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  • Local teen graduates from SCSDB

    Local teen graduates from SCSDB

    SPARTANBURG — Newberry resident Aaron Sease recently graduated from the South Carolina School for the Deaf and the Blind (SCSDB) in Spartanburg.


  • Logue reaches Eagle Scout rank

    Logue reaches Eagle Scout rank

    LITTLE MOUNTAIN — May 3, 2026, was a great time for celebration as Troop 61, Little Mountain, hosted an Eagle Court of Honor for Thomas Logue at the Little Mountain Ruritan Club Building.


  • A life devoted to public service, professionalism

    A life devoted to public service, professionalism

    NEWBERRY — Dr. Boyd Hobson Parr of Newberry has devoted his life to professionalism and public service.


  • Museum expands exhibit highlighting history of Newberry College

    Museum expands exhibit highlighting history of Newberry College

    NEWBERRY — The Newberry Museum recently expanded and relocated its exhibit highlighting the deep history of Newberry College. Previously on the main floor of the museum, the exhibit has now relocated to the mezzanine level of the museum and has been redesigned into six distinct topics, beginning with the exploration…


  • Crescent Hospice welcomes Castellone as MD

    Crescent Hospice welcomes Castellone as MD

    GREENWOOD — Crescent Hospice recently announced Dr. Reid D. Castellone, MD, as Medical Director for the Greenwood, South Carolina region, strengthening the organization’s commitment to providing compassionate, patient-centered hospice care for individuals and families across the community.


  • Council recognizes employees for service

    Council recognizes employees for service

    NEWBERRY COUNTY — Newberry County recognized a handful of employees for their continued service to the county during the May 20 council meeting.


  • Paying tribute to those who gave the ultimate sacrifice

    Paying tribute to those who gave the ultimate sacrifice

    NEWBERRY — Community members braved the looming storms to remember and honor those who gave the ultimate sacrifice for our country during the annual Memorial Day ceremony held at the Edward Kyzer Firehouse Conference Center on May 24.


  • Memorial Holiday kicks off 100 Deadly Days of Summer

    Memorial Holiday kicks off 100 Deadly Days of Summer

    SOUTH CAROLINA — Memorial Day marks the start of the 100 Deadly Days of Summer travel season as the South Carolina Department of Public Safety (SCDPS) steps up its Buckle Up, South Carolina (BUSC) campaign reminding motorists seat belts save lives and reduce injuries.


  • Now You Know: Where did Agatha go?

    Now You Know: Where did Agatha go?

    What happens when a world-famous mystery crime novelist goes missing, only to resurface roughly two weeks later claiming to not remember who she is, you might ask, and I’m glad you did because just such a harrowing adventure befell British author Agatha Chrisitie.


  • Town of Whitmire welcomes Palmetto Citizens FCU

    Town of Whitmire welcomes Palmetto Citizens FCU

    WHITMIRE — Folks down the road in Whitmire had cause for celebration as they welcomed Palmetto Citizens Federal Credit Union to town during a ribbon cutting ceremony Monday morning.


  • Buying cute Easter chicks? Don’t.

    Buying cute Easter chicks? Don’t.

    PICKENS COUNTY — Baby chickens and ducks make for adorable Easter scenery, as their soft feathers and diminutive size make them a natural draw for inquisitive and loving children just looking for a new pet. But those little winged cuties will grow up into adult animals, which often make them…


  • County Council reviews proposed FY 2026-27 budget

    County Council reviews proposed FY 2026-27 budget

    NEWBERRY COUNTY — Newberry County Council began discussions on the 2026-27 Budget during two work sessions last week. All numbers presented are projected numbers and are subject to change.


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