WINNSBORO – As the Winnsboro town government initiates the revitalization of the downtown area by starting to restore some of the town’s derelict buildings, two men and a concrete truck are also doing their part to make the dream of a revitalized downtown Winnsboro come true …but, in a residential way. Lee Jones, a residential […]
Wildlife Geeks charm kids at Blythewood Library
July 25, 2024 By
BLYTHEWOOD – Chuck Alberding and his wildlife crew charmed a room full of children at Blythewood Library on Wednesday with a hands-on program aimed at encouraging them to think differently about animals in the wild. As part of the library’s Summer Learning Challenge, Alberding of Wildlife Geeks engaged his young audience with a ball python, […]
Free Summer Concert in Winnsboro July 27
July 25, 2024 By
WINNSBORO – Put your dancin’ shoes on and head on down to the Clock in downtown Winnsboro this Saturday evening for the next concert in the Fairfield Chamber of Commerce’s Summer Nights Concert Series. Wrong Side of the Tracks, a country and southern rock group based out of Blythewood, will entertain the crowd from 8 […]
‘The Hills are Alive,’ right here in Winnsboro!
July 25, 2024 By
WINNSBORO – Come see one of the most beloved musicals of all time in downtown Winnsboro. The inspirational story, based on the memoir of Maria Augusta Trapp, follows a cheerful postulate who serves as governess to the seven children of the imperious Captain von Trapp, bringing music and joy to the household. As the political […]
‘Lunch at the Market’ debuts in Fairfield on July 31
July 25, 2024 By
FAIRFIELD COUNTY — The Fairfield Farmers and Artisans Market and Fairfield County Council on Aging are launching their first “Lunch at the Market” event in Winnsboro on Wednesday, July 31. Lunch at the Market is an opportunity for older adults and community patrons to shop for farm fresh food, engage in conversation, meet neighbors for […]
Salkehatchie camp improves Fairfield homes
July 25, 2024 By
FAIRFIELD COUNTY – Salkehatchie volunteers worked on four Fairfield County homes during the week of July 13-20. Thirty-five teens and adults volunteered to endure the heat and humidity to repair these homes of needy citizens, two near Ridgeway, one near Blackstock, and one in the Blair area. Led by Fort Mill residents Frank Gravely and […]
Study Predicts July 29 as Worst Night of Sleep in 2024 for South Carolinians
July 25, 2024 By
South Carolinians can look forward to better sleep after July 29th. Even in a typical summer, many people experience restless nights as high temperatures prevent them from getting a good night’s sleep. This year, huge swathes of America, including South Carolina, have been affected by relentless heatwaves, forcing millions to endure sleepless nights. Although air conditioning is […]
Rec Dept. to host free youth football camp Aug. 7-8
July 25, 2024 By
Registration Open for Fall Sports WINNSBORO – A new school year is on the horizon, and so is Fall sports season. Fairfield County Parks and Recreation is hosting a Free Youth Football Camp for ages 8 – 12 on Wednesday, Aug. 7 and Thursday, Aug. 8. Camp will be held at Fairfield Middle School’s practice […]
The Magnolia
July 25, 2024 By
WINNSBORO – The Magnolia Tree on the North side of the Fairfield County Courthouse was removed on Wednesday, July 17. The tree’s root system did not have the room it needed to expand and was causing structural issues to surrounding concrete and the retaining wall. County and Town officials agreed the tree must be removed […]
Auditions set for PTP’s ‘The Music Man’
July 18, 2024 By
WINNSBORO – Pine Tree Playhouse has announced auditions will be held July 19 at 6 p.m. and July 20 at 3 p.m. for the fall musical “The Music Man!” The show will be directed by Pine Tree Playhouse President Shane Moody and assisted by Rachel Sellers. The Music Man follows fast-talking traveling salesman, Harold Hill, […]
