The People-Sentinel

07/08/2025

Huddle House in Barnwell will open tomorrow (Wednesday, July 9) at normal business hours (6am-12am). They also are going to extend hours on Thursday, Friday and Saturday til 2am.
This follows a temporary closure after a grill fire two weeks ago.

07/07/2025

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07/07/2025

BOIL WATER NOTICE TO THE RESIDENTS OF THE TOWN OF BLACKVILLE

The Town of Blackville advises the residents of the town to vigorously boil their water as a precautionary measure for at least one full minute prior to drinking or cooking. The entire water system suffered a loss in pressure, while making an emergency repair. Samples will be checked and once they indicate the water system is not contaminated, the Boil Water Notice will be lifted. Residents shall continue to boil water vigorously for one full minute before drinking or cooking until otherwise notified by Town Hall. Also, any ice made from water which has not been boiled should not be used for drinking purposes.
If you should have any questions concerning this notice, you may call the Town Hall.
Check the coloration of your water before washing any clothes.

07/07/2025

The Town of Blackville has a water emergency.
"Someone hit a fire hydrant, and water will be off for repairs. We are not sure length of time, but it will be back on ASAP," according to town officials.

07/06/2025

The Kelly Edwards High School Class of 1965 celebrated their 60th reunion at Houndslake Country Club in Aiken 🌟

Everyone enjoyed the reunion as they celebrated another milestone!

Read about it in the July 2nd edition.

The Kelly Edwards High School Class of 1965 celebrated their 60th reunion on Saturday, May 24, 2025 at Houndslake Country Club in Aiken. Everyone enjoyed the reunion as they celebrated another …

07/05/2025

"The days of my life have always seemed to be tied together by hope in one way or another. And although it's one of the dictionary's smallest words, if you think about it, it has power strong enough to carry the weight of all souls."

Our faith correspondent, Donna-Maria Conzalina, explores this concept through Community of Hope Ministry in this week's newspaper.

Do you remember an old single frame comic strip titled, "Love is …" ? Well, today I've been contemplating exactly what Hope is. Dictionary.com says it's "A feeling of expectation and …

07/05/2025

Accessing local health data has just become much easier!

The South Carolina Department of Public Health (DPH) and the Alliance for a Healthier South Carolina today announced the launch of South Carolina Health Compass — an online collection of data dashboards containing the most comprehensive county-level health information available.

The South Carolina Department of Public Health (DPH) and the Alliance for a Healthier South Carolina today announced the launch of South Carolina Health Compass — an online collection of data …

07/05/2025

Elko native Terence Young will perform tonight along with other musicians. There will also be food and more.

07/05/2025

Mauri 4 The Win held their third annual Teen Wellness Bash in Denmark, bringing together kids from across the region fora n evening of purpose, community, and celebration.

The sound of Southern soul filled the streets of Denmark on Saturday, June 21, as the third annual Teen Wellness Bash brought together hundreds of attendees for an evening of purpose, community, and …

07/05/2025

Enjoy the grand finale of tonight’s fireworks at the Town of Snelling’s Independence Day Celebration! A large crowd enjoyed food, fun and fireworks at the Snelling Town Park.

07/05/2025

A string of car break-ins and a vehicle theft reported last week across Barnwell neighborhoods have prompted warnings from the City of Barnwell Police Department.

Authorities estimated about $200 in damage and $60 in stolen items thus far.

Learn more in this week's newspaper:

A string of car break-ins and a vehicle theft reported last week across Barnwell neighborhoods have prompted warnings from local law enforcement. According to incident reports, the crimes …