BLYTHEWOOD/FAIRFIELD – Whether you’re buying or selling, it’s time to clear your calendar for the return of the annual 50-mile Big Grab community yard sale. Vendors will line the streets in Blythewood, Ridgeway, and Winnsboro and along 50 miles of roadsides this weekend, Friday, Sept. 5 from 7 a.m. – 7 p.m. and Saturday, Sept. […]
Fairfield Planning Commission approves Lake Wateree site plan
September 4, 2025 By
WINNSBORO – During a public hearing held by the Fairfield County Planning Commission on Thursday, Aug. 28, the Commission voted 5-2 to approve a site plan for a proposed housing development known as ‘Arrowhead Cove’ on Lake Wateree. The tax map number for the property is 077-00-00-022-000 in Winnsboro. Former Commission Chair William Grey and […]
Winnsboro rehab projects are turning the corner
September 4, 2025 By
WINNSBORO – As part of its burgeoning downtown redevelopment efforts that began in 2022, the Winnsboro town council voted to place an option on the property located at 201 N. Congress Street in downtown Winnsboro – a neglected building that previously housed a dry cleaning business that has not been in operation for 30 years, […]
Community helps paint the way for KJ’s Market
September 4, 2025 By
BLYTHEWOOD – Artists, wanna-be artists, and members of the community who just wanted to join in the fun, showed up at the IGA at 135 Blythewood Road Saturday morning to help paint a giant mural on the wall outside the front door of the IGA. The occasion was the kickoff of the transition of the […]
“Paws for a Cause” fundraiser set for Sept. 13
September 4, 2025 By
WINNSBORO — On Friday, Sept. 13th, something really good is going to happen – the Fairfield County Animal Control & Adoption Center will host a community fundraiser called Paws for a Cause. The event will be held from 11 a.m. to 3 p.m. at the shelter located at 1678 US Hwy 321 Business N, Winnsboro. […]
Sims crowned with new title
September 4, 2025 By
OGDEN, UT – Fairfield County’s own Shamieka B. Johnson Sims has been crowned International Super Ms 2025 at America’s SUPER Pageant, held in Ogden, Utah. The only contestant from South Carolina, Sims stood proudly and walked away with the highest overall score, securing the coveted international title. For a small-town girl from Winnsboro, Sims says […]
BW Farmers Market to host Farmers Banquet
August 28, 2025 By
BLYTHEWOOD — To celebrate local farmers, the Blythewood Farmers Market, and the community, a second annual Farmers Banquet is planned for Friday, Oct. 24, from 6:30 – 9 p.m. This outdoor dining experience will be held in the pavilion in the field behind Blythewood Presbyterian Church, which seats 100 guests. Diners will be served nine […]
St. John’s collecting coats for children of homeless families
August 28, 2025 By
FAIRFIELD COUNTY – St. John’s Episcopal Church is partnering with the Fairfield County School District to collect coats and other needed clothing for the children of homeless families in the school district. The endeavor is the latest of several outreach programs St. John’s offers the community. Janet Brakefield, who has been a member of St. […]
Public Hearing for proposed Lake Wateree subdivision set for Aug. 28
August 21, 2025 By
WINNSBORO – A public hearing will be held by the Fairfield County Planning Commission on Thursday, Aug. 28, at 6 p.m., in the County Council Chamber, in the Fairfield County Governmental Complex at 250 N. Walnut St., in Winnsboro Public can comment can be made at that meeting concerning a proposed housing development known as […]
WHS, FCHS football players step into Kappa League leadership
August 21, 2025 By
BLYTHEWOOD – Eleven young men from Westwood High School and Fairfield Central High School have taken a step toward leadership and community impact by joining the Columbia Alumni Chapter of Kappa Alpha Psi’s Kappa League. The induction ceremony, held on Sunday, August 17, marked the beginning of a journey focused on personal growth, mentorship, and […]
