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Inmate asks to delay execution, says co-defendant who blamed him for killing had secret deal
COLUMBIA, S.C. (AP) — An inmate set to be executed in South Carolina in three weeks wants the state Supreme Court to delay the execution so his lawyers can argue his co-defendant who testified against him lied about having no plea deal in exchange for his testimony. Attorneys for Freddie Owens also said in court papers filed […]
Meet a 1L: Enrick Dickey ’27L
Enrick Dickey ’27L is from Sumter, South Carolina, although as a “military brat” he traveled around as he grew up. He received a B.A. in Law and Justice from Auburn University. What you are looking forward to in 1L year?. I’m most looking forward to getting to...
Dreher High student qualifies for National American Miss Competition
Dreher High School sophomore Elizabeth Wise has qualified to compete in the junior teen division of the National American Miss (NAM) competition. The beauty pageant emphasizes the importance of developing real-world skills and shaping the future leaders of tomorrow. Wise was named a junior teen division state finalist during the...
Midlands STEM opens new year on new campus
WINNSBORO – After a few weeks of delays, Midlands STEM Charter School (MSCS) opened the 2024-2025 school year on its new campus in Winnsboro on Wednesday, Aug. 23. MSCS is a 4K – 12 public, tuition-free charter school. The new 46,000 sq. ft building is set to accommodate 351 students, complete with science labs, extra spaces for clubs, a gym, an outdoor space for activities, and more.
Proposed residential rezoning on Syrup Mill Road postponed
WINNSBORO – Several items on Monday night’s county council agenda were postponed. The first item to be postponed was the second reading of Ordinance 837 – a request to consider rezoning a 64.35-acre Syrup Mill Road property located in Ridgeway and owned by JB Frazier and Phillip Brown. The property is located near the intersection of E. Peach Road and Syrup Mill road. The tax map number of the property is 200-00-00-015-000.
Town of Winnsboro’s audit reveals significant deficiency in financial control
WINNSBORO – When an auditor with Mauldin & Jenkins Auditing firm informed Winnsboro Town Council last week that the firm had found a significant deficiency and four material weaknesses in its audit of the Town’s 2023 finances, it didn’t come as a surprise to Town officials. The...
Over The Top boutique re-opens Sept. 6 in Ridgeway
RIDGEWAY – On Sept. 6, past and future boutique owner Tina Johnson will be back in business – literally. Johnson is re-opening her popular Over The Top boutique in downtown Ridgeway after closing it five years ago. “I ran the shop for 14 years, and loved every minute...
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