Proper Disposal of Deer Remains is a Rule of Good Hunter Ethics

Proper Disposal of Deer Remains is a Rule of Good Hunter Ethics

Disposal of deer remains may not be the highlight of a hunting trip, but the state’s Deer Program coordinator says it’s an important aspect of hunting, particularly in maintaining the hunter’s image. “Hunters should realize that improperly disposing of deer remains presents a negative public image,” said Charles Ruth, Deer/Turkey Project supervisor for the S.C. […]

Have No Fear, Government is Here!

OPINION: By G. Miller Thompson – Cue the music from you favorite superhero movie.  It’s a bird; it’s a plane; its….the government?  There is a superhero story you will not be seeing in theaters anytime soon.  I will not go so far as to say that government is actually the villain, but those 800,000 federal […]

Here and There – 10-10-13

Here and There – 10-10-13

Johnston Farmer’s & Artist’s Market every Thursday, from 4 – 6 p.m. in front of the Library/Warehouse on Calhoun Street. Edgefield Farmers Arts and Crafts Market:  On the Town Square every Sat. 9:00 a.m.-1:00.For more info call Carolyn Piekielniak @ 637-6861 or 803-507-0278. St. Mary’s Annual Day of Prayer and Song: St. Mary’s Catholic Church will […]

Leroy Carver Parker, Jr.

EDGEFIELD, S.C. – Mr. Leroy Carver Parker, Jr., 80, Husband of Elaine Yonce Parker, entered into eternal rest Monday October 7, 2013. Funeral Services will be held Thursday October 10, 2013 at 3 P.M. at Edgefield United Methodist Church with burial in Sunset Gardens Memorial Park in Edgefield. Mr. Parker was born December 10, 1932 […]

What Ever Happened to the Sam Browne Belt?

OPINION: – By E. Mims Mobley, M.D. – Photographers have furnished us with images that record history pictorially since Mathew Brady‘s work during our American Civil War. They have also given us photographic vignettes of daily life here and around the world. Norman Rockwell vividly captured Americana with oils on canvas. One of my Rockwell […]

The Seawrights, Pleased with the Festival

The Seawrights, Pleased with the Festival

“A Success: It Works Better Downtown” Wanda and Sonny Seawright did well in their job of directing the 12th Annual Heritage Jubilee which happened on the square in Edgefield on Saturday. They have a history with festivals in Edgefield. Years ago, it started as the Halloween Festival on the square.  They became affiliated with it […]

College Student Medlock Speaks to Class

College Student Medlock Speaks to Class

Andrew Medlock, Wardlaw class of 2012, spoke to the 9th grade recently about the rigors of college life. Andrew is a sophomore at USC, majoring in athletic training. Andrew is currently working with the football team and will also be working with the women’s basketball team this semester.  

The Purple Fence Hosts Mike Frost & Lauren Meccia

The Purple Fence Hosts Mike Frost & Lauren Meccia

The Purple Fence at 102 Courthouse Square, Edgefield, is fast becoming a mecca for musical entertainment, events, local art and exceptional floral design.  Stepping into the spacious store, created by visionary and artist Pamela Urban-Moore, is entering a landscape of creative inspiration. Described by Pamela as a center for artistic expression and experiment, it is […]

Downtown Drive-In Movie Showing “Dr. Dolittle”

Downtown Drive-In Movie Showing “Dr. Dolittle”

On the Edgefield Square – Saturday, October 12 The Edgefield Community Development Association along with the special sponsor, Dr. Bagshaw and staff from Edgefield Veterinary Clinic, invites everyone to the Downtown Drive-in movie night on the Square in historic Edgefield on Saturday, October 12, 2013, as part of the Fall Harvest Festival celebration. ECDA members […]

The Many “Lives” of Sam Crouch

The Many “Lives” of Sam Crouch

Pictured in repose after being shot in a shoot-out re-enactment for the Southern Studies event in late September, Sam Crouch lies waiting for his next cue.  He is seen in many places, among them the Edgefield County Theatre Company Productions. In the musical coming up, Sunny Day by Leonard Todd, which opens at the William […]