BLYTHEWOOD — American Leadership Academy (ALA) Blythewood officially introduced its leadership team to the community during a “Meet the Director” launch event on Thursday, Jan. 29. The event, held on the school’s new campus, served as the formal introduction for Dr. Dennis Dotterer, who will serve as the Lower School Director, and Jarred Strait, who […]
Richland Two Snow Days
February 5, 2026 By
BLYTHEWOOD – After a weekend of winter weather, Richland Two schools switched to e-learning on Monday and Tuesday following Winter Storm Gianna, which hit the area Jan. 31-Feb. 1. Pictured above, Westwood’s campus in snow. Pictured below, CFKN, Langford, and Lake Carolina Elementary students shared their snow fun (photos were posted on their respective schools’ […]
BHS earns spot on 2025 AP Honor Roll
February 5, 2026 By
BLYTHEWOOD — Blythewood High School has been named to the 2025 Advanced Placement (AP) School Honor Roll, receiving a Bronze distinction for its success in expanding college-level opportunities while maintaining student performance. The College Board, which oversees the AP program, recognizes schools on the Honor Roll annually based on their commitment to increasing a college-going […]
Armstrong named BHS Cadet of the Week
February 5, 2026 By
BLYTHEWOOD — Blythewood High School’s JROTC program recently named C/PFC Kaleel Armstrong its Cadet of the Week, awarding him a medal that recognizes exceptional dedication and personal growth. Though Armstrong is a newcomer to the program, Bengal Battalion leadership noted that his integrity and focus have made an immediate impression. Instructors highlighted his attentive nature […]
ALA Blythewood to host ‘Meet the Directors’ event Jan. 29
January 29, 2026 By
BLYTHEWOOD – Families interested in the upcoming American Leadership Academy (ALA) Blythewood will have the opportunity to meet the school’s leadership team during a special event on Thursday, Jan. 29. Recently, the school announced two members of its leadership team on Facebook: Jarred Strait and Dr. Dennis Dotterer. “With over a decade of leadership experience, […]
Fairfield Middle School placed on “Hold” after knife, air-soft gun found
January 21, 2026 By
WINNSBORO – A knife and an air-soft gun were discovered inside Fairfield Middle School Wednesday morning, Jan. 21, in an incident that involved a seventh-grade student. “As soon as we were aware of the incident, we followed district safety protocols, the items were secured, law enforcement was notified, and the student was removed from the […]
BHS senior selected for US Senate Youth Program
January 15, 2026 By
BLYTHEWOOD – The United States Senate Youth Program (USSYP) has selected Blythewood High School senior Anna Grace Kelly to represent South Carolina during the 64th annual USSYP Washington Week, to be held March 7 — 14, 2026. Kelly was chosen from among the state’s top student leaders to join a national delegation of 104 outstanding […]
Midlands STEM announces expansion of sports facilities
January 13, 2026 By
WINNSBORO – The Midlands STEM Charter School Board of Directors has signaled a green light for growth, moving forward with plans to construct new athletic facilities on the school’s campus. The project will include a softball field, a practice baseball field, and a dedicated cross-country trail. Athletic Director Hugh Collins characterized the expansion as a […]
Two Fairfield Central seniors forge their own path
December 30, 2025 By
FAIRFIELD CENTRAL – Inside the welding shop at the Fairfield Career & Technology Center, the work is equal parts skill, focus and grit. Sparks fly, face shields drop and students shape molten metal into useful objects. For Fairfield Central High School seniors London Robertson and Trinity Adams, the only girls of about 40 students enrolled […]
Blythewood Middle earns ‘Excellent’ rating on SC Report Card
December 18, 2025 By
BLYTHEWOOD – Blythewood Middle School has earned an “Excellent” rating on the 2025 South Carolina School Report Card, the highest distinction available from the state Department of Education. The rating indicates that the school substantially exceeds state performance standards. According to the report, the distinction reflects strong academic growth and demonstrates that students are on […]
