BLYTHEWOOD – Blythewood Mayor Sloan Griffin has asked for an attorney general’s opinion as to whether it is permissible to implement a new government structure before his current term ends on November 22, 2027. Blythewood voters passed a referendum on July 29, calling for the town’s form of government to be changed from a mayor-council […]
Home from Istanbul with a message
August 7, 2025 By
On Monday, July 28, County Council Chairman Clarence Gilbert, Economic Development Director Ann Broadwater and myself were given the unique opportunity to deepen and strengthen the growing relationship between our newest Fairfield County industry, MegaMetal, and our county. Flying to their home country of Turkey as their guests, we were exposed to their work culture, […]
Driggers: It’s clear we’ve had events in the Manor that have not been paid for
July 31, 2025 By
BLYTHEWOOD – Following published reports that Richland County Councilman Derrek Pugh hosted a birthday party for his mother-in-law at The Manor without a security deposit and without paying the required $4,500 rate as required by Town policy, town officials informed The Voice that Pugh also has another family event scheduled for Friday Aug. 1, and […]
County officials visit Mega Metal HQ in Istanbul
July 31, 2025 By
WINNSBORO – In an effort to build on the new relationship between Fairfield County and its newest industry, Mega Metal, a Fairfield contingency has been invited to visit the headquarters of Mega Metal in Istanbul, Turkey. Last May, Mega Metal opened its first South Carolina manufacturing facility in Fairfield County, where the company will be […]
FCSD Superintendent takes medical leave
July 31, 2025 By
Swilley Named Acting Superintendent FAIRFIELD COUNTY – Superintendent Alvin Pressley has informed the Fairfield County School Board of his need to take medical leave. During its meeting on July 22, the Board voted to appoint Dr. Tracie Swilley as Acting Superintendent of the District during Pressley’s absence. “It is our hope that Mr. Pressley will […]
Blythewood couple brings event venue and gym to town
July 31, 2025 By
BLYTHEWOOD – A Blythewood couple, Kimberly and John Fields, opened his and hers storefronts last month at Blythewood’s newest retail building located at 11031 Wilson Boulevard. Kimberly operates Fit Event Showroom and Rentals, and John operates FIT 365, a fitness lounge next door. “We call this the fit complex,” Kim said with a smile. “You […]
Blythewood voters said “YES” to call for change of form of government
July 29, 2025 By
BLYTHEWOOD – With a turnout of 700 voters, the answer to what kind of government Blythewood residents will have going forward is settled. In a vote of 381 – 319, with 50 early votes and two provisional votes, electors chose to change Blythewood’s form of government from a mayor-council form of government to a council-manager […]
Town investigating comping for Doko Manor events
July 24, 2025 By
BLYTHEWOOD – After a story was published in the July 17 edition of The Voice regarding the comping (partially or completely) of events scheduled at the Manor, an investigation is unfolding in town hall as Blythewood town officials try to determine who is authorizing certain events at the Manor to be comped, which events are […]
Fairfield clinics to close Aug 22
July 24, 2025 By
WINNSBORO – Two clinics in Fairfield County are scheduled to close this summer. The John Spratt Primary Care Center in Ridgeway and the Lake Monticello Family Practice in Jenkinsville will close effective Friday, Aug. 22, according to Dr. Jaeson Fournier, president and CEO of the non-profit Cooperative Health Care, one of the larger health care […]
Fairfield Chamber gives annual awards to best of its best
July 24, 2025 By
WINNSBORO – The Fairfield County Chamber of Commerce celebrated its 80th anniversary with a Gala on July 16, presenting awards to the best of its best. With 164 in attendance, Chamber President Dillon Pullen welcomed members and friends to the dinner/dance at The Barn at South Winns that featured music by Sherri Caffaro and catering […]
