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January 08, 2009
Digital Age puts photo shop out of business
With Internet services and digital technology replacing traditional film processing and printing services, one local photo shop is calling it quits after 23 years in business. American Fast Photo and Imaging, a full-service photo lab and frame boutique at 500 E. Main St., Spartanburg, will close Jan. 15.
January 07, 2009
Smith-Collins
Mr. and Mrs. Garvis Smith Sr. of Hartsville announce the engagement of their daughter, Jennifer Nicole Smith of Hartsville, to Harold Hubert Collins Jr., also of Hartsville. He is the son of Mr. and Mrs. Harold Collins Sr. of Hartsville.
A wedding is planned for Saturday, June 20, 2009, at West Hartsville Baptist Church in Hartsville.
Walden, Sutherlin
Mr. and Mrs. George Walden Jr. of Hartsville announce the engagement of their daughter, Sarah Windham Walden of Greenville, to William Lee Sutherlin Jr. of Greenville. He is the son of Mrs. Sidney Lensward Watson Jr. of Hartsville and William Lee Sutherlin of Freeport, Grand Bahamas.
A wedding is planned for Saturday, April 25, 2009, at Lakeview Baptist Church, Hartsville.
Ponder, Dyar
Mr. and Mrs. Jackie Ponder of Hartsville announce the engagement of their daughter, Heather Dawn, to Sterling Edward Dyar of Inman, son of Mrs. Steve H. Dyar and the late Rev. Dyar.
Black Creek Gallery exhibit opens Thursday night
For January and February, works by Nathan Gulledge, Jennifer Webb, Patz Fowle and Steve Roos will be shown in the Black Creek Arts Center Gallery.
These works are being shown in conjunction with the Every Child Is An Artist Program (ECIAA). “ECIAA is geared toward exposing young people to the presence of art in their environment, while demystifying the art-making process,” said Bruce Douglas, executive director of Black Creek Arts Center.
An opening reception will be held on Thursday, Jan. 8, from 5:30 to 7 p.m.
Three queens crowned for pageant’s 70th anniversary
For the 70th anniversary of the Miss Hartsville Pageant on Saturday night at the Center Theater, the Miss Hartsville Scholarship Pageant committee surprised the audience of nearly 500, with the crowning of two queens,.One will be Miss Hartsville and the other Greater Miss Hartsville.
Kelly Annette Sloan, a 23-year-old Coastal Carolina University graduate, was crowned Miss Hartsville. Joelle Davis Head, a 22-year-old student at the College of Charleston from Gilbert, was crowned Miss Greater Hartsville.
In the Miss Hartsville Teen Pageant, Savannah McAlister, 13, of Hartsville won the coveted title.
Treadway, McDaniel get engaged
Wanda Treadway and Don McDaniel are engaged.
January 05, 2009
Dillon writer publishes “Remembering Dillon County”
Long-time Dillon County author publishes book ...
December 31, 2008
A look back, part II of 2008 in review
July began with the students who had participated in the ArtSummer program hosting their finale to showcase their talents. The first week of July brought about many activities to celebrate Butler Heritage Week, which raises funds to help restore the old Butler High School.
The Little Miss and Teen Miss South Carolina pageants were also held in Hartsville at the Center Theater. Several local queens participating in the Miss South Carolina Pageant distinguished themselves at the state pageant. Miss Hartsville Morgan Dampier and Miss Hartsville Teen Brittany Caldwell both made it in the top ten of their respective pageants. Anna Perry, a former Trinity Collegiate student, was crowned Miss South Carolina.
From Where I Sit
From Where I Sit
Buckler, Gee
Mr. and Mrs. Frank Rawlinson McLeod of Orangeburg announce the engagement of their daughter, Dr. Michelle Ann Buckler of Charlotte, N.C., to Dr. Nicholas Dargan Gee of Columbia. He is the son of Dr. and Mrs. George Dargan Gee of Columbia.
Miss Hartsville, Miss Teen pageants Saturday
The 2009 Miss Hartsville Scholarship Pageant is Saturday, Jan. 3, at 7 p.m. in the Center Theater, and the crowning of a new Miss Hartsville and Miss Hartsville Teen will mark the 70th anniversary of the local pageant.
The theme for this festive occasion is “Rocking the Crown for 70 years.”
A look back, 2008 in review
As we look back at the year 2008, highlights from the first six months of the year in Lifestyles include a visit by Jonathan Green and the Columbia City Ballet, numerous book signings by local authors, The Messenger’s Baby Faces Contest, RenoFest and several local queens crowned.
January started off with the crowning of Miss Hartsville on Jan. 5 at the Center Theater.
Resolve to exercise your mind in 2009
This new year, resolve to exercise your mind daily: Visit the Marion County Library ...
December 30, 2008
Marion County Community News briefs: published Dec. 31
Arts Council celebrates, garden club has a tea, school takes honors and Marion County children need guardians ...
ASK PAT: Leftovers again? Try these recipes ...
Here we are with leftovers again, maybe. Today’s two recipes will focus on turkey and vegetables.
Girl Scout cookie time approaching
The Girl Scout cookie program kicks off Saturday, and old favorites including Thin Mints and Samoas will be available for sweets lovers everywhere, along with some newcomers to the traditional lineup.
Wishing you a happy holidays and a healthy New Year
As another year comes to a close, I would like to take this opportunity to offer a word of thanks to all volunteers, patients, family and friends, whose efforts keep Marion Regional Healthcare System among the top healthcare providers in the region.
December 27, 2008
Woman is driven to help others
Patricia Sullivan Jackson, known as Nana to those who love her, says the work she does to help needy people in the Pee Dee is not about her, but rather about making a difference in the life of someone else.
Donato joins Marion Regional Healthcare System
Eduardo Donato Jr., MD, has joined Marion Medical Group, a division of Marion Regional Healthcare System.
December 26, 2008
Miss LVHS crowned
Earlier this month, 30 young ladies vied for the title of Miss Lake View High School.
December 24, 2008
Letters to Santa
Letters to Santa from our readers
ASK PAT: Cake, stuffing are nice additions to the holidays
Tomorrow is the big day! I hope you are all ready. (I hope I’m ready!) Jan, in Marion, asked for the recipes I’m printing today and they both would be good for a holiday meal.
One is a cake for dessert and the other a veggie/side-dish. May your Christmas dinner be merry and stress-free.
December 21, 2008
Holiday treats are unwelcome temptations for diabetics
Dietician offers healthy eating tips for a healthier lifestyle.
December 19, 2008
ASK PAT: Plan now to make delightful Christmas desserts
Pat begins the planning for a wonderful Christmas dessert.
OBITUATRIES: DEC. 19
OBITUATRIES: DEC. 19
The first gift of Christmas
In the spirit of Christmas giving Our Shepherd Lutheran Church’s 90 plus members have gathered gifts for children in foster homes so their Christmas may be a little brighter.
Men’s Dance Club to host debutante ball
On Saturday, the Darlington Men’s Dance Club will host its debutante ball at the Darlington Country Club. The club has been presenting young ladies and introducing young men to society for at least 50 years, said Tony DiLeo, club treasurer and organizer of the event this year.
December 18, 2008
Library can boast of having free ‘NoveList’
Used along with the library’s online catalog, you can access NoveList from within the library or from home, work or school ...
Georgetown men’s decoys win NC event
The Caines legend continues to grow. Carvers Jerry and Roy Caines brought home five awards from the Core Sound Decoy Festival in Harkers Island, N.C., this month and are turning their attention to the third annual Winyah Bay Heritage Festival scheduled Jan. 17-18.
