2025-26 ECSD Teachers of the Year Johnston, SC – The Edgefield County School District (ECSD) proudly honored some of its brightest stars during the school district’s annual “Morning for Stars” breakfast celebration held on Friday, September 12, 2025, at Pine Ridge Golf Club. During the event, the school district recognized its school-level Teachers of the […]
COLUMBIA, S.C. — The South Carolina Department of Public Health (DPH) has confirmed a case of measles in an Upstate resident. This is the third confirmed case of measles reported in South Carolina since July 2025. The person is unvaccinated and did not have immunity from a previous measles infection. They do not have a specific, known exposure […]
Through the nonprofit organization, Winston Rhea in New Orleans, Lander alumnus Daniel Harris is giving hope and academic opportunities to young adults aging out of foster care. Contributed Photo. GREENWOOD, S.C.—When young people leave the foster care system, their future success can be in jeopardy – one in four will end up homeless within six […]
Press Release Do you want some good reading material for the coming fall and winter months or are youlooking to learn more about local history? If so, then make plans to attend the Southern AuthorsExpo! The “Southern Authors Expo” will be held on Saturday, September 13th, 2025, from 10:00 a.m. to 4:00 p. m., at […]
The latest SC READY assessment data available shows a clear pattern of improvement for the Edgefield County School District, with students demonstrating impressive growth in both English Language Arts (ELA) and Math. Johnston, SC – The Edgefield County School District (ECSD) is recognized as a statewide leader in student growth in math and shows tremendous […]
STCTC teacher Jessica Sharp-Miner shows her nine-year-old Ball Python, named Pazuzu, to students at Merriwether Middle School (MMS) who are taking the new “Exploration of Veterinary Science and Animal Care” class The newest faculty member of the Strom Thurmond Career & Technology Center (STCTC) is barely threemonths old and only just arrived on campus from Florida […]
GREENWOOD, S.C.—Lander University’s Jackson Lecture Series will host an event featuring celebrated historical actors from American Historical Theatre in honor of Constitution Day. The performance will take place on Wednesday, September 17 at 6 p.m. in the Abney Cultural Center Auditorium. The event is free and open to the public. Steven Edenbo (portraying Thomas Jefferson) […]
SCDNR officers want to do everything possible to make sure boaters have a fun yet safe Labor Day holiday. Courtesy boating inspections will be offered at public boat landings around the state on Saturday, Sunday and Monday mornings. (SCDNR photo) In an effort to keep people and waterways safe during the Labor Day weekend, the […]
License Holders- The South Carolina Department of Natural Resources (SCDNR) Law Enforcement Division has partnered with the Hunt Regs App to offer a free and effective way for citizens to report illegal hunting, fishing, and boating activities across the state.The app directly connects users to the Operation Game Thief Program, alerting local game wardens and […]
FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE: AUGUST 8, 2025COLUMBIA, S.C. – The South Carolina Department of Natural Resources (SCDNR) is seeking public input on the Draft 2025 South Carolina State Wildlife Action Plan (SWAP). The document is available for public review and comment through September 8, 2025. The SWAP serves as a blueprint for conserving South Carolina’s native wildlife and the habitats on […]
