FAIRFIELD COUNTY – Emanuel “The Madness” March’s Thanksgiving feast was a little light last week. “I’m eating,” he said before the holiday. “I’ll try to get a little bit of everything but I’m going to watch my portions. I don’t want to gain any weight. It’s easy to put on but hard to get off.” […]
Griffins fall short of 2A Upper State Championship
December 4, 2025 By
JOHNSTON – The 2A upper state football championship came down to the final play at The Peach Fields of Strom Thurmond Friday night. Down 15-7, Fairfield Central executed a quick drive in the final 1:16 and scored on Derek Cammon’s one-yard run. The Griffins needed a 2-point conversion to send the game into overtime, but […]
Griffins make statement, set sights on Upper State
November 25, 2025 By
CLINTON – Fairfield Central avenged last season’s Upper State Championship loss at Clinton with a dominating 42-7 win Friday night at Wilder Stadium. Red Devil Football Head Coach Corey Fountain said last week that the Griffins, after their second win this season over Andrew Jackson, would come into Wilder Stadium “with a chip on their […]
Get active with Fairfield Rec
November 20, 2025 By
FAIRFIELD COUNTY – From youth sports to fitness classes, Fairfield County Parks and Recreations is inviting residents of all ages to get active and involved. Youth Activities Only one day remains to register for Youth Basketball ($20) through the recreation department. Leagues are offered for boys and girl from ages 4-12. Ages 4-6 are co-ed, […]
Muller Road dethrones Longleaf
November 20, 2025 By
COLUMBIA – In a gritty, defensive battle, Muller Road Middle School’s football team dethroned a champion on Wednesday, Nov. 5. The Mustangs played four quarters of stifling defense; then one spectacular play helped them claim the Richland Two Middle School Football Championship. Muller Road was locked in a defensive stalemate with Richland Two champion Longleaf […]
Powell, Kelly finish in top 3 of 5A D1 race
November 20, 2025 By
AIKEN – Blythewood senior Jacob Powell took second place Saturday in the boys 5A Division 1 Cross Country run at the Aiken Steeplechase course with a time of 15 minutes, 25.13 seconds. Senior Anna Kelly led all Bengals runners in the girls race, finishing third with a time of 18:34.44. Powell’s time was less than […]
Fairfield Central, Richard Winn, Midlands STEM prep for tip off
November 20, 2025 By
FAIRFIELD COUNTY – Basketball season is just around the corner, and Fairfield County teams are ready. Richard Winn girls will get their first taste of action on Saturday, Nov. 22 against Lewisville at 1 p.m. Both teams will host cross-town foe Midlands STEM Charter School on Monday, Dec. 1. The girls’ game is set for […]
Bengals, Redhawks close out playoffs with losses
November 20, 2025 By
BLYTHEWOOD – Blythewood and Westwood football teams both fell on the road in the 5A playoffs Friday night. The Bengals (4-8), a No.10 seed in the 5A Division 1 upper-state bracket, fell 44-13 at No.2 Dorman. James Veasey passed for 92 yards and a 35-yard touchdown pass to Chance Johnson. Caedmon Watson had a touchdown […]
Bengals ink college commitments
November 20, 2025 By
BLYTHEWOOD – Blythewood High School recognized four members of the Class of 2026 that have announced their intention to continue their athletic careers on the collegiate level. The school held a ceremony to celebrate this accomplishment with family members and teammates. Johnny Collins, son of Shawn and Cindy Collins, has accepted an offer to play […]
Ashley represents WHS in 5A D2 girls race
November 20, 2025 By
AIKEN – In the 5A Division 2 races Saturday at Aiken Steeplechase, Westwood sophomore Rebecca Ashley was the school’s only representative. Ashley finished 56th in the girls race out of 109 runners. Ashley had a time of 21:34.73. Fort Mill won both the girls and boys races. The girls placed all five runners among the […]
