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Children Library Ribbon Cutting

The Colleton County Library held its ribbon cutting for the redecorated children’s library on Friday November 22nd. Jimmy McClellan explains the upgrades, “We’re really excited about this new …

Donated Items Delivered to North Carolina

The Edisto Beach Fire Department spearheaded an effort to deliver much-needed items to those parts of North Carolina recovering from the devastating effects of Hurricane Helene. Over 3500 pounds …

Shop with Santa’s Heroes

It is that time of the year again when the Walterboro Police Department begins gearing up for the annual shop with Santa’s Heroes project. As you know this project raises money to provide children …

CCSO plays Santa

The Colleton County Sheriff’s Office is excited to announce our annual Christmas Toy Drive. All collected toys will be distributed to families in Colleton County that have been identified by our …
FEATURES
Jill Burttram

Spotlight - Jill Burttram

This week’s spotlight features Jill Burttram. Mrs. Burttram was born and raised in Walterboro. She attended John C. Calhoun Academy (k/n/a Colleton Preparatory Academy) from Kindergarten through …
Carole Bell

Local Business Highlight - Bell's Seafood

This Month’s Business Spotlight is on Bell’s Seafood. Bell’s Seafood has been is business on Robertson Blvd and is celebrating its 10th Anniversary. Carole Bell started Bell’s Seafood when …
Local News

Thanksgiving Holiday hours at library

The Colleton County Memorial Library, Cottageville Branch Library, and the Edisto Beach Library will be closed, November 28 - December 1 for the Thanksgiving Holiday.   All libraries will resume …

A Record-Breaking Sea Turtle Release for the South Carolina Aquarium

Aquarium Celebrates 43 Sea Turtles Released This Year, Surpassing Previous Record of 39 After nearly 25 years of rescuing, rehabilitating and releasing sick and injured sea turtles, the South …

Edisto River Sweep

The Annual River Sweep was held on September 21. Over 50 bags of debris were collected by volunteers that turned out for the event. Austin Mitchum the Manager of Colleton State Park explains the …

CCSD swears in Colleton County School District Board of Trustees members

In a swearing in event, Colleton County School District welcomed newly elected school board members, Roman Cunningham, Glenn Nixon, Sharon Witkin, and Charles Murdaugh. The swearing in ceremony was …
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Sergeant R. Davis and Mako

Hometown Heroes - Raymond Davis and Mako

The month’s Serve and Protect is on Sergeant Raymond Davis and Mako from the K-9 unit at the Colleton County Sheriff’s Office. Davis is from Charleston County originally attending Garrett …

Daytrippin' - Bair-ly Pulling Tractor Pull

This month’s Day Trippin’ takes us to St. George and the Bair-ly Pulling Tractor Pull. Located on Mount Zion Rd., Manning and Lisa Bair have made the Antique Tractor Pull was one of the most …

Drawdy’s Rental Cabins, Mashawville

Back in my Day - Hotels and Rooming Houses

This month’s Back in My Day takes a look at Hotels and Rooming Houses that populated the landscape in the middle of the 20th century. At that time, the main routes between the Northeast and Florida …

Local Sports

Salk Volleyball once again blew away previous program records

SUMTER, SC: Salk Volleyball once again blew away previous program records winning the Region 10 Conference Quarterfinal match against USC Union. Battling point for point, the Salk Squad kept their …

From the Office of Student Athletics and Communications

As we prepare to begin another season of Colleton County Cougars athletics, we would like to remind everyone of the expectations for attending athletic events within the Colleton County School …

Colleton Stars Softball 10U

Colleton Stars Softball is a community organization established in 2022 that sponsors youth softball activities emphasizing fundamentals, fair play, and sportsmanship. The mission of Colleton Stars …
Obituaries
Cummings, Eliza
Eliza Cummings affectionately known as “Lolly” transitioned from this life to eternal rest on November 11,2024 at her home in Augusta, Ga. She was born April 29,1931 to the late Claudia …
Evans, Tillman
Mr. Tillman Evans, 89, of Walterboro, entered into rest Friday morning, November 22, 2024, at his home surrounded by his loving family. He was born September 14, 1935, in Colleton County, South …
King, James
Mr. James Isadore King, 89, of Cottageville, entered into eternal rest Thursday morning, November 21, 2024, at his residence. Born May 19. 1935, in Savannah, Georgia, he was the son of the late …
Bryant, Joseph
Joseph Andrew “Joe-Joe” Bryant, Jr., 8, of Walterboro, entered into eternal rest on Sunday afternoon, November 17, 2024. Born July 20, 2016, in Saint Louis, Missouri, he was a son of …
Goodwin, Jedith
Master Sergeant Jedith Lee Goodwin, United States Marine Corps, (Ret.), 88, of Yemassee, entered into eternal rest Friday evening, November 15, 2024, at his residence surrounded by his loving …
Education
Clemson breaks ground on Harvey S. Peeler Jr. College of Veterinary Medicine
Clemson University officials and state leaders broke ground Friday, November 22, 2024, on the Harvey S. Peeler Jr. College of Veterinary Medicine, marking a historic moment for Clemson University and …
Lowcountry Connections Academy
When searching for the right educational experience for your child, virtual learning may be an option to consider. Dr. Hunter Jolley, School Leader, spoke with us about the benefits and opportunities …
Checkmate for Colleton Prep Academy
We are so proud of these 9th graders who participated in the SCISA Fall High School Chess Tournament!
Memminger Chiropractic and Koger Mortuary showing kids what they do
Hendersonville Elementary School holds Career Day
Hendersonville Elementary School held its annual career day on Friday, November 15th. Students from Pre-K through 5th Grade saw presentations from local entities. Elizabeth Varn, School Counselor …
L to R:  Back Row:  Assistant Superintendent Dr. Martin Wright, Interim Assistant Superintendent Dr. Cordelia Jenkins, and CCSD Board of Trustee member Daryl Irwin.  Front Row:  CCSD Board of Trustee member Charles Murdaugh, CCSD Board of Trustee Chairperson Sharon Witkin, Monique Smalls from the SC State Superintendent’s Office, CCSD Board of Trustee Member Lynn Stroble, SC State Superintendent Ellen Weaver , CCSD Superintendent Jessica Williams, Mayor Bill Young, and CCSD Board of Trustee Member Craig Stivender
CCSD holds celebration marking substantial improvement
Thursday, November 7, the Colleton County School District celebrated their incredible achievements regarding the State of South Carolina School Report Cards. Superintendent Jessica Williams, was …
LOCAL VOICES
FAITH
Anna Bright
God, a Patient Father!
The dictionary defines “patient” as “able to accept or tolerate delays, problems, or suffering without becoming annoyed or anxious.” Take an inventory of yourself. Are you patient based on …
Zane Brown
He Wants to Take Us Higher
Have you ever wondered why golf balls have all those little dimples? It is simple physics if there is such a thing. Legend suggests that a poor young golfer could not afford new golf balls. So, he …
Faith
Tim Richards
Give Thanks
Have you heard the tragic yet inspirational story of Anthony Ray Hinton? Though innocent, he was convicted of the 1985 murders of John Davidson and Thomas Wayne Vason during armed robberies at the …
Todd Simmons
A Real Relationship with God
You are my God, and I will praise you; you are my God, and I will exalt you. Psalm 118:28 It surprises me when people claim God yet pursue no relationship with Him. They may say they are a …
OPINION
Vicki Brown
Vick's View
In the last few years I have developed serious back issues. I have been to multiple doctors, had multiple procedures, and multiple diagnostic tests. Usually, these visits have gone well. But last …
Letter to the Editor
Every Child Should Know Their History The Mayflower Journey When Mayflower sailed from Plymouth alone on September 16, 1620, with what Bradford called “a prosperous wind”  she carried 102 …
Crime & Safety
Three Men Shot at Walterboro Bowling Alley
Three men were shot, one fatally, during an altercation at the Walterboro Family Bowl on Wichman Street Friday evening November 22. Responders were dispatched to the location on the report of a …
Collision Injures St. George Man
A St. George man was critically injured in a head-on collision on Augusta Hwy. near Mars Old Field Road Monday evening November 18th. His Kia Soul collided with a full-sized Dodge pickup truck, …
Back to School for K9 officers and handlers
Just recently, our incredible K9s and their dedicated handlers embarked on an adventure for their annual recertification training! Partnering with the American Society of Canine Trainers …
Accident on I-95 leads to multiple injuries
A single vehicle MVC sent one adult female to the Trauma Center and two others to Colleton Medical Center early Sunday morning November 24. The southbound car lost control and overturned in the …
Chief Barry McRoy and John Graham
Long serving CCFR volunteer firefighter retires
Colleton County Fire-Rescue’s longest serving volunteer firefighter, John Graham of Station # 7 in Smoaks, has retired. Family and department members held a dinner in his honor Wednesday evening …
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