Recent Events at BPLA

Recent Events at BPLA

Pictured are a group of veterans who attended the Veterans Appreciation Day breakfast at BPLA.   ​Bettis Preparatory Leadership Academy recently held a First Responders Day and a Veterans Appreciation Day.  During the First Responders event, held Oct. 21, responders from multiple agencies including the Edgefield County Sheriff’s Office, Edgefield County EMS, and County Line Fire Department met with […]

The START of Christmas Events — Edgefield’s Christmas Tree Lighting

The START of Christmas Events — Edgefield’s Christmas Tree Lighting

Edgefield Town announces the traditional Christmas Tree Lighting on the Square, to be held on November 25, 2022. It will be hosted by Edgefield First Baptist Church with music and singing offered by the EFBC Children’s Choir. Always a well-attended event, the community is invited to gather on the Square towards dusk,  enjoying cookies and […]

Edgefield’s Newest Little Free Library, on Columbia Rd.

Edgefield’s Newest Little Free Library, on Columbia Rd.

The Friends of the Edgefield County Library have placed a Little Free Library at the Columbia Road Playground in town.  Little Free Library is a nonprofit organization based in St. Paul, Minnesota. Their mission is to be a catalyst for building community, inspiring readers, and expanding book access for all through a global network of […]

“2000 Pink Ribbons” – Alpha Kappa Alpha Sorority, Incorporated® Kappa Upsilon Omega Chapter showcase Breast Cancer Awareness during the month of October

“2000 Pink Ribbons” – Alpha Kappa Alpha Sorority, Incorporated® Kappa Upsilon Omega Chapter showcase Breast Cancer Awareness during the month of October

Alpha Kappa Alpha Sorority, Incorporated® reigns supreme in its mission of “Service to All Mankind.”  Given the engagement of more than 1,046 chapters across an international landscape, we have an ongoing history and reputation for making a global impact through local change.  We will celebrate excellence, promote a focus on service, and stimulate effective culture and […]

NSDAR, WIU, and Library Hosted Literacy Event

NSDAR, WIU, and Library Hosted Literacy Event

Children were treated to books and storytime. ​The National Society of the Daughters of the American Revolution, Women in Unity, and the Edgefield County Library hosted a National Family Literacy Celebration, Thursday, Nov. 3, 2022 at the Edgefield County Library.  An event for all ages, there was something for everyone at the celebration.  Gift baskets were […]

A Card Game on the Southside

A Card Game on the Southside

Light chatter, ripples of laughter and five ladies playing cards kept the southside of Edgefield Square alive on Friday afternoon.  They are an Aiken card group enjoying beautiful weather and the tables and chairs that the Town so graciously provided for visitors and homefolk. It is hoped that many others will find their way to […]

OEDGS November Meeting

OEDGS November Meeting

​The public is cordially invited to the Old Edgefield District Genealogical Society meeting on Sunday, November 13th, at 3:00 p. m., in the Edgefield County Council Chambers, 225 Jeter Street, Edgefield, SC. The guest speaker will be Mr. Tom Poland, who is the author of over twelve books and more than 1,200 magazine features and columns. A Southern […]

Why Did I Lose My Hair After Having COVID-19?

Why Did I Lose My Hair After Having COVID-19?

Dr. Dwella Moton Nelson By Dr. Dwella Moton Nelson, native of Edgefield and Assistant Professor of Johns Hopkins School of Medicine Hair loss is an extremely common experience that is reported by many people who have been infected with the COVID-19 virus. There are several published scientific articles that explain how COVID-19 affects the body.(1)  We know that COVID-19 is shed through […]

Edgefield County Legislative Delegation Meets Nov. 9

Edgefield County Legislative Delegation Meets Nov. 9

The Edgefield County legislative Delegation will be meeting on Wednesday, November 9, 2022, at 6:00 p.m. in the Edgefield County Council Chambers located at 225 Jeter Street, in Edgefield. The meeting is open to the public.

Edgefield County Healthcare Celebrates 50 Years of Service

Edgefield County Healthcare Celebrates 50 Years of Service

Self Regional Healthcare CEO Dr. Matthew Logan, was on hand for the Edgefield County Hospital’s 50th, now known as Edgefield County Healthcare as an affiliate of Self Regional Healthcare of Greenwood.  Joining him in the photo (center,above) is Edgefield’s CEO Carlos Milanes who welcomed dignitaries, staff, volunteers and guests from the podium under a large tent just outside the ECH on the breezeway […]

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