The People-Sentinel

01/06/2026

Our thoughts and prayers go out to everyone at Barnwell Elementary School, as well as family and friends, as they mourn the loss of 11-year-old Bailee Frazier. The fifth grader died Jan. 1 in a wreck.
"She was a bright light in our school and community," said BES Principal Kay Gooding.
With today being the first day of school after a two-week Christmas break, counselors will be available all week for students and staff as they grieve the loss of one of their own.
A full tribute story will be in tomorrow's paper to remember the life of this beautiful child who touched many lives.

01/03/2026

Safe & scam free- that's how it should be!

The Better Business Bureau offers these tips to ensure a safe start to the new year.

The start of a new year is the perfect time to resolve to protect your personal and financial information. BBB presents the following 10 New Year’s resolutions to fight scammers, prevent identity …

01/03/2026

Due to expected bad weather, tomorrow’s trash pickup in Williston has been postponed.

01/02/2026

Here’s a followup on how to help the family from yesterday’s fire on Cole Lane, which destroyed Richelle Fife’s home
She and her kids made it out safely. Many people and some organizations have already reached out to help.
“Thank you to all of you that have reached out near and far! It’s greatly appreciated!” said Fife. “Anything that is donated is appreciated! Even if it’s a simple prayer! We appreciate the kindness and love that has been shown!”

Below are clothing sizes for the children:

Daughter - age 14
Pants: 4 women
Shirt: S

Son - age 11
Pants: men’s 32/30
Shirt: men’s medium

Son - age 7
Pants: 14 kids
Shirt: 14/16 kids

Monetary donations can be sent via:
-Cash App: $SweetsSweets91
-Chime: EvesApple00
-Zelle: upon request

“For those of you that have already given, we appreciate you so much! God bless you all!” said Fife.

01/02/2026

The Miller family thanks family, friends, and co workers of Harrison Nathaniel Miller after his passing.

Dear Editor, We, the family of Harrison Nathaniel Miller, extend our deepest and most sincere gratitude to all our family, friends, and his co workers. Thank you for the overwhelming outpouring …

01/02/2026

Superintendent Dr. Crissie Stapleton offers these tips to entering a new year, as well as the second half of the school year.

"It is the perfect moment to reset our focus," said Stapleton.

As we begin a new year, I want to wish our students, families, staff, and community a happy and successful start to 2026. The start of a new year is a time for reflection, and it is the perfect …

01/02/2026

FYI…

01/01/2026

$115,000 in donations are set to be distributed across 23 regional charities as apart of SRP Federal Credit Union Random Acts of Kindness initiative.

Check out all the good things to come below ⬇️

North Augusta, SC — In the spirit of the season and in keeping with the credit union philosophy of People Helping People, SRP Federal Credit Union is proud to announce that its Board of Directors …

01/01/2026

"This incident is troubling. Administrators are expected to model professionalism and maturity, even in difficult or awkward circumstances. This action further damages the reputation of the school district."

Paul Morse of Ulmer shares some thoughts around an incident that occurred at a recent Allendale County School District award ceremony.

Check it out ⬇️

Dear Editor, Every year there are new reports about failing schools. For those of us in education, this can be very discouraging. During the ’23-’24 school year a bright spot emerged. The …

01/01/2026

This was the scene around 1 p.m. today as firefighters from multiple departments responded to a brush fire that turned into a house fire on Cole Lane.
Richelle Fife was at home with her children when her son noticed fire outside. The family safely evacuated the home and called 911.
It appears the fire started from a burn barrel in a neighbor's backyard that was started New Year's Eve. However, it was not completely extinguished as there were still hot coals inside today when firefighters checked. It appears the wind picked up embers from the barrel, causing it to catch shrubbery outside Fife's home on fire. That quickly spread to Fife's home, said Barnwell Rural Fire Chief Jessie Elmore.
Firefighters from the Barnwell Rural, Hilda and Snelling departments responded and were on scene for three hours.
As soon as we have details on how the community can help the family, we will share that information here.

01/01/2026

We are saddened to share that a local child died in a vehicle crash early New Year’s Day, and several others were injured and taken to area hospitals.

Our thoughts are with the family, friends, and all those affected during this very difficult time. Please keep them in your prayers.

The incident remains under investigation by authorities, and we will share official updates as they become available.
https://www.thepeoplesentinel.com/stories/11-year-old-killed-four-others-injured-in-new-years-day-crash,104673?

An 11-year-old Barnwell girl died in an early morning New Year’s Day wreck. The wreck happened around 1 a.m. on Jan. 1 as a 2015 Honda Accord with five occupants was traveling north on Red Oak …

01/01/2026

Members of the Barnwell High School Class of 2005 came home to celebrate their 20th anniversary ❤️

We've got pictures of all the fun had here:

Members of the Barnwell High School Class of 2005 came home to celebrate their 20 th anniversary. Approximately 30 classmates along with their guests gathered on Saturday, Nov. 15 at …