Duke Energy is seeking to amend its Water Quality Certificate in several ways. Most importantly, it proposes to increase the levels of lakes James, Norman and Wylie by 6 inches each. This will add more than 1.1 billion cubic feet of water to the lakes upstream of Lake Wateree, increasing significantly the risk of flooding […]
Vote Harden
November 3, 2016 By
It is time for new leadership in Fairfield County’s District 6. I feel strongly that Gwen Harden can lead this county to a brighter future. She has done her homework and knows what this county needs to strive for. Our goals should be defined and well planned to avoid wasteful spending. I have known her and […]
Vote for Your Library
November 3, 2016 By
With four County Council seats evidently up for grabs and multiple contenders, we voters have important decisions to make. What priorities and visions does each candidate have and how will he or she work to improve our communities and our quality of life here in Fairfield County? My pressing questions involve our county library system […]
Strategic Plan Gets Lukewarm Reception
November 3, 2016 By
WINNSBORO (Nov. 3, 2016) – Fairfield County’s latest Strategic Plan was unveiled two weeks ago during a special called Council meeting, but it was not prefaced with much fanfare nor was it followed with much enthusiasm from Council members. The plan was created and presented by T.Y. Lynn International, a company hired by the County in […]
Easy Choice
November 3, 2016 By
Every day the media reminds us of the stark contrasts between our District 17 State Senate candidates. One all-important contrast is their approach to resolving our state’s problems. Candidate Mike Fanning espouses a shoot first plan, which raises taxes by $2 billion annually. On the other hand, Mark Palmer’s more thoughtful strategy prioritizes eliminating waste, fraud […]
Feliz Dia de Muertos!
November 3, 2016 By
Three-month-old Sebastian Robles slept through the frightful fun as his colorfully costumed family, Alejandra Villegas (holding Sebastian); Abigail Robles, 8; Jose Robles, 13 and dad, Omar Robles enjoyed Pumpkin Fest in downtown Winnsboro Saturday evening.
Lady Bengals Advance –
November 2, 2016 By
BLYTHEWOOD (Nov. 2, 2016) — Adele’ Bradley digs one out Tuesday against Summerville in round two of the Class 5A state volleyball tournament. The Lady Bengals won out in straight sets, 25-8, 25-22, 25-16, to move on to round three. BHS swept Stratford in round one Thursday, 25-11, 25-7, 25-14. The Lady Bengals will either travel […]
Maudie Fogle Douglas
November 1, 2016 By
WINNSBORO (Nov. 1, 2016) – Maudie Ruth Fogle Douglas, 74, beloved wife of Jimmy Ray Douglas for 54 years, went to be with the Lord on Oct. 31, 2016. Maudie, affectionately known as Waddie, is survived by her three daughters: Kim Bone (Tony), Karen Mattox (Jeff), Rebekah Coleman (Kevin); seven grandchildren: Taylor and Avery Bone, Annie […]
Redhawks Drop Heartbreaker to RNE
November 1, 2016 By
COLUMBIA (Nov. 1, 2016) – In what promised to be a close matchup, the Cavaliers of Richland Northeast High School took on the Westwood Redhawks Friday night. Both teams were hungry, coming off of losing streaks. RNE had been winless in their last three games, and Westwood in their last five games. The Cavaliers pulled out […]
King Snatches Region Crown from RWA
October 31, 2016 By
WINNSBORO (Oct. 31, 2016) – After a long regular season the SCISA 8-man Region II crown came down to a single game between the Richard Winn Eagles, who were undefeated in region play coming into the game, and the undefeated W.W. King Knights. Over 400 rushing yards on 57 attempts propelled the King Academy Knights over […]
