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Oden’s successful return would be captivating storyline
Basketball fans knew a lot about former Ohio State center Greg Oden when he made the jump to the NBA in 2007. They knew he was going to be the Portland Trail Blazers' top pick in the draft that year. They knew he was one of the best collegiate players at the time. And they knew he had a chance to be a once-in-a-generation player in the pros. ...
CCTC proposes education promise
Current Kershaw County high school freshmen may be able to attend Central Carolina Technical College (CCTC) for free once they graduate.
Slayman headed to Chester as superintendent
Dr. Agnes Slayman, Kershaw County School District (KCSD) executive director for secondary education, has been hired as the new superintendent of education for Chester County. She will officially begin her new post Jan. 1.
Late season change will setup intriguing 2012 tennis season
It was quite a turnaround for Roger Federer at Sunday's season-ending tour championships in London. Despite missing out on winning any grand slam titles this year, the Swiss tennis star proved he still has something left in the tank by finishing up the year winning what most tennis fans consider the sport's "fifth major."
USC biomass plant brings extra attention to Cassatt plan
A string of problems at the University of South Carolina (USC) biomass plant has drawn increased attention to the construction of a similar facility in Kershaw County.
KCC settles INVISTA tax dispute
Kershaw County Council unanimously voted Tuesday to approve a settlement agreement on a 2-year-long tax dispute between the county and INVISTA, a manufacturing plant in Lugoff.
Long-shot candidates could bring surprises in 2012
At one point in time it was Michele Bachmann, then Rick Perry, and then Herman Cain. All three were labeled potential presidential contenders and the strongest "anti-Mitt Romney" element in the 2012 race, but goofs and gaffes quickly had their poll numbers heading south.
House fire claims life of county man Monday
A Kershaw County man, Woodrow Jenkins, 80, died Monday in a fire at his home on Goodwin-Jenkins Lane, located off of Black River Road south of Seegars Mill Road.
Colonial Cup honors military
Members of the armed forces were honored at Saturday's Colonial Cup with all servicemen and women receiving special recognition as part of "Military Appreciation Day" at the track.
KCC continues tutorial on county responsibilities
Kershaw County Council received another refresher course in county government Thursday as part of a series of information work sessions scheduled by Kershaw County Administrator Vic Carpenter.
Meyer’s respect would grow by staying away from sidelines
There was a strange sight during last year's Outback Bowl in Orlando as the Florida Gators went up against the Penn State Nittany Lions.
Weylchem set to expand fuel cell research in Elgin
Weylchem, a chemical company with U.S. operations based in Elgin, will open a new production line this month for ammonia borane, a substance used to power fuel cells.
Veterans Day ceremony honors military, families
Before an audience at James Leroy Belk American Legion Post No. 17, U.S. Army Col. William "Mark" Kehrer spoke on the importance of not only the nation's veterans, but also their families. Kehrer spoke during the post's Veteran's Day observance Friday in Camden.
Industry deals concern Jones, county residents
Kershaw County Council decided to move forward with two fee-in-lieu-of-taxes (FILOT) agreements at Tuesday's meeting despite various questions and concerns raised over the deals.
Lack of effective energy policy will hurt America’s economic future
To this point in the 2012 election cycle, the Republican contenders have been all bark and no bite when it comes to the nation's energy future. President Obama's approach, however, hasn't been much better.
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