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November 20, 2009

Florence 1 schools superintendent Jackson to retire

Florence School District 1 Superintendent Larry Jackson told staff Friday he intends to retire at the end of the school year.

Carolina Bay opens in Marion

Carolina Bay Clothing Company opened their doors for a preview night on Thursday.

Thanksgiving travel safety tips from the South Carolina Highway Patrol

The Thanksgiving holiday is a busy time on the highways. That’s why the South Carolina Highway Patrol wants to remind drivers to be extra safe during the holidays.

Planned power outage scheduled in downtown Florence

Progress Energy will conduct a planned outage at the Florence City-County Complex on Saturday and Sunday to upgrade service to the facility.

New Goodwill store opens on Grand Strand

Little River store is third in Horry County, with plans for a fourth on the way

CCU football player arrested for DUI

A Coastal Carolina University football player was arrested Friday morning on driving under the influence (DUI) charges.

36 charged in SC cockfighting stings

Warrants have been issued against 36 people for their involvement in two cockfighting operations in Williamsburg and Lexington counties.

Elvington to retire in December

After serving 19 years as executive director of Hartsville Downtown Development Association, Judi Elvington is retiring effective Dec. 31.

Florence’s Harvest Hope celebrates food, truck donations

Harvest Hope Food Bank got a bit more hopeful Friday with the donation of 30 boxes of canned goods and the addition of two refrigerated trucks.

Marion community teams up to support troops

Antonio Johnson deployed to Afghanistan in August with 4th Brigade Combat Team, 82nd Airborne Division of Fort Bragg, N.C.

Shortly after he left his mother, Linda Johnson began thinking of something she could do to help her son and other troops in Afghanistan.

Oyster Roast supports Hartsville athletes

The 5th Annual Red Fox Oyster Roast and Shrimp Fest will be 3 to 7 p.m. Saturday at J. Michael’s Grill & Raw Bar, 636 Poole St., Hartsville. All proceeds support Hartsville High School (HHS) athletics.

Dillon County deputy faces domestic violence charge

A Dillon County sheriff’s deputy is facing a criminal domestic violence charge, Dillon County Sheriff Major Hulon said.

Report: Myrtle Beach doctor used cocaine, walked out of surgery

The State Department of Labor and Licensing and Regulation says Dr. Steven Matzinger used cocaine outside of work, and once walked out on a patient for half an hour during surgery.

Georgetown group objects to treated sewage going into Waccamaw River

The Georgetown County League of Women Voters is opposing the effort to place treated sewage water in the Waccamaw River.

Hearing set on ‘Elmer Fudd’

A hearing will be held Dec. 3 to address two motions related to the case of “Elmer Fudd,“ a commenter accused of posting false and defamatory information about the Myrtle Beach Area Chamber of Commerce on The Sun News’ Web site, chamber attorney Cherie Blackburn said.

Library putting overdue book fines towards food donations

Pennington talks broadband with chamber

Hartsville Mayor Mel Pennington told members of the Greater Hartsville Chamber of Commerce that he is settling into his new role as mayor just over a week after taking office.

Hartsville Area Church News

Library features new biographical titles

The new books below are a mixed bag, but the interesting thing is, the novels are almost more believable than the memoirs and biographical titles. Check them out and see if you agree. If you give up on the people, the animals have their own special wisdom to share.

Wilson celebrates American Education Week

Wilson High School hosted its fourth annual Drop in to Wilson event on Thursday.

Marion group sends care packages to soldiers

A group of mothers and community members in Marion is sending care packages to troops overseas.

November 19, 2009

EDITORIAL: Investing in Hartsville through the United Way

The United Way of Hartsville launched an ambitious campaign last Friday to raise $275,000 in 2010 for service agencies in the Hartsville area.

Hines, Heatley honored for contributions to community

Former Hartsville City Councilman and business and civic leader Franklin Hines received dual honors Sunday when he was named Citizen of the Year and Omega Man of the Year by the brothers of the Alpha Beta Beta Chapter of the Omega Psi Phi Fraternity.

People & Events Nov. 20

People & Events in Hartsville

Everybody Calls Me Jana Banana: Please forgive me, little pet turtle

When I purchased you with your sibling a few years ago, I had all good intentions on being a good turtle mommy. You and your brother (or was it sister?) were adorable with your green and yellow markings and wee little shy faces.

Illegal precious metal sales threaten Florence business

As a Florence pawn shop owner, Dave Hemmingsen depends on gold sales to keep his business going. But the illegal sale of precious metals by those without a permit are hurting threatening his livelihood.

PET OF THE WEEK: Ona

The Darlington County Humane Society shelter, (843) 398-4402, is located off Highway 151, ½ mile west of Darlington Raceway. Turn beside the water tower. Shelter hours are 10 a.m. to 4 p.m. Monday, Tuesday, Thursday and Friday and 10 a.m. to 3 p.m. Saturday. The shelter is closed Wednesday and Sunday.