The Winnsboro Department of Public Safety and the Community Fire Department responded to a fire Sept. 26 at 412 S. Vanderhorst St. The blaze, which ignited around 4:30 p.m., totaled the single-wide mobile home causing approximately $10,000 in damage. The home was owned by Ruby Teal and was the residence of Robert Burbage, whose small […]
Start Sweeping –
September 28, 2012 By
Winnsboro Mayor Roger Gaddy (left) accepts a $50,000 grant from Nancy McElroy of the U.S. Department of Agriculture earlier this month. The grant was put toward the purchase of the new street sweeper truck in the background.
Showered –
September 27, 2012 By
The women of Sawney’s Creek Baptist Church in Ridgeway hosted a bridal shower for Heather Boulware (second from left) of Blythewood. A wedding is planned for November. Pictured with Heather are her mother, Myra Boulware (left), her grandmother Rosa Wittmeyer and her great grandmother Juanita Collins (far right).
Community Visionaries –
September 27, 2012 By
The Blythewood Lions Club held a community yard sale on Saturday at the Blythewood Community Center to benefit those in the community who need financial help with eye exams, eyeglasses and hearing aids. Pictured: Blythewood Lions Bob Garbe (left) Robert Moak, Margaret Gardner, Betty Moak, Libby Lever and club president Rhett Hair.
See You at the Farm –
September 27, 2012 By
Organizers for BBQ, Bluegrass and Bluejeans, a fundraising extravaganza to be held at The Farm at Ridgeway, located on Highway 21 just north of Blythewood, met at the barn on Monday to finalize plans for food, entertainment and fun. The event, planned for Oct. 13, benefits the Fairfield Memorial Hospital (FMH) Foundation. Proceeds will be […]
Hats Off –
September 21, 2012 By
Marie Jackson Robinson joined the ladies of Gethsemane Baptist Church recently in donning their lovely hats for the close of their annual revival.
Earth Angels –
September 21, 2012 By
On Sept. 9, the Gethsemane Baptist Church Praise Team (pictured with the pastor, Rev. Norris B. Turner) performed “Angels in our Midst” during the regular church services. The Praise Team is under the direction of Tora Armstrong, Chasity Morgan and Solomon Young.
United We Stand –
September 21, 2012 By
Bob Drake, United Way representative, met with principals and administrators from Fairfield County Schools recently to discuss their workplace campaign. “I am enthusiastic about an opportunity for the District to become more involved with United Way and its mission,” said J.R. Green, Superintendent of Schools. “I feel we can become more creative in our campaign […]
Open House –
September 21, 2012 By
The school year at Gordon Odyssey Academy kicked off with a successful Open House, where parents, students and guest were able to tour the school and meet faculty and staff. Pictured: Daryl Macon explains the Social Studies curriculum to the Dorsey family.
Welcome to the Club –
September 21, 2012 By
Richard Winn Academy welcomed the following students into the Beta Club recently: (back row) Senior Beta Club – Jordon Parris, Hannah Silvia, Kristen Irby, Jessie Stidham, Logan Robinson, Emily Brigman, Hunter Gibbons, Cassidy Branham and Matt Taylor; (front row) Junior Beta Club – Meg Cathcart, Noah Ward, Jaycie Johnson and Marion Walker Coleman.
