BY KAY CAMPBELL When our trip to Washington, DC, was planned 6 months ago, we had no idea of the history we were about to witness. We knew we’d visit the Capitol, the Library of Congress, all the war memorials and many other historic landmarks. But who knew we would see the Chief Justice of […]
Here and There Movie Night: 5th Annual Downtown Drive-In, sponsored by The Edgefield Community Development Association, Friday, July 13, Movie (“Jaws”) at dark: Movie sponsor, Kristi Poss Atkins of RE/MAX; Checkers Van will offer Burgers, Fries, and Colas. Spaghetti Supper: A spaghetti supper, for Bill and Angie Shepherd, will be held on Saturday, July 14, […]
The hilarious writing style of three North Carolina playwrights who are familiar to local audiences will be back in the spotlight for the Edgefield County Theatre Company’s second season finale. Tickets are on-sale now for “’Til Beth Do Us Part,” to be presented August 10-11-12 and August 17-18-19 at the William Miller Bouknight Theatre, 405 Main […]
The Right Reverend Andrew Waldo, Eighth Bishop of the Episcopal Diocese of Upper South Carolina, made his annual visitation today, June 24, to the Episcopal Church of the Ridge. One new communicant was received into the Episcopal Church as the entire congregation renewed their Baptismal Covenant during service at Trinity Episcopal Church in Edgefield. Bishop […]
On June 22, fourteen youth and seven adults from St. William Catholic Church in Ward visited the Catholic Diocese of Charleston and the Cathedral of St. John the Baptist. During the trip, the group visited with The Most Reverend Robert E. Guglielmone, who is the 13th Bishop of the Catholic Diocese of Charleston. They also […]
By Arlene Traxler The Edgefield Lion’s Club had its monthly meeting on Monday, June 11, 2012, in the Edgefield United Methodist Church Fellowship Hall. Lion members enjoyed a wide variety of food prepared by the members. Lion Vice-President Roger Timpson welcomed members and recognized the guest speaker, Ms. Courtney Hall, ARK Hospice Community Liaison and […]
By Kaeli Wates Red Hill Baptist Church hosted a Vacation Bible School June 11-15 that was full of music, missions, recreation, snacks, bible studies, and fun for all. Amazing Wonders Aviation took the children on a wild ride to show them that God has power over all thinks, God can be trusted no matter what, […]
Farmers’ and Artists’ Market: Johnston Farmers’ and Artists’ Market is held from 4-6 p.m. each Thursday. If interested in being a vendor call 275-4097. Crimes of the Heart: Edgefield County Theater Company will present the final week of the play Crimes of the Heart June 15 & 16 at 405 Main Street, Edgefield at 8 […]
The Finis Horne Arena at Lander University was the setting for the culmination of many dreams for the more than 500 Piedmont Technical College graduates who took center stage. Dr. Ray Brooks, president, welcomed graduates, family and guests to celebrate a milestone in their lives. He compared their educational journey to taking a road trip. […]
Calhoun Street in front of Library/Warehouse Thursdays 4 – 6 P.M. Our first seasonal Thursday market was held last Thursday, June 7th. There were 7 vendors with tomatoes, sweet potatoes, cucumbers, corn, fresh flowers, baked goods (pies cakes, cookies), fresh green boiled peanuts, watermelons, local blueberries (and oh, how delicious!), farm fresh eggs, squash, peaches, kale, red […]