John W. Varner, 62, of Edgefield, was killed Thursday afternoon around 1:00 in a work related accident at Tides International on Hwy 430 in Edgefield County. According to Edgefield County Coroner Thurmond Burnett, the victim was not driving but rather riding on a forklift when he fell off and was run over by the machine. […]
Aiken Electric Cooperative, a Touchstone Energy Cooperative, celebrated 76years during its annual meeting Saturday, May 17th, 2014. A total of 3,819 member-owners registered and family members enjoyed the many festivities. Three incumbent candidates for the Board of Trustees were re-elected during the Annual Meeting. They were: Theo R. Williams, Trustee District No. 2; Linda S. […]
CLEMSON, S.C. – Ready, set, glow! The annual Clemson University firefly census will launch from 8 to 10 p.m. May 31. The lightning bug count will continue through the summer. “We’ve developed new software that will make it easier for people to participate,” said Alex Chow, a co-founder of the count. The project was launched in […]
It’s End is Definite This Time – By Tiffani Ireland – Treasure Chest, the Society for the Prevention of Cruelty to Animals’ (SPCA) thrift store, is leaving Edgefield. Martha MacDonald, manager of the store, confirmed the store’s closing saying she is “heart broken.” She went on to thank the “wonderful, wonderful customers” that have faithfully […]
Another Scam Attempt The Edgefield County Sheriff’s Office was alerted Monday, May 26, to another attempted scam on an Edgefield County citizen. This attempted fraud was very similar to the one previously reported by The Advertiser (see below). In this latest attempt, a woman was contacted by a caller who identified himself as Albert Williams with […]
These two subjects, black male with yellow striped shirt and blue ball cap and black female, white shirt, yellow purse black and red hair are suspect in fraudulent checks that they are cashing in the CSRA. the checks have the name of, Tides International, on them. if you have any information on these subjects please contact […]
Edgefield United Methodist Church held Open House at their new parsonage on Buncombe Street, Edgefield. The home is placed on property the church bought under the leadership of the late Dr. Ned Nicholson. It was known as “Four Square” by the family selling the property, and now holds a beautiful home, almost fully furnished, ready […]
AgSouth Farm Credit Regional Vice President Matt Riddle of the Batesburg-Leesville location announced today that the Johnston and Ridge Spring Farmers Markets were recipients of a $500 grant awarded by the cooperative. The markets were two of the 41 South Carolina and 22 Georgia community based farmers markets to receive the grants. In all, the […]
COLUMBIA – The Law Enforcement Officers Hall of Fame held induction ceremonies today for nine South Carolina law enforcement officers, representing the State Constabulary and State Law Enforcement Division. The South Carolina Law Enforcement Division, or SLED, is essentially the modern-day evolution of the old State Constabulary. The SC Law Enforcement Officers Hall of Fame is part […]
– By Tiffani Ireland – The Trenton Town Council approved a rental for $500 a month with Norfolk Southern for railroad easement at their monthly meeting, Wednesday, May 14. In a related matter, Council was made aware that the Episcopal Church on the Ridge will be terminating its lease with the town for space they […]