The distinction of Junior Marshal is awarded to the top four students in the junior class based on academic achievement. This honor recognizes their dedication, strong work ethic, and commitment to excellence in the classroom. In addition to their academic accomplishments, Junior Marshals play an important role in commencement exercises. They assist with graduation ceremonies, […]
Joe DevoreDALLAS- Joseph (Joe) Allen DeVore, 59, passed away unexpectedly but peacefully, inDallas, Texas, on April 5, 2026. Joe was raised in Edgefield, SC, the son of the late JamesWalker DeVore, Ill, and Mary LouiseWash-DeVore, Joe was raised in the historic town of Edgefield, SC.Joe directed his energy into his academic studies, sports, and joyfully […]
EDGEFIELD – Mrs. Karen Rose Cockrell, age 74, passed away peacefully surroundedby her loving family.Born on April 22, 1952, in Edgefield County, Karen was the beloved daughter of thelate Randolph and Gladys Turner.Karen was the devoted wife of Jacky Cockrell. She was a loving mother to DianeQuattlebaum of Aiken, Teresa (Lee) Easler of Aiken, Jamey […]
C. Lavern GloverJohnston, SC Laverne GloverJOHNSTON – Carlton LaVern Glover, son of the late Carlton Griffin (C.G.) and EloiseDaughtry Glover, entered into rest on April 25, 2026, after a brief hospital stay. He isnow reunited with his beloved wife of 59 years, Annette Ouzts Glover.LaVern attended the Toledo Meat Cutting School in Toledo, Ohio and […]
Surrounded by fellow area educators and public service professionals from across the Central Savannah River Area (CSRA), Edgefield County School District (ECSD) Teacher of the Year and Merriwether Middle School Librarian Kristen Taylor was honored by Masters Tournament representatives during the organization’s annual “Hometown Heroes” reception, hosted by The Hub for Community Innovation on Tuesday, […]
The word “opportunity” took on a completely new meaning for Johnston-Edgefield-Trenton (J-E-T) Middle School eighth-grade student Maddison Young during the school’s annual black history program held on Tuesday, February 24, 2026, and featuring noted public speaker, comedian, and student motivator Alton Walker. His message to students? Focus on taking advantage of opportunities in life because […]
Greg Anderson announced today that he will not seek re-election for the position of probate judge in the next general election which will be held in November of this year. Anderson has served as probate judge for Edgefield County for the past nine and a half years. He was first appointed to the position by […]
L to R VFW Comrade members, Calvin Felder, John H. Knight, Bennie Culbreath, commander Talbert, Navon Settles and Jimmy L. Bates. Veterans of Foreign Wars (VFW) Commander Dwight Talbert presented awards to Comrades and Auxiliary members for going over and beyond for the 24-25 year. They are the only unit in the county and members […]
