The People-Sentinel

12/01/2025

Attention parents!🌟

Have you been thinking about getting your child involved in something fun, active, and full of adventure? Then come learn more about Cub Scout Pack 692!

The Barnwell County Family YMCA is hosting a Recruitment Night this Tuesday, December 2 at 5:30 p.m.

Stop by, ask questions, meet the leaders, and see how your child can jump into a year full of friendships, activities, and hands-on learning.

12/01/2025

Santa stopped by the Town of Snelling’s 38th annual Christmas Tree Lighting on Sunday, Nov. 30. He visited with the children and later took photos with everyone.
Find a full page of photos from the event in this week’s newspaper.

12/01/2025

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12/01/2025

Barnwell City Council's regular monthly meeting is tonight at 5:30 p.m. at city hall. It will also be live-streamed on the Barnwell City Hall Offices page.

12/01/2025

Barnwell County Council will hold special-called meetings tonight at 6 p.m. and tomorrow at 3 p.m.
Tonight's meeting will be for a public hearing related to the rollback millage. While the agenda lists a third and final reading of an ordinance related to this, the vote has now been postponed until another special meeting on Tuesday, Dec. 2 at 3 p.m.

12/01/2025

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11/30/2025

The Ivy Garden Club of Williston is seeking nativities from the community to display at their annual Nativity Festival next weekend. The nativities will be returned after the event.

Friendly Reminder!
If you’re planning to have a nativity included in this year’s display, please make sure all forms and drop-offs are handled by December 4, 2025.
We appreciate everyone helping us stay on schedule—thank you for being part of this beautiful tradition!

11/30/2025

This week's in The People's Perspective, Donna Maria Conzalina asks Barnwell County residents about their interpretation of freedom.

Check it out here, and if you'd like to share your thoughts for our next themed column, reach out to [email protected].

Well folks, hello again. I hope this week finds you and yours doing well. Our most recent People’s Perspective column focused on voting, and you, the people spoke, with freedom to make your …

11/29/2025

Our resident columnist Phil Hudgins shares about his family's decision to tear down a piece of their family history.

Read this sentimental story in this week's newspaper.

They’re tearing down Papa Hudgins’ barn. James, the engineer in the family, made the announcement to the rest of us cousins. His sister Ann and her husband Doug have propped up …

11/29/2025

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11/29/2025

The Bethlehem Baptist Union Women’s Auxiliary recently delivered essential items to the Department of Social Services in the region, blessing local families with supplies for babies and toddlers.

The donation included diapers, wipes, clothing, shoes, and other necessities—items that many families struggle to afford.

In a heartfelt act of service and compassion, the Bethlehem Baptist Union Women’s Auxiliary extended a generous hand to families in need across Bamberg and Barnwell counties. On September …

11/29/2025

Barnwell officials say the city is gaining momentum as it heads into fiscal year 2026, with several major projects underway to improve infrastructure, enhance recreation, and strengthen public safety.

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Barnwell officials say the city is gaining momentum as it heads into fiscal year 2026, with several major projects underway to improve infrastructure, enhance recreation, and strengthen public …