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The effects of soil degradation
NORTH CAROLINA — Soil degradation is an environmental concern that occurs when land becomes less fit for a specific purpose, like crop production. As the soil loses nutrients, namely phosphorous, nitrogen and potassium, crop yields can decline significantly, compounding the problem of food shortages resulting from a growing global population.
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‘Tis the season – for tomatoes!
NEWBERRY COUNTY — I love a good tomato. On a big juicy burger or, my favorite, the Mater Sammich, with a slathering of mayo (Dukes, of course). We’re now entering Tomato Season, a time of joy but also of tragedy. Tomato plants like to die. They have a death wish.…
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GLP-1s can help shed the lbs., but tennis can keep you fit for life
Nearly 1 in 8 Americans have turned to GLP-1s to shed pounds. For many, these drugs offer a powerful starting point to trimming their waistlines — but not a complete path to long-term health.
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SCDPS names new state transport police captain
COLUMBIA — The SC Department of Public Safety has promoted Chiman Chan to Captain of Upstate Enforcement and Special Operations for the South Carolina State Transport Police (STP).
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A story worth sharing …
On June 19, 2026 three Charleston residents, two of whom are originally from Newberry, toed the starting line of the Big Horn 100-Mile Ultramarathon in Wyoming with two goals in mind. The first goal was to finish the race in the allotted time of 35 hours. The second goal was…
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SCHP aims for top spot in national calendar contest
COLUMBIA — The South Carolina Highway Patrol is once again looking to earn a top spot in America’s Best Looking Cruiser Calendar Contest and we need your help!
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Liberty Gardens planted at local elementary schools
NEWBERRY — Through grant funds from Keep America Beautiful to celebrate the Nations 250th birthday, Keep Newberry County Beautiful, a division of the Newberry Soil and Water Conservation District implemented “Liberty Gardens” at four local elementary schools. Whitmire Community School, Ruebens Elementary, Prosperity Rikard Elementary and Gallman Elementary received Raised…
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New monument celebrated in downtown Newberry
NEWBERRY – Memorial Park, located in downtown Newberry, officially has a Revolutionary War Monument dedicated to the men and women of Newberry County who fought in support of the American Revolution.
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SC State Fair opens entries for 2026 Competitive Exhibits
COLUMBIA — From handmade quilts and photography to homegrown produce, baking and fine arts, the South Carolina State Fair invites exhibitors of all ages and experience levels to share their talents, traditions and creativity through its 2026 competitive exhibits program. Registration is now open and runs through Sept. 1. The…
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Deer Lottery applications now available
SOUTH CAROLINA — The S.C. Department of Natural Resources (SCDNR) is now accepting applications for deer lottery hunts (adult and youth) on public lands through August 15 at 11:59 p.m. EDT.
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Revolutionary War Monument dedication is July 3
NEWBERRY – “Oyez, Oyez, Oyez,” cries Town Crier, Bob Montgomery as he invites the community to attend the official monument dedication for the Newberry County Patriots of the American Revolution.
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