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 […]
Kim. Beth, and Matt in front of the mural On Friday, Feb. 6, two Pizza Hut owners came from Greenwood, Kim Huckaby and Matt Tucker. They are co-owners with two other people. As they began the rebuilding after the fire that destroyed the earlier building in 2024, their thoughts turned to enhancements for the new […]
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Principal Charidy Goldman & Principal Sara-Beth Brown The Edgefield County School District (ECSD) announces the appointment of experienced school leaders Sara-Beth Brown and Charidy Goldman as principals for the 2026–27 school year. Mrs. Brown will serve as principal of Merriwether Middle School (MMS), and Ms. Goldman will serve as principal of Merriwether Elementary School (MES). […]
Johnston, SC – Five years ago, Janelle Clark-Stevens’s first experience working in the Edgefield County School District (ECSD) came during summer session at Johnston-Edgefield-Trenton (J-E-T) Middle School, and she recalls those few short weeks fondly. Now, they will hold an even broader meaning in the greater story of her continuing career in education. Members of […]
The Strom Thurmond High School Mock Trial team completed a championship three-peat on Saturday, March 14, 2026, at the Richland County Judicial Center with its third consecutive state title, the team’s seventh title within the last decade, and 12th state championship overall. The Rebels now advance to the High School Mock Trial (HSMT) National Finals […]
Saturday, March 21 Ridge Healthcare Foundation will sponsor their third annual Fun Run Saturday, March 21. The 5K/Run Walk will begin and end at 129 Courthouse Square in Edgefield at 10 am. There will be short races for ages 3-7. This is a family friendly event with jump houses, a 360 photo booth, and vendors on the square. Calvin Henderson […]