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Edgefield County Community Night at Lake Olmstead Stadium
By Tim Crane
web posted May 18, 2013
AUGUSTA – Thursday night, May 16th, was Edgefield County Community Night at Lake Olmstead Stadium, home of the Augusta Greenjackets. Johnston Mayor Andy Livingston threw out the first pitch to kickoff the event.  Although the radar gun wasn't turned on, Mayor Livingston awed the crowed with what appeared to be about a 90mph fast ball down the middle!
Edgefield Daily

Edgefield Farmers Market Today 9 am - 1 pm on Town Square
web posted May 18, 2013
EDGEFIELD – The Edgefield Town Square will be bustling with activity Saturday morning with a multitude on vendors selling their wares or goods. Among the items offered by vendors include home made bread, pastry items, flowers and plants, local grown vegetables, boiled peanuts, Sportsman's BBQ and an assortment of other vendors. The market will be open from 9 am until 1 pm Saturday. Start your day by supporting local vendors.

3rd Annual 9-1-1 Edgefield County Emergency Responder Recognition Service
web posted May 18, 2013
JOHNSTON – If you are an emergency responder in Edgefield County, there will be a 9-1-1 Emergency Responder Recognition Service at Providence Baptist Church 1701 Highway 191~ Johnston, SC on Sunday, May 19, 2013 at 11:00 a.m. honoring these employees and their families.  Please wear your uniform as you will be seated with your department. A BBQ dinner will be served immediately following the service. Senator Shane Massey will be the speaker.

Juveniles Making Prank 911 Calls Cause Massive Search
web posted May 17, 2013
COUNTY – Edgefield County Dispatchers received a 911 call on Thursday afternoon reporting that their bus driver was passed out and the bus was located in the woods. Edgefield County Sheriff's Deputies, the Edgefield County School District, and School Resource Officers quickly trying to locate ever bus on the roads in an effort to located the missing bus full of children around 2:30 pm, meaning the children on the bus would be very young.
Edgefield Daily

Edgefield Drive-In Movie Night on the Square to Feature "Pay if Forward" This Saturday
web posted May 17, 2013
EDGEFIELD – The Edgefield Community Development Association along with the Episcopal Church of the Ridge and Christy Pillars, Pillars of Light Yoga invite everyone to the 6th Annual Downtown Drive-in & "Canned" Film Festival FREE Family Movie Night on the Square in historic Edgefield. The movie "Pay It Forward" will show at dark.
Edgefield Daily

This Week's Fair Price Food Center Specials
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web posted May 17, 2013
EDGEFIELD – Check out the specials offered by Fair Price Food Center for this week including Whole Bone-in Boston Butts for just $1.29 a pound, Family Pack Angus Ribeye Steak just $6.99 a pound, Sweet Vidalia Onions for $0.79 a pound, and 3 pound bag of Russet Potatoes for $1.19 - plus many more in store savings store-wide.
Edgefield Daily

Daily Booking Report
web posted May 16, 2013
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Second Suspect in Riverwalk Beating Captured
web posted May 16, 2013
AUGUSTA – The second suspect in the brutal beating of Wesley Spires and Ashley Solesbee is in custody. Kevin Devonte Richardson has turned himself in to authorities at the Elkhart County Sheriff’s Office in Elkhart, Indiana, the Richmond County Sheriff's Office said in a release. His identity was confirmed by fingerprints. It is unknown when he will be returned to Augusta to face charges.
Edgefield Daily

Packing Shed Burglarized for Second Time in a Week
web posted May 16, 2013
JOHNSTON – The South C Packing Shed on Highway 121 near Johnston has been targeted again by possible metal thieves. The owner called to report finding the building broken into on Wednesday morning. A similar report was filed last week.
Edgefield Daily

Strom Thurmond High School competes in national Mock Trial competition
web posted May 16, 2013
COUNTY – The Strom Thurmond High School Mock Trial team represented South Carolina in the National Mock Trial competition May 9-11 in Indiana. The team’s student attorney, Kaitlyn Pugh, was one of 10 students named “Most Effective Attorney” during the competition. Strom Thurmond placed third in the S.C. Bar High School Mock Trial State Competition in March.
Edgefield Daily

House Committee Approves Legislation to Approve Transboundary Hydrocarbons Agreement with Mexico
web posted May 16, 2013
WASHINGTON, D.C. – Wednesday, the House Natural Resources Committee approved H.R. 1613, the “Outer Continental Shelf Transboundary Hydrocarbon Agreements Authorization Act” with a bipartisan vote of 25-16.  This important legislation would approve and implement the terms of the U.S. - Mexico Transboundary Hydrocarbons Agreement that governs the development of shared oil and natural gas resources along the U.S. – Mexico maritime border in the Gulf of Mexico.
Edgefield Daily

Found Puppy - Hwy 191
web posted May 15, 2013
JOHNSTON – Puppy (about 9 weeks old) found running down Hwy 191 on 5/4/13 in pouring rain.  May have been abandoned. Needs a good home, with fenced yard.  Preferably, a home with other dog(s). I can't keep him; I have 4 rescued dogs. Please call 803-480-2800 to come see him.

Daily Booking Report
web posted May 16, 2013
Edgefield Daily

County Budget Cuts Loom if State Senate Cuts Local Funding
web posted May 15, 2013
COUNTY – The State Budget is now in the hands for the South Carolina Senate, who through committee, has cut $20 million from the proposed Local Government Fund (LGF), otherwise known as Aid to Subdivisions. By state law, the state must provide counties with funding to offset unfunded mandates by the state to provide state agencies with offices and upkeep. If the cut in the budget remains, it could mean drastic measures by the Edgefield County Council to offset the loss of funding before finalizing the county budget.
Edgefield Daily

Pit Bulls Attack, Kill Neighbor's Dog
web posted May 15, 2013
TRENTON – Edgefield County Sheriff's Deputies were called to a home on Courtney Road Tuesday morning with a report that two pit bulls on the loose had attacked and killed a third dog. When the first deputy arrived he spotted the two pit bulls still hovering over the dead dog, said to be a collie mix breed.
Edgefield Daily

Burglary Reported on Dock Drive
web posted May 15, 2013
MERRIWETHER – A Dock Drive man called the Edgefield County Sheriff's Office Monday afternoon after discovering someone had entered his home and took several items including a credit card. The theft is believed to have taken place between 6 am and 1:15 pm Monday.
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NOTICE OF A PUBLIC HEARING PRIOR TO FINAL ACTION BY THE COUNTY COUNCIL OF EDGEFIELD COUNTY TO ENTER INTO AN ORDINANCE
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web posted May 15, 2013
EDGEFIELD – Notice is hereby given by the County Council of Edgefield County (the “County Council”) that a public hearing for the below-referenced Ordinances will be held at the Council Chambers of the County Council, 225 Jeter Street, Edgefield, SC 29824, at 6:00 p.m. on June 4, 2013 in conjunction with a regularly scheduled meeting of the County Council. 
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Religion: Summer Loving
By Pastor Phillip Howle
web reposted May 15, 2013
RELIGION – “Summer loving have a blast, summer loving happened so fast.” Now, you can blame me for getting this song stuck in your head all day, but as I was humming this tune the other day a thought came to me about how much people love summer. I am more of a spring and fall guy, my propensity to sweat, aversion to mosquitoes, and skin that abhors the uv rays does not make this time of year my favorite season. But for many, all year is spent looking forward to summer. And with good reason, school is out, the lake is close by, time off from work, frequent gatherings with friends and family, almost perfect right? Sure. All expect one other little thing that corresponds to summer, skipping church.
Edgefield Daily

This Week's Fair Price Food Center Specials
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web posted May 15, 2013
EDGEFIELD – Check out the specials offered by Fair Price Food Center for this week including Whole Bone-in Boston Butts for just $1.29 a pound, Family Pack Angus Ribeye Steak just $6.99 a pound, Sweet Vidalia Onions for $0.79 a pound, and 3 pound bag of Russet Potatoes for $1.19 - plus many more in store savings store-wide.
Edgefield Daily

Lost Dog - Merriwether
web posted May 15, 2013
MERRIWETHER – Lost Dog: A 9 year old, male, white American Bulldog wearing a red collar went missing on Monday, May 13th from 97 Thurmond Road, Clarks Hill, SC (Off Woodlawn Road, Near Sportsman's Corner). He answers to Samford or Sam and is very friendly. REWARD IF FOUND!!! Please contact Julie at 803.279.9560 or 706.339.4139. Click on photo for larger view.

Low Country Boil at Park Row Thursday Evening
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web posted May 15, 2013
EDGEFIELD – Park Row Market No. 1 will be featuring a Low Country Boil this Thursday night. Be sure to click on their banner above for other daily specials.

Daily Booking Report
web posted May 15, 2013
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Police Raid Party at Kendall Mill
web posted May 14, 2013
EDGEFIELD – Due to an ongoing problem with people renting out the Kendall Mill for so-called private parties and crimes being reported including an assault and a shooting incident recently, Edgefield Police with the aid of Sheriff's Deputies and Johnston Police executed a search warrant on a party early Sunday morning. Seized was nearly $2000 in cash and several bottles of liquor and mixers.
Edgefield Daily

Controversial Obama Pastor to Speak at Aiken Church
web posted May 14, 2013
AIKEN – President Obama's controversial 20-year pastor Rev. Jeremiah Wright Jr. will be speaking at the Second Baptist Church of Aiken, according to a press release issued Monday. "Nationally renowned speaker and Pastor Emeritus of The Trinity United Church of Christ, Reverend Jeremiah Wright will be the guest speaker for a three day revival at Second Baptist Church of Aiken, Monday, May 13 through Wednesday, May 16 beginning at 7 pm nightly," the release stated.
Edgefield Daily

Stolen 4-Wheeler Recovered in Aiken County
web posted May 14, 2013
JOHNSTON – A Holmes Pond Road man in Johnston called the Edgefield County Sheriff's Office Saturday evening to report that upon returning home after a day of cutting grass his red 2008 Artic Cat was missing from underneath a shed at his home. The man said the 4-wheeler was still there when he left around 10 am Saturday morning.
Edgefield Daily

Thurmond Student Charged in Fire Alarm Incident
web posted May 14, 2013
JOHNSTON – A Strom Thurmond High School student was arrested Friday following an investigation of a Fire Alarm being activated last Wednesday afternoon that caused the school to evacuate the buildings. Dominick S. Lomax, 17, was arrested and charged with disturbing school for allegedly setting off the alarm on purpose just before classes were set to end for the day.
Edgefield Daily

Fishing Rodeo Draws Hundreds Saturday
web posted May 13, 2013
COUNTY – The 17th Annual Jimmy Shay Memorial Youth Fishing Rodeo was held Saturday at Lick Fork Lake Recreation Area with a multitude of children and parents lining the lake in perfect weather conditions, lightly overcast, cool and a gentle breeze to catch fish during the morning hours. All participants were then provided a free lunch cooked by the Merriwether Fire Department volunteers. "I think it turned out to be a great day," Johnston Police Chief Chris Aston said.
Edgefield Daily

Opinion: Is Richmond County Going Light on Riverwalk Thugs?
A Column by the Editor
web posted May 13, 2013
COLUMN – A suspect in the brutal beating of Wesley Spires and Ashley Solesbee on the Riverwalk behind Port Royal has been apprehended. Robey Moses is in custody in Newberry and is said to be talking to Richmond County Investigators. Kevin Richardson remains at large. However, it is the announced charges that are drawing the most criticism from readers and conversations of the street around Edgefield County.
Edgefield Daily

Second Suspect Captured in Spires Beating
web posted May 10, 2013
AUGUSTA – According to the Jail Report, a suspect in the brutal beating of Wesley Spires and Ashley Solesbee on the Riverwalk behind Port Royal last week has been apprehended. Robey Moses is in custody in Newberry and is being interviewed in reference to the week-old assault on Riverwalk as well as other possible crimes in the Augusta area. A third suspect is also in custody, the Jail Report says.
Edgefield Daily

17th annual Jimmy Shay Memorial Fishing Rodeo Today
web posted May 11, 2013
COUNTY – The 17th Annual Jimmy Shay Memorial Youth Fishing Rodeo will be held Saturday, May 11, 2012, at Lick Fork Lake Recreation Area from 9:00 a.m. until 1:00 p.m. The rodeo theme is “Get Hooked On Fishing Not On Drugs”. Children 12 years and under will be allowed to fish with bait and tackle furnished. Lunch will be served at no cost to children and their families.
Edgefield Daily

IRS Apologizes for Targeting Tea Party groups
web posted May 11, 2013
WASHINGTON DC – The Internal Revenue Service apologized Friday for what it acknowledged was "inappropriate" targeting of conservative political groups during the 2012 election to see if they were violating their tax-exempt status. IRS agents singled out dozens of organizations for additional reviews because they included the words "tea party" or "patriot" in their exemption applications, said Lois Lerner, who heads the IRS division that oversees tax-exempt groups.
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FOUND: American Bulldog
web posted May 11, 2013
MERRIWETHER – Large intact male American Bulldog, white and brown, with a black and green collar.  Very sweet. Showed up on Springhaven Dr. Saturday May 4th and was turned over to Animal Control on 5/9/13. You can contact the Edgefield County Sheriff's Office at 803-278-1625 or 803-637-5337, or the Aiken County Animal Shelter at 803-642-1537, who has custody of the dog.

Daily Booking Report
web posted May 11, 2013
Edgefield Daily

Shake Up at Fox Creek
web posted May 10, 2013
MERRIWETHER – There is a major shakeup at Fox Creek Charter High School surrounding long term principal Dr. Tim Murph and the School Board. Fox Creek does not operate under the umbrella of the Edgefield County School District and elects its own board of directors. Dr. Murph, Edgefield Daily has confirmed, is on leave at this time.
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Suspect in Spires Beating Identified
web posted May 10, 2013
AUGUSTA – Richmond County Investigators have identified Kevin D Richardson (no known address)  as one of the suspects in the May 3rd beating and robbery of Wesley Spires and Ashley Solesbee on the Riverwalk behind Port Royal. Richardson’s whereabouts are currently unknown and the Sheriff’s Office is seeking the public’s assistance in locating him. 
Edgefield Daily

School District Names Teachers, Support Staff of the Year
web posted May 10, 2013
COUNTY – Every year each school in the Edgefield County School District selects a “Teacher of the Year” as well as a “Support Staff Person of the Year”. The selections have been made for this year and the winners have been released
Edgefield Daily

This Week's Fair Price Food Center Specials
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web reposted May 10, 2013
EDGEFIELD – Check out the specials offered by Fair Price Food Center for this week including Whole Sirloin Tip Roasts for just $2.89 a pound (sliced free), Bone-in Shank Portion Smoked Hams just $.99 a pound, Red Ripe Seedless Watermelons for $5.99, and Banquet Fruit or Pot Pies 4 for $3 - plus many more in store savings store-wide.
Edgefield Daily

JET's Joseph Friar named S.C. Bar Law Related Education Middle School Teacher of the Year
web posted May 10, 2013
COLUMBIA –  Johnston Edgefield Trenton ( JET) Middle School teacher Joseph Friar has been named the 2013 Middle School Teacher of the Year by the S.C. Bar Law Related Education (LRE) Division. The award will be presented to Mr. Friar at his school’s annual awards day on June 3.
Edgefield Daily

Flowers By Janet Mother's Day Special $19.99
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web reposted May 6, 2013
EDGEFIELD – Flowers by Janet is running a Mother's Day Special this week with an arrangement including vase for just $19.99. Give your mother, or the mother of your children, the special added touch of a floral bouquet to brighten her day. Call ahead to have your order ready on time. Flowers by Janet, 328 Augusta Road (across from Slade Lake), 803-637-4144. Click on photo for larger view.

Daily Booking Report
web posted May 10, 2013
Edgefield Daily

Fundraisers, Local Bank Accounts Announced for Wesley Spires
web posted May 9, 2013
COUNTY – As Wesley Spires remains in critical condition and in a medically induced coma at the Trauma Center in Augusta, Edgefield County residents, the Westside and Merriwether Fire Departments and others, have joined together to raise money for Wesley, a Westside Volunteer Fireman, who was brutally attacked last Friday night. All funds will be used to pay for his medical treatments and bills incurred by the family.
Edgefield Daily

Car Stolen, Wrecked, Then Returned
web posted May 9, 2013
EDGEFIELD – A worker at a local Edgefield grocery store reported arriving at work Tuesday morning and parking her car. When she went out during a break she found her car moved from where she parked it and noticed heavy front end damage to the car found in a different parking space.
Edgefield Daily

Augusta Business Owner Offers $10,000 Reward for Arrest and Conviction of Riverwalk Assailants
web posted May 9, 2013
AUGUSTA – According to the Jail Report, an anonymous Augusta business owner has offered a $10,000 reward for anyone giving information leading to the arrest and conviction of the two men who carried out the brutal attack on Wesley Spires and Ashley Solesbee last Friday night. Read the detail below.
Jail Report

Edgefield County School District Announces Establishment of Sue Jolly Award
web posted May 9, 2013
COUNTY – The Edgefield County School District announced today the creation of an honor to be bestowed upon a member of the Mock Trial Team of Strom Thurmond High School each year. The “Sue Jolly Award” is being established in honor of long time educator Sue Jolly who was the founder of the Mock Trial Program at Strom Thurmond High School.
Edgefield Daily

Downtown Spring Celebration Stroll Today
web posted May 9, 2013
EDGEFIELD – In recognition of the arrival of Spring, the Edgefield Community Development Association is sponsoring a Downtown Spring Celebration Stroll Thursday May 9th from 2:00 until 8:00 PM. Local merchants will open their doors to welcome spring shoppers to peruse merchandise while enjoying a glass of wine or other fun cocktail and tasting delicious treats, offering up a fun filled evening of hospitality and specials in their shops for you to enjoy*. Have dinner at one of our great eateries along the way!
Edgefield Daily

Daily Booking Report
web posted May 9, 2013
Edgefield Daily

Metal Thieves Strike Johnston Packing Shed
web posted May 8, 2013
JOHNSTON – Sometime between Saturday morning and Monday afternoon, scrap metal thieves broke into the Satcher's Packing shed on Highway 121 near Johnston making off with copper and possibly other metals. The burglary was discovered around 6 pm Monday bringing Edgefield County Sheriff's Deputies and Investigators to the scene.
Edgefield Daily

Sanford Trounces Busch for Dist 1 Congressional Seat
web posted May 8, 2013
CHARLESTON – Former Republican South Carolina Governor Mark Sanford has defeated Democrat Elizabeth Colbert Busch for the Congressional seat he held prior to becoming governor by over a 10 point margin, according to poll results Tuesday night. Sanford, who admitted to an affair while in office, was hounded by media reports during the campaign. However media outlets failed to report Busch, sister of television personality Steven Colbert, has an arrest record through a messy divorce of her own.
Edgefield Daily

This Week's Fair Price Food Center Specials
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web reposted May 8, 2013
EDGEFIELD – Check out the specials offered by Fair Price Food Center for this week including Whole Sirloin Tip Roasts for just $2.89 a pound (sliced free), Bone-in Shank Portion Smoked Hams just $.99 a pound, Red Ripe Seedless Watermelons for $5.99, and Banquet Fruit or Pot Pies 4 for $3 - plus many more in store savings store-wide.
Edgefield Daily

Edgefield Town Council Approves First Reading on Budget
By Anne Waits
web posted May 8, 2013
EDGEFIELD – The Edgefield Town Council moved quickly through its agenda Monday night, approving on first reading the FY2013-14 Town Budget. Prior to voting on the budget, the Town had allowed space on the agenda to hear written or oral comments about the budget. As there were none, the Town went on to approving first reading.
Edgefield Daily

Flowers By Janet Mother's Day Special $19.99
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web reposted May 6, 2013
EDGEFIELD – Flowers by Janet is running a Mother's Day Special this week with an arrangement including vase for just $19.99. Give your mother, or the mother of your children, the special added touch of a floral bouquet to brighten her day. Call ahead to have your order ready on time. Flowers by Janet, 328 Augusta Road (across from Slade Lake), 803-637-4144. Click on photo for larger view.

Strom Thurmond High School to compete in National Mock Trial Competition
web posted May 8, 2013
JOHNSTON – Students from Strom Thurmond High School’s S.C. Bar Mock Trial team have been selected to compete in the 2013 National High School Mock Trial Competition in Indianapolis, Indiana May 9-11. Participating students include Brook Caldwell, Jacob Harding, Jamarr McCain, Clara Mutschler, Leticia Peňa, Arturo Pineda, Jackie Polz, Kaitlyn Pugh and Erin Sweeney. The teacher coaches are Denise Jackson and Jeffrey Bryan. The attorney coaches are Blair Massey and Shane Massey.
Edgefield Daily

Religion - Men Wanted: Part 7
By Pastor Phillip Howle
web posted May 8, 2013
RELIGION – Baseball is in full swing now. I know for many of you this a favorite time of year to enjoy the “national pastime.” I, however, am not a baseball fan, please don’t condemn me a heretic. I had a bad experience. I was a young 12 year old in the 12-14 year old league. It was the last game of the season and I was facing the hardest throwing pitcher in the league. He threw hard and inside and nailed me in the kidney area and I wanted to die. I don’t blame the pitcher now, I was a huge target and probably swallowed the plate (I weighed as much back then as I do now!) But I got on base. Then the coach put in a pinch runner, I don’t blame him I was a crying fat kid.
Edgefield Daily

Bank Funds Set Up for Wesley Spires after Brutal Attack
web posted May 7, 2013
AUGUSTA – Wesley Spires, 27, of the Merriwether/Westside area of Edgefield County, and Ashley Solesbee 25, of Belvedere have officially been identified as victims in the brutal and senseless attack on Riverwalk in Augusta on Friday night. Very little information has been provided on Solesbee, however; Spires remains in very critical condition at the MCG Trauma Center with severe head injuries and bleeding on the brain. Two donation accounts have been set up to support the Spires family to help with medical bills.
Edgefield Daily

Edgefield County Council Gives First Reading of $1.2M Bond for Capital Improvements with No Tax Increase, Budget Remains Intact - for now
web posted May 7, 2013
EDGEFIELD – The Edgefield County Council held their regular monthly meeting Monday night rather than the regular Tuesday night schedule as announced last month. As a result, District 1 County Councilman Norman Dorn was absent from the meeting, which sped the process exponentially - ending the meeting in about 40 minutes. With many important matters on the agenda, the passing of a $1.2 million bond was approved to take on some of the projects in the Capital Improvements listed in the Strategic Plan passed over a year ago.
Edgefield Daily

Gallons of Moonshine Found in Passed Out Driver's Truck
web posted May 7, 2013
NORTHSIDE – A Greenwood man was arrested after a motorist called 911 to report a man slumped over the steering wheel of a whit pickup truck at the intersection of Highway 25 and 378 around 7:30 Friday evening. Deputies arrived and found the driver passed out with the truck running and left in drive. They were able to wake the driver, 23-year-old Michael Craig Parkman, and had him put the truck in park and remove the keys.
Edgefield Daily

Edgefield County Man Remains in Critical Condition after Brutal Attack on Riverwalk
web posted May 6, 2013
AUGUSTA – An Edgefield County man and his girlfriend remain hospitalized following a brutal attack while sitting on a bench on Riverwalk Friday night. The man, whose identity we are not releasing, remains in an induced coma and is in the intensive care unit at MCG in critical condition. The girlfriend was previously released, but was readmitted on Sunday, sources said. Both are in their early to mid-20's.
Edgefield Daily

17th annual Jimmy Shay Memorial Fishing Rodeo This Weekend
web posted May 6, 2013
COUNTY – The 17th Annual Jimmy Shay Memorial Youth Fishing Rodeo will be held Saturday, May 11, 2012, at Lick Fork Lake Recreation Area from 9:00 a.m. until 1:00 p.m. The rodeo theme is “Get Hooked On Fishing Not On Drugs”. Children 12 years and under will be allowed to fish with bait and tackle furnished. Lunch will be served at no cost to children and their families.
Edgefield Daily

Flowers By Janet Mother's Day Special $19.99
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web reposted May 6, 2013
EDGEFIELD – Flowers by Janet is running a Mother's Day Special this week with an arrangement including vase for just $19.99. Give your mother, or the mother of your children, the special added touch of a floral bouquet to brighten her day. Call ahead to have your order ready on time. Flowers by Janet, 328 Augusta Road (across from Slade Lake), 803-637-4144. Click on photo for larger view.

4-Wheeler, Golf Cart Reported Stolen
web posted May 6, 2013
EDGEFIELD – A Sweetwater Road man reported finding a golf cart and 4-wheeler missing from under a shed on his farm and told an Edgefield County Sheriff's Deputy the theft had to have taken place between Wednesday night and Thursday evening of last week. The two are valued at a combined $6,000.
Edgefield Daily

This Week's Fair Price Food Center Specials
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web reposted May 6, 2013
EDGEFIELD – Check out the specials offered by Fair Price Food Center for this week including boneless sirloin pork chops for just $1.69 a pound, Large Our Family eggs 2 for $3, 18 mixed pieces of Chicken Fryer parts for $1.49 a pound, and Kellogg's Pop-Tarts 3 for $5 - plus many more in store savings store-wide.
Edgefield Daily

6th Annual Downtown Drive-In on the Edgefield Square – Saturday, May 18
web posted May 6, 2013
EDGEFIELD – The Edgefield Community Development Association invites everyone to the 6th Annual Downtown Drive-in movie night on the Square in historic Edgefield on Saturday, May 18, 2013. Bring your family, your neighbors, and your friends and gather around the Edgefield Square for the showing of “Pay It Forward.” The Movie is based on the idea, “When someone does you a big favor, don’t pay it back, pay it forward!”
Edgefield Daily

NOTICE: Edgefield County Planning Commission Meeting Cancelled
web posted May 6, 2013
EDGEFIELD – The Edgefield County Planning Commission meeting scheduled for Thursday, May 9, has been cancelled. The next scheduled meeting will be held Thursday, June 13, 2013 at 6 pm.

Daily Booking Report
web posted May 6, 2013
Edgefield Daily

Edgefield Man in Critical Condition after Attack on Riverwalk
web posted May 4, 2013
AUGUSTA – An Edgefield Couple sitting on a bench on Riverwalk were attacked by two black males wielding a metal bat or pipe. According to a press release, the two men demanded money and began hitting the man and woman in the face and head leaving the man critically injured. The suspects were described as tall and slender wearing all black clothing.
Edgefield Daily

Edgefield Daily Closed for Weekend
web posted May 4, 2013
COUNTY – Edgefield Daily is closed this weekend as we continue to resolve issues caused by our recent computer system failures. Edgefield Daily will be working on the issues and will return with our regular updates on Monday morning. We apologize for any inconvenience.

SC House Approves Bill Criminalizing Enforcement Of ‘Obamacare’
web posted May 3, 2013
COLUMBIA, S.C. (CBS Charlotte/AP) — The South Carolina House approved a bill Wednesday criminalizing the implementation of President Obama’s health care law in the state. The Republican-controlled House voted 65-39 on the Freedom of Health Care Protection  Act.
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Local Artist Presents Limited Edition Print of USC
web posted May 3, 2013
COLUMBIA – Local artist, Beth Robertson Clark of Edgefield presented one of her signed and numbered limited edition "University of South Carolina" prints to Head Coach Steve Spurrier on Sat. April 28th at "the  Zone" in Williams Brice Stadium. She also presented print No. 1 to James Coppenhaver, retired director of bands at USC. There are only 100 printed of this edition.
Edgefield Daily

Gov. Nikki Haley Announces New SCDEW Executive Director
web posted May 3, 2013
COLUMBIA – Governor Nikki Haley announced Thursday the nomination of Cheryl M. Stanton to serve as the Executive Director of the South Carolina Department of Employment and Workforce (SCDEW), pending Senate confirmation. “Cheryl Stanton is one of the finest employment lawyers in the country,” said Gov. Nikki Haley.
Edgefield Daily

This Week's Fair Price Food Center Specials
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web reposted May 3, 2013
EDGEFIELD – Check out the specials offered by Fair Price Food Center for this week including boneless sirloin pork chops for just $1.69 a pound, Large Our Family eggs 2 for $3, 18 mixed pieces of Chicken Fryer parts for $1.49 a pound, and Kellogg's Pop-Tarts 3 for $5 - plus many more in store savings store-wide.
Edgefield Daily

Letter to the Editor: Fair Tax HR25 Ends Power Peddling in Congress
web posted May 3, 2013
Dear Editor;
The #1 reason to repeal the income tax is to end evil. The income tax is evil because it puts government before God's directive that we are free and given our liberty by God, not government. We are free. What we create is ours to do with as we elect. Man has agreed to exchange some freedom for advantages offered by living in a group. Key to that concept is the principle that man, not government by force, willingly agreed to this pact. Free men can way, "This is mine. You cannot take it without my consent."
Edgefield Daily

Daily Booking Report
web posted May 3, 2013
Edgefield Daily

Red Oak Grove Baptist Church Robbery to top $10,000 in Property and Damages
web posted May 2, 2013
WESTSIDE – Additional information has been released in the burglary of the Red Oak Grove Baptist Church that was discovered Friday by a church member. Though the final tally of items stolen has not been completed, the list has grown to at least $10,000, with more property and damages to the church to be addressed.
Edgefield Daily

Body Found Tuesday Ruled Homicide
web posted May 2, 2013
AIKEN – The body of a white male discovered in a wooded area in Aiken County has been identified as 37-year-old Kevin M. Holder, of Swansea, SC, Aiken County Coroner Tim Carlton said Wednesday afternoon following an autopsy in Newberry. The case is being ruled a homicide.
Edgefield Daily

Shooting Victim to be Laid to Rest Friday
web posted May 2, 2013
JOHNSTON – Funeral arrangements for Otis Matthew Key, Jr. have been provided by the Edgefield County School District Wednesday afternoon. The funeral will be held on Friday, May 3, beginning at 1:00 pm at Bethlehem Baptist Church on Highway 23 in Edgefield, SC. Amos & Sons Funeral Home is in charge of the arrangements. Visitation will be held on Thursday, May 2, beginning at 9:00 pm at Amos & Sons Funeral Home located at 412 Railroad Avenue in Johnston, SC.

Bettis Park Site of Theft
web posted May 2, 2013
BETTIS ACADEMY – It seems even the county is not immune from thieves. Recreation Director Nick Wates arrived at Bettis Park on Tuesday to discover a $2,000 piece of equipment stolen and called the Sheriff's Office.
Edgefield Daily

Strom Thurmond Golf Team Wins Region Title
By Tim Crane
web posted May 2, 2013
SPORTS – The Strom Thurmond Golf Team won the Region Title this week with outstanding play during the two day Region V tournament. Clemson commit McKenzie Talbert was named MVP. Josh Chriswell and Caleb McIlvried both made the All-Region team. McIlvried shot the low score of the 1st round with an even par 72 at Hidden Valley Golf Club (Gaston SC). Day two was played at the Country Club of Lexington (Lexington SC).
Edgefield Daily

Congressman Duncan Introduces Legislation to End Harassing Census Surveys
web posted May 2, 2013
WASHINGTON DC – Congressman Jeff Duncan of South Carolina introduced HR 1638, The Census Reform Act of 2013. This bill aims to repeal the authority of the government to conduct mandatory and invasive census surveys. Congressman Duncan stated that many of his constituents believe the surveys are invasive and ask too many personal questions. Current US law states if an individual fails to fill out these surveys, they can face fines up to $5,000.
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Daily Booking Report
web posted May 2, 2013
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Birch Point Neighborhood Target of Car Break-ins
web posted May 1, 2013
MERRIWETHER – Residents of the Birch Point subdivision began reporting a person or persons breaking into their cars sometime late Sunday night or early Monday morning. At least four victims reported the crimes on Monday involving five vehicles. In all cases, the vehicles were left unlocked overnight.
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Vehicle Theft Related to Car Break-ins?
web posted May 1, 2013
MERRIWETHER – A Rivers Hills resident called the Edgefield County Sheriff's Office Monday morning to report a truck stolen from his home on the 1500 block of Stevens Creek Drive home over night. A piece of evidence left behind could link the vehicle theft to the Birch Point vehicle break-ins during the same time frame.
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Aiken County Investigates "Suspicious Death"
web posted May 1, 2013
AIKEN – The body of a 30-40 year old white male was discovered in a wooded area on Hamelin Road in Aiken County Tuesday afternoon around 4:00 pm. The identification of the person has not been established at this time, Aiken County Corner Tim Carlton said in a prepared release on Tuesday.
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This Week's Fair Price Food Center Specials
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web reposted May 1, 2013
EDGEFIELD – Check out the specials offered by Fair Price Food Center for this week including boneless sirloin pork chops for just $1.69 a pound, Large Our Family eggs 2 for $3, 18 mixed pieces of Chicken Fryer parts for $1.49 a pound, and Kellogg's Pop-Tarts 3 for $5 - plus many more in store savings store-wide.
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Opinion: The Norman Dorn Show Returns to County Council May 6
A Column by the Editor
web posted May 1, 2013
COLUMN – District One County Councilman Norman Dorn, true to form, is not going to let another budget year go by without performing for his "political base" - who is less informed on facts than Dorn is - at the May 6 County Council meeting. The meeting starts at 6 pm, the show should kick off about 6:30 and drag out the meeting for at least 45 minutes for no reason.
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Daily Booking Report
web posted May 1, 2013
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Edgefield County Council Chairman’s Update
web posted May 1, 2013
EDGEFIELD –  At the County Council meeting on Monday, the Council is scheduled to give second reading to next year’s budget, which begins July 1, 2013. In addition to discussing the budget at the April meeting, we also held a budget workshop in March to go through it page by page.
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Found Dog: Johnston
web posted May 1, 2013
JOHNSTON –  Found Dog: This sweet dog has been hanging around for a while now. Very friendly and don't mind him at all, just figure some family is missing  him. Call 8032755151 and leave message. Has a collar and appears to be well cared for.
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