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SCHP Troopers spread holiday cheer
BLYTHEWOOD, S.C. – The South Carolina Highway Patrol, in partnership with the S.C. Troopers Association and Walmart, brings comfort to children across the state ahead of the holiday season. More than 130 children who have been impacted by a highway tragedy joined S.C. Highway Patrol Community Relations Officers and...
Newberry girls dominate in revenge win over Union County at home
NEWBERRY — Newberry High School varsity girl’s basketball get revenge in a blowout home win over Union County. The lady Bulldogs defeated the lady Yellow Jackets 45-25 on Thursday evening at home. The home team jumped on the visitors from the opening tip and didn’t let up. Both...
Newberry College honors largest-ever fall graduating class
NEWBERRY — “The table is set. It is time for you to take a seat at that table so that you can eat, and so that you can leave no crumbs,” said commencement speaker Dr. John Lesaine to Newberry College’s graduating class of fall 2023. “I’m saying that you need to be committed to living a life of excellence. That everything that you do, you do it well. I know you’re hungry for greatness, and that’s great, but get this: the world is hungry for your greatness as well, because there is a great need for each and every one of you.
Junior Chiefs, Peewee Jets secure 2023 city league championships
NEWBERRY — The City of Newberry Parks and Recreation recently wrapped up their 2023 season with the Junior Chiefs and Peewee Jets being crowned as champs after two exciting championship games. In the first game, the Peewee Jets dominated the Peewee Colts to win 28-0. It was the Jets...
Rebels’ complete season sweep against Batesburg-Leesville in thrilling home win
PROSPERITY — Mid-Carolina(3-4) varsity boys’ basketball team completed the regular season sweep against the Batesburg-Leesville(3-2) on Tuesday evening after defeating them 62-58 at home. The two teams met each other a week ago, and the Rebels were able to get their second win of the season and second...
National Human Rights Day overshadowed by human rights violations
Sunday, December 10, was National Human Rights Day, accepted worldwide after the Declaration of Human Rights was passed by the United Nations in 1948. The declaration meant that human rights would be universally protected. It’s been recognized worldwide for 75 years, this year’s theme is “Freedom, equality and justice for all.”
Lady Rebels cruise in home win over Batesburg-Leesville to extend win streak
PROSPERITY — The Lady Rebels varsity basketball team extend their win streak after destroying lady Panthers at home on Tuesday evening. Mid-Carolina(5-1) defeated Batesburg-Leesville 57-14 at home for their fifth straight win of the season. The two squads had their first meeting exactly one week ago for Tuesday’s match-up...
Coroner identifies man who died in law enforcement related shooting
NEWBERRY — Newberry County Coroner Laura Kneece has identified the individual who died in a law enforcement related shooting incident that occurred in the Whitmire area of Newberry County at approximately 9:30 P.M. on December 7, 2023. According to Coroner Kneece, Mr. David Michael Kitchens, 35, of Whitmire was...
SLED investigating officer involved shooting in Newberry
NEWBERRY — Agents from the South Carolina Law Enforcement Division (SLED) are investigating an officer involved shooting which occurred on the evening of Thursday, December 7, 2023, in Newberry County. According to officials, a deputy with the Newberry County Sheriff’s Office responded to a 911 call about a man...
Prefer another
I read a story about some children who wanted to build a clubhouse where they could meet and play together. A clubhouse has to have rules, so they came up with three. Nobody act big, nobody act small, everybody act medium. What a message in these rules for all of...
Updates in Newberry
Al Harvey, the City of Newberry’s longest serving city manager, passed away recently. Al served as Newberry’s city manager from 1979—2000 and was so good at it, the City Council asked him to come out of retirement in 2013 to be city manager again. He served another three years at the city’s helm. Al was a kind gentleman, loved Newberry and accomplished much as city manager. A ride around Newberry would show many things he helped accomplish that we enjoy today. We extend our condolences and appreciation to his family.
RSV prevention options can help protect your child this season
PICKENS COUNTY — Last fall, the United States saw an early and significant spike in cases of Respiratory Syncytial Virus, or RSV, which is the leading cause of hospitalizations in all infants. Now, there are options available to help prevent RSV in babies, including a preventive antibody and an RSV vaccination during pregnancy.
Upcoming GAL Training in Newberry County
NEWBERRY — The Cass Elias McCarter Guardian ad Litem Program, a division of the South Carolina Department of Children’s Advocacy, is offering free online training to those interested in becoming a volunteer Guardian ad Litem (GAL) in Newberry County. GALs advocate on behalf of abused and neglected children who are involved in family court legal proceedings through the Department of Social Services (DSS). The next training will begin on January 9, 2024. What better gift to give during the holiday season than the gift of advocacy for the vulnerable children of South Carolina. There is no better time than right now to become a volunteer. Both morning and evening virtual sessions are available to help accommodate volunteers’ busy schedules.
Ron DeSantis stops in Prosperity
NEWBERRY — Presidential candidate and Florida Governor, Ron DeSantis, came and spoke about the election, his campaign and his plans as commander in chief at a rally in Prosperity on Friday, December 1. “If you look at the direction of our country and how we’re going on the wrong...
Wolverines outlast Eagles at home in their second clash of the season for the series sweep
WHITMIRE — Newberry Academy(1-5, 1-1 region) boys’ basketball fell short for the second time this season against Whitmire(3-1) on Wednesday evening. The Wolverines defeated the Eagles 29-23 in front of their crowd. The home team got off to a sluggish start after defeating Riverwalk Academy on the previous...
First North Atlantic Right Whale Mom and Calf Pair Sighted in 2023-2024 Calving Season
CLEARWATER, FL — Researchers with Clearwater Marine Aquarium Research Institute (CMARI) have sighted the first North Atlantic right whale mom and calf pair of the 2023-2024 season off the coast of South Carolina. The mother, Juno (Catalog #1612), estimated to be over 38 years old, has successfully given birth to her 8th documented calf.
Newberry Academy defeats Whitmire twice in a week to complete regular season sweep
WHITMIRE — The Newberry Academy girls’ basketball team completed the season sweep against Whitmire on Wednesday evening. The lady Eagles(2-3) defeated the lady Wolverines(0-3) 30-16 on the road. The two teams faced off again for the second time in six days and the lady Eagles got the best...
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