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MASC informs Blythewood community on forms of government before the July 29 vote
Next Information Session set for 6 p.m. on July 14 at Doko Manor BLYTHEWOOD – “While one form of government may describe, specifically, what our [council’s and mayor’s] individual roles are, it’s like a marriage. If I cannot on a daily basis communicate effectively with my wife, our marriage is not going to be successful. […]
Blythewood Town Council passes $3.7M budget, clips Griffin’s unauthorized spending
BLYTHEWOOD – During the June 23 regular council meeting, Blythewood town council voted 3-2 to pass a $3,760,905 FY 2025-26 budget, taking measures aimed at clipping unauthorized spending. To that end, council targeted several line items they said Mayor Sloan Griffin had overspent in last fiscal year’s 2024-25 budget without authorization. They also looked at […]
Fairfield animal ad hoc committee spars over issues
Stray Holds, Mandatory Registration & Breeder Permits WINNSBORO – In a divisive discussion at the July 2 Animal Ordinance Ad Hoc Committee meeting regarding returning unsterilized animals to owners, the committee revisited their earlier 5-2 vote to alter existing Animal Ordinance 737, Section 4-16, which requires that dogs picked up by Animal Control and reclaimed […]
Breaking Down the Forms of Government
South Carolina law allows municipalities to organize under one of three forms of government. It also allows municipalities to change the form of government by referendum. Although each of the three forms have unique structures, some things remain the same in all instances. For example, in all three forms of municipal government in South Carolina, […]
A Champion on the March
Fairfield County Boxer Breaks in with First Professional Fight on July 19 FAIRFIELD COUNTY – Emanuel March has led a life of activity in Fairfield County, whether working on his family’s farm in Blair or playing football and basketball at Fairfield Central High School. For the past two years he’s kept busy with amateur boxing […]
Twisters considers preschool program
BLYTHEWOOD – Following Trinity Learning Center’s recent closure announcement, Twister Nation, which houses The Tumble Tree and Twisters, is exploring interest for a potential preschool program in their Blythewood facility. The new 20,000 square foot gym, which officially opened in March 2025, has five large gym floors with trampolines and indoor preschool play equipment. “If […]
Chris Jackson named top high school barber in US
WINNSBORO – Chris Jackson, a 2025 graduate of Fairfield Central High School and a standout student at Fairfield Career & Technology Center (FCTC), has earned national recognition after winning first place in the High School Barbering Competition at the 2025 SkillsUSA National Leadership and Skills Conference (NLSC) held in Atlanta, Georgia. Competing against 31 of […]
Registration open for fall co-ed adult softball league at Fairfield Rec
WINNSBORO – Registration is available for Fairfield County Recreation Department’s adult co-ed softball league, which will open play in fall 2025. Games are set for Mondays and Wednesdays at Garden Street Park, 400 N Garden St. in downtown Winnsboro. Teams are required to play at least three females. Team fees are $350. For more information […]
Fairfield Rec offers free bi-weekly softball camp
WINNSBORO – Fairfield County Recreation is currently hosting free softball camps for 8-12 year olds twice a week at Drawdy Park in Winnsboro. Now in its third week, the camp trains players on pitching, hitting, fielding and base running. Players can sign up at the field and only need their glove, cleats, and something to […]
Fairfield County Sheriff’s Office launches Chaplain Program
FAIRFIELD COUNTY – On Tuesday, July 2, Fairfield County Sheriff Will Montgomery announced the Sheriff’s Office’s new chaplain program. “This marks a significant and meaningful step forward for our agency, and we’re proud to welcome these dedicated individuals into our family,” a press release from the Sheriff’s office said. “Each chaplain brings a unique spiritual […]
