Primaries

The S.C. Republican Party has withdrawn from a federal lawsuit that would close the GOP's primary only to members of the party. The state organization didn't do that because it opposes the suit but because it doesn't want to spend the money. But in reality, it should oppose the suit as a matter of sound policy; trying to accomplish closed primaries in a state in which voters don't even ...

17ers’ win streak washed away in 8-1 loss to Sumter

Originally, Curtis Johnson's plan of attack was to throw P.J. Krouse for two innings in Monday's showdown with once-beaten Kershaw County and then, adjust his Sumter pitchers accordingly thereafter.

Don’t shoot the messenger

I've always heard the phrase "don't shoot the messenger" throughout my life. I somewhat understood what it meant -- don't take your anger out on someone who is simply relaying unwanted information. It wasn't until I started my career as a reporter that I developed a deeper and more meaningful relationship with this quote. Being a journalist means that not only do I get to be the bearer of ...

Inabinet for June 19, 2013

Kershaw County Radio Club to participate in Amateur Radio Field Day

Thousands of Ham Radio operators will be showing off their emergency capabilities this weekend.

Kershaw County Humane Society Yard Sale

A large yard sale benefiting the Kershaw County Humane Society will be held Saturday. The sale will take place from 7:30 a.m. until 1 p.m. at the future site of "The Meyer Teal Animal Adoption Center." The site is located at 128 Black River Road in Camden. For more information call 425-6016.

SAFE promotes Brandon Oliver to Camden branch manager

Brandon Oliver was recently promoted to Camden Branch Manager. He started with SAFE in May of 2009 as a teller at SAFE's Manning branch. In November 2010, Oliver was promoted to Office Manager at SAFE's Santee location.

Lugoff Fire Explorer Team earns first place at state competition

A team from the Lugoff Fire Department (LFD) Explorer Post won a first place ranking June 13 at the annual S.C. Fire Rescue Conference Firefighter Explorer Competition at the Myrtle Beach Convention Center.

For the Record -- June 19, 2013

Real estate transactions

Jr. 17ers collect first win of season

Using a dozen hits to score as many runs, the Kershaw County Post 17 Junior American Legion baseball team picked up its first win of the season by holding off Lake City, 12-11, last Thursday night.

Yesteryear - June 19, 2013

Old CHS Announcement Jogs Memories of Class of 1920

Crime Report - June 19, 2013

An Elgin woman allegedly pointed a shotgun at her foster son.

Arthritis and your pet, how to help

The Aggie family lost a beloved member when Reveille VII, the retired mascot of Texas A&M University, died last week. Ever since her arrival in Aggieland, Reveille VII, a female American Collie, had been receiving the best care available at the Small Animal Hospital at the Texas A&M College of Veterinary Medicine & Biomedical Science (CVM). Stacy Eckman, a lecturer at the CVM, had been treating Rev for arthritis since last August, when Rev's ...

Ronnie Lee Cranford

Ronnie Lee Cranford

Near drowning averted at Kendall Lake

One day before an Elgin homeowner found 15-year-old Daven Williams dead in their swimming pool, a Camden man was transported -- alive -- to the hospital after nearly drowning in Kendall Lake. Camden Police Department (CPD) Chief Joe Floyd said the 35-year-old man had to be taken to the hospital after he tried to rescue his fiancé's flotation device.

Sumter spoils KC’s opener, 16-4

Different uniforms, same old Sumter. Gone are the familiar blue jerseys with the red script Sumter emblazoned across the chest. Those shirts have have been replaced by a stars and stripes design. Regardless of the new look, it was vintage Post 15 as the visitors pinned a 16-4 loss on host Kershaw County in Friday's League III American Legion home opener for the hosts. The two sides were coming on this game from opposite directions: ...

Esther Faulk

Funeral services celebrating the life of Esther Rabon Faulk, 80, of Camden, SC will be held at 11:30 AM, on Tuesday, June 4, 2013 at Kornegay Funeral Home, Camden Chapel. Rev. Brian Ogburn will officiate. Burial will follow in Fort Jackson National Cemetery, Columbia, SC. The family will receive friends from 6:00 -7:30 PM on Monday, June 3, 2013 at Kornegay Funeral Home, Camden Chapel. In lieu of flowers, memorials may be made in ...

Edna Patterson Saxton

Ms. Edna Patterson Saxton, 71, of 1123 Hwy. 1 N., Cassatt, SC, passed on Wednesday, May 29, 2013. Funeral services will be conducted Tuesday, June 4, 2013, 2:00 PM, at Sweet Home Baptist Church, Camden, SC, with burial in the Sweet Home Baptist Church cemetery, Camden, SC.

Shirley Taylor Hudson

Funeral services for Shirley Taylor Hudson, 77, of Lancaster will be held at 4:00 p.m., Tuesday, June 4, 2013, at Baker Funeral Home, Kershaw. Burial will follow in the Forest Lawn Memorial Park, Camden. The Rev. Stephen Owens and Ben Moorefield will officiate.

Esther Faulk

Funeral services celebrating the life of Esther Rabon Faulk, 80, of Camden, SC will be held at 11:30 AM, on Tuesday, June 4, 2013 at Kornegay Funeral Home, Camden Chapel. Rev. Brian Ogburn will officiate. Burial will follow in Fort Jackson National Cemetery, Columbia, SC. The family will receive friends from 6:00 -7:30 PM on Monday, June 3, 2013 at Kornegay Funeral Home, Camden Chapel. In lieu of flowers, memorials may be made in Mrs. ...

Tealie (Buddy) Edwards Jr.

Tealie (Buddy) Edwards, Jr., 92, of Ridgeway entered into eternal rest on Saturday, June 1, 2013. He was born January 8, 1921 in Warrenton, North Carolina to the late Tealie Edwards, Sr. and the late Rosa Epps Edwards. He is survived by his wife, Bessie Long Edwards, daughter and granddaughter, Yolanda and Iyona Long of Ridgeway and one sister, Lucy Branch of Warrenton, NC.

Daisy Mae Cornish

Mrs. Daisy Mae Cornish, 91, of 3771 Bethune Road, Bethune, SC, passed on Friday May 31, 2013. Funeral arrangements are incomplete and will be announced at a later date by Haile's Funeral Home.

End of school and an anniversary

The last days of May and the beginning of June mark a couple of passages for me.

Ariail for June 3, 2013

Teach an old (or new) dog some new tricks!

With summer quickly approaching and the school year coming to a close, outdoor activities are in full swing. This means more time available to be spent outdoors with family and friends. One family member that might receive more attention with summer is one commonly referred to as "man's best friend." That's right, the family dog. What better way to spend quality time than learning skills to teach your favorite pet some new tricks. It ...

Wiley Kelley’s role in filling CSA ‘bread baskets’

Along the eastern edge of Kershaw County flow the Little and Big Lynches rivers. European settlers received land grants along these two rivers in the three decades preceding the Revolutionary War. They began to plant and cultivate crops in the rich bottom lands bordering these rivers and during the next half century, several large plantations developed. One such plantation was that of David and Elizabeth Tyner Kelley and their son Wiley Kelley (1795-1873). ...

Have a great Dad?

Send us your Father's Day stories! We're looking for stories, memories and photos of you and your dad. Or maybe you have a Father's Day greeting you'd like to share? Send them to us by June 12 or as soon as possible!

Teenager questions movie watching etiquette

Dear Annie: I'm a 13-year-old girl. Last night, my mom and I decided to watch a movie together at home.

Noted and passed - June 3, 2013

&bull; We can't think of a better recipient of the Boy Scouts' Citizen of the Year award than Jack Brantley, the Camden caterer who's carved out friendships throughout South Carolina. Brantley's personal magnetism has helped him establish a thriving business and has also helped spread Camden's reputation. He's always been generous in helping local causes and in donating the use of his home, Aberdeen, for community affairs. <p class="MsoNormal" ...

Kershaw County guardians ad litem named SCAVA 2013 Volunteer Group

The S.C. Association for Volunteer Administration (SCAVA) recently bestowed its 2013 Volunteer Group award to the Kershaw County Volunteer Guardians ad Litem (GALs). SCAVA and S.C. Gov. Nikki Haley presented the award, with others, during a ceremony May 16.