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They are, and will continue to be, keepin' it real ...
Keepin’ It Real Campers .... The School Resource Officers of the Clinton Police Department and School District 56 wrap up a weeklong camp with a program and fun day at Clinton High School, July 12. The program was the Graduation Ceremony of the Keepin’ It Real Clinton Police Department Summer Camp. Guest speaker was Marcus Cheeks, local businessman and restaurantuer, who challenged the campers to stomp on, fold up, and “bully and make fun of” a $100 bill; afterward, he asked if they could still spend it - he messaged that no matter what you go through, you still have value. Police Chief Sonny Ledda and the SROs did the presentation of certificates, with a brief description offered of each graduate. The campers provided the Pledge of Allegiance, opening prayer, messages, and the closing prayer; in front of the stage are posters and messages about lessons-learned from the camp participants. A bicycle and bicycle helmet were presentated through a randon selection. Speakers for the week included Ledda, Investigators Shane Prather and Ryan Mercer, Clinton Fire Department, Region One Flight Crew, Ashley Kowalski, Operation Get Smart program, Rotary International, Clinton Middle School Principal Jeff Parks, and Erica Coats. The program thanked its 17 community sponsors. -- Photos by Vic MacDonald.
Likely microburst causes damage near Lamar
LAMAR, S.C. (WPDE) — A thunderstorm Friday evening caused downed trees and other damage near Lamar in Darlington County. Another report of more damage was also noted near Lamar around the time of the 8:19 p.m. storm report. Radar at the time shows a strong thunderstorm moving into the...
Search underway for domestic violence suspect in Chapin; police warn public to avoid area
CHAPIN, S.C. — Chapin Police are searching for a suspect involved in a domestic violence incident earlier in the week. The department said on Friday afternoon that several officers were present, particularly in the area of Harvestview and John Lindler roads. Chapin Police said the suspect was female but didn't release her name. The Lexington County Sheriff's Department said the incident happened on Thursday morning and that they know who the suspect is.
SC authorities hunting for 2 AWOL felons who removed electronic monitoring devices
One of the men was on probation for a burglary conviction and the other, a convicted child sex offender, was enrolled in a supervised re-entry program following his release from prison for a “Jessie’s Law” violation.
Update: Missing South Carolina teen found safe
ANDREWS, S.C. — Above video: Your Friday headlines. Update: He has been found safe. Initial report: Authorities in South Carolina need your help finding a missing teenage boy. According to the Georgetown County Sheriff's Office, Dontavias Dollard, 16, was reported as a runaway by his family. He was last...
SCDMV clerk charged with using state computer system to take more than $10,000
CAMDEN, S.C. — Investigators have arrested a state employee accused of using her position to steal thousands of dollars. On Friday, the South Carolina Law Enforcement Division (SLED) announced that it had arrested 22-year-old Julia Haley Baker for a crime that happened over roughly two weeks. Warrants said that, between May 1 and 16, Baker, who was employed as a clerk at the South Carolina Department of Motor Vehicles office in Camden, used a state computer system to alter transactions to defraud the state or customers of more than $10,000.
Irmo Council honors Attorney Jake Moore
In an emotional ceremony Tuesday the Irmo Town Council adopted a proclamation honoring long-time Town Attorney Jake Moore, and announced that the Irmo Community Park will now officially be named the Moore Park. Moore, who was accompanied by a lot of family members including several grandchildren, was visibly moved by...
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