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Jazz and Wine Mayfest at Newberry Opera House
NEWBERRY — Jazz and Wine Mayfest will be held from 6 p.m. to 7:30 p.m. May 4 in the Newberry Opera House Courtyard before the Legends of Doo Wop show at 8 p.m. The entertainment will be provided by John Wagner and Friends: John Wagner, emeritus professor of music at Newberry College (flute and clarinet), Sawn Hair (piano), Martin Giles (drums), Josh Seawright (bass), and Millie Black (vocals). The Newberry Opera House Guild will serve the...
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School district recognizes student writers
NEWBERRY — Almost 200 student writers had their stories published in this year’s Newberry County School District anthology. Students along with family, friends and teachers filled every inch of the Newberry Elementary auditorium for the awards ceremony in which each student received a certificate and a copy of the book. In addition, each school has a copy as does the district office. This year’s theme was Putting the Pieces Together and t...
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WorkKeys can help Newberry workforce excel
NEWBERRY — The goal for the South Carolina Work Ready Communities group is to ensure the growth of South Carolina communities by creating an environment conducive to business workforce and economic development. A Newberry County Workforce Solutions breakfast was held Thursday morning to discuss how the county could improve and prepare its students to not only enter higher education after graduation, but enter the ever-changing job market as...
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Jail Log
The following persons were booked into the Newberry County Detention Center. All persons are innocent until proven guilty. Family Court Clarence Dewayne Huggins, 32, failure to pay child support. S.C. Highway Patrol Clarence Justin Weatherford, 21, traffic violation, giving false information to law enforcement, fire department or rescue department, giving beer or wine to minor. Newberry Police Kimberly Lishee Geyer, 22, tr...
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Suspect caught after morning manhunt
CHAPIN — An armed man was taken into custody in the Chapin area after a manhunt started Thursday morning between Little Mountain and Chapin. The search for Joseph E. “Joe” Derrick, 40, of 1796 Beagle Run Road in Chapin, began around 8:57 a.m. Thursday. He was armed with a 40-caliber handgun, said Todd Johnson with the Newberry County Sheriff’s Department. Derrick threw his weapon on the ground and that is when the deputies caught him, acc...
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Joint Newberry, Lexington park gets second nod
NEWBERRY — The merging of Newberry and Lexington industry continues to move forward in hopes of enhancing economic development in the area. Second reading for the joint county industrial park of Newberry and Lexington counties was approved by Newberry County Council at Wednesday night’s meeting. County Administrator Wayne Adams said there are no specific projects yet for the 220-acre park, which will be in Chapin. Council also unanimous...
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Tennessee man found guilty in Wilson Road burglaries
NEWBERRY — A Tennessee man charged with stealing from businesses in Newberry was found guilty during General Sessions Court held the week starting April 22. Jeffrey Glenn McCoy, 39, of Humboldt, Tenn., was sentenced to 10 to 15 years in prison for second-degree burglary and safe cracking businesses along Wilson Road in Newberry. He was also wanted in Mississippi and Tennessee. Others guilty pleas were: • Charmaine Shekist Wise, 28, Pros...
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‘Epicenter of expertise’ at Newberry College moving forward
NEWBERRY — Having one of the largest departments on the Newberry College campus, the Education Department is comprised of approximately 500 students. To expand and become more involved within the community, the Speers Street School will be renovated and house the Institute for Teacher Leadership, which will hold the Department of Teacher Education and Sports Professions. The zoning plans for the complex were recently submitted to the Newb...
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Police light the way for Special Olympics
Natalie Netzel|The Observer Athletes run down Main Street on Thursday afternoon for the Special Olympics as part of the Law Enforcement Torch Run for the Special Olympics providing awareness and fund raising for the Special Olympics. City of Newberry officers and troopers with the S.C. Highway Patrol escorted the runners through Newberry. The runners started in Greenville and a ceremony will be held in Columbia on Saturday. The movement occu...
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Newberry High students unite with special athletes
NEWBERRY — Newberry High School hosted the Project Unify Special Olympics on Mike Ware field April 23. About 120 NHS student volunteers helped coach and run fun stations in the Olympic Village for elementary through high school aged students with special needs. The fun-filled day began with a balloon launch and opening lap walked by all of the participants and ended with an awards ceremony where medals were given out. Parents, students, tea...
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Newberry High pageant winners
The Miss Newberry High School pageant winners were, from left, Jennie Jackson, People’s Choice Award winner; Haymona Smith, Miss Senior; Eva Derrick, Miss Junior; Leeann Purcell, Miss Newberry High School; Kenley Longshore, Miss Sophomore; and Megan Clark, Miss Freshman.
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Free orthopaedic screening for children Saturday
GREENVILLE — The Greenville Shriners Hospital is pleased to invite all children under age 18 to a free orthopaedic screening Saturday at the Greenville Shriners Hospital located at 950 West Faris Road, Greenville from 9 a.m. to noon. The screening will help identify children in the area who can benefit from the expert care provided at Shriners Hospitals for Children. Children who have an orthopaedic injury or disease involving the bones, ...
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Students honored at Piedmont Tech’s 39th annual awards program
NEWBERRY — At Piedmont Technical College’s 39th annual Student Awards and Recognition Program, president Dr. Ray Brooks applauded the achievements of more than 75 student leaders. The ceremony attracted students, faculty, staff, friends and family members. Becky McIntosh, vice president for student development, welcomed students and guests, and Karla Gilliam, respiratory care instructor, was principal speaker. Students who were listed in ...
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Newberry Adult Ed students honored
Newberry Adult Education teachers rewarded students with a certificate for student of the month based on his or her academic progress and work ethics in the classroom. David Green, adult education director, noted that teachers and himself enjoy recognizing adult students who have returned to school and are putting forth an extra effort to obtain their academic goals. Outstanding students of the month are Colby Stephens, Ismelda Rojas, and Tre...
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Legends of Doo Wop performing at NOH this weekend
NEWBERRY — The Legends of Doo Wop will take the Newberry Opera House stage at 8 p.m. May 4 for a night of fun. The Super Group — featuring Tony Passalaqua of “The Archies,” Tommy Mara of “The Crests,” Frank Mancuso of “The Imaginations” and Steve Horn of “The Five Sharks” — are four legendary singers boasting several hit songs. The Legends of Doo Wop are expert practitioners of the art of the 1950’s Doo Wop music, characterized by nonsens...
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