WINNSBORO – The Fairfield County Chamber of Commerce celebrated its 80th anniversary with a Gala on July 16, presenting awards to the best of its best. With 164 in attendance, Chamber President Dillon Pullen welcomed members and friends to the dinner/dance at The Barn at South Winns that featured music by Sherri Caffaro and catering […]
It’s Time to Vote!
July 24, 2025 By
BLYTHEWOOD – About 50 people attended a Q & A forum Monday at Blythewood Park where Mayor Pro Tem Donald Brock and Council Members Rich McKenrick and Andrea Fripp answered questions as to why they called for a referendum to change the form of the town’s government. Councilwoman Erica Page was out of town and […]
Summer concert returns Saturday
July 24, 2025 By
WINNSBORO – Put your dancin’ shoes on and head to downtown Winnsboro this Saturday evening for the second concert in the Fairfield Chamber of Commerce’s Summer Nights Concert Series. From 8 – 11 p.m., the Jonathan Douglas Band will be on stage in front of the clock. Food trucks will be on site selling a […]
Anastasia: The Musical
July 24, 2025 By
WINNSBORO – A scene from opening weekend at Anastasia: The Musical features, from left: Grey McFadden, Sam Cathcart and JT Crossland. Anastasia continues at The Pine Tree Playhouse on Friday, July 25 and Saturday, July 26 at 7 p.m. The final show will be Sunday, July 27 at 3 p.m.
Fairfield Sheriff’s Office hosts annual Kids Camp
July 17, 2025 By
WINNSBORO – “What an incredible week it’s been at the Fairfield County Sheriff’s Office Kids Camp,” read the Office’s Facebook post at the end of their three-day camp. “Our staff is already missing the laughter, curiosity, and energy that filled each day.” This year’s camp included investigations of mock crime scenes; the ins and outs […]
Fairfield County Sheriff warns of Lake Wateree land sale scam
July 17, 2025 By
LAKE WATEREE – The Sheriff’s Office is investigating a real estate scam targeting property owners and potential buyers in the Lake Wateree area. This fraudulent scheme involves individuals posing as the rightful owners of vacant or undeveloped land and attempting to sell the property without the true owner’s knowledge. In a recent incident, a property owner discovered a For […]
Fairfield Rec’s Color Me Fit 5K registration is open
July 17, 2025 By
WINNSBORO – The Fairfield Recreation Commission will hold a summer 5K on July 26. The Color Me Fit event is set to begin at Fortune Springs Park at 8 a.m. The run is five kilometers; walkers will follow a 1.5 mile course. Registration, available at strictlyrunning.com, is $30 and includes a t-shirt. Online registration ends […]
Twisters considers preschool program
July 10, 2025 By
BLYTHEWOOD – Following Trinity Learning Center’s recent closure announcement, Twister Nation, which houses The Tumble Tree and Twisters, is exploring interest for a potential preschool program in their Blythewood facility. The new 20,000 square foot gym, which officially opened in March 2025, has five large gym floors with trampolines and indoor preschool play equipment. “If […]
Chris Jackson named top high school barber in US
July 10, 2025 By
WINNSBORO – Chris Jackson, a 2025 graduate of Fairfield Central High School and a standout student at Fairfield Career & Technology Center (FCTC), has earned national recognition after winning first place in the High School Barbering Competition at the 2025 SkillsUSA National Leadership and Skills Conference (NLSC) held in Atlanta, Georgia. Competing against 31 of […]
Fairfield County Sheriff’s Office launches Chaplain Program
July 10, 2025 By
FAIRFIELD COUNTY – On Tuesday, July 2, Fairfield County Sheriff Will Montgomery announced the Sheriff’s Office’s new chaplain program. “This marks a significant and meaningful step forward for our agency, and we’re proud to welcome these dedicated individuals into our family,” a press release from the Sheriff’s office said. “Each chaplain brings a unique spiritual […]
