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October 22, 2009
New center offers hope for abused, neglected children
Nearly two years of preparation, planning, hand wringing and hard work culminated with the formal opening and dedication of the new Durant Children’s Center 4th Judicial Circuit Satellite in Hartsville.
Moore, Voss receive alumni awards from FMU Biology Program
Robert W. Moore, orthopedic surgeon and owner of Hand Surgery Associates, and Stephen Randal Voss, associate professor in the Department of Biology in the University of Kentucky College of Arts and Sciences, have been honored by the Francis Marion University Department of Biology with outstanding alumni awards.
Stimulus money flows to South Darlington Watershed Project
For decades, south Darlington residents and businesses have faced severe flooding after heavy rains. Ditches regularly overflow, causing damage to property and creating unhealthy living conditions. Finally, some help has arrived.
Goodwill of Lower S.C. in need of donations
Goodwill Industries of Lower South Carolina is giving you a chance to win a new HDTV when you make a donation.
‘Road to Recovery’ tour makes stop in Florence
The tour provides information on job training, employment assistance programs and also provides assistance to potential applicants on remaining positions with the Savannah River Site provided by the Recovery Act.
Chesterfield County citizen help catch car thieves
For the past four months, Chesterfield County and the town of Cheraw have encountered 35 to 50 car break-ins. Many of the vehicles were unlocked and parked in the owner’s driveways. Among the items confiscated were GPS devices, hand held devices, weapons, video games, DVDs, pocketbooks and wallets, according to the press release.
Six teens sentenced in cab driver shooting
Six teens charged in connection with the February shooting of a cab driver in Florence were sentenced Thursday morning, 12th Circuit Solicitor Ed Clements III said.
Sanford says he’ll remain focused on last 14 months in office
Gov. Mark Sanford said Thursday that he came “within an inch” of resigning from his post when news of his extramarital affair came to light about five months ago. In the end, he decided to stick it out. And now, he said he is intent on making the best of his last 14 months in office.
Marker to be unveiled at Darlington cemetery
Grove Hill Cemetery in Darlington will have an unveiling and dedication of an historical marker at 5 p.m. Monday at the cemetery, at 405 S. Warley St.
New South Lumber to expand in Darlington County
New South Lumber Co., a member of the Canfor group of companies, officially announced the expansion of its Darlington facility during a ribbon-cutting ceremony Thursday.
Costume Contest highlights Goats and Hogs at Fair
Children from 4-H groups all over the Pee Dee gathered at the Eastern Carolina Agricultural Fair for the judging of the Market Hog and Market Goat competitions.
Hartsville police investigate second fatal shooting of 2009
Police are looking for suspects in the fatal shooting of a Hartsville man Thursday morning.
UNCF to celebrate its gala in December with Grammy Award winner
The United Negro College Fund will celebrate its 17th Annual Educational Excellence Gala, featuring Grammy Award-winner Jennifer Holliday, at 7 p.m. Dec. 4 at Florence Civic Center.
Research Club of Florence celebrates 100th birthday
The Research Club of Florence is celebrating its 100th birthday Friday.
Pee Dee transit system providing extensive service to passengers
The Pee Dee Regional Transportation Authority provided 323,771 passenger trips in the six-county Pee Dee region during 2008-09.
Teens may face felony charges for creating hoax
Two teenage girls that authorities thought were kidnapped Saturday may face felony charges for creating a hoax, authorities with the State Law Enforcement Division announced Tuesday.
