The Edgefield County Sheriff’s Office has confirmed that the two victims of the fatal fire that occurred Sunday afternoon, Oct. 9, on Marigold Street in Edgefield were murdered. Autopsy results showed that 32 years old Charles Deas and his wife, 25 years old Andrea Deas, residents of the home, each died as a result of […]
Edgefield County Theater Board President Mary Benedetto was thrilled with the crowds and the comments made by those attending the first week of Always …Patsy Cline. She stated, “Crowds were fabulous and everybody has loved it.” One email came to her stating, “Can’t believe the talent and energy. I’m telling all my friends they should […]
Burglary on Flat Rock Road The Edgefield County Sheriff’s Office responded to a burglary call at a home on 29 Flat Rock Road, Friday, Oct. 7, at around 5:00 in the afternoon. According to the ECSO, a resident of the dwelling came home to find the back door of the residence had been forced open. […]
We have an immigration problem in our country and in our state. What should we do to solve it? One of the first things that our politicians want to talk about is whose fault it is. It’s the fault of Democrats in the Senate for passing an Immigration Reform bill, one that just attracts more […]
Last week I started a series titled “The Strangers Among Us.” I provided the online link, because this series is going to build, and it is important you know the foundation. In May, Robert Scott, a regular contributor to The Edgefield Advertiser, who is also a friend and neighbor, did a two-part series titled “Welcoming […]
Local attorney to discuss end of life issues COLUMBIA, S.C. (Oct. 5, 2016)—The SC Bar Pro Bono Program will sponsor a free legal clinic in Edgefield on Thursday, Oct. 13. The topic will be End of Life Issues, including health care power of attorney, living wills, DNR orders, power of attorney, funeral planning and […]
Nora Rita Carroll Rackard, 43, wife of Anthony Kurt Rackard, of Gardner Rd., entered into rest on Friday September 30, 2016 at her residence. The Mass of Christian Burial and Prayer Vigil will be celebrated on Friday October 7, 2016 at 11 AM at St. Edward Catholic Church with Father Cherian Thalakulam, celebrant. Burial will […]
Marion Ronald “Ronnie” Timmerman, 68 of North Augusta, died Sunday October 2, 2016 at University Hospital. Funeral Services will be held Saturday October 8, 2016 at 11 AM at Edgefield United Methodist Church with Pastor Judson King officiating. Burial will be private. Mr. Timmerman was born in Edgefield County and was the son of […]
Mrs. Ellen Rose Hazelton Prince, 73, of Gray St., wife of Ned Prince, died Wednesday October 5, 2016. Graveside Services will be held Sunday October 9, 2016 at 2 P.M. at Sunset Gardens Memorial Cemetery in Edgefield. Mrs. Prince was a native of Edgefield, S.C. and was the daughter of the late John and Winona […]