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Elgin twins make debut in country music video
Elgin twins Blaize and Mary-Grace Hill have made it big time. The two 5-year-olds recently starred in a Julie Roberts country music video for her new hit, "Nascar Country."
Confidence key to success
Confidence is the key to many things in life: fashion, decisions, sticky situations, public speaking and the list goes on. Confidence is being sure of yourself, being certain that no matter what happens you did the best you possibly could. Frankly, you can't go wrong with confidence. So when I see people walking around like they are defeated, I just want to tell them that a little confidence could completely transform their demeanor. If you ...
Historical society presents an overview of Lyttleton’s impact on Camden
At just 30, William Henry Lyttleton, a bachelor from one of England's most connected families, began his tenure as South Carolina's crown-appointed Governor. A dramatic incident delayed his arrival. And for some his departure could not come soon enough.
Knights run off with Region 3-A track crown
First, it was the Kershaw County championship which they won last Thursday. Then, on Tuesday, the North Central boys track and field team captured the Region 3-A crown in a meet which they hosted in Boonetown.
Compassionate Friends Midland’s Chapter hosts fifth annual Balloon and Dove Release
The public invited to attend the fifth annual Balloon and Dove Release to be held on May 7 at 10 a.m. The event will be held in the field on the corner of Bull and Broad St. across from Rhame Arena, Camden.
Lady Demons playoff opener pushed back to Friday
Due to Thursday's inclement weather, Lugoff-Elgin's District 6-4A softball playoff opening round game at Sumter has been postponed. The Lady Demons will now travel to meet the Lady Gamecocks Friday in a 6 p.m. start.
NC baseball playoff game set for tonight with new starting time
North Central's District 1-A baseball tournament opening game at Williston-Elko, originally set for a 5 p.m. start tonight, has been pushed back an hour and to a new location due to Thursday morning's rainstorm.
Camden native named '106 & Park' 2011 Freestyle Friday champion
Camden High School graduate Stephen Norris, a.k.a. Blind Fury, was named "106 & Park" Freestyle Friday champion on BET after weeks of battling other rappers for the title.
Electronics recycling drive to be Friday at Goodwill
Goodwill will partner with the city of Camden and Kershaw County to offer an electronics recycling drive from 8 a.m. to 2 p.m. Friday at the Camden Goodwill store, 1671 Springdale Drive in Camden. In addition to accepting donations of computers, peripherals and other electronics items, Goodwill will accept other items such as clothing, toys and books.
Historic Camden to host Market Day May 14
Ever wonder why Camden's Market Street is so named? It because the town's marketplace before 1812 was located at the northwest corner of Bull and Market streets, today the outdoor basketball court across from Zemp Stadium.
FAC to host Kershaw County's Got Talent finale show, Finally Friday concert series
Who made it through? Who will win? The decision will be made Thursday during the finale of Kershaw County's Got Talent. Scheduled to begin at 7 p.m. in the Wood Auditorium of the Fine Arts Center of Kershaw County (FAC), the contestants will perform for three industry professionals. After all of the contestants have performed, the decision will be made and the winner will be announced. Featured emcee will be Patty Rose from KOOL 102.7 and Startime 1590.
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William Collins
Funeral services for William Burnett Collins, 74, of Lugoff, SC will be held on Friday, June 14, 2013 at 4:00 PM at Lugoff First Baptist Church, with interment to follow in the church cemetery. Dr. Albert Allen and Rev. Dave Robinson will officiate. The family will receive friends Thursday, June 13, 2013 from 6:00-8:00 PM at Kornegay Funeral Home, Lugoff-Elgin Chapel.
CMA hazing trial continues in Columbia
A federal jury is hearing testimony this week as the trial begins of a lawsuit brought against Camden Military Academy (CMA). In the trial's first days, attorneys for a former cadet have brought forward testimony and evidence they say show that, in 2008, other CMA students raped the then 13-year-old boy, according to news reports. The former cadet, listed in the lawsuit only as "JBC," is now 18.
L-E softball, NC tennis players rack up awards
Following a season in which a young Lugoff-Elgin softball team finished third in Region 4-4A play, post-season honors came the way of four members of the Lady Demons' program.
CHS honors student-athletes at annual banquet
For the 60th consecutive year, student-athletes at Camden High school were honored by The Bulldog Club at the organization's annual awards banquet on May 21.
Getting in some heavy lifting
Springdale 5K at Sunset set for Aug. 17
Registration is open for runners and walkers for the 5th Annual Springdale at Sunset 5K Run & 1-lap walk to be held on Saturday, Aug. 17 at the Springdale Race Course in Camden.
IRS reform
People in this country -- no doubt many right here in Kershaw County -- are angry with the Internal Revenue Service and its heavy-handed methods. Of course, the IRS has never been popular, and probably wouldn't be if the agency did everything by the book. But its recent targeting of conservative groups has spotlighted the venom with which overzealous bureaucrats can operate. Adding to it are recent revelations about ...
Youth summer sports camps season cover all bases in the county
With the school year coming to a close, it is time for summer sports camps in Kershaw County.
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