The new year brings new opportunities for employment at Neptune Island Waterpark. Neptune Island is a 6-acre, family-friendly waterpark adventure located in Hartsville, South Carolina. Open seasonally from mid-May through Labor Day, the attraction has welcomed over 197,000 visitors in its fi…
African American college enrollment remains consistently low nationally and in South Carolina. Black students currently comprise only 9.5 percent of undergraduate enrollment at South Carolina colleges and universities. According to the US Bureau of Labor and Statistics, of the 3.2 million hi…
City firefighters will be staying on East Broad Street in a temporary shelter while S.C. Department of Transportation (SCDOT) reconstructs the intersection at Orange and Wells Street beginning January 2.
The Elizabeth Pettigrew Durant Children’s Fourth Judicial Circuit Satellite Center has been awarded re-accreditation by National Children’s Alliance following an extensive application and site review process. Accreditation is the highest level of membership with National Children’s Alliance …
Florence-Darlington Technical College (FDTC) Interim President Edward Bethea is pleased to announce the President's and Dean’s Lists for the College’s 2020 Fall Semester. A full-time (12 Credit Hours or more) FDTC student must achieve a 4.0 grade point average (GPA) to be named to the Presid…
FLORENCE, S.C. – HopeHealth held a ribbon cutting for the opening of its newest location, HopeHealth at Bethea on Dec. 8 and streamed the event on Facebook Live.
Florence-Darlington Technical College (FDTC) students can now transfer to Lander University in Greenwood, SC as juniors thanks to a newly formed partnership between the two institutions.
Pelvic relaxation may sound like something pleasant but that is definitely not the case. The phrase is another way of describing pelvic organ prolapse, a condition that occurs when the pelvic floor– the muscles, ligaments, connective tissue and nerves that support and control the bladder, ut…
Sumter, SC — Central Carolina Technical College officials are pleased to announce that Coronavirus Aid, Relief and Economic Security (CARES) Act funds will once again assist students in financial need.
Kalmia Gardens of Coker University recently celebrated the completion of its new observation platform, which was made possible thanks to generous grants from The Byerly Foundation, Carolina Pines Regional Medical Center, The Charles and Elizabeth Coker Foundation, The Charles and Joan Coker …
Coker University celebrated its 2020 commencement with five separate ceremonies: a ceremony on Friday evening, December 11, for graduate students and four separate ceremonies on Saturday, December 12, for its undergraduate students. Across all five ceremonies, approximately 150 students atte…
During what has been a difficult year for many, Coker University’s Board of Trustees voted unanimously at their fall meeting to freeze tuition for the 2021-2022 academic year. In previous years, the university allowed for a standard, annual incremental tuition increase. “Many students and th…
From technology to set design, Coker faculty have been asked to present their expertise to regional, national, and international organizations. Assistant professor of art Jasmine Baetz led a community-produced public art project during her time at the University of Colorado, Boulder. The uni…
At a Regular City Council Meeting held on December 8, 2020, City of Hartsville City Council voted to extend the temporary ordinance requiring customers to wear face coverings in Hartsville to help combat the spread of COVID-19. The original ordinance passed on August 11, 2020 and was renewed…
The Byerly Foundation and the Sonoco Foundation have contributed to the Community Foundation for a Better Hartsville to provide boost grants to non profits who do work in the greater Hartsville area. The application for the grants is available here: https://docs.google.com/forms/d/e/1FAIpQLS…
Darlington, SC- Trinity Collegiate School partnered with Manna House to have a food drive for the holiday season. During one of the student council meeting this fall, the students discussed the need being felt in the community and called Manna house to see which food items were in need most …
FLORENCE, S.C. – Florence-Darlington Technical College (FDTC) was awarded more than $2.6 million in grant funding throughout 2020.
Columbia, SC – In an effort to provide families and individuals with the tools they need to navigate challenging times during COVID-19 and beyond, Duke Energy has partnered with the United Way Association of South Carolina providing $200,000 to assist utility customers with their bills and e…
Coker University recently announced Tyson J. Beale, Ph.D., is the institution’s new Vice President of Student Services.The Vice President of Student Services is the chief student services officer of the University, an invaluable part of the Executive Leadership Team, and a position that repo…
Darlington, SC - Trinity Collegiate School received $15,000 from the Catherine J. McGinnis Family Foundation to be used for tuition assistance and financial aid. This is not the first contribution that McGinnis Foundation has given to Trinity Collegiate. It has supported the School for many …
FLORENCE — MUSC Health is offering increased testing capacity across the state and results are typically reported within 24-48 hours, so test availability or turnaround time should not be a deterrent to individuals. Ideally, individuals, families and friends should be tested within five day…
Darlington, SC- Trinity Collegiate School received a $50,000 grant from the Sonoco Foundation to be used toward the campus expansion project. The donation came from the partnership between the Sonoco Foundation and the Central Carolina Community Foundation.
Darlington, SC- Trinity Collegiate plans 4.4 million campus expansion.Trinity Collegiate School plans to break ground this coming spring on a 4.4 million dollar campus expansion. The plans include an International Student dormitory, an Auxiliary Gymnasium, and an Academic Classroom Building.
Trinity Collegiate senior, Gene Zeigler became the first student athlete at the School to sign a letter of intent to play golf for the University of South Carolina.
Thursday afternoon’s event in the Fresh Air Fest concert series at the FMU Performing Arts Center’s amphitheater has been postponed.
The Florence-Darlington County Commission for Technical Education conducts a meeting Tuesday, November 17, 2020, at 4:30 p.m., at the Southeastern Institute of Manufacturing and Technology’s (SIMT’s) 251 Classroom.
FLORENCE, S.C. – More than 130 graduates walked across the stage on Tuesday evening during Florence-Darlington Technical College’s (FDTC) annual Commencement Ceremony at the Florence Center.
Florence, S.C.- The Mayor’s Coalition’s No One Unsheltered Committee will host “Blessings and Burgers,” an outdoor event to feed the local homeless community, on November 17 at 10:30 am at the Salvation Army on 1611 S Irby Street in Florence.
For the second year in a row, the Trinity Collegiate School Competitive Cheer Team, coached by Mrs. Katy McCoy, won the SCISA State Championship. The Titans competed in the 3A Competitive Division II. They had the highest overall score for 1A, 2A, and 3A teams in the competition.
Each student who received the Honor Roll designation must have maintained no less than 90 average for the “A” Honor Roll and no less than 80 average for the “A/B” Honor Roll cumulatively for the 2019-2020 academic year.
John Florence, Jr., Vice President Human Resources, General Counsel, and Secretary for Sonoco Products Company, was recently elected to the Coker University Board of Trustees. Florence’s three year term began with the Board’s July meeting."Mr. Florence brings thoughtful experience and unique…
Kalmia Gardens of Coker University recently received a generous grant from the Duke Energy Foundation for improvements to a section of its boardwalk, making it easier for visitors to enjoy the gardens.This project will replace and raise the boardwalk using pylons that will increase the longe…
Jameson Sheehy, a 7th-grade student at Trinity Collegiate School, was recently honored for achieving an exceptional score on the SAT, the same test taken by college bound high school students. Jamesontook this above-grade-level test as a participant in the Duke University Talent Identificati…
Darlington, SC- Trinity Collegiate School hosts 5K Race.
FLORENCE, S.C. – The Florence-Darlington Technical College (FDTC) Respiratory Care Program’s class of 2020 recently achieved a 100% first-time pass rate on their credentialing board exams.
Florence-Darlington Technical College (FDTC) has loaned nearly 300 MiFi routers to its students in an effort to make higher education more accessible during the COVID-19 pandemic. These pocket-sized routers, also known as mobile hotspots, allow students with devices, such as smartphones, lap…
Carol Turner Atkinson, Class of 1973, is the winner of Coker University Alumni Association’s 2020 Outstanding Service Award. This prestigious award is given annually by the Alumni Association to a graduate who has highly demonstrated their commitment to Coker’s ideals of character, culture a…
Areyonna Keels, Coker class of 2015, is the winner of the Coker University Alumni Association’s 2020 Outstanding Young Alumni Award. This prestigious award is given annually by the Alumni Association and presented to a graduate of the past 20 years who has already made significant achievemen…
Joe E. Randolph, II, Coker class of 1999, is the winner of Coker University Alumni Association’s 2020 Distinguished Achievement Award. This prestigious award is given annually by the Alumni Association to a graduate who has reached an outstanding level of achievement in his or her profession…
Dr. Steve Terry, a member of the Coker community for 40 years, is the winner of a special recognition award given this year by the Coker University Alumni Association.Dr. Terry joined the staff at Coker in 1975 and held various titles and positions during his career, including Head Baseball …
Francis Marion University will be hosting a series of discussions regarding cultural and racial issues beginning in October.
Francis Marion University’s Fine Arts Department and several community arts organizations are joining forces to present a free, outdoor concert series this fall at the FMU Performing Arts Center amphitheater.
Between 1946 and 1952 no fewer than four drive-in movie theaters opened in Florence: The Florence Drive-In, The Ace (Bright Leaf), The Circle, and last but not least, the Palmetto Drive-In Theater.The Palmetto was located on the north side of the Darlington highway (US 52 / Lucas Street), ne…
Soon after Trinity Collegiate School announced the decision to re-identify itself in an effort to be more inclusive and welcoming, the School received a donation of $10,000 from Mrs. Carolyn Segars Smith, a former trustee of the School.
At MUSC Health, the safety of patients, families, care team members, remains the number one priority. Close monitoring of the COVID‐19 pandemic continues at the MUSC Health – Florence Division. The following information pertains to MUSC Health Florence and Marion Medical Centers only. The MU…
The Hartsville Police Department participated in the Sober or Slammer Campaign from 08/21/2020 to 09/07/2020. During this campaign, officers increased enforcement efforts including aggressive patrols for impaired drivers. Please help us keep the roads safe by not drinking and driving or ge…
Thirty-two Coker University students received $137,000 in scholarships for the 2020-2021 academic year from the Lettie Pate Whitehead Foundation, a public charity that provides support for the education of female students in nine Southeastern states.
On Tuesday, September 15, Trinity Collegiate School held its annual College Information Kickoff Night for the senior class. Director of College Counseling at Trinity Collegiate, Mr. Weston Nunn, presented to the group of eager parents and students. The event was also live-streamed over Googl…
Partners within Darlington County have teamed up to present a Mask Up Darlington County initiative to encourage residents and visitors to mask up to reduce the spread of COVID-19. Darlington County, Darlington County School District, Carolina Pines Regional Medical Center, and the City of Ha…
The Darlington Downtown Revitalization Association (DDRA) presented the cash prizes to winners of the Eat Local contest on Tuesday, September 8, at the City Administration Building in Darlington. Pictured from left are Wally Boatwright, Faye Dixon, and Jean Tyner.
Trinity Collegiate School received one of its largest pledges from the Catherine J. McGinnis Family Foundation. The foundation was established in Virginia in 1998 and focuses on giving to organizations including: Roman Catholic human services, child care, educational, medical, and health ser…
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