I am a recruiter for the 2020 Census, employed with the Department of Commerce. We are reaching out to the community in order to reach a goal from applicants who are interested in seeking a temporary, part or full time job or career. There are opportunities after the census to qualify for permanent Federal government […]
Letters: R2 Board should set good example
January 17, 2019 By
I have been reading the articles recently regarding the Richland Two School Board members’ lack of responsibility in properly following the rules of board membership – filing required forms. Why does a person in the responsible position of leading our schools not realize children learn by example? Why does a person expect others should respect […]
Letter: JWC Must Join Water Authority
January 16, 2019 By
The Jenkinsville Water Company’s annual meeting last week was disappointing. More than 800 JWC members and their families have no say in the company. The JWC Board supposedly acquired a loan for $800,000 to put in a new well with the same old deteriorating system in place –risking big money on a small, failing unproductive […]
Small papers make a big difference
January 3, 2019 By
COLUMBIA – Of the many factors that contribute to a community’s quality of life, one that’s often under-appreciated is the local newspaper. Small, weekly (or non-daily) publications are a form of public service. They bring us “good news” and recognize the efforts of hometown people who make a difference. On their pages you’re likely to […]
Tech Bytes: Creating Characters not on Keyboard
January 3, 2019 By
The original way to create special characters not found on the keyboard. Ensure that the Num Lock key has been pressed, to activate the numeric key section of the keyboard. Press the Alt key, and hold it down. While the Alt key is pressed, type the sequence of numbers on the numeric keypad. Release the […]
A New Years Eve Tail… Two Tails
January 3, 2019 By
BLYTHEWOOD – Well, it was an interesting early New Year’s Eve. I went out to the dog kennels to feed and discovered two of my female beagles were gone. We had just erected three new chain-link kennels adjoining my old kennels and these two dogs were quartered in the end kennel. One was Walking Tall […]
Letter: Show Fairfield Respect
December 27, 2018 By
Note to out-of-county media – I have grown weary of you using error-filled and sensationalized articles to portray Fairfield County as some sort of pathetic and helpless victim. The State’s story, ‘Nobody deserves a Christmas more than Fairfield County,’ (Dec. 18, 2018 issue) was no exception in a long line of outside media stories belittling […]
Guest Editorial: Community bids farewell to FMH
December 20, 2018 By
After serving Fairfield County for 63 years, Fairfield Memorial Hospital is closing their doors. It has been a privilege to serve this community and we are so thankful for the years of support. Like most rural hospitals, the hospital has struggled financially for years. Many factors are contributing to the struggles of hospitals. Reimbursement has […]
Letters: Try Year-Round School
November 15, 2018 By
Congratulations to school board election winners Davis, Harrison, Jackson and Miller. Perhaps, now is the time to explore the powerful potential of year-round schools. Many studies point to the obvious problem of the summer slide for learning and growth, especially for children in lower income families. Just as obvious, is the potential for year-round schools offering […]
Guest Editorial: Yes2ourstudents, LLC means NO
November 1, 2018 By
Based on my previous letter to the editor, several community members have asked my opinion on the school board applicants and the VOTE NO yellow signs in opposition of the school bond. First, I support the incumbents, for this election cycle who are Craig Plank, Amelia McKie, Dr. Cheryl Caution-Parker, and James Manning. There is […]
