The People-Sentinel

07/25/2026

🏅🎉 Congratulations to Barnwell High School's Mike Beasley! 🎉🏅

A well-deserved honor for a lifetime of dedication to student-athletes and high school athletics.

Mike Beasley will be inducted into the South Carolina Athletic Coaches Association (SCACA) Hall of Fame during the induction ceremony on:
📅 Saturday, July 25, 2026
🕡 6:45 p.m.
📍 Greenville Convention Center

Throughout his career, Coach Beasley has made a lasting impact on countless students, athletes, coaches, and the Barnwell County community. His commitment to excellence, leadership, and sportsmanship has left a legacy that continues to inspire.

👏 Congratulations, Coach Beasley, on this outstanding and well-earned recognition!

📰 The People-Sentinel will cover the induction ceremony. Look for photos and a full story in next week's edition.

07/25/2026

One final walk before the biggest tournament of their young baseball careers. ⚾💙

This video captures the moment the Barnwell 6U All-Stars stepped out of the van and into a crowd of family, friends, and supporters during today’s community sendoff before leaving for the Diamond Youth Baseball Division 2 Rookies World Series.

Representing Team South Carolina, these young players will compete against state champions from across the Southeast in Laurel, Mississippi, from July 29-Aug. 3.

Meet the team:
⚾ Liam Champy
⚾ Turner Hair
⚾ Reed Brant
⚾ Wyles Baxley
⚾ Casen Chavis
⚾ Ryker Adams
⚾ Forrest Schrock
⚾ Grant Robinson
⚾ Sullivan Sanders
⚾ Aiden Nguyen
⚾ Waylon Hallman
⚾ Mason Williams

The team is coached by Jacob Hair, with assistant coaches Chris Brant, Brent Champy and Casey Hallman.

Today, they left as more than just a baseball team—they left carrying the hopes and support of an entire community.

Join us in wishing Team South Carolina safe travels and the best of luck as they take on the Southeast. Bring home a championship, boys! 💙⚾

07/25/2026

There was no shortage of hometown pride in Barnwell today! ❤️⚾🚔🚒

The Barnwell Police Department and Barnwell City Fire Department gave the Barnwell Rookies — proudly representing Team South Carolina — a special es**rt through town before a community sendoff at the fire department.

Surrounded by coaches, family members, friends, and supporters, the team is headed to Laurel, Mississippi, where they’ll compete in the Diamond Youth Baseball Division 2 Rookies World Series.

What an incredible moment for these young athletes as they carry not only the South Carolina banner, but also the pride of Barnwell County, onto the national stage.

Join us in wishing Team South Carolina safe travels, great memories, and the very best of luck as they chase a World Series title!

💙⚾ Bring home the hardware, boys! We’re all cheering for you!

07/24/2026

🎒📚 Two great opportunities to get your family ready for the new school year this Saturday! 📚🎒

Make plans to stop by one—or both—of these community events on Saturday, July 25!

👮 Barnwell Police Department Bookbag Giveaway
📍 Fuller Park, Barnwell
🕘 9 a.m. – 1 p.m.
🎒 Free bookbags and school supplies for children in K-12
🚒 Meet first responders, enjoy music, hamburgers, hot dogs, and more community resources.

🏫 Town of Kline Back to School Bash
📍 Kline Town Hall
🕙 10 a.m. – 1 p.m.
🎒 Free school supplies and refreshments
⚠️ Kids must be present to receive school supplies.

These events are a great way to help students start the school year prepared while enjoying time with the community. Thank you to everyone working to support our local children and families!

Tag a parent or grandparent who needs to see this! 👇

07/24/2026

🌾 SC Farmers Invited to Share Their Voices

Agricultural producers in Allendale, Bamberg, Barnwell and Hampton counties are being invited to take part in a new study about the challenges and priorities facing South Carolina’s farming community. 🚜

The anonymous survey is part of a USC study looking to better understand producers’ experiences and will help shape future research across the state.

Farmers can participate through July 31. 👇📰

A  new independent study is inviting South Carolina’s agricultural producers to share their priorities, challenges, and outlook in their own words. Your Voice: Understanding the …

07/24/2026

🫧📚 The countdown is on! 📚🫧

The Town of Williston is ready to welcome families to its first-ever Back-to-School Bubble Bash this Saturday, July 25 from 6 to 8:30 p.m. at Academy Street Park!

It's shaping up to be a fun evening filled with bubbles, food, school supplies and a family movie under the stars.

Before you head out, here are a few things to know:

🎒 School Supplies: While supplies last, school-aged children who are present will receive a gift bag of school supplies. Each child must be present to receive supplies.

🔥 S'mores Station: Children must be accompanied by a parent or guardian while roasting marshmallows, and town-provided roasting sticks must be used.

🫧 Glow & Bubble Station: Bubble tools are for everyone to share, and each child will receive one glow noodle.

🌭 Food: Popcorn, Icees, hot dogs and drinks will be available. Please be mindful of any food allergies.

🎥 Movie at Dark: A family-friendly classic children's movie will begin after sunset. Be sure to bring blankets and lawn chairs for a comfortable evening.

💦 Don't Forget: There will be commercial bubble and foam machines, so consider bringing a towel, sunscreen and a change of clothes for the kids.

It promises to be a great evening of family fun as the community gets ready for the new school year. We hope to see you there! 🎉📖🫧

07/24/2026

🚨 TODAY’S THE DAY! 🚨

Let’s give our Barnwell Rookie All-Stars the sendoff they deserve as they head to the Diamond Youth Baseball World Series in Laurel, Mississippi! ⚾🏆

📍 Where: Barnwell Fire Department
🕠 When: Today at 5:30 p.m.

Bring your family, wear your Barnwell colors, wave your signs, honk your horns, and help show these young athletes just how proud our community is of everything they’ve accomplished. Let’s pack the Barnwell Fire Department and send them off with the cheers they’ll remember for a lifetime!

These boys have worked hard to earn this opportunity. Now it’s our turn to show them the full support of Barnwell County.

❤️🤍💙 Be loud. Be proud. Let’s pack the Barnwell Fire Department!

🔗 The link to our story from this week’s edition is in the comments. Let’s wish Team South Carolina good luck as they represent our state on the world stage! ⚾🌎

07/24/2026

🏛️ Barnwell City Council Discusses Projects, Recognizes All-Stars

The Barnwell City Council discussed downtown improvements, blight removal, recreation programs and utility projects during its latest meeting.

The council also recognized the Barnwell Rookie All-Stars ahead of their trip to the Diamond Youth Baseball World Series. ⚾🏆

Read more about the latest updates from the city. 👇📰

The Barnwell City Council discussed several projects during the latest meeting. Topics included downtown wayfinding signs, blight removal, recreation programs and utility work. The council also …

07/24/2026

📰 Opinion: The Importance of the Common Good

A new column from Andy Brack examines how communities have changed over time and argues that Americans need to focus more on shared responsibility and connection.

Brack discusses topics including trust, community involvement and the challenges facing society today. 👥

Read the full opinion piece below. 👇📰

To understand the erosion of how Americans interact these days, just look to our recent story of vaccinations. For years, parents routinely got children inoculated so they wouldn’t get dreaded …

07/24/2026

💍 Congratulations to the Newlyweds!

Saylor Zamora of Barnwell and Seth Davis of Neeses were married on July 2, 2026, during a beachside ceremony at Edisto Beach. 🌊

The couple will make their home in Neeses. 💕

Congratulations to Saylor and Seth! 🎉

Saylor Zamora of Barnwell and Seth Davis of Neeses were united in marriage on July 2, 2026 at Edisto Beach. Brian Williams officiated the beachside ceremony. The bride was …