BLYTHEWOOD/FAIRFIELD COUNTY – As the armyworm infestation is reportedly moving rapidly across the state, Kenny Mullis, who manages a number of farm pastures in Blythewood and Fairfield County, says the infestation in this area is worse than he’s seen in years. “They come in cycles, but it’s been a while since we’ve seen them this […]
Fairfield sheriff seeks help in ID’ing witnesses
August 22, 2024 By
FAIRFIELD COUNTY – The Fairfield County Sheriff’s Office continues to investigate an armed robbery that occurred on July 5, 2024, at the Dollar General Store located on SC Highway 34 W, near Salem Crossroads in Blair area of Fairfield County. According to a press release from the Sheriff, the two individuals pictured above were in […]
EMS verifies individual transfer from July 3 event
August 15, 2024 By
BLYTHEWOOD – Following the Town’s Rockin’ Red White and Blue fireworks celebration on July 3, at Doko Park, the Town government reported that a teen was arrested and charged with Aggravated Breach of Peace after shooting a splat (toy) gun in the park and was transported to Alvin S. Glenn detention center. But there were […]
Westwood student arrested with gun
August 15, 2024 By
BLYTHEWOOD – A 14-year-old student was arrested earlier this week following confirmation that the juvenile was in possession of a loaded firearm on school grounds at Westwood High School, according to Sheriff Leon Lott in a press release. On Aug. 12, at approximately 9 a.m., a Student Resource Officer at Westwood High School was notified […]
New details released in Smith’s murder charge
August 14, 2024 By
LEXINGTON, S.C. – A Winnsboro man has been charged earlier this week with murder in the stabbing death of a man found inside a burning home in Lexington, County, on July 20, 2024, according to a Lexington County Sheriff’s report. Edward Leroy Smith, 39, of Winnsboro, was arrested on Tuesday, Aug. 13, and charged with […]
Truck crashes into building in downtown Winnsboro
August 13, 2024 By
WINNSBORO – Shortly before noon on Tuesday, Aug. 13, a pickup truck smashed into the front of a building at 116 S. Congress Street, in downtown Winnsboro. Winnsboro Department of Public Safety Chief Patrick Clemens said the truck had been stopped at the First Citizens Bank drive thru teller when the driver stepped out of […]
Firefighters needed in Fairfield County
August 8, 2024 By
WINNSBORO – Long an advocate for full staffing of Fairfield County’s fire stations, County Councilwoman Peggy Swearingen has said more than once: “If you live in western Fairfield County and your house catches on fire, it’s going to burn down.” While he doesn’t agree with Swearingen’s assessment, Fairfield County Fire Chief Jamie Webb says the […]
Severe storms cause damage in Blythewood ahead of Tropical Storm Debby
August 8, 2024 By
BLYTHEWOOD – Several areas in Blythewood experienced flooding on the afternoon of Saturday, Aug. 5 as heavy rainfall fell across the area for hours. The cause of the heavy rainfall was not related to Tropical Storm Debby. It was caused by an upper-level trough along with a weak surface front which worked into the area […]
Peace on Earth named Chamber’s Small Bus. of Year
August 1, 2024 By
RIDGEWAY – The Fairfield County Chamber of Commerce’s 2024 annual meeting brought about 125 members and friends to The Farm at Ridgeway Wednesday night, July 24. It was a night of dining, visiting, and dancing to the music of the Sherrie Cafaro Trio, with the presentation of the annual business awards being the highlight of […]
Summer Nights
August 1, 2024 By
WINNSBORO – It was a great band, fine weather, and a big crowd – which made for a fun evening of dancin’ and visitin’ at the third free Summer Night’s concert of the season. The Wrong Side of the Tracks band provided the entertainment with music that absolutely pleased the crowd. And just about everybody […]
