BLYTHEWOOD – Representatives of Texas investment firm ECapital unveiled a revised proposal for a residential development proposed on the former Golf Course of South Carolina property in the Crickentree neighborhood last week at a meeting held at Doko Manor. More than 200 residents of Crickentree and other area golf course communities attended. After proposing 480 […]
Presidential candidate Corey Booker stumps Fairfield
February 14, 2019 By
WINNSBORO – Democratic presidential candidate Corey Booker brought his campaign to Fairfield County Sunday afternoon. About 200 people packed the Fairfield Central High School cafeteria to hear him speak. Instead of taking the stage, Booker, a senator from New Jersey, hopped the stair railing and spoke to the audience from the floor for almost half […]
BZA OKs electric substation
February 14, 2019 By
BLYTHEWOOD – More electrical power is needed in Blythewood for Fairfield Electric Cooperative to keep up with demand, a company representative told members of the Blythewood Board of Zoning Appeals (BZA) Monday evening. The BZA approved that request unanimously. Fairfield Electric vice president of engineering, Thomas Black, applied for a special exception to construct an […]
Magazine: Fairfield is SC’s next big boom
February 14, 2019 By
COLUMBIA – An online magazine, Business in Focus, has dubbed Fairfield County as ‘South Carolina’s Next Big Boom’ in the cover story of its February 11 issue. The article credited the County’s purchase of a 1,200-acre industrial mega site along I-77 at Exit 34 as the catalyst for the boom – stimulating future economic growth […]
County honors native son Isaac Woodard, Jr.
February 14, 2019 By
BATESBURG-LEESVILLE – A commemoration and unveiling of a historical marker in Batesburg-Leesville on Saturday honored Winnsboro native Sergeant Isaac Woodard, a World War II veteran whose savage beating at the hands of a callous, intolerant sheriff helped inspire civil rights in America. Fairfield County Councilwoman Bertha Goins, addressing Woodard’s nephew and his family along with […]
A grandmother’s love turns grief into good
February 14, 2019 By
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 – […]
Mt. Valley residents want road gated
February 14, 2019 By
BLYTHEWOOD – Mt. Valley Road residents are asking the Blythewood Planning Commission to close off public access to the south side of the road from the Abney Hills area, saying the heavy construction traffic has nearly destroyed the only entrance to their homes. Charles Bayne appeared before the commission Monday night to make the request […]
Water authority becoming reality
February 14, 2019 By
WINNSBORO – It’s been years since Fairfield county and municipal leaders first floated a concept of a regional water and sewer authority. Now that its composition has been finalized, the group plans to chart new waters as it attempts to define and fulfill its mission of enhancing economic development in Fairfield County. “Industry absolutely has […]
Blythewood readies to celebrate black history
February 14, 2019 By
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 […]
Richland 2 Board awash in discord
February 14, 2019 By
Members Vote 4-3 Against Removing Officers For Cause COLUMBIA – Despite several members facing ethical and criminal sanctions, the Richland Two Board of Trustees voted against a policy designed to increase their accountability. On Tuesday night, the board voted 4-3 against a board policy revision that would have empowered the board to discharge office holders […]
