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Frankie O'Neal reads Ferdinand the Bull to Kadeem Hopkins , Jonathan Brown and Victoria Vega-Zambrano.
Library, community celebrate Children’s Book Week
Kevin Boozer Staff Writer WINNSBORO — Guests from the community volunteered time to read to children at the Fairfield County Library this week as part of Children’s Librarian Chrishonda Gaither’s celebration of National Children’s Book Week. On Wednesday a group of around 15 children were read to by Kevin Boozer, a staff writer at The Herald Independent and children’s book author. Thursday children’s book author Constance Brown read her...
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Original Crooked Run church building, front view.
Second oldest Baptist church in Fairfield County in jeopardy
Lucas Vance Staff Writer WINNSBORO — The original Crooked Run Baptist church building is located at 7978 S.C. 269 and is the second oldest Baptist church building in Fairfield County. Crooked Run, built in 1836, is in danger of being torn down because of its close proximity to the new building, which was built in 1976. The original building is perceived as a fire hazard, which has forced the church to pay a higher premium on its insuran...
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The Wynne Dee home will be part of the ceremonies on Monday.
UDC, SCV will pay homage to John Bratton
Lucas Vance Staff Writer WINNSBORO — The United Daughters of Confederacy, John Bratton 929 Chapter and the Sons of Confederate Veterans of the Gen. John Bratton Camp 1816 Chapter are combining their efforts May 20 to remember John Bratton (1831-1898). The two groups were formed to bring together descendants of the participants in the Civil War. Bratton was born in and died in Winnsboro and served as a U.S. Representative along with serv...
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Winnsboro resident and Winnsboro native Oliver Johnson has his say about county tax rates and county council's policies during the public comment session of the county council meeting.
County council, public at odds over taxes, budget
Kevin Boozer Staff Writer WINNSBORO — Does Fairfield County need jobs and industry or would the county be better off transitioning into a large retirement community? The public raised questions such as those at the Monday meeting of Fairfield County Council when a number of people spoke during the public comment period to give their opinions about county tax rates and how tax dollars are being managed. Council Chairman David Ferguson ...
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Calvin Johnson enacts stealing silver in one of the play's opening numbers.
FCHS theatre department tackles Les Miserables
Kevin Boozer Staff Writer WINNSBORO — The arts came alive at Fairfield Central High School with the school’s theatre department putting on the musical Les Miserables. That ambitious choice was anchored by senior Calvin Johnson who used his This School’s Got Talent competitor’s vocal ability to play the lead role of Jean Valjean. He provided the strong solos around which other talent was blended for the musical by Alain Boublil and Claud...
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Anglers take to Lake Monticello Saturday in Jenkinsville's first smal lmouth bass tournament.
Jenkinsville hosts inaugural fishing tournament
Kevin Boozer Staff Writer JENKINSVILLE — At first light Saturday, a new chapter begins for the Town of Jenkinsville. The five-year-old municipality hosts its first ever Small mouth Bass Open Team Tournament and Family Day. The bass tournament, held in conjunction with Tri-State Bass Fishing Club is part of the town’s growth process. Jenkinsville Mayor Gregory Ginyard said the town aspires to have an event on par with Ridgeway’s Pig on...
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Summer movie nights coming soon
Kevin Boozer Staff Writer WINNSBORO — Start marking down the days on your calendar before you need to pull out that blanket or lawn chair for outdoor movie nights in Winnsboro. The first Summer Movie Night is June 20 and the show begins at dark, around 8:40 p.m., at the parking lot beside gazebo park and First Citizen’s Bank. The movie, Here Comes the Boom, is one recommended to the town and chamber of commerce by Swank Motion Picture...
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Superintendent J.R. Green discusses a potential paradigm shift in technology education in the district.
Electronic device policy discussed at town hall meeting
Kevin Boozer Staff Writer WINNSBORO — At his final town hall meeting for 2013, School Superintendent J.R. Green called upon educators and administrators to revamp the way educators embrace technology in Fairfield County. He advocates a “bring your own device policy” that would allow students to bring their own iPods, iPads and smartphones and use them in ways that are integrated into the curriculum. Green admitted that some parents mi...
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Elsie King Hamler, president of the Benedict College National Alumni Association, was the guest speaker at the Fairfield County Benedict Alumni Club's annual banquet held April 20 at the Fairfield County Recreation Department.
Benedict Alumni Club holds annual banquet
WINNSBORO — The Fairfield County Benedict Alumni Club held its annual banquet April 20 at the Fairfield County Recreation Department. The theme was Global Commitment for Positive Change. John Peoples (Class of 1964) presided. Music was provided by JoAnn McCray and Mary L. Bouknight. The praise dancers from Gethsemane Baptist Church performed. Elsie King Hamler, president of the Benedict College National Alumni Association, was the speaker...
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Attorney warns of fraud aimed at elderly
Recently, there has been disturbing stories circulating of financial advisors making inappropriate changes to the investment strategies of retirees. For example, an 80 year old retired widow was advised by her financial advisor to convert her short term Certificate of Deposits into 25 year annuities that cannot be broken without penalties. Though we all hope to reach the ripe old age of 105 years old, usually not sound financial planning for ...
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Terrific Trey is Pet of the Week. Might his forever home be yours?
Tremendous Trey is Pet of the Week
WINNSBORO — Trey is a sweet three-legged Chihuahua that came into the adoption center because his owners had to move and could not have pets. He is missing his left front leg but doesn’t seem to even notice. He gets around just as fast as any other dog at the shelter. Trey is neutered and current on all shots. He is very lovable and quite frisky. He is about 2-3 years old and wants a family that would let him be a normal dog. To meet Trey and...
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Back row, Doug Porter, Belva Bush, and Donald Prioleau, and front row, left to right, Charlene Herring, Denise Jones, Jennie Price, and Russ Brown recognize Jones and Price with the Cottonyard Market as Ridgeway's Entrepreneurs of the Year.
Ridgeway Council discusses Arts on Ridge, new restaurant
Kevin Boozer Staff Writer RIDGEWAY — Several positive economic events were celebrated at last week’s Ridgeway Town Council meeting including Arts on the Ridge turning a profit for the first time despite a low turnout due to bad weather. Councilman Russ Brown said it was nice to walk around and see people enjoying themselves and he thanked the committee for hosting such “a classy event.” Ridgeway Mayor Charlene Herring said she is than...
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Sheldon Johnson
Students of the Week
RIDGEWAY — The Academic Student of the Week for The School District of Fairfield County is Sheldon Johnson, a fifth-grade student at Kelly Miller Elementary School. He was chosen because he continuously demonstrates great academic performance and positive character traits. Sheldon is currently a member of the BETA Club and has made the Honor Roll for the entire 2012-2013 school year. He is very polite and a helpful student. He enjoys reading ...
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Ally Robinson is RWA Student of the Week.
Robinson is RWA student of the week
WINNSBORO — Richard Winn Academy proudly announces Ally Robinson as a Student of the Week. Ally is the daughter of Mr. and Mrs. William Robinson of Blythewood and the fifth-grade student of Linda Grant. Mrs. Grant is recognizing Ally for her great sense of responsibility toward school requirements, her constant dedication as a student and for being such a well-rounded individual. Ally comes to school each day with an eager “ready to learn” at...
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Lucas Vance, seen here, is hard at work on his first day on the job chasing down news stories for The Herald Independent.
Herald Independent hires local reporter
WINNSBORO — The Herald Independent welcomed local resident Lucas Vance as its newest staff member on Monday. Vance will cover local government, community news and sports. “I am thrilled to have Lucas join our staff in Winnsboro,” said Patricia Edwards, regional editor of The Herald Independent. “He is bringing experience to the table for us and that is something we can use to grow our readership. He is already a member of the community and ...
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Walter Thoma holds son, Parker, age 4, up to get a close look inside the cockpit of a COBRA helicopter, circa 1980.
Festival goers enjoy wings, wheels
Kevin Boozer Staff Writer WINNSBORO — Area residents and visitors from as far away as Atlanta and New Jersey came to the Fairfield County Airport and the S.C. Railroad Museum as part of the county’s Wings and Wheels festival on Saturday. Festival goers had the chance to fly in a helicopter by the JAARS missionary mission and they observed a close quarters landing on the runway by a JAARS plane, like the missionary group does when they d...
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The new equipment was recently welcomed into a newly renovated area. The renovations are compliments of the Fairfield Memorial Hospital Foundation.
FMH installs new digital mammography equipment
WINNSBORO — Fairfield Memorial Hospital’s new digital mammography machine incorporates advanced imaging technology that provides incredibly sharp images. Digital mammography is significantly better than firm screen mammography in screening women who are under age 50 or women of any age who have very dense breast tissue. In addition, studies show digital mammography uses less radiation than standard film mammography. Digital imaging generall...
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Career Center celebrating commitment day
WINNSBORO — As the 2012-2013 school year reaches its end, the Fairfield Career Center family wants to celebrate its departing seniors by recognizing their post-secondary commitments. On May 16, the public is invited to the first Academic Signing Day Program, aptly entitled “Commitment Day 2013.” The Commitment Day program will be held at the Fairfield Central High School Auditorium from 10 a.m. to 11:30 p.m. The program will highlight gra...
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Newly formed Civitas Media names CFO
DAVIDSON, N.C. — Jeff D. Sherman has been appointed as the first Chief Financial Officer of the newly formed Civitas Media, it was announced May 1 by CEO and President Michael C. Bush. Civitas Media is the parent company of The Union Daily Times. The appointment was effective April 22. Bush said Sherman is a detail-oriented, results driven professional who understands how important it is to provide great customer service. “We are please...
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Ridgeway men arrested in narcotics operation
RIDGEWAY — Two Ridgeway men were arrested earlier this month during a narcotics investigation by the Fairfield County Sheriff’s Department. Almonzo Lamar Belton, 32, of 1979 Qualls Road, and Marcus Jermaine Mobley, 29, of Weldon Lane, were arrested in the early morning hours of May 9 when deputies with the Fairfield County Sheriff’s Office executed a search warrant at Belton’s residence in the Longtown area of Fairfield County. “The Sheri...
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Ex-detention officer charged with taking inmates’ money
Kevin Boozer Staff Writer WINNSBORO — A former Fairfield County Detention Center officer faces charges of breach of trust with fraudulent intent. Thom Berry, public information officer with the South Carolina Law Enforcement Division, said Takisha Yolanda Roseboro, 36, of 81 Neason Lane in Winnsboro, was arrested May 10. From May 1, 2012 ,through October 2012, Roseboro was employed with the Fairfield County Detention Center and receiv...
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Christopher Zenoni was awarded the rank of Eagle Scout from the Boy Scouts of America on April 17. Zenoni earned his Eagle Scout rank while a member of Troop 78 in Ridgeway.
Zenoni earns rank of Eagle Scout
RIDGEWAY — Christopher Zenoni was awarded the rank of Eagle Scout from the Boy Scouts of America at a court of honor held on April 17. He is the son of John and Terri Zenoni of Blythewood and the grandson of Richard and Carolyn Moore of Blythewood, Dorothy and James Smith of Lexington and the late Johnny Zenoni. Zenoni earned his Eagle Scout rank while a member of Troop 78 in Ridgeway. His Eagle project was especially significant for him ...
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Quintin Byrum
RWA to graduate 15 in 2013 Class
Kevin Boozer Staff Writer WINNSBORO — Richard Winn Academy holds its graduation at 7 p.m. May 23. This year’s senior class includes 15 graduates. “This is a great class of students and I feel like each one of them can be a success,” said Dr. Nancy Coleman, head of RWA. “There is a lot of special talent among all of them.” Seniors are reminded that graduation practice is at 10 a.m. May 23, which is a student holiday and teacher work da...
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Repentance is the theme of Rev. Jeffery Williams' book.
Pastor’s book inspired by his own faith in God
Kevin Boozer Staff Writer WINNSBORO — Winnsboro Pastor Jeffrey Williams is self publishing his first book, The Final Call, this spring and it’s a book that actually started as a sermon. A pastor since 1980 in Winnsboro, he ministers at Jesus Christ’s Church, a Pentecostal house of worship found at 87 Robinson Ave. One day as he pondered scripture he asked himself why so many people failed in their walk with God and in daily life. “As ...
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