A mailer was received in mailboxes yesterday throughout District 41 stating that I, “was one of only 7 legislators who voted to continue paying corrupt SCANA executives out of our utility bills.” As you already know, I count it an honor and privilege to serve the citizens of District 41. I look forward to continuing […]
Letter: I am Running for District 7
June 7, 2018 By
To the Citizens of District 7 of Fairfield County: I, Clarence Gilbert, would like to formally announce my candidacy for the District 7 seat on Fairfield County Council. With the current Council Chairman and District 7 representative, Mr. Billy Smith, not running for re-election, I feel that now is the time to step forward and […]
Letter: Vote Joe June 12
June 7, 2018 By
Joe Mceachern has been a longtime friend to those of us in Blythewood, especially us residents on Rimer Pond Road, LongCreek Plantation, Heins Road area and other areas of the community who have fought zoning issues at the county government level. For the better part of twenty years Joe has stood alongside of what we […]
Letter: Budget Instructions
June 7, 2018 By
Any organization that requests the Fairfield County Council pay for their auditor should supply the Council with the full audit where all monies are received and salary amounts and other expenditures enclosed. Any organization that is to receive a sum of money for a specified reason should not be reimbursed until receipts are supplied for payment. […]
Letter to the Editor: No to Annexation June 5
May 31, 2018 By
As you may or may not know, the Town of Jenkinsville is attempting a forced annexation of 143 additional properties into the town. If you received this letter, your property is in jeopardy of being annexed or your property is currently in the incorporated town of Jenkinsville. What does this mean for you? More taxes, […]
News Analysis: Are chambers laundering government money?
May 31, 2018 By
COLUMBIA – The Supreme Court of South Carolina ruled last week in a case brought against the Hilton Head Island-Bluffton Chamber of Commerce to force that organization to disclose how it spent tax money and a $1 million grant from the State of South Carolina. The Supreme Court ruled that the organization was not a […]
From the Pulpit: 10 Reasons to Rejoice
May 31, 2018 By
We are commanded to rejoice in the Lord. Philippians (4:4) says, “Rejoice in the Lord always. Again I will say, rejoice!” God’s people throughout history both have rejoiced and have called for others to rejoice. Psalm (32:11) says, “Be glad in the Lord and rejoice, you righteous; and shout for joy, all you upright in […]
Tech Bytes: Check your snail mail on email
May 17, 2018 By
The United States Postal Service, UPS, and FedEx all offer online dashboards where you can see exactly what mail and packages are scheduled to arrive at your address. They will email and send you text message notifications. These are all free services, although UPS and FedEx have a few additional paid features. For example, you […]
From the Pulpit: 10 Reasons to Rejoice
May 10, 2018 By
We are commanded to rejoice in the Lord. Philippians (4:4) says, “Rejoice in the Lord always. Again I will say, rejoice!” God’s people throughout history both have rejoiced and have called for others to rejoice. Psalm (32:11) says, “Be glad in the Lord and rejoice, you righteous; and shout for joy, all you upright in […]
Letters: Thank You for Golfing
May 3, 2018 By
The Fairfield County Disabilities and Special Needs Board (FCDSNB) would like to thank everyone who made our golf tournament a success. You warmed the chilly day with your enthusiasm. Thank you. Shirley M Greene Ridgeway
