in Lake City has become a provider of ABC vouchers, which make payments to child care providers so that parents in low-income families can work or attend school, program Director Paula Morris said.
Olanta fire department’s open house attracts more than 200 people
An open house held recently at the Olanta Rural Fire Department’s new station attracted more than 200 people.
Clements aims to help communities
Twelfth Circuit Solicitor Ed Clements III said he has a responsibility to see that all communities are protected. Clements was the speaker at the Lake City Rotary Club’s most recent meeting.
EDITORIAL: Safety makes Halloween less frightening
Having fun should be foremost on everyone’s minds as we approach a weekend of Halloween and fall festival events, but safety should be just as much of a priority.
LETTER TO THE EDITOR: Sims gets job done as Olanta mayor
All cities carry debts, just like you and I. We pay our bills! When Betty Sims took office, Olanta was on the verge of bankruptcy. With little support at that time, yet with careful planning and hours of struggle, Betty got the job done.
COLUMN: Straight From the Hog’s Eye — October seems to end too soon
October, where have you gone? You always have the maximum number of days a month can have, yet you’ve blown past us faster than an orange leaf in an autumnal gust of wind.
October 27, 2009
Lake City Community Planner for Oct. 28
Upcoming events in the Lake City area
Lake City Church News for Oct. 28
Upcoming church-related events in the Lake City area
Lake City Library News for Oct. 28
New books at the Lake City Public Library
Lake City People in the News for Oct. 28
Local students graduate from South Carolina universities.
Williamsburg Tech nursing assistant class graduates
Williamsburg Technical College’s Continuing Education Division recently celebrated the completion of another Certified Nursing Assistant class.
Farm Bureau contracts with Holland as agent in Lake City
South Carolina Farm Bureau Mutual Insurance Co. recently contracted with Player Holland to serve as an agent in the company’s Lake City office, at 200 N. Church St.
Progress Energy donates scholarship to Williamsburg Tech
Progress Energy recently gave $1,000 to Williamsburg Technical College for the 2009-10 Progress Energy Scholarship as well as a $250 math contest contribution.
Lake City to host game of lower state playoffs
The Lake City High School varsity football team guaranteed another home game, to come during the playoffs, by defeating Socastee 41-7 ahead of this week’s Georgetown matchup.
October 22, 2009
Florence School District 3 board hears mission statements
Florence School District 3’s board of trustees heard tentative mission, belief and vision statements for the district and its schools during its meeting Thursday.
TCA varsity girls tennis team advances in state playoffs
The Carolina Academy girls varsity tennis team has advanced to the semifinals of the South Carolina Inde-pendent School Association state playoffs after sweeping St. Andrews Academy.
October 21, 2009
Ceremony disposes of 75 unserviceable U.S. flags in Lake City
On Oct. 20 in Lake City, the American Legion Wilbur Jones Post No. 73 held a flag retirement ceremony for at least 75 flags that were worn or damaged beyond repair.
Forward-thinking company could bring solid jobs to Lake City
Local government officials and economic development leaders have helped pave the way for Materials Innovation Technologies to bring 120 jobs to southern Florence County. The company seems to be the kind of modern and forward-thinking operation that can offer solid employment opportunities amid a rough economy.
COLUMN: Straight From the Hog’s Eye — ‘Illegal alien’ costume shameful
Over the weekend, I saw some stories about an “illegal alien” costume. It involves an orange prison-style jumpsuit and a mask that looks like the classical sci-fi depiction of an alien from outer space. Clearly, it was just a play on words! And that’s funny stuff, right? Not at all.
October 20, 2009
Lake City medical, wellness center to hold ribbon cutting
The Live Oak Medical Center and iH3 Wellness Center will hold a ribbon-cutting ceremony at 6 p.m. Oct. 27, the Greater Lake City Chamber of Commerce has announced.
