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Newberry College Athletics tops 3.0 GPA again
NEWBERRY – The academic year has concluded for Newberry College Athletics with 100 spring graduates, including undergraduate and graduate students and achieving a department grade point average of 3.02 for the spring semester and 3.07 for the 2023-24 academic year. Nineteen of the department’s 22 programs achieved at least...
Marcus Kirkland named Newberry College Men’s Basketball Coach
NEWBERRY – The Newberry College Athletics Department announced that Marcus Kirkland is its new men’s basketball coach. Kirkland joins the Newberry College community after serving as Associate Men’s Basketball Coach and Athletic Director of Diversity and Inclusion at Wingate University. “We had an extremely talented pool of...
Crowell places seventh at nationals; earned All-American honors as well
EMPORIA, KAN. – Senior thrower Kegan Crowell made history as he became not only the first Newberry College track and field athlete to compete at the NCAA national championships, but the first to make it to the podium earning All-American honors. Crowell’s 53.21-meter (174 feet 7 inches) throw placed...
Jason Taylor leaving Newberry College for Division 1 program
NEWBERRY – Newberry College men’s basketball coach Jason Taylor has announced that he is resigning to accept the Associate Head Coach position at Morehead State. “We could not be more grateful for all Coach Taylor and his family have done for our student-athletes, department and community,” said Newberry College Athletics Director Sean Johnson. “We are happy that Jason and Monica will be closer to their families, and we are grateful for the impact they have made here at Newberry College.”
Mills, Flemon and Clark selected to the SCBCA North-South All-Star game
NEWBERRY COUNTY, S.C. — The baseball season came to a disappointing end after Mid-Carolina came up just short in the 2A State Championship series against Oceanside Academy, but the official end of the season was positive for the all of Newberry County. Three players from two high schools in...
How to enjoy a healthy summer
Colds might not be as common in summer as they are in winter, but anyone who has ever had a cold when the weather outside is warm and inviting knows just how unpleasant a runny nose, sore throat and lack of energy can be when everyone else seems to be outside soaking up the sun. Indeed, there’s no substitute for feeling fit and healthy in summer.
The threat of boating-related CO poisoning
Boating is a popular summer pastime. Few activities can be as relaxing and awe-inspiring as a day spent on the water. Safety is an essential component of responsible boating. Veteran boaters know that the work is never done in regard to ensuring their vessels are safe for everyone on board. One potentially harmful component boaters must be aware of is carbon monoxide, often referred to as “CO.” Understanding CO and the threat it poses can help boaters and their passengers stay safe this summer.
Interesting facts about D-Day
This June marks the eightieth anniversary of the Allied invasion of Normandy, widely-referred to as D-Day, during World War II. On June 6, 1944, more than 160,000 Allied forces landed on the beaches of Normandy in France. The Normandy landings were the largest seaborne invasion in history and marked the culmination of planning that began in 1943. D-Day is often characterized as a success that led to the liberation of Europe from the stranglehold of the Nazis, and rightfully so. But the Allied forces paid a heavy price for the victory, as more than 9,000 soldiers lost their lives within the first 24 hours of the landings.
Musuem to host presentation on practice of embalming June 1
NEWBERRY — On June 1, The Newberry Museum will host Chad Bogart for a program on the practice of embalming during the Civil War and 19th Century. Bogart is the Museum Curatorial Assistant of Sycamore Shoals State Historic Park in Elizabethon, Tennessee. The program will be held throughout the day from 10 a.m. – 4 p.m.
Too many veterans become addicted to drugs or alcohol
This Memorial Day, millions of American families will take a moment to honor the memory of the men and women who lost their lives while serving in the U.S. military. Unfortunately, outside of this day, countless veterans lose their life after returning home due to mental illness, addiction, drug overdose, or suicide. Too many veterans struggle with these problems without receiving the help they need.
Moore receives forensic scholarship
PROSPERITY — It’s not often you hear of a scholarship being awarded to a student in the field of forensics, but Mid-Carolina High School senior Amber Moore is changing that for Newberry County students as she was recently awarded the inaugural Tiffany Nicole Johnson Scholarship. The scholarship was...
Council passes first reading of 2024-25 budget
PROSPERITY — A first reading of the Town of Prosperity’s proposed 2024-25 Budget was passed during Town Council’s regular meeting last week. There will be no change in the tax base, however there will be increases in other areas. The operating budget saw a increase of about 5.8% while electric, water and sewer are projected to have a 5% increase. Across the board, there will also be a 3% increase in salaries.
Lander University recognizes students named to Spring 2024 Dean’s List
GREENWOOD — Lander University recently recognized students who were named to the Dean’s List for the spring 2024 semester. To be named to the Dean’s List, students must achieve a grade-point average (GPA) of 3.5 to 3.9 and be enrolled as a full-time undergraduate. The following Newberry...
Keep your garden growing strong all summer
Gardening is a rewarding hobby that pays a host of significant dividends. Many people love gardening because it allows them to spend time outdoors, and that simple pleasure is indeed a notable benefit of working in a garden. But the National Initiative for Consumer Horticulture notes that gardening provides a host of additional benefits, including helping people get sufficient levels of exercise, reduce stress and improve mood.
Summer camp options abound
Summer camp season will be here before parents know it. While children anxiously await the last day of school, adults know that it can be challenging to keep kids occupied and mentally stimulated when they aren’t in the classroom. Although it may be alright to enjoy a few days lounging around and playing video games, too much sedentary behavior is not good for anyone, even children. Families turn to summer camp to provide children with activities to occupy their time when school is not in session.
Make your next family vacation more affordable
The cost of everyday items continues to stretch many people’s budgets, even as financial experts note that inflation is cooling off. When individuals feel a pinch in their wallets, non-essentials, such as vacations, often are on the chopping block. But they may not have to be. After remaining below...
Ford named NCBWA All-American
Wingate, N.C. – The off-season accolades for junior outfielder Donovan Ford keep rolling in. His latest achievement came after he earned National Collegiate Baseball Writers Association third team all-American honors. This is the first time that Ford has earned NCBWA all-American honors in his career. Ford was a American...
Ford earns Division II CCA All-Southeast Region honors
Greenwood, S.C. – Junior outfielder Donovan Ford earned Division Two Conference Commissioner’s Association second team all-Southeast Region honors. This is the second straight season that Ford has earned D2CCA all-region honors as he was a first team all-region outfielder in the 2023 season. Ford had a record book...
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