BLYTHEWOOD – The Blythewood Christmas season begins every year at town hall with the lighting of the town Christmas tree on the Sunday after Thanksgiving. This year was no different. Thomas Bozard and Laura Eargle of Freeway Music performed gathering music before Mayor Sloan Griffin welcomed guests. Pastor Eric Estep of Village Church gave the […]
It’s Christmas in Winnsboro
December 4, 2025 By
WINNSBORO – Winnsboro hosted its annual Christmas Parade on Sunday, with almost 60 entries decorated for the holidays. Prizes were awarded to the top three floats as well as to the three best decorated businesses. The Best in Show float was won by Hearts Unleased/Fairfield Co. Animal Control. Best Float went to Because of Roscoe, […]
200+ miles, 3 days: local runner takes on Palmetto Trail for Young Life
November 25, 2025 By
BLYTHEWOOD – When a Blythewood-area civil engineer laced up his running shoes this fall, he had no idea a simple invitation to a banquet would soon turn into a life-changing physical and spiritual challenge. On December 12, Michael Davis, 46, who lives off Smyrna Church Road just outside of Blythewood, will attempt to run more […]
Pack a cooler & your wish list: Hwy 34 Shopping Crawl is back
November 25, 2025 By
FAIRFIELD COUNTY – Shoppers looking for a unique holiday outing will have a chance to turn a country drive into a day of fun during the second annual Highway 34 Shopping Crawl on Saturday, Dec. 6 from 10 a.m. to 4 p.m. Stretching between Winnsboro and Newberry along Highway 34, the event links a string […]
Christmas tree lighting set for Nov. 30 at 5 p.m.
November 25, 2025 By
BLYTHEWOOD – The bright red truck with the Christmas tree has arrived at town hall and is ready to be lit. Well, not THE Christmas tree. THE Christmas tree stands tall across the street from town hall (at Doko Station restaurant), ready to light up the night sky this weekend. The Blythewood Christmas season begins […]
Holidays on the Ridge set for Dec. 5-7
November 25, 2025 By
RIDGEWAY — The Town of Ridgeway will transform into a festive destination this December with its annual “Holidays on the Ridge” celebration. The three-day event promises a weekend of lights, cheer, and community. Festivities begin on Friday, Dec. 5, with two events running concurrently. From 2 to 8 p.m., the town will host “Candlelight Tours […]
Laura’s Tea Room offers Children’s Christmas Tea
November 25, 2025 By
RIDGEWAY — Laura’s Tea Room invites its youngest patrons in for a holiday experience. The Tea Room will host two special Children’s Christmas Tea events, featuring a whimsical menu of seasonal treats and kid-friendly beverages. Coinciding with Ridgeway’s Christmas Parade on Dec. 7, the first tea party is scheduled for 3 p.m. that day. A […]
‘Storybook Christmas’ hits Blythewood Dec. 7
November 25, 2025 By
BLYTHEWOOD – Blythewood kicks off the holiday season on Sunday, Nov. 30 with its annual tree lighting ceremony and an opportunity to show off the park’s new 12 Days of Christmas light display. Then, on Sunday, Dec. 7, a “Storybook Christmas” parade will march through Blythewood. Beginning at 2 p.m., the parade travels along Main […]
Winnsboro parade, tree lighting set for Nov. 30
November 25, 2025 By
WINNSBORO – Winnsboro will host its annual Christmas Parade on Sunday, Nov. 30. The parade will start at 4:30 p.m. It will travel down Congress Street to Moultrie Street. Prizes will be awarded for Best Church Float, Best Walking Group, and Best Overall Float. Entries must be decorated for Christmas and registered with the Fairfield […]
Pine Tree Players bring modern twist to holiday classic, partner with local charity
November 25, 2025 By
WINNSBORO — The holiday season has arrived, and Pine Tree Playhouse is shaking up tradition with a fresh take on a timeless tale with its annual Christmas production. “Emmalina Scrooge,” by Steph Deferie, promises a modern twist for audiences who might be tired of the same old holiday shows. In a creative departure from the […]
