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STH to offer Baseball Camp for youths 8-14
web
posted May 9, 2008
JOHNSTON – The Strom Thurmond Baseball
Program will be holding a two-day baseball camp on June 16 and 17 for
youth ages 8-14. The basic fundamentals of hitting, throwing, fielding,
and base running will be incorporated. The camp instructors will
be a combination of varsity high school coaches, college baseball
players, and varsity high school players.
EdgefieldDaily.com
Monthly
cake winner
web
posted May 9, 2008
WEBNEWS
– Virginia and Johnny Johnson, celebrating their 10th wedding
anniversary on May 23, picked up their winning entry in
EdgefieldDaily.com’s monthly drawing for a cake from Jari’s Bakery and Catering on Thursday. Be
sure to get your birthday, anniversary, and even graduation wishes in
for our next drawing of our June winner that will take place the last
week of May. It is free to enter and you could win the best tasting
personalized cake in the county for free! Click on the picture for a
larger view.
EdgefieldDaily.com
Rebels
announce 2009 football season schedule
web
posted May 9, 2008
SPORTS – The Strom Thurmond High School
Fighting Rebels football schedule has been released. The schedule is
regular 2-A season play and does not include pre-season or post season
play.
EdgefieldDaily.com
Gov.
Sanford threatens veto of fifty-cent per-pack increase in cigarette
taxes if not “offset” by other tax relief
web
posted May 9, 2008
COLUMBIA – Governor Mark Sanford
reaffirmed his stand on not raising any tax without an offsetting tax
cut Thursday by saying he would veto the Senate's cigarette tax hike if
it comes to his desk in its current form. The governor also called the
plan a "double tax increase" for the way it increases taxes
immediately, but will also mean having to raise taxes later on to cover
future growth in the programs it seeks to expand.
EdgefieldDaily.com
Two
arrested after alleged burglary interrupted by homeowner
web
posted May 8, 2008
BETTIS ACADEMY – Metal thefts are becoming
more prevalent as scrap metal prices continue to rise and a Bettis
Academy man knows that better than anyone does. In the last two days,
his property on the 1400 block of Bettis Academy Road has been targeted
for theft and at least $3800 worth a car parts, engines, and rims were
taken. On Wednesday he felt a little better when he caught a man and a
woman parked behind the home with scrap metal in the truck bed and
called 911 just after 1 pm.
EdgefieldDaily.com
All
eyes set on Lick Fork Lake for Fishing Rodeo this Saturday
web
reposted May 8, 2008
COUNTY – The Jimmy Shay Memorial Youth
Fishing Rodeo will be held this Saturday, May 10, 2008, 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.
EdgefieldDaily.com
Merriwether home target of thefts: truck,
4-wheeler, gun stolen
web
posted May 8, 2008
MERRIWETHER – A Merriwether family awoke
Tuesday morning to find they were the victim of burglary that occurred
over night with the bandit or bandits making off with over $7,000 in
vehicles, tools, and a gun. Deputies arrived at the West Five Notch
Road home in the 800 block and began gathering information and seeking
evidence.
EdgefieldDaily.com
Palmetto State’s Most Talented Performers
Awarded
web
posted May 8, 2008
WEBNEWS – On Saturday, May 3rd, the
Palmetto Dance Academy and Fine Arts Center sponsored the first
Palmetto State’s Most Talented competition. The competition,
scheduled to become and annual event, seeks to award cash prizes to
outstanding performers of all ages. The competition was a success
with participants arriving from as far away as Barnwell, SC.
EdgefieldDaily.com
$2,400 in copper stolen from Johnston
business
web
posted May 8, 2008
JOHNSTON – A refrigeration company from
Florida reported the theft of four rolls of “copper leads” from a
Johnston business on the 200 block of Lee Street. The four 100 foot
rolls of copper leads were valued at $6 per foot.
EdgefiledDaily.com
Miss Summer Blast Queens Crowned (Photo)
web
posted May 8, 2008
SALUDA
– The Miss Saluda County Organization crowned the first ever Miss
Summer Blast Queens on Sunday, May 4th. The pageant served as a
fundraiser for the Miss Saluda County scholarship fund. It was
also a
chance for young girls from across the area to come to Saluda to meet
our Miss Saluda County Queens and their princesses. The pageant
consisted of both eveningwear and an onstage interview. The
interview
is an essential part of the Miss America system and was placed in the
Miss Summer Blast competition to allow the young ladies a chance to
gain confidence while speaking in front of a crowd.
EdgefieldDaily.com
Letter to the Editor: Lodge leader thanks
community for support of Family Matters Conference
web
posted May 8, 2008
Dear Editor,
This letter is in reference to the Family Matters Conference that
occurred on May 3, 2008. First things first I want to thank
Edgefielddaily.com for what you did in posting this event on your
website.
EdgefieldDaily.com
Strong Immigration Bill by House
applauded by Governor
web
posted May 8, 2008
COLUMBIA - Governor Mark Sanford said
Wednesday the House's immigration reform plan, which requires employers
to check workers' legal status using e-verify as the only alternative
to an S.C. driver's license, was the best way to protect the state from
illegal aliens taking jobs from citizens.
EdgefieldDaily.com
Off The Wall: Clinton Library Won't
Release Documents Sandy "Burglar" Berger stole from National Archives
web
posted May 8, 2008
(CNSNews.com) - The William Jefferson
Clinton Presidential Library will not make available to the public the
documents that former National Security Advisor Sandy Berger illegally
took from the National Archives in 2003.
Off The Wall
Rebel Golf Team takes Lower State Title
(Photo)
web
posted May 6, 2008
COUNTY – The Strom Thurmond Golf Team took
the Lower State Golf Championship on Monday and will now advance to the
State Championship in Myrtle Beach next week. The Rebels took the title
with a one stroke advantage over Chapin High School with a total score
of 302. The Rebels were the only team competing with females on the
team.
EdgefieldDaily.com
Edgefield County Council May meeting
web
posted May 6, 2008
EDGEFIELD – The Edgefield County Council
held their monthly meeting Tuesday night with a full agenda and three
public hearings. The public hearings were held on the proposed budget
ordinance, updating the building codes, and the purchase of the
Calliham property.
EdgefieldDaily.com
All God's Creatures Golf Tournament
postponed
web
posted May 6, 2008
COUNTY – Due to extenuating circumstances,
All God's Creatures 3rd Annual Charity Golf Tournament scheduled this
Friday, May 9th at Persimmon Hill Golf Club will be postponed. A
later date will be announced.
Letter to the Editor: Writer seeks
support group for Autism in Edgefield County
web
posted May 7, 2008
Dear Editor:
My family and I have just started a journey that we were not prepared
to start. Our youngest child, our two year old son, has been
diagnosed with Autism.
EdgefieldDaily.com
The Challenge of Meeting the Needs of
Edgefield County Government
Editor's
note: This document was provided to those attending the May 6 County
Council Meeting and was signed by all five members.
web
posted May 7, 2008
PSA – In recent months the Edgefield
County Council has been considering the possibility of acquiring the
building and property which has been occupied by Calliham’s TV and
Furniture Store at the corner of Penn and Railroad Streets in the Town
of Edgefield. The Council has studied this matter carefully and
has acquired an option to purchase the property. We are pleased to
provide the following details of this proposal to the citizens of our
County.
EdgefieldDaily.com
Edgefield County Chamber Of Commerce
Women in Business Luncheon Scheduled For June 6
web
posted May 6, 2008
JOHNSTON – The Edgefield County Chamber of
Commerce will sponsor the Annual Women In Business Luncheon on Friday,
June 6th at Pine Ridge Country Club beginning at 10:00 a.m. and
concluding at 1:00 p.m. This event is sponsored by Aiken Regional
Hospital.
EdgefieldDaily.com
Drug raids result in drugs, guns, and
cash seized
web
posted May 5, 2008
EDGEFIELD – The Edgefield County Sheriff’s
Office has released additional information on the recent drug raids
that took place Friday evening that netted a dozen arrests and the
confiscation of drugs and weapons. An undisclosed amount of marijuana,
crack cocaine, and cocaine were confiscated in the raids the release
states in addition to three firearms.
EdgefieldDaily.com
Edgefield Town Council passes first
reading of 08-09 budget
web
posted May 6, 2008
EDGEFIELD – The Edgefield Town Council
held their May meeting with a broad assortment of agenda items and the
first reading of the town’s budget ordinance. Mayor Ken Durham called
the meeting to order and then gave the floor to town attorney Greg
Anderson to give the oath of office to Councilmen Jasper Lloyd, Herbert
Yarborough, and Otis Yeldell who were unopposed for re-election this
year.
EdgefieldDaily.com
Johnston Town Council to raise millage
rate: may discontinue commercial garbage service
web
posted May 6, 2008
JOHNSTON - If the Town of Johnston keeps
and passes its proposed FY 08-09 budget as it currently stands, Council
members will be able to boast a true balanced budget for the upcoming
fiscal year. But it will only have come after tremendous sacrifice. And
that may be just the beginning of more hardship to come, as doing
business in the past (no millage increases and the provision of
outdated services) may have finally caught up with the town.
EdgefiledDaily.com
Farmers Market coming to Edgefield twice
a month
web
posted May 6, 2008
EDGEFIELD – Things could look a bit
different on the Edgefield Town Square on weekends in the coming weeks
if Joannah Holmes and the Edgefield Community Development Association
have anything to say about it. Ms. Holmes appeared before the Edgefield
Town Council to ask permission to bring a Farmers Market to the town
square the first and third Saturday of May through August or September.
“We really want to stimulate things downtown,” Ms. Holmes said.
EdgefieldDaily.com
Peach Blossom Festival draws record crowd
(Photos)
web
posted May 6, 2008
JOHNSTON – The Johnston Peach Blossom
Festival was held Saturday and kicked off the festivities with the 11
am parade that featured dozens of entries and beauty queens as well as
local dignitaries. Below is a photo essay of the event. Some said this
was the largest turnout in recent years estimating the crowd into the
thousands.
EdgefieldDaily.com
Edgefield names flowerbed on town square
for Charlie Mathis (Photos)
web
posted May 6, 2008
EDGEFIELD – The Edgefield Town Council,
Mayor Ken Durham, and a crowd of onlookers gathered on the Town Square
Monday afternoon to unveil a marker naming one of the new flowerbeds in
honor of Charles “Charlie” Mathis. Mr. Mathis, soon to be turning 94,
was a local merchant and also served on the Town Council for 34 years.
He also grew and donated all the Day Lilies used in the replanting of
the square. “We felt it was only fitting to name one of the beds for
you,” Mayor Ken Durham said.
EdgefieldDaily.com
Edgefield Police arrest one, others
sought in racing 4-wheelers
web
posted May 6, 2008
EDGEFIELD – A report of several people
racing on the roadways on four-wheelers on Buckeye Street and Dogwood
Lane brought Edgefield Police to the area. A short time later officers
observed three subjects on four-wheelers racing along Dogwood Lane and
clocked one of the individuals at 49 MPH on a roadway posted at 25 MPH.
When an Edgefield Town Policeman tried to pull over the offending
racers they fled and a pursuit followed.
EdgefieldDaily.com
Exclusive: Drug raids net a
dozen arrests
web
posted May 5, 2008
COUNTY – The Edgefield County Sheriff’s
Narcotics Division, SWAT, Deputies, Edgefield Police Department, and K9
units from Aiken County conducted a series of raids Friday that
resulted in a dozen arrests. The raids began early Friday evening after
months of investigation by the Edgefield Sheriff’s Narcotics Division
and continued into the night.
EdgefieldDaily.com
Reporter
wanted: EdgefieldDaily.com seeks freelance writer
web
posted May 5, 2008
WEBNEWS – EdgefieldDaily.com is seeking a
freelance writer for the week of June 16 – 21. Applicant must have
proven writing or reporting experience. Duties will include covering a
single location story over the week with daily deadlines. For more
information email
EdgefieldDaily.com. No phone calls accepted. Great opportunity for
journalism students that could lead to future assignments.
“All
God’s Creatures” safe as fire razes building (Photos)
web
posted May 5, 2008
JOHNSTON -- Cargo and Toolah sneezed in
the smoke and leaned against the fence as Denise Holcomb caressed their
heads and reassured them that everything was going to be okay. Despite
all the excitement, somehow the dogs were calm. Their home was still
intact as firefighters arrived just before 5 pm Sunday to fight the
blaze that consumed the nearby structure.
EdgefeildDaily.com
Business
Directory continues to grow
web
posted May 5, 2008
WEBNEWS – Looking for professional child
care, storm shelters, or concrete work? The EdgefieldDaily.com Business Directory can help put you in touch.
Edgefield County's only online service that puts you in touch with
local businesses that can provide the services you seek when you need
them. Have your Business listed today and take advantage of the largest
readership available. Just click on the Business Directory button just
below the Featured Sections and find what you want now.
All
eyes set on corks for Fishing Rodeo this Saturday
web
posted May 5, 2008
COUNTY – The Jimmy Shay Memorial Youth
Fishing Rodeo will be held this Saturday, May 10, 2008, 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.
EdgefieldDaily.com
Last
week to register to vote
web
posted May 5, 2008
PSA - COUNTY – With the primary elections
just
over a month away those who are not registered to vote will have to do
so before Friday. With several hotly contested races last minute voters
should make an effort to register at the Voter Registration Office at
the Courthouse.
EdgefieldDaily.com
Monthly
Crime Statistics
web
posted May 5, 2008
COUNTY – These statistics are compiled by
local police departments and the Sheriff’s Office for local news media
outlets. Each agency is listed separately. Please note not all agencies
report the same call types. Each agency is listed by name and month.
EdgefieldDaily.com
Off
The Wall: Sheriff tells illegals to get out of town
web
posted May 5, 2008
Maricopa County Sheriff Joe Arpaio still
isn't saying when he will take his crime suppression patrols to Mesa.
He says there's a reason for the delay -- he's giving illegal
immigrants a chance to get out of town. ``I'm giving them a chance to
pack up and leave, so when I do go in there, there may not be a big
problem," he said.
Off The Wall
Ridge
Heritage Association dedicates historical marker for Johnston High
School (Photos)
web
posted May 3, 2008
JOHNSTON – The Ridge Heritage Association
and a host of local dignitaries were among the many who attended a
dedication ceremony at the Johnston Elementary School Gym to honor the
old Johnston High School. Jack M. Tiller, President of the Ridge
Heritage Association, said that the association has long awaited the
day to place the historic marker on the school grounds.
EdgefieldDaily.com
Correction:
Birthday-Anniversary cake winner must notify EdgefieldDaily.com
WEBNEWS – The Birthday-Anniversary cake
winner for
the month of May was sent in by Virginia Johnson, which read; Happy
10th wedding anniversary Johnny. Thank you for the best 10 years.
Looking forward for the next 10 years to come. Love Virginia Johnson.
Mrs. Johnson will have to email
EdgefieldDaily.com in order to retrieve notification in order to
receive the free cake. We regret the omission in the announcement.
Public
Auction Today
ADVERTISEMENT
web
posted May 3, 2008
EDGEFIELD – We are conducting a sale of
personal property for Mr. Jay Watkins, who with his father owned and
operated several businesses over the years, including gift shop,
antiques booth, kitchen supply, and lumberyard. The property is located
at 567 Lanham Road, Edgefield, S. C. 29824. The sale will be held
at his building located at 567 Lanham Road. The sale will begin at 9:30
AM with viewing from 8:00 AM til sale time. Bring your trucks and
trailers as there are numerous items to be sold! Visit our website for
detailed information, terms, and pictures. 803-637-5640 or
803-480-0801; Jerry O. Murrell, SCAL 2747.
Off
The Wall: 500-pound defendant has court date in parking lot
web
posted May 3, 2008
It was a beautiful day for
drive-through justice Thursday at the Suffolk County courthouse. Under
a cloudless sky, the court stenographer sat in a padded office chair.
The defendant, Bernard Musumeci, 44, sat in the passenger seat of his
gray Ford F-350 truck, the window down. And the judge, wearing no
jacket over his black robe, marked the 11 a.m. court appearance amid a
backdrop of pine trees. "The record should reflect that this
arraignment is taking place in the parking lot of the courthouse," said
state Supreme Court Justice Robert W. Doyle
EdgefieldDaily.com
Townes
Road residents continue plea for road paving
web
posted May 2, 2008
EDGEFIELD – Townes Road was the main issue
brought before the Edgefield County Transportation Committee Thursday
afternoon by residents seeking to find a way to get the road, or a
portion of the road, paved. “We’re basically boxed in,” Dr. Bill
Jackson said, by land owned by various members of a family that owns
the first quarter mile of the road. The issue is based on the county
being unable to obtain easements needed in order to pave the road.
EdgefieldDaily.com
Edgefield
Police nab suspected drug dealer at checkpoint
web
posted May 2, 2008
EDGEFIELD – Edgefield Police have taken a
man they suspect as dealing drugs into custody after he arrived at a
designated checkpoint Wednesday night. According to police reports,
William Edward Singleton Jr., 22, of Edgefield entered the checkpoint
on Jeter Street and could not produce a valid drivers license. A check
of his records showed his license was suspended due to a “controlled
substance violation,” reports showed.
EdgefieldDaily.com
Beauties
crowned in Ridge Spring Miss Liberty Pageant (Photos)
web
posted May 2, 2008
RIDGE SPRING – The Miss Liberty Pageant
was held this past Saturday with Megan Bryant taking the crown as Miss
Liberty from the many beauties that graced the stage in several age
groups. Below is a full listing of all the crowned queens.
EdgefieldDaily.com
Relay
for Life Riddle solved, $200 donation on its way
web
posted May 2, 2008
WEBNEWS – It seems the Relay for Life
Riddle has been solved. EdgefieldDaily.com has been inundated with
answers, most of them wrong, but others that answered correctly. Since
the idea of the riddle is to provide additional funding of the Relay
for Life fundraiser that may be a good thing. A check for $200 has been
issued for the event and will be delivered in the coming days to help
fight cancer.
EdgefieldDaily.com
May
cake winner announced
web
posted May 2, 2008
WEBNEWS – The Birthday-Anniversary cake winner for
the month of May was sent in by Virginia Johnson, which read; Happy
10th wedding anniversary Johnny. Thank you for the best 10 years.
Looking forward for the next 10 years to come. Love Virginia Johnson.
To claim your cake simply call Jari’s Bakery at
least ten days in advance to have your cake prepared to your
specifications.
Senate
strips out heart of immigration bill
web
posted May 2, 2008
COLUMBIA – Governor Mark Sanford said
Thursday the time for citizens who care about real immigration reform
to make their voices heard about the need for reform is now. "By stripping out the e-verify
requirement last night, the Senate has taken out the single most
effective part of this immigration reform bill," Gov. Sanford said.
EdgefieldDaily.com
Public
Auction Saturday, May 3
ADVERTISEMENT
web
posted May 2, 2008
EDGEFIELD – We are conducting a sale of
personal property for Mr. Jay Watkins, who with his father owned and
operated several businesses over the years, including gift shop,
antiques booth, kitchen supply, and lumberyard. The property is located
at 567 Lanham Road, Edgefield, S. C. 29824. The sale will be held
at his building located at 567 Lanham Road. The sale will begin at 9:30
AM with viewing from 8:00 AM til sale time. Bring your trucks and
trailers as there are numerous items to be sold! Visit our website for
detailed information, terms, and pictures. 803-637-5640 or
803-480-0801; Jerry O. Murrell, SCAL 2747.
Off
The Wall: CBS reporter glad he was kidnapped by terrorists, not the US
military
web
posted May 2, 2008
Butler said he felt it was
better to be kidnapped in Iraq then taken into custody by Americans in
Afghanistan. "I was pleased I wasn't being mortarboarded in Guantanamo
or being held for six and a half years like an Al-Jazeera cameraman,
for instance," he said.
Off The Wall
Johnston
Peach Blossom Festival kicks off tomorrow night (Printable map included)
web
posted May 1, 2008
JOHNSTON – It is that time of year when
Johnston comes alive for the Johnston Peach Blossom Festival complete
with Beauty Queens, vendors, fund and games, and a parade. The fun
begins tomorrow night with a street dance from 8 pm – 11 pm with the
full festivities kicking off Saturday morning and ending with a concert
featuring The Catalinas at the Johnston National Guard Armory.
EdgefieldDaily.com
EdgefieldDaily.com
annual Relay for Life Riddle
web
posted May 1, 2008
WEBNEWS – With the Annual Relay for Life
set for May 16-17, EdgefieldDaily.com is bringing back our Relay for
Life Riddle. If any reader can guess the riddle, EdgefieldDaily.com
will donate a minimum of $200 to Relay for Life. So put on your
thinking caps and give Relay for Life the money.
EdgefieldDaily.com
Tori
Whatley makes impressive stand In Dallas in National Tournament (Photo)
web
posted May 1, 2008
DALLAS TX – Merriwether chess standout,
Tori Whatley, had originally planned to try to win half of her games in
her first national tournament, the 5th Annual All-Girl National
Championships, which was held April 25th – 27th in Dallas, Texas, and
she
very nearly succeeded.
EdgefieldDaily.com
Officers
are gearing up for next week’s Jimmy Shay Memorial Fishing Rodeo
web
posted May 1, 2008
COUNTY – The Edgefield County Law
Enforcement Association will hold its annual Jimmy Shay Memorial Youth
Fishing Rodeo on Saturday, May 10 at Lick Fork Lake, just off Highway
230, with great weather and lots of family fun. Almost 800 family
members turned out for last years’ great fishing, free ice cream, hot
dogs, drinks, and the much anticipated bicycle and gift giveaway.
EdgefieldDaily.com
Gov.
Sanfornd: Republican Senators may "talk the talk" but won't "walk the
walk" on immigration
web
posted May 1, 2008
COLUMBIA – South Carolina Governor Mark
Sanforn is none too pleased with Republican State Senators saying many
"talk the talk" but won't "walk the walk" when it comes to immigration.
“We’ve had meetings, numerous phone calls and letters back and forth
with Senate Republicans over the past couple of days about the need for
a strong electronic verification system - but it’s clear now that while
many in the Senate talk the talk on this front, few walk the walk,”
Gov. Sanford said.
EdgefieldDaily.com
Ten
Candidates Confirm Participation in Taxpayers Forum
web
posted May 1, 2008
AIKEN – The Aiken County Taxpayers
Association has received confirmation from ten candidates running for
seats in selected S.C. House and S.C. Senate districts about
participating in the Taxpayers Forum scheduled for Thursday, May 1. The
invitation mailed to each candidate stated that only those candidates
who provide confirmation that they will attend-by no later than noon on
Monday, April 28-will be permitted to participate. This event marks the
third year in a row that the Aiken County Taxpayers Association has
held its non-partisan Taxpayers Forum.
EdgefieldDaily.com
Investigators
work two Monday morning break-ins
web
posted April 30, 2008
COUNTY – Sheriff’s Investigators are
currently looking into two recent break-ins. The first was discovered
Monday morning at a business on the 1900 block of Edgefield Road near
Trenton. The owner arrived just before 9 am and found the locks on both
of the rear doors knocked out.
EdgefieldDaily.com
Park
Row Market No. 1 brings "live entertainment" to downtown Edgefield -
again
web
posted April 30, 2008
EDGEFIELD – Park Row Market No. 1 on the
Edgefield Town Square is attempting to reach out to the “after five”
clientele again this Thursday. The growing popular eatery has
accomplished blues guitarist Alex Wilds of Aiken performing and extends
their Thursday hours until 10pm and will be serving their full menu
plus Shrimp Salad on Louisiana Po Boys. See our story of the previous event here.
Augusta
Sheriff Wins Again in Legal Battle with Radical
By:
Carl Langley
web
posted April 30, 2008
GUEST COLOUMN – The Georgia Court of
Appeals has handed down a decision that even the most incompetent of
lawyers can understand. The court, in an announcement made public
Tuesday, upheld a ruling by an Augusta judge who ordered an Aiken radio
station owner and a loud mouth, brainless talk show host to fork over
more than $6 million for slandering Richmond County Sheriff Ronnie
Strength.
EdgefieldDaily.com
Fox
Creek to host Candidates’ Corner
web
posted April 30, 2008
PSA – On Monday, May 5th, 2008 the School
Improvement Council (SIC) for Fox Creek High School will host a
“Candidates’ Corner” where candidates for all elected positions will
showcase their platforms, this will include positions for their Board
of Directors, as well as candidates for elected positions in their
Booster Club, PTCA as well as the SIC.
EdgefieldDaily.com
Gov.
Sanford wants passage of Immigration Bill
web
posted April 30, 2008
COLUMBIA – Governor Mark is urging passage
of the immigration reform bill currently being deliberated on the
Senate floor. "We stand at the verge of a historic moment that would
come with the passing of what many believe represents the most
comprehensive immigration reform package in the country," Gov. Sanford
said.
EdgefieldDaily.com
Goat
and Sheep Parasite Workshop May 24
web
posted April 30, 2008
PSA – Internal parasites are the primary
cause of illness in sheep and goats, and these pests are becoming
resistant to the medication products that are being used for their
control. To help producers find alternatives, Clemson Extension is
offering a goat and sheep parasite control seminar on May 24, 2008 from
9:30 am to 4:00 pm at the Laurens County Clemson Extension Office (214
W. Laurens Street, Laurens, SC). The seminar will focus on the FAMACHA
Parasite Monitoring System.
EdgefieldDaily.com
SC
Senate Passes Health Care Accessibility for Young Americans Act
web
posted April 30, 2008
COLUMBIA – The South Carolina Senate
unanimously passed S. 1010, the Health Care Accessibility for Young
Americans Act on Tuesday. The measure will
require insurance companies to extend families' health insurance
policies for young adults and military veterans.
EdgefieldDaily.com
Art
Reception and Greenwood Community Theatre production included in May
First Friday Schedule
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posted April 30, 2008
GREENWOOD – Folks visiting the Greenwood
area on Friday, May 2 from 6:00 p.m. – 9:00 p.m. will have a number of
opportunities to see exhibits featuring local artists and students, as
well as catch a production at the Greenwood Community Theatre.
EdgefieldDaily.com
308-pound
inmate sues county over jail after losing 100 lbs
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posted April 30, 2008
BENTONVILLE, Ark. - An inmate
awaiting trial on a murder charge is suing the county, complaining he
has lost more than 100 pounds because of the jailhouse menu.
Off The Wall
Fired
NWTF officers file suit over dismissals
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posted April 29, 2008
EDGEFIELD – Carl Brown and Dick Rosenlieb,
fired in the recent shake-up at the National Wild Turkey Federation
last month, have now filed civil suits against the NWTF claiming their
dismissals were orchestrated and based on lies and deformation. Brown,
the former chief operating officer, and Rosenlieb, the former Vice
President, filed individual suits in Edgefield on Thursday court
records show.
EdgefieldDaily.com
Johnston
father revels in photo of son’s service (Photo)
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posted April 29, 2008
JOHNSTON – A proud father, who is also a
veteran, submitted a photo that included Gregory Winters, 25, who is
serving his third tour of duty in the current war and is presently
stationed in Afghanistan. “I got a call from a friend who told me about
the story,” Paul Winters of Johnston said in a phone interview Monday.
EdgefieldDaily.com
District
1 Candidate makes case for candidacy
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posted April 29, 2008
Dear Editor,
I am running as a republican for the Edgefield County District 1 County
Council seat. The residents of Edgefield County have a
choice this year. Four of the five council seats are up for
re-election in the upcoming election. Over the past few years I have
questioned the reasoning behind many of the county council decisions.
The reason I decided to run for this office is that I believe the
council needs a new perspective. The council needs new opinions
and members that are not afraid to stand up for what is right, fair and
honest. Many times it seems that council votes are based on the good
‘ole boy system and not logical, realistic and factual
information.
EdgefieldDaily.com
Three
arrested in theft of scrap metal
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posted April 29, 2008
JOHNSTON – Three men are in custody after
allegedly stealing over $1,000 worth of scrap iron over the weekend.
Freddie Lee West, 53, and Richard Earl Tiggs, 46, both of Trenton were
arrested Saturday after the theft was discovered, and Cleveland
Robertson, 33, of Johnston was taken into custody Sunday. All three
have been charged with grand larceny jail records showed.
EdgefieldDaily.com
Fox
Creek High School Honor Roll
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posted April 29, 2008
NORTH AUGUSTA – The honor roll for the Fox
Creek Charter High School has been provided. EdgefieldDaily.com salutes
students for their academic achievements. EdgefieldDaily.com notes that
Fox Creek Charter high School did not provide the information of their
students achievements for publication.
EdgefieldDaily.com
Edgefield
County Alliance to Meet May 5
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posted April 29, 2008
JOHNSTON – The Edgefield County Alliance
will hold its May Meeting on Monday, May 5, 2008 at Pine Ridge Country
Club at 7:30 a.m. Breakfast will be served. Richard
Shaffer, Administrator of the Edgefield County Water & Sewer
Authority will give a presentation on the Authority, citing its
history, its current systems and operations, the strategic issues which
face the Authority and which limit its resources, and its long-term
plans for development. Specifically, he will address the
potential for providing services in areas of the County that are not
presently served. All persons interested in the future of the
County are urged to attend.
Baseball
Rec teams close ranks, two challenge race for first place in major
league play just one game away from lead
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posted April 29, 2008
COUNTY – The race for top spots in the
Dixie Youth Baseball field saw
some changes over the past week with the Johnston Orioles staying
undefeated in minor league play and the Johnston Red Sox gaining ground
with a four game winning streak that has placed them atop the standings
with the Edgefield Mariners and Braves just one game behind the lead in
major league play.
EdgefieldDaily.com
Talking
turkey: Edgefield County teen takes possible record setting tom (Photo)
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posted April 28, 2008
COUNTY – An Edgefield County teen bagged
two turkeys earlier this month, one that very well may make the record
books. Cody Thomas, 19, of the Bettis Academy area, took two turkeys on
a hunt on April 7 in Beach Island with the larger of the two birds
weighing in at 28 lbs. 2 oz. just under the state weight record of 30
lbs.
EdgefieldDaily.com
Edgefield
County School District releases Honor Rolls for third nine weeks
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posted April 28, 2008
COUNTY – The Edgefield County School
District has released the Honor Rolls for all Edgefield County Schools.
EdgefieldDaily.com salutes these students for their outstanding
achedemic achievements. All Honor Rolls are listed by school.
EdgefieldDaily.com
"Hi,
I'm your veteran county councilman and I need your vote"
A
Column by the Editor
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posted April 28, 2008
COLUMN – I have to wonder what it must be
like to run as an incumbent in this year’s hotly contested county
council races. “Hi, I’m (insert any sitting councilman’s name)
and I need your vote.” I wondered how a taxpayer might respond and I
believe any informed citizen would engage in the following exchange.
EdgefieldDaily.com
Occupational
Education plans to get underway, district seeks participation
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posted April 28, 2008
COUNTY – The administration and staff of
the Edgefield County School District are in the process of developing
the local plan for Occupational Education. This notice is to provide
students, parents, teachers and/or area residents with the opportunity
for input into local decisions influencing the character of programs.
If you would like to provide input, please notify the administration of
Strom Thurmond Career Center by May 9, 2008. For more information call
275-1767.
Special
Ed. teacher's death ruled homicide
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posted April 28, 2008
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