Dancing the Night Away

WINNSBORO – The Fairfield County Council on Aging held a seniors’ dance on Valentine’s Day last Thursday with light refreshments and music by DJ Charlie.

Oldies & Goodies

WINNSBORO – Robert Pemberton, co-owner of Oldies & Goodies, celebrates the store’s first anniversary with customers Ivor Stephenson, left, and Hannah Phillips last week.

A grandmother’s love turns grief into good

RIDGEWAY – In 2011, toddler Ayden Ferby was the youngest fatality on SC roadways. His death was the tragic result of not being properly restrained in his car seat. Although Ayden’s life was short lived, his grandmother, Bobbi Jackson Qualls, now says there have been many lessons learned. To that end, her never-ending love – […]

Blythewood readies to celebrate black history

BLYTHEWOOD – The Town’s annual Black History celebration is almost ready for its close-up on Feb. 23 at Doko Manor. The program includes guest speaker Dr. Joe Kelly, performances by singer-songwriter EboniRamm, dance, choral and dramatic performances and a special display of African-American accomplishments. Bobby Cunningham will emcee the event. This year’s celebration will also […]

Farmers markets calling all vendors

BLYTHEWOOD/WINNSBORO – The Blythewood and Winnsboro farmers markets are preparing for ‘the season’ and are calling all vendors who would like to sell their fruits, veggies, arts and crafts at the markets. If you’re a returning vendor to the Blythewood market or want to join the market for the first time, Michaela Barno at [email protected]. […]

Zoo offers ‘Free Fridays’ and recycling

COLUMBIA – Two free family-friendly events are going on at Riverbanks Zoo and Garden these days. One is the offer of “Free Fridays” at the zoo and gardens through the end of February for residents of Richland and Lexington counties.  Guests must provide a valid driver’s license, property tax statement, or vehicle registration as proof […]

Boykins show off in Fairfield

WINNSBORO – The little brown, curly-haired dogs that found their way into the hearts of South Carolinians competed this past weekend during a Boykin Spaniel Field Trial in Fairfield County. The event was hosted by Dr. and Mrs. Roger Gaddy and organized by the Carolina Boykin Spaniel Retriever Club. Over 110 entries from both the […]

Miss Blythewood Pageant Queens Crowned

  BLYTHEWOOD – New Miss Blythewood and Miss Blythewood Teen were crowned Saturday night. The event was a preliminary competition for the Miss South Carolina pageant that will be held during the summer at the Township Auditorium. Madison Coffman was crowned Miss Blythewood, and Brianna Binder was crowned Miss Blythewood Teen. First runner up to […]

Lions host annual Ran Foster Pancake Supper

  WINNSBORO – The Winnsboro Lions Club held their annual Ran Foster Pancake Supper Tuesday, Feb. 5 at Fairfield Elementary School. Named for Winnsboro Lion Ran Foster, who chaired the committee for almost 50 years, the Lions Club fundraiser supports community service projects throughout the year.

First Friday Festivities

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