Fox Creek High School seniors have an honor that very few other seniors across the state can share. They have attended an “EXCELLENT” rated high school throughout their high school career. With the statewide release of the school report cards, Fox Creek High School has claimed another EXCELLENT rating, making it four straight years of […]
The Veterans Day observance this year will be hosted by the Edgefield VFW Post 6932 at 3:00 p.m. on November 11th. Veterans are asked to be there 15 minutes earlier to form up in front of the Wells Fargo Bank. In case of rain, the event will be held at the American Legion Hut on […]
Johnston Farmer’s & Artist’s Market every Thursday, from 4 – 6 p.m. in front of the Library/Warehouse on Calhoun Street. Veterans Day Celebration: Johnston Elementary School invites all veterans to participate in our Veteran’s Day Celebration on Friday, Nov. 8. Breakfast will be served at 7:30 a.m. A parade will be held at 8 a.m. followed […]
Every October, Fox Creek High School is awash in pink—pink bracelets, pink t-shirts, even pink hair. This is not the result of some sort of bizarre fashion trend. Rather, it is in honor of Breast Cancer Awareness Month. This year, the senior girls, under the guidance of Mrs. Smith (sponsor of the senior class), are […]
Piedmont Technical College and the University of Phoenix – Columbia announce the signing of an articulation agreement which will provide even more educational opportunities for students. Through the agreement, students at PTC can pursue a variety of degree opportunities at the University of Phoenix – Columbia ground campus, as well as have full access to […]
The Birthday Girls started meeting 38 years ago during the middle 1970s after participating in the Christian Women’s Club in Augusta. They had their annual early Christmas party at the DoubleTree in Augusta on November 4. Four have been Chairman of the Christian Women’s Club: Judy Sechrist, Joyce Barinowski, Gina Bridgers and Wally Russ. Joyce Barinowski of the Merriwether District of Edgefield […]
Republican Women of Edgefield County (RWEC) will be hosting their Annual Membership Drive on November 5th at Edgefield Town Hall. Senator Katrina Shealy will be the featured speaker and refreshments will be served to members and guests. SENATOR KATRINA SHEALY NOVEMBER 5TH 6:30 P.M. EDGEFIELD TOWN HALL **THE PUBLIC IS INVITED TO ATTEND THIS EVENT** […]
Michele Cummings made her stage debut in Sunny Day recently, and remarks about her performance and singing make it apparent that she should continue to express this talent of hers. She is well known for her vocal ability, having done a great deal of Gospel singing (where many fine singers begin).
Merriwether Elementary kindergarten classes enjoyed a visit to a small Pumpkin Patch last week. The PTO at Merriwether provided pumpkins for each student and created a pumpkin patch area at the school for the students to enjoy stories, fall activities, and treats. Teachers and students alike enjoyed this special time!
Trick or Treat: In the Town of Edgefield, Thursday, Oct. 31, from 6-8:30 p.m. The Police Dept. will be on patrol. Please, 12 and under only for costumes and Trick or Treat. 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 […]