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Learn to improve quail habitat at SCDNR seminar
SOUTH CAROLINA — The S.C. Department of Natural Resources (SCDNR) will host its annual Wild Quail Management Seminar March 7-8 at the James W. Webb Wildlife Center and Management Area. Field demonstrations and classroom instruction will focus on habitat practices including firebreak establishment, prescribed burning, forest management, brush control,...
SC State Historical Records Advisory Board awarded $80K
SOUTH CAROLINA — The South Carolina State Historical Records Advisory Board (SHRAB) with assistance from the South Carolina Department of Archives and History (SCDAH) has been awarded $80,000 in federal grant funds from the National Historical Publications and Records Commission (NHPRC) to conduct an historical records regrant project. Local...
Newberry keeps on rolling and make it seven wins in a row to extend streak
NINETY SIX, S.C. — Newberry High School(12-9, 5-0 region 2-AA) varsity boys’ basketball team kept their win streak alive after going undefeated on last week and capping it off with a 48-35 win over Ninety Six(3-12, 0-4 region 2-AA) on Friday night. The Bulldogs entered Friday’s contest fresh...
Newberry High names Katelyn Heard as volleyball head coach
NEWBERRY — The Newberry High School volleyball program will be getting a new head volleyball coach for the 2024 season. Katelyn Heard was recently introduced as the head coach for the lady Bulldogs. The native of Yorktown, Va., got her coaching career started early. Heard tore her achilles at...
Backyard bird owners urged to keep flocks safe
SOUTH CAROLINA — Clemson University animal health officials are urging owners of backyard poultry flocks and pet waterfowl to keep their birds away from wild waterfowl and the waters they inhabit. The warning comes after backyard flocks in Horry and Orangeburg counties contracted the Eurasian strain of Highly Pathogenic...
This day in history
1606 – Guy Fawkes was executed after being convicted for his role in the “Gunpowder Plot” against the English Parliament and King James I. 1747 – The first clinic specializing in the treatment of venereal diseases was opened at London Dock Hospital. 1858 – The Great...
Newberry College launches online professional certifications
NEWBERRY — Newberry College is now offering a host of online professional credentialing through a new partnership with MindEdge. The versatile partnership will provide for-credit learning, professional and personal development, continuing education and corporate solutions across virtually all industries. The programs are available to anyone, with enrollments open 24/7.
God shows us the right way
It doesn’t always make sense to us, but God knows exactly what He is doing. He is always right. Sometimes it is hard when the Lord allows us to go through situations that are not fun and enjoyable, but God knows the best for all of us. At times...
The mountain of smoke and music
Just as the sun began to rise, a Cherokee brave moved swiftly, but silently, up the mountain path. A smoky mist cast a hazy glow over the pine-tree covered trail. He stopped briefly by a rotting log to inspect the tracks he was following. The Cherokee hunted these “smoking mountains” for more than 1,000 years. They learned to listen to what the mountain told them, to read the trails, to follow the murmur and rush of the creeks to fresh-water springs, and to appreciate the ore and minerals held in the underground caves that peppered the jagged hills.
Youth access to tobacco and sales studied
NEWBERRY — Preventing our young people from starting a tobacco habit can show an exponential reduction in the number of adults who are hooked in the future. To that end, Westview will participate in a tobacco sales study during the months of January and February. The vast majority of...
The year of the cicada
SOUTH CAROLINA — For the first time in 221 years, two broods of cicadas (not locusts) that spend the vast majority of their lives underground will emerge, invading backyards in 17 states — including South Carolina. Annual vs. Periodical Cicadas. Annual vs. Periodical Cicadas: The differences between these...
Newberry Soil & Water District “Grinding of the Greens”
NEWBERRY — The Newberry Soil & Water Conservation District and Keep Newberry County Beautiful hosted its 9th annual Grinding of the Greens, January 13, 2024, at Cromleys Ford of Newberry on Wilson Rd. Newberry Electric Coop generously donated their time and equipment to Grind over 100 trees collected for...
Old year gives way to the new at the Literacy Council
Greetings from the Newberry County Literacy Council. 2023 was another productive year for us. The Council again hosted the tax program, sponsored the Wise Street summer camp, offered numerous tutoring programs to adults and children, ran the Weekly Reader Book Club and offered a place for education, fun and fellowship. We held a sixty-year celebration at the Old Hotel in September with testimonials from participants from the past, a presentation of the history of the Council and great fun. We also strengthened our board, updated our by-laws, and collaborated with other programs. We appreciate the dedicated work put in by Ms. Barbara Chapman, Executive Director and the support of numerous donors, including Newberry County Council.
Macaluso to lead Newberry College’s residence life
NEWBERRY — Newberry College has appointed Rachel Macaluso as director of housing & residence life. She brings over eight years’ experience in higher education student development, including residence life, conduct, life calling and student activities. She served most recently as assistant director of residence life at Ohio Northern University. Before that, she served in various roles at Indiana Wesleyan University between 2017 and 2022.
Newberry City Council recognizes employees
NEWBERRY – City Council celebrated milestones and achievements of employees Tuesday during their first council meeting of the new year. Recognized for five years of service, Brad Abrams works within the city’s Public Works department and holds the position of vehicle maintenance supervisor. “He is open to learning...
No more blind eyes and deaf ears
NEWBERRY — For the last week, O’Neal Street United Methodist Church’s warming shelter has been open for the homeless and struggling in Newberry. As temperatures reached below freezing, the need for a safe and warm place to sleep became undeniable. But as temperatures rise back into the 30’s and 40’s, the warming shelter doors have to close.
“We can’t play without energy”: Gardner demands players pick up their energy after suffering setback home loss against Richard Winn
NEWBERRY — Newberry Academy(10-10, 9-2 region) just didn’t have it on Friday night and loss 56-25 to Richard Winn Academy(15-1, 10-1 region). This was the second time both squads met this season and this time it was a battle for first place in SCISA A region I. The Eagles were looking to avenge a 35-17 loss at Richard Winn Academy’s home court on Dec.5.
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