BLYTHEWOOD – Blythewood Presbyterian Church is set to host its annual Christmas Eve in the Fields. The service under the stars has become a favorite Christmas tradition for many in Blythewood – a time of experiencing Immanuel around fire pits, ending with a beautiful candle lighting. The service, complete with carol singing, scripture reading and […]
Bethel ARP observes Wreaths Across America
December 19, 2024 By
WINNSBORO – On Dec.14, the Bethel ARP Cemetery and the Lebanon Presbyterian Cemetery were two of more than 4,000 cemeteries in all 50 states, at sea, and abroad that participated in the National Wreaths Across America Day. Millions of Americans placed wreaths on the graves of veterans spanning from the American Revolution to the current […]
The First Noel
December 19, 2024 By
WINNSBORO – Members of First Baptist of Winnsboro participated in the church’s annual Live Nativity on Dec. 12. The church hosted a night of staggered drive-up performances, complete with shepherds, wise men and live animals. Following the 15-minute performances, audience members were treated to hot chocolate and opportunities for photos and to pet the animals.
Four make debuts with Winnsboro Cotillion Club
December 19, 2024 By
WINNSBORO – The Winnsboro Cotillion Club presented four debutantes and recognized six sons on Saturday, December 14, 2024 at the 68th annual Winter Ball. At a reception prior to the ball, Mrs. Jason Carroll Taylor, president, and Mr. Taylor; Mr. John Palmer Nicholson, president-elect, and Mrs. Nicholson; and the debutantes and their parents received members […]
A Village Christmas
December 19, 2024 By
BLYTHEWOOD – VillageChurch Blythewood held its annual ‘A Village Christmas’ on Sunday, Dec. 15. The church held two services, complete with music from the kids’ choir and Blythewood Middle School’s orchestra, a live nativity, and a hot chocolate bar. The recorded service will be available through their Facebook page, facebook.com/VillageChurchBlythewood.
Celebrating 100 Years
December 12, 2024 By
FAIRFIELD COUNTY – Last weekend the Alumni Association of the former Fairfield High School celebrated 100 years since the school opened. A formal dinner at the Doubletree Hotel in Columbia on Friday had about 300 in attendance. The Association held a parade in downtown Winnsboro on Saturday, followed by a cookout at the old Fairfield […]
‘Making It Grow’ host visits Garden Club Tea
December 12, 2024 By
WINNSBORO – Amanda McNulty, host and producer of SCETV’s “Making It Grow” gardening program, attended an afternoon tea at the Fairfield County Historical Society Museum on Sunday, Dec. 8. Sunny Turner, FC Historical Society Board member, organized the event as a thank you to local garden club members for their years of decorating the house […]
Holidays on the Ridge set for Dec. 6 – 8
December 5, 2024 By
RIDGEWAY – Lights on the Ridge will light up Ridgeway’s night sky on Friday, Dec. 6, at the Century House (170 S. Dogwood Ave.) to kick off the Ridgeway’s annual holiday event. The event will begin at 5 p.m. with the Geiger Elementary School choir singing Christmas carols, then Santa will arrive in a horse-drawn […]
Fairfield Museum Open House set for Dec. 6
December 5, 2024 By
WINNBSORO – The Fairfield County Museum will host its annual Holiday Open House from 4:30 – 6:30 p.m., on Friday, Dec. 6. The museum will be decorated with traditional live holiday greenery by members of the town’s three garden clubs – Anemone Garden Club, Town & Country Gardeners, and Winnsboro Garden Club. Entertainment will include […]
Brothers of the Smoke cigar club spread Thanksgiving cheer
December 5, 2024 By
BLYTHEWOOD – The Brothers of the Smoke Cigar Club in Blythewood turned their camaraderie into community care this Thanksgiving by presenting turkey baskets to families residing in The Pointe Apartments neighborhood. The event, a first of its kind for the club, underscores its commitment to uplifting the community and fostering togetherness. “We’re not just a […]
