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God has enough Grace for everyone
In God’s Word we find strength that we need for today and every day of our life. God knows that we can not live a perfect life, that’s why He gave us the Bible to […]
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What the Chamber can do for you
Many people think that just because they are unable to attend Chamber functions, that investing in the Chamber would not have any benefits. While being engaged in the various events and activities does expose one […]
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Two Things I Would Change in the Tax Code
There are so many things wrong with our tax code and most politicians try to capitalize on this by making broad generalizations and promises which they can’t possibly deliver. I’m not going to do that. […]
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The Opioid Epidemic
We are in the midst of our nation’s deadliest drug epidemic ever! Over 20 million people have substance use disorders. According to the CDC, overdose deaths caused by opioids have quadrupled since 1999. Drug overuse […]
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Surplus is great news, but we can’t afford a spending spree
First, the good news: South Carolina closed out the 2018 fiscal year, which ended June 30, with a $177 million revenue surplus. That’s encouraging not just because of what it means for the state’s finances, […]
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Upcoming Chamber Events
“Meet Dominion Energy” on September 18, please join us for a special presentation by Dominion Energy about the company’s proposed merger with SCE&G. Interstate Marketing Manager Jason Waters will be on hand at the Chamber […]
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Recommendations for Senior Safety
AARP is a worldwide organization that promotes dignity and purpose for elder persons encouraging them to “serve and not be served.” Teresa Arnold, AARP S.C. director, is spokesperson. She will discuss recommendations from a Long […]
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I found this speech very informative and placing this in four segments for “Till Next Time!”
The Affirmative Action Executive Order in 1965, there were other actions taken during the Great Society that were meant to transform America. The Civil Rights Act of 1964 was sound legislation, authorized by the Fourteenth […]
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The Literacy Council is a Cool Place!
Happy September from the Newberry County Literacy Council. September brings the hope of cooler weather and also the beginning of Council activities and programs described in last month’s column: the kids’ after-school program at the […]
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Witness for Christ
We are to be a witness for Christ. Many times we put off things that we should do today and we never get those things done. We are not promised tomorrow, so let’s witness for […]
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Calling Breast Cancer Survivors
Later this month, The Newberry Observer will be publishing a special section for breast cancer awareness. As many people know, breast cancer awareness, or any cancer awareness, helps to reduce the stigma of the disease […]
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Law enforcement and community partnerships make Newberry a better place
August has been a great month for community involvement and at the Newberry Police Department, we are excited for the efforts put forth by citizens combined with law enforcement agencies to make Newberry a better […]