Garden Girls tree dedication

Nov. 28, the Gardening Girls Study Club celebrated Arbor Day by planting a Ginkgo tree in front of the Kershaw County Library. Reverend Barnhill gave the invocation and benediction for the tree dedication, and State Sen. Vincent Sheheen spoke about his growing up in Camden. Amy Schofield, director of Kershaw County Library, was excited to receive the tree. "We are honored to have this tree planted here ... We are going to take good care of it," said Schofield. Pictured from left to right are, Katherine Doty; Garden Club of South Carolina President Maida Dantzler; Sarah Floyd; National Garden Club Chairman ...

The Hospital Auxiliary’s Lights of Love returns this holiday season

The KershawHealth Hospital Auxiliary's annual Lights of Love fund raising project began on Nov. 15 and continues through New Year's Day. Donations to Lights of Love permit area residents to acknowledge or honor those who have been significant in their lives.

Christmas with Lindsay Huggins

Sunday, at Camden First Church of the Nazarene will host Lindsay Huggins in concert at 11 a.m.

KC Women to Women 35th annual Christmas luncheon

Monday, the Kershaw County Women to Women Bible Study will be having their 35th Annual Christmas Luncheon. This Interdenominational group of ladies has been meeting for 35 years to study the Bible together. The group represents a blend of several different denominations and our teacher is Rev. Patrice Davis from St. Matthew Baptist Church in Lugoff.

Edward Arron & Friends chamber music series coming to the FAC of Kershaw County

The Fine Arts Center of Kershaw County (FAC) is pleased to bring Edward Arron & Friends to Camden for the second concert of the three-part Chamber Music Series on Friday, Dec. 7. The concert will begin at 7 p.m., immediately following the gallery opening for the Camden ART Fall show featuring the works of the members of Camden ART, an affiliate of the FAC.

BDK Elementary celebrated American Education Week November 12-16

In observance of American Education Week, National Career Development Week and Parental Involvement Week, Baron DeKalb Elementary sponsored several activities for students and their families, such as Career Day, Doughnuts for Dads, Book Character Day, and the 4K & 5K Sharing Soup.

Holiday Sales Show in the historic Douglas Reed House at the FAC of Kershaw County

Are you looking for original, one of a kind gifts? Well, look no further. You're sure to find that special something for everyone on your list at the Fine Arts Center of Kershaw County's (FAC) annual Holiday Sales Show. Set in the FAC's historic Douglas-Reed House, the show will feature a selection of fine, handcrafted works of art in clay, glass, fiber and wood, along with many other hand-crafted or homemade items. This year, more than 40 local and regional artists will participate in this annual shopping extravaganza. The Holiday Sales Show is sponsored by First Community ...

Clips for Cancer at Wateree Elementary collects hair for wigs for cancer patients

Nov. 16, Wateree Elementary School hosted Clips for Cancer to collect hair to make wigs for cancer patients.

Sacks of Love receives $50,000 to help fight childhood hunger through Walmart’s Golden Spark Promoti

Many people may think of students' bookbags being loaded with school supplies, but more than 400 Kershaw County children receive special weekly backpacks filled by volunteers to ensure these students will not be hungry on the weekend.

Historic Camden presents a Colonial Christmas

'Tis the season to be jolly! See the halls of the Kershaw House decked with boughs of holly. Learn about the Yuletide Season's customs from guides donned in gay apparel. Meet a militiaman home for the holidays. Play colonial games, write a Christmas greeting with a quill pen, try on period clothes, and sample delectable 18th century refreshments. In the basement, watch electric toy trains chug around the tracks at the Holiday Electric Train Exhibit. A kids' scavenger hunt, photo ops at the pillory, plus visits the historic buildings, and a 10 percent discount on most items in the ...

KC Headstart donates to Food For the Soul

Monday, Kershaw County Headstart donated more than 100 items to Food for the Soul. Headstart's staff, children and parents had the community project to collect needed supplies for Food for the Soul. Headstart's Male Involvement Committee was also involved in the supply drive.

Grandma learns baby might not be her son’s

Dear Annie: Several months ago, my 17-year-old son's girlfriend had a baby. I was upset at first, but then realized that the couple was young and needed help. My house now looks like a daycare center.

INVISTA Blood Drive

Winter is coming and so is the INVISTA blood drive. Make this holiday season special for you and someone in need. Dec. 4 is the day when the bloodmobile will be in the parking lot of INVISTA waiting for your generous gift of life. Did you know 1 pint of blood can save 3 lives?

Turkey talk, how to prepare turkey for Thanksgiving Day

The Thanksgiving holidays are near. Many are preparing for family gatherings, celebrations and other traditional ways to give thanks. Some will prepare a meal with turkey and other delicious fixings. The key to a great holiday meal will be the preparation of the food, especially the turkey.

Carlos Harris receives award for excellence in HIV/AIDS prevention

Every October, the HIV/STD Division of the Department of Health and Environmental Control (DHEC) conducts its annual HIV/AIDS conference in Columbia.

Kershaw County's Got Talent is Saturday

The United Way of Kershaw County's (UWKC) Hand in Hand Mentoring Program will host its second annual Kershaw County's Got Talent event at ...

FAC annual meeting is Sept. 7

The Fine Arts Center (FAC) of Kershaw County will hold a very special annual meeting on Thursday, Sept. 7 at 6 p.m. in the ...

KershawHealth Auxiliary Golf Tournament Sept. 7

The Auxiliary of KershawHealth's 28th annual golf tournament will be held on Thursday, Sept. 7, at the Camden Country Club.

Happy 102nd Birthday

Margaret Williams, pictured with her great-grandson Sawyer Smith, celebrated her 102nd birthday August 14.

Planning underway for 50th reunion of CHS Class of 1967

Planning for a 50th reunion for Camden High School's class of 1967 is underway, and class members need help in locating fellow class members.

In the beginning

It is actually mind boggling to look back 38 years and realize what the work done in the beginning days of the Society, accomplished. And ...

Yesteryear Pictures - Aug. 15, 2017

Arts Open House is Aug. 26

The Fine Arts Center (FAC) of Kershaw County cordially invites the community to attend the 2017 Arts Open House & Hot Dog Lunch on Saturday, Aug ...