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November 17, 2009
Golfers swing away at Glow Ball tournament
Pineland Country Club, The Greater Mullins Chamber of Commerce and Anderson Brothers Bank sponsored a Glow Ball Golf Tournament on Nov. 6 starting at 5 p.m. with a pig pickin’.
November 16, 2009
Marion Regional Healthcare System restricts patient access
In an effort to protect inpatients and visitors, Marion Regional Healthcare System has announced visitation restrictions throughout the flu season.
Johnakin Middle School presenting annual Hall of Fame
Johnakin Middle School will sponsor its 5th annual Hall of Fame Program in January.
Rosanne Black named to lead Marion County Museum
The Marion County Museum appointed a new museum director, Rosanne Black.
Volunteer organization aids family struck by tragedy
Over 50 members of the Volunteer Organization for Individuals with Catastrophic Events in collaboration with the Marion County Collaborative Action Network put together a special service to help two families dealing with mounting medical expenses and tragic events.
Johnakin Middle School students perform scientific testing
In a recent lab Johnakin Middle School science students tested liquids to determine whether they were acids or bases.
Johnakin Middle School and Marion High School bands perform together
Students with the Johnakin Middle School band performed with the Marion High School marching band on Oct. 16 at the varsity football game against Loris.
Marion Treasurer elected to association post
Patricia Brown, who has been the City of Marion’s Treasurer since 2001, has been elected as the secretary-treasurer of the South Carolina Municipal Finance Officers, Clerks and Treasurers Association.
Marion’s mayor signs National Hospice Month proclamation
City of Marion Mayor Rodney Berry signs a proclamation acknowledging November as National Hospice Month in the city, a time set aside to encourage citizens to increase their awareness of hospice service.
Marion Housing Authority employee receives award from City of Marion
James Jordan received an award of appreciation from the Marion City Council for his work at the Marion Housing Authority.
Marion music academy inspiring local students
Cleve Dorsey and Debra Dorsey Fling are co-owners of Crescendo Music Academy in Marion. Cleve Dorsey was teaching music in Florence and had students driving 30-40 minutes from Marion County to take lessons from him. Dorsey did a survey of the area and found that there were not many music teachers certified to take students to national music competitions.
November 13, 2009
Contemporary topics covered in new arrivals
The library is an eclectic place – that varied mix is perhaps its greatest appeal.
November 12, 2009
Marion County Sheriff’s Department seek burgarly suspects
Marion County Sheriff’s Department is looking for a dark colored, older model truck with a red paper license tag.
Recognize symptoms of dysphagia
The swallowing process begins in the mouth and ends when food or liquids arrive in the stomach. Dysphagia, or swallowing difficulties, can be a result from conditions that affect any point along this path.
Entertainment Technology students gaining experience under bright lights
Entertainment Technology instructor Morris Ward wants his program to prepare students for the “big stage.”
Extension of unemployment benefits provides for families
Until that private sector-led recovery impacts all corners of our state, lawmakers also adopted legislation to make sure President Barack Obama’s economic stimulus package continues to provide a bridge for South Carolina’s jobless residents struggling to make ends meet.
Marion Intermediate Rocks and Reads
Community, family members, students and teachers participated in “Rock and Read” at Marion Intermediate School on Oct. 28.
Marion County law enforcement makes arrests: Published on Nov. 11
The following arrest reports are provided by the various Marion County law enforcement agencies. Motorists are reminded that Sheriff’s Deputies and the City of Marion Police Officers will be conducting random safety checks in their various jurisdictions through December.
November 11, 2009
Letters to the Editor Published Nov. 11
Sheriff thanks participants for Halloween visits
Marion County’s football elite includes all-star worthy performers
First let me start by saying that I was entertained and enjoyed every game on the sidelines during the prep football season.
I was proud of the effort Creek Bridge showed every week in a very tough region. The squad scored a ton of points and played in some very close games.
Joggers rescue puppy from drainage pipe
“It’s so dark and the water is too deep for me everywhere I try to find a way out. I don’t know whether to go forward or backward or which turn to take or if I will ever find a way out.”
CCU establishes veterans’ center
Coastal Carolina University has announced the creation of a new center that will recognize local American military veterans and preserve a record of their service.
Marion veterans, families honored at ceremony
Local military veterans and their families were honored during a special ceremony at Marion Intermediate School on Friday, Nov. 6.
Special elections a threat for midterm races
The GOP swept statewide gubernatorial elections in Virginia and New Jersey yesterday, a result that does not bode well for the Democrats in the upcoming 2010 mid-term elections.
Turning the corner
Realtor, soccer coach, Marion County Councilman and golfer are some of the different hats that Allen Floyd currently wears. After 22-years in the business, Floyd retired from New York Life Insurance Company this past September.
Marion County celebrates Veterans Day
Downtown Mullins was the site of the annual Marion County Veterans Day Parade Saturday Nov. 7. As citizens lined along Main Street, military veterans and several parade participants strolled city street as cheers showed an appreciation for the contributions from the nation’s best and brightest.
November 10, 2009
Townsend gets a pie in the eye
The Pee Dee Academy Golden Eagle stuffs a pie in the face of the school’s principal Hal Townsend.
Barbershop offering free haircuts to honor students
Fred’s Babershop located on 302 Main Street is offeriing a free haircut for A-honor roll students and a 50 percent discount to A-B honor roll students.
Male choir participates in fourth anniversary celebration
Derrick Week, president along with members of the Tri-County Male Choir would like to thank all those who participated in contributed and attended its fourth anniversary celebration.
Pee Dee suffers opening round playoff loss
A football season that had more than it’s share of ups and downs came to an end last Friday night for Pee Dee Academy. The site of their first round playoff game was Lincolnville and the opponent was a high-powered and highly favored Northwood team, led by one of the top runners in the state.
