Strom Thurmond 42, Swansea 7 Wardlaw 38, Richard Winn 22 Williston-Elko 55, Ridge Spring-Monetta 14 Wagener-Salley 32, Fox Creek 0 — Abbeville 21, Saluda 7 South Aiken 20, Lexington 14 McCormick 30, Ware Shoals 24 Dutch Fork 63, Aiken 14
Needed: African Americans with sugar diabetes to participate in a research focus group conducted by Dr.Ida Spruill from the Medical University of South Carolina. The focus group will last 90 minutes and be conducted in your local community. You will receive lunch and compensation. If interested, call 1-866-551-3010. Farmers’ and Artists’ Market: Johnston Farmers’ and […]
COLUMBIA – Everyday South Carolinians enjoy fresh locally grown produce, and the South Carolina Department of Agriculture (SCDA) is continually working to make sure fresh fruit and vegetable food safety is a top priority. In order to help farmers in this effort and to better serve consumers, the SCDA, in a cooperative agreement with the […]
COLUMBIA – Annual county payouts from the South Carolina Forestry Commission have begun. Funds come from revenue generated by forest product sales (timber and pine straw) and recreation/user fees on state forest lands. The money is given to counties for education and, in some cases, is given directly to school districts themselves. The South Carolina Forestry Commission is the only state agency which returns revenue […]
Toxoplasmosis, a one-celled parasite found in many meats, can occur in South Carolina deer, but venison is not the only source of the disease, says a state Department of Natural Resources deer biologist. “Many people concerned about eating venison, or deer meat, have called the department asking about the likelihood of exposure to toxoplasmosis,” said […]
This past weekend’s Edgefield Heritage Jubilee offered many things for viewing and experiencing including Civil War re-enactors. The group gave attendees the opportunity to see a campsite of the Palmetto Riflemen of the Confederate Militia. Oakley Park is a Civil War museum and is a perfect setting for this re-enactment. The gentleman in the blue […]
LEXINGTON — A tiny hitchhiker newly discovered in South Carolina could portend trouble for homeowners who relish the sweet smell of eucalyptus trees. A Clemson University Extension agent in Lexington County has identified the first eucalyptus leaf beetle discovered in South Carolina. “A homeowner brought it into the Lexington Extension office from West Columbia. I […]
The NWTF reports: Due to circumstances beyond our control, the 2012 NWTF Southeast Regional Calling Championship that was to take place Oct. 13 at the Exchange Club Fairgrounds in Augusta, Ga., has been cancelled. We apologize for any inconvenience this may cause. For questions or information about other upcoming calling contests in your area, contact […]
The Edgefield County Voter Registration Office has posted sample ballots for the upcoming General Election to be held November 6th. Click for sample ballots for all Edgefield County precincts.
The Edgefield County Theatre Company will hold auditions for its Christmas production, “Christmas Belles” by Jessie Jones, Nicholas Hope and Jamie Wooten. The show will be presented in December at the theatre, 405 Main Street in Edgefield. The play is directed by Tony Baughman To accommodate interest in “Christmas Belles,” the theatre will hold THREE […]