Joe B. Raines Jr., 87 husband of Linda Langley Raines of Edgefield, SC entered into rest on August 8, 2025. Joe was born in Augusta, Ga as the son of the late Aileen and Joseph B. Raines Sr. He was a proud graduate of Johnston High School Class of 1955 and a member of Providence […]
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 […]
By Scott Cooper All writers in Op Ed are here to inform and acknowledge issues of importance to our communities, however these writings represent the views and opinions of the authors and not necessarily of The Advertiser. One of the key phrases used when discussing real estate is: “Location, location, location!” Stated another way, not […]
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 […]
Merriwether Elem. assistant principal Colby Strickland (L) and principal Sara-Beth Brown greet a student at the back to school festival Higher Enrollment for 2025-26 School Year Courtesy of ECSD Public Information The first day of the 2025-26 school year in the Edgefield County School District (ECSD) opened on Wednesday, July 23, 2025, to plenty of […]
Lynn Hadden passed away peacefully Wednesday, August 6, 2025, surrounded by her loved ones. Lynn was born July 21, 1953 in Augusta, GA. She resided in Edgefield County on Woodlawn Road her entire life. Lynn retired from North Augusta Department of Public Safety after 29 years of service in the records department and dispatch. She was co-owner […]
Brenda Jo Clark, 79 of Johnston, SC entered into rest on July 17, 2025.Brenda was born in Columbia, SC as the daughter of the late Winnie Mae and JoeCark. Brenda attended Winthrop College, graduating with a bachelor’s degree,continuing her education at Clemson University where she earned her master’s degree.Clemson always stayed a part of her […]