Van Johnson Collins, 78, of Winnsboro, son of Coy Collins and Carrie Bell Taylor Collins, passed away on September 13th. Van, affectionately known as Papa, lived a full and beautiful life. He was born in Thomaston Georgia on October 27, 1946. In the 78 years that Van lived he was so many things to so […]
Suspect arrested in deadly BW shooting
September 16, 2025 By
BLYTHEWOOD – Fred Gause Jr, 43, was arrested on Tuesday, Sept. 16, following the investigation into a murder that occurred on Haygood Road in Blythewood on Sept. 15, according to the Richland County Sheriff’s Department. According to an incident report from the Sheriff’s Department, deputies responded to the 100 block of Haygood Road at approximately […]
Blythewood shooting leaves one dead, one injured
September 15, 2025 By
BLYTHEWOOD – Richland County Sheriff’s Department investigators are investigating a deadly shooting that occurred at the 100 block of Haygood Road this afternoon. On Monday, Sept. 15, 2025, just before 5 p.m., deputies responded to the 100 block of Haygood Road in reference to a shooting. When deputies arrived, they located an adult female victim […]
Council grapples with Manor issues
September 11, 2025 By
BLYTHEWOOD – In a special called workshop Monday night that stretched well into the evening, town council members aired deep concerns over the operation and financial management of the town’s event facility, culminating in the formation of an ad hoc committee to overhaul the site’s fee structure, staffing, and policy inconsistencies. The meeting was driven by […]
Fairfield County Admin shares progress on wastewater plant
September 11, 2025 By
WINNSBORO – At Monday night’s County Council meeting, Fairfield County Administrator Vic Carpenter gave an in-depth update on the status of the county’s wastewater treatment project. He spoke about progress on critical approvals and next steps in construction and funding. “This was presented to the Commission last week,” Carpenter said, “and we’ll normally present reports to […]
Town of Winnsboro candidate forum set for Sept. 18
September 11, 2025 By
WINNSBORO – A candidate forum featuring candidates running for the Dist. 3 seat on the Town of Winnsboro Council will be held on Thursday, Sept. 18, at Christ Central Community Center in Winnsboro. The special called election will be held on Sept. 30, 2025. The open seat was vacated after Councilman Demetrius Chatman was elected […]
Scout to host virtual hiring event Oct. 13, 14
September 11, 2025 By
BLYTHEWOOD – Scout Motors is continuing to expand its operations and workforce, announcing this week that it will host a Virtual Hiring Event on Monday, Oct. 13, and Tuesday, Oct. 14. The event is aimed at filling positions within the company’s Production & Logistics and Quality organizations, both of which will play key roles as […]
KJ’s sign installed
September 11, 2025 By
BLYTHEWOOD – IGA’s sign has been removed and the new sign has been installed as the store transitions to a KJ’s Market. KJ’s is planning a special community event the day before the store’s grand re-opening. On Sept. 30, a “touch the tile” program will allow members of the community to individualize tiles that will […]
Impersonator scams Fairfield man out of $200
September 11, 2025 By
WINNSBORO – The Fairfield County Sheriff’s Office is investigating an electronic scam in which a 75-year-old resident was tricked into purchasing $200 in gift cards by someone posing as a friend. Daniel Singleton reported that on August 22, he received texts from someone he believed to be a trusted acquaintance, Brandon Henderson. The impostor asked […]
Blythewood to host 20th Anniversary Homecoming Tailgate
September 11, 2025 By
BLYTHEWOOD – It’s an event 20 years in the making – figuratively, at least. In celebration of its 20th Anniversary, Blythewood High School will host a Homecoming Tailgate on Friday, Sept. 19 from 5:30 – 7 p.m., and all are welcome. The event is slated to be packed with fun – games, a DJ, face […]
