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230th Anniversary of the Battle of Hobkirk Hill
The Hobkirk Hill Chapter, National Society Daughters of the American Revolution will be commemorating the 230th anniversary of the Battle of Hobkirk Hill on Sunday, April 17 at 2 p.m. at Kirkwood Common. The public is invited.
Camden Music Association announces instrumental showcase
The annual Instrumental Showcase for student musicians, sponsored by the Camden Music Association of Kershaw County, will be held Tuesday at 7 p.m. at Wood Auditorium, 810 Lyttleton St., Camden. Performances will include the winners of the recent Brevard Music Scholarship Competition and the students of Jim Wheeler's strings group.
Bloomsbury Inn recipe recognized by University of Georgia
The University of Georgia recently hosted a meal plan special event which featured a fruit dish from Bloomsbury Inn. The presentation, A Sunset Breakfast, featured menu items from select bed and breakfasts from across the United States. The Bloomsbury Cold Fruit Soup was one of three fruit selections presented. Of the hundreds of recipes tested, this recipe was one of thirty-four menu items featured. The selected recipes were served to over 8,300 industry participants. The ...
Miss Taylor, Mr. Richbourg to exchange vows
Julie Taylor, Gene A. Taylor, both of Lugoff, and Charles and Nancy Richbourg of Camden proudly announce the engagement of Rebecca L. Taylor, to Brandon K. Richbourg of Camden. He is the son of Charles and Nancy Richbourg of Camden.
Next Camden Garden Club meeting to be held at Proctor Hall
The Camden Garden Club will hold its next meeting on Monday at Proctor Hall. The historic home is a great location for a meeting. There is ample room and lots of natural light steams in from the large picture windows giving a warm and cozy feel. The program scheduled for this month is perfect for this time of year with spring in the air. Our speaker will be Sunshine Smith, who has started an organic ...
United Way holds awards banquet
In early March, United Way of Kershaw County honored its volunteers, staff and contributors with an annual awards banquet.
King Haiglar Garden Club to meet Monday at Hobkirk Circle
The King Haiglar Garden Club will meet on Monday at 3:30 p.m. The club will gather at 1819 Hobkirk Circle, Camden. The hostess, Judy Smith, will be assisted by Marietta Gordon and Michelle Herod.
Camden author published in ‘Guideposts’
Jayne Bowers, left, of Camden had an article published in the April 2011 edition of Guideposts, a national magazine focused on true stories of hope and inspiration. Bowers said she has always enjoyed to write and recently began focusing on articles rather than books.
Burns honored for outstanding scout service
On Feb. 27, John Burns received the Saint George Award for his outstanding work with the Boy Scouts of America and Grace Episcopal Church.
A letter to Dr. Martin Luther King Jr. 43 years since his death
Dear Dr. Martin Luther King Jr., I first wrote a letter to you in 1998, 30 years after your death and explained where we were in society then. Now I am writing 43 years since your death on April 4, 2011. I decided a long time ago there should be something to mark April 4, 1968 (the day you were killed). I wrote in my letter to you before and have said it many times ...
Solid Ground Christian School announces honor roll
Solid Ground Christian School of Camden announces the Director's Honor Roll for the semester. Those students included Emilie Lawrence, Jordan Broadway-Skaggs, Jaidyn-Elise Grantham, Helena Rauch, Sara Grantham, Hunter Grantham, and Marco Escalante.
Teenagers can be friends with parents
Being a teenager means getting lumped into a category labeled that all teenagers are rebellious, reckless, and absolutely can't wait to get away from their parents. Some may be like that, but it's not fair to put a label on those who aren't. Why is
Discover a day in the life on Old McCaskill's Farm
Want to get a taste of farm life? Kathy and Lee McCaskill, owners of Old McCaskill's Farm, are opening their doors to the public Sunday to let spectators get a glimpse of "A Day in the Life of a Farm." The grounds, located at 377 Cantey Lane in Rembert, will be open to the public from 2 to 6 p.m. Admission is a nominal fee of $3 for adults and free for children. Kathy said ...
Kershaw County’s Got Talent holds auditions in April
The Fine Arts Center of Kershaw County (FAC) announces the auditions for Kershaw County's Got Talent. Beginning on April 25 the FAC will hold three nights of auditions for the first-ever Kershaw County's Got Talent -- a talent competition for Kershaw County residents. If you sing, dance, juggle or just have an amazing talent, then this competition is for you! See if you can move forward to the final competition scheduled for April 28 at ...
Lyttleton Street Methodist Church holds scout Sunday service
On Feb. 13, Cub Pack and Boy Scout Troop 303 from Lyttleton Street United Methodist Church (UMC) participated in the Sunday morning services.
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Food for the Soul ‘Pass(es) the Plate’
Food for the Soul soup kitchen and emergency shelter will "Pass the Plate" this summer in churches, civic clubs, businesses, and community organizations to support the ministry's outreach to Kershaw County's hungry and homeless.
Homeschool artists to display work
The Homeschool High School Art class will be having an Art Show displaying works that they have completed this past year. The show will be held Thursday from 6:30 to 8 p.m. at Trinity Baptist Church in Lugoff. Pictured from left to right: Olivia Dabbs, Sarah Jane Woolington, Erik Keener and Lauren Cork.
Former Camdenite wins ‘Best In Show’
Former Camdenite Manda McKay's painting "Love You To Death" won "Best In Show" at Southworks 2013. The Oconee County Arts Foundation (OCAF) hosted the opening reception April 12 in Watkinsville, Georgia. McKay grew up in Camden and graduated from Camden High School.
LeGrand Institute practices fire safety
Students at the LeGrand Institute of Cosmetology in Camden received a lesson on fire safety at a recent event at the campus. Assistant Fire Chief Eddie Gardner came out to the school and taught students how to use a fire extinguisher. Firefighters also started a fire and each student who wanted to participate got the opportunity to put the fire out as a way of practicing what they had learned. "It was a fun, ...
Local author publishes book about student success in the classroom
Books on Broad will host Jayne Bowers as she discusses and signs Eve's Sisters and Crossing the Bridge: Succeeding in a Community College and Beyond on Thursday, May 2, from 5 to 6:30 p.m. Books on Broad is located at 944 Broad St. in Camden. The event is free and open to the public. Books will be available for purchase and autographing.
Elks Lodge recognizes 2013 Oustanding Young Students
The Benevolent and Protective Order of Elks designated the first week in May as Youth Week to honor America's Junior Citizens for their accomplishments.
Hayes Creek Skateboarding Competition
There will be a skateboarding competition Saturday at 9:30 a.m. in the Hayes Creek Subdivision in Elgin. The event is sponsored by Salty's Board Shop in Columbia. The proceeds from the competition will go towards purchasing skateboarding gear for the park in an effort to keep kids off of drugs and keep them off of the streets.
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