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January 30, 2009
Community can still help needy with donations to United Way
We all know about the challenges facing all of us as the economy continues to struggle.
January 29, 2009
Early politicking for governor like Christmas lights before Halloween
It’s hard to believe, but candidates for governor already are “politicking” for the race in 2010.
January 28, 2009
EDITORIAL: Towns to finally get the libraries they deserve
Florence County has taken commendable action in its recent efforts that will bring new library facilities to Olanta, Johnsonville and Timmonsville. County council has voted this month to approve bids for construction of new libraries in the three towns, which will bring all six of the county’s libraries into the modern age.
January 27, 2009
Constituents should prepare for consequences of rallies ban
In June, Myrtle Beach City Council raised taxes to fund programs meant to end the Grand Strand’s two May motorcycle rallies, the Harley-Davidson rally in Myrtle Beach and Bikefest in Atlantic Beach.
January 25, 2009
Legislators make improvements to recorded votes on some decisions
It’s strange that it took this long, but now both the South Carolina House of Representatives and the South Carolina Senate have made rules changes so that more of their votes will be recorded.
January 24, 2009
Thumbs up to bank for its holiday help
Thumbs up to First Reliance Bank for dedicating the months of November and December to making the holidays special for the children within the state’s foster care system.
January 22, 2009
Silly legislation too tempting for some politicians in Columbia
Legislators just can’t seem to help themselves.
January 20, 2009
Obama, country face tough tasks to handle issues facing all of us
Today, Barack Obama will take the oath of office as the 44th president of the United States of America.
January 19, 2009
‘I have a dream’
I am happy to join with you today in what will go down in history as the greatest demonstration for freedom in the history of our nation.
January 18, 2009
Florence City Council needs to move ahead on its cleanup efforts
Florence City Council can’t stop now.
January 17, 2009
Thumbs up to society’s turn out at meeting
Thumbs up to the Florence Area Humane Society for turning out en masse at the Florence City Council meeting Monday looking for an update on the new animal shelter.
January 16, 2009
Find ways to stick with resolutions before quitting
Midway through the month of January, it’s likely that many New Year’s resolutions made within the past few weeks have already been broken.
January 15, 2009
Sanford pushes his ‘core issues’ in State of the State
Gov. Mark Sanford went before the South Carolina General Assembly on Wednesday night for his State of the State address.
January 14, 2009
Building Bridges program good for attendees and community
Starting the end of this month and running for six weeks, the Greater Florence Chamber of Commerce is offering the community a chance to participate in its “Building Bridges” program.
January 13, 2009
Darlington moves in right direction on land-use plans
The Darlington County Planning Commission is in the midst of three public hearings to get input from residents on their thoughts about land-use issues in the county.
January 11, 2009
General Assembly needs to find new, better ways to tax, fund programs
The South Carolina General Assembly will convene Tuesday, facing one of the toughest years ever in terms of a lack of funds and greater need.
January 10, 2009
Thumbs up to those involved in local basketball tournaments
Thumbs up to organizers, coaches and players involved with the Pepsi Carolina Classic boys basketball tournament and the Pee Dee Invitational girls basketball tournament held each year in Florence during Christmas break.
January 08, 2009
Community steps forward to help raise money for Empty Stocking
The Salvation Army has received more than $100,000 in donations this year to the Empty Stocking Fund.
January 06, 2009
Commitment to pool safety will save lives
Federal mandates requiring public swimming pools, wading pools, spas and hot tubs to be outfitted with new drain cover systems went into effect Dec. 19.
January 04, 2009
Let’s hope 2009 brings good news for Pee Dee
We have certainly had an up and down year in the Pee Dee just like most of the state and country.
January 03, 2009
Thumbs up to Wachovia for $10,000 donation to Red Cross fund
Thumbs up to the Wachovia Foundation, which recently donated $10,000 to the Pee Dee Chapter of the American Red Cross Disaster Relief Fund.
December 31, 2008
Celebrate New Year responsibly, and be safe whatever you do to ring in 2009
Tonight, the year of 2008 comes to a close.
December 28, 2008
New sheriffs have work cut out for them
As the new year begins in the Pee Dee, Darlington and Dillon counties each look forward to having their first new sheriffs in more than two decades.
December 27, 2008
Thumbs up to those who donate, volunteer during holidays
Thumbs up to all those who have conducted holiday service projects in the Pee Dee.
December 26, 2008
2009 promises to be exciting for the arts
It’s been a stellar year in terms of growth for the Florence arts community.
December 25, 2008
LETTER TO THE EDITOR: Thanks for all who helped raise funds
We would like to take this opportunity to give thanks to Queenie’s Helping Hand Ministry for its support of the PDCAP Weed and Seed Program.
Yes, Virginia, there is a Santa Claus
Eight-year-old Virginia O’Hanlon wrote a letter to the editor of New York’s Sun, and the quick response was printed as an unsigned editorial Sept. 21, 1897.
December 23, 2008
County councils wise to continue the discussion
It isn’t news to anyone that the courtrooms in Florence and Darlington counties are crowded, and something has to be done to address the situation.
December 21, 2008
Empty Stocking, all charities need our help more as economy slows
South Carolinians are “giving” people.
Christmas shows help make season enjoyable
With unemployment rising and investments disappearing all over, this is an unusually anxious Christmas season.
