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Caldwell Promoted to Juvenile Crime Prevention Sergeant
NEWBERRY – The Newberry Police Department will soon see a new juvenile crime prevention sergeant in Khadijah Caldwell, as she’s recently been promoted from her former position of corporal. Police Chief Kevin Goodman said he’s excited to see what personal touches Caldwell will put into that position. Caldwell...
Ammons announces candidacy
NEWBRRY — Today, I am proud to announce my candidacy for the South Carolina House of Representatives, representing the 40thdistrict. It is with great enthusiasm and dedication that I step forward to serve the people of our community and work towards a brighter future for our state. I have...
Rosenwald and Newberry schools
NEWBERRY — Who is Rosenwald and what did he have to do with schools in Newberry County?. Julius Rosenwald (1862-1932) was a wealthy businessman. He was part owner and leader of Sears, Roebuck and Company. Rather than keep all of his wealth for his family, Rosenwald chose to be a philanthropist. His friend, African American educator Booker T. Washington, convinced him of the need for better African American schools.
Four Bulldogs named to all-region
NEWBERRY — Newberry High School celebrates four varsity basketball players named to region 2-AA all-region team announced on last week. Senior point guard Darius Elkins racked up the accolades in his last season. He was named the region 2-AA Player of the Year, selected to the all-state team and was an all-region selection.
Newberry County Touchdown Club hosts awards banquet
NEWBERRY —The Newberry County Touchdown Club hosted their annual end of the year awards banquet on Monday, Feb.12 at the Community Hall center in downtown Newberry. The guest speaker was Mickey Plyler, who hosts a popular radio show in the Upstate on WCCP. The awards honored student-athletes from all...
Newberry falls to Keenan in playoffs
NEWBERRY — The Newberry Bulldogs(16-10, 8-0 region 2-AA) magical run came to an end on Friday night as they fell 73-49 at home to Keenan(11-13, 5-3 region 4-AA). It was packed gym for the second round state playoffs matchup between the Bulldogs and the Raiders. The energy was high before the start of the tip and things got even better when the game got started.
Newberry Housing Authority unveils new logo
NEWBERRY — The Newberry Housing Authority has rebranded with a new logo. Our new logo brand is unique to the Newberry Housing Authority. The logo features a stylized house and light pole. The new image brand captures the Newberry Housing Authority’s spirit and will be used internally and externally...
State Museum announces “Disability Celebration Day” event on March 9
COLUMBIA — The South Carolina State Museum is excited to announce the return of its Disability Celebration Day event, celebrating the 1.1 million adults and nearly 250,000 children living with a disability in South Carolina, on March 9. Guests of all ages and abilities are invited to visit the museum and get creative with disability-adapted activities and sensory-friendly experiences.
Church honors Ukraine and peace with walnut tree
NEWBERRY — On Sunday, February 4, members of Clayton Memorial Unitarian Universalist Church in Newberry observed their annual Water Ceremony, bringing together waters from places of special significance to each of them. The collected waters are symbolic of coming together as a world community for peace, liberty and justice....
How do we treat others?
So many times we don’t realize the way we treat others is how we treat the Lord. The Bible explains this to us in Matthew 25: 35-40 “For I was an hungered, and ye gave me meat: I was thirsty, and ye gave me drink: I was a stranger, and ye took me in: Naked, and ye clothed me: I was sick, and ye visited me: I was in prison, and ye came into me. Then shall the righteous answer him, saying, Lord, when saw we thee an hungered, and we fed thee? or thirsty, and gave thee drink? When saw we thee a stranger, and took thee in? or naked, and clothed thee?
Dating tips while in recovery in addiction
Dating while in recovery from drug or alcohol addiction is challenging, especially in early recovery. There are ups and downs, things go wrong, and there are moments where you would question your sobriety. Valentine’s Day even has a way of shining a bright spotlight on love and romance; you’re either...
Memorial created for fallen police, firefighters
NEWBERRY – The Newberry Public Safety Complex, located at 1507 Nance Street, is now home to a memorial for fallen City of Newberry police officers and firefighters thanks to a generous donation. Tami Taylor, owner of La-T-Da’s Garden Creation, LLC in Spartanburg reached out to Police Chief Kevin Goodman...
Drone usage for beginners
NEWBERRY COUNTY — Drones continue to attract hobbyists across the world. In mid-2017, 8 percent of Americans said they owned a drone, and nearly 60 percent had seen one in action, according to a Pew Research Center survey. The Federal Aviation Administration predicted sales of drones would reach seven million units by 2020.
Newberry Housing Authority celebrates its retiree
NEWBERRY — The Board of Commissioners of the Housing Authority of the City of Newberry recently honored two long-time employees on their retirement with an official board resolution. Carrie J. Epting began employment with Newberry Housing Authority on February 19, 2001 and served as the Section 8 Coordinator; Laurie...
Lady Bulldogs fall to Landrum on the road in the first round of the state playoffs
LANDRUM, S.C. — The lady Bulldogs of Newberry(7-13, 2-5 region 2-AA) had their 2023-24 basketball season end on last Wednesday after a first round loss in the state playoffs to Landrum(24-3, 9-1 region 1-AA). The lady Bulldogs fell 77-21 to the lady Cardinals. Newberry had to take their show...
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