Final Vote On Budget Set for Thursday, June 26 WINNSBORO – With third reading and a public hearing looming on the Fairfield County budget, the good news is that, this year, the county’s administration has made the draft budget public – really public – on the web and at the library for all to see. […]
Local filmmaker empowers BW youth at library film camp
June 19, 2025 By
Students’ films headed to international film festival BLYTHEWOOD — Every summer, a unique opportunity lights up the imagination of local children in Blythewood, thanks to the passion of accredited film producer Andrew Gajadhar. In partnership with the Richland County Public Library, Gajadhar hosts a free, three-day film camp designed to introduce young minds to the […]
From BHS to Coastal Carolina to Omaha
June 19, 2025 By
Ty Dooley spent his freshman year of college at Radford University in High Point, N.C. The 2021 Blythewood High School graduate started every game for the Highlanders and batted .315 in his freshman year, but he learned very quickly that he wanted more. Shortly after putting his name in the transfer portal, he found out […]
Trinity Learning Center closing
June 19, 2025 By
BLYTHEWOOD – Blythewood’s Trinity UMC announced in a press release last week that it will close the Trinity Learning Center effective Aug. 15. “This was not a decision made lightly,” the release stated. “The TLC has been serving the Blythewood community for over 27 years but due to the availability of services at local schools […]
Ecuminical Univ. confers Doctor of Humanities on Prioleau
June 19, 2025 By
RIDGEWAY – Former Ridgeway Mayor Pro Tem Don Prioleau was recognized last week for his service to his community and county and to his fellow man over his lifetime. Ecumenical University honored Prioleau by conferring upon him the Doctor of Humanities. In honoring Prioleau, it was noted that he has been a devoted public servant, […]
Suspect charged in deadly vehicle assault at Molly Creek
June 19, 2025 By
LAKE WATEREE — Two men were stuck by a vehicle Sunday, June 15, 2025, at approximately 11:34 p.m.at the Molly Creek boat landing.. Deputies with the Fairfield County Sheriff’s Office responded to a call at the Molly Creek Boat Landing regarding two individuals who had been struck by a vehicle. When the Fairfield County Sheriff’s […]
$10 microchips, more available to Richland Co. pet owners
June 19, 2025 By
COLUMBIA – Columbia Animal Services has chosen to commemorate this year’s National Pet Preparedness Month by educating the pet owners of Columbia about the dangers of hot weather for pets, information on how to keep pets and their families together in emergency situations, as well as educating about disaster preparedness amidst the start of the […]
Guest Editorial: Beyond Capacity and all Reason – Fairfield Must Act
June 19, 2025 By
Fairfield County’s animal shelter is in crisis—not because its staff lacks compassion, but because they’ve been asked to do too much with too little for far too long. Despite their dedication, the shelter is stretched far beyond its intended capacity, safety limits, and resources. The newly appointed County Administrator has stepped in with a clear […]
Set In Stone Farm bridges the gap to sustainability
June 12, 2025 By
JENKINSVILLE – Set in Stone is a non-profit farm located in Jenkinsville in Western Fairfield County that focuses on teaching sustainable living and healthy food options. Executive Director of the farm, Selvbrea SeVen Stone, operates the non-profit on her late grandfather’s land in rural Jenkinsville. She provides educational and agricultural workshops, hands-on agricultural/food preservation/preparation experiences […]
Sherman leaves BHS for district leadership role
June 12, 2025 By
BLYTHEWOOD – After spending almost two decades at Blythewood High School, including the last six years as principal, Matt Sherman is leaving to serve as Executive Director of Student Services for Richland School District Two. A press release issued Monday by the district said Sherman, in his new role, “will be responsible for a wide […]
