Boykin resigns; council taps Morgan

WINNSBORO – Fairfield County Attorney Charles J. Boykin emailed a notice to council members on Monday, Jan. 9, of his intentions to “withdraw my firm’s representation of the county as the county attorney, effective upon notification to us that the county has hired new council.” “We will take all steps reasonably practicable to protect the […]

Whitaker not present at swearing in

WINNSBORO – As four council members were seated Monday night and a new council convened before a larger than usual audience in council chambers, County Administrator Malik Whitaker was not present for the event. “We have no idea why he was not here,” said new Council Chairman Douglas Pauley. “I had no notification that he […]

Fairfield Sheriff’s Office moves to new address

WINNSBORO – Over the weekend, the Fairfield County Sheriff’s Office made its official move to its new location. As of Monday, the department is fully operational at 250 N. Walnut St. in Winnsboro. While the physical location may be different, the office’s mailing address will continue to be PO Box 387, Winnsboro, SC 29180. The […]

True to the Brew 5K returns to Palmetto Trail

PEAK – The 6th Annual True to the Brew 10k Hike & Run returns to the Peak to Prosperity Passage of the Palmetto Trail on Saturday, March 25. In an effort to ensure that all runners have a choice, there will be a live race and a virtual race, both $50 until Feb. 28, 2023. […]

American Pickers return to SC

The American Pickers, a documentary series that explores the fascinating world of antique “picking” on The History Channel, plans to return to South Carolina to film episodes in February 2023. The show follows skilled pickers in the business, as they hunt for America’s most valuable antiques. Pickers are always excited to find sizeable, unique collections […]

Lancaster man charged with criminal solicitation of a minor

COLUMBIA – South Carolina Attorney General Alan Wilson announced the arrest of George Russell Scarborough (age 56) of Lancaster S.C., on one charge connected to the criminal solicitation of a minor.  Internet Crimes Against Children (ICAC) Task Force investigators with the Mount Pleasant Police Department made the arrest.  Investigators with the Lancaster County Sheriff’s Office, […]

Griffins split games with Great Falls, fall to Gray

WINNSBORO – Fairfield Central girls’ basketball ushered in 2023 with a big win over Great Falls. The Griffins traveled to Great Falls on Friday, Jan. 6 and came away with a 68-23 win.  Sophomore Jordyn Adams put up a season-high 30 points in the win, finishing the game with a 71% field goal percentage. Senior […]

Peace

WINNSBORO – Fairfield Middle School student Chloe Young is the winner of the Winnsboro Lions Club’s 2022 International Peace Poster contest. “We are delighted with the winnng poster and so proud of Chloe and her work,” said Lion Paul Dove, at right in the photo. Dove presented a certificate and monetary award to Chloe on […]

Back on the Podium

GEORGETOWN – Eagle shooters Dani Goings, left, Abby Lewis and Ella Grace Harrison returned to the podium at Backwoods Quail Club. The Senior 1st Year team finished in third place with a score of 219. Harrison shot 83, Lewis shot 78 and Goings shot 58. Harrison’s score was third highest overall in her division. Eagle […]

Redhawk girls rally, boys fall to Flora

BLYTHEWOOD – The A.C. Flora boys’ basketball team found an answer for Arden Conyers. Westwood did not have an answer for Chris Parker Friday night at The Castle. Conyers had three 3-pointers and 15 points, but the Falcons nearly shut him out under the net and limited him to two foul shots. Parker on the […]

Contact us: (803) 767-5711 | P.O. Box 675, Blythewood, SC 29016 | [email protected]