Opinion

Kenny’s Corner: 27 Empty Buildings

(And a Whole Lot of Potential) I watched the latest Fairfield County Council meeting on YouTube. Yes, YouTube. County council meetings are on YouTube now....

Letter: Accountability Matters

The County Council’s 2023 IRS million-dollar fines scandal should serve as a powerful catalyst for government transparency. This case underscored the importance of robust public...

Guest Editorial: Newspapers are antidotes to Instagram, Facebook

There’s just something different about holding a newspaper in your hands instead of reading it online. The physical newspaper is a treasure trove of unexpected...

The 10 AM Hurdle: Who’s Shaping Our Future?

Last week, Fairfield County asked residents to share input on the future of our community. That’s a positive step. It means conversations are happening and...

Bad Decision or Best Memory?

I made a bad decision, but it may have been a good one.  I was invited to join my long-time high school friend and her...

Letter to Editor: Preserving 300 Main Street

Residents and Leaders of Blythewood, Having grown up right here in Blythewood, I’ve always had a real soft spot for our town’s special charm and...

Guest Editorial: Growth SC Can’t Afford

Who Pays for the Boom? New Census numbers show South Carolina is the nation’s fastest-growing state, adding almost 80,000 new residents between July 2024 and July 2025....

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