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McLeod contributes to Florence-Darlington Technical College nursing programs

McLeod contributes to Florence-Darlington Technical College nursing programs

  • Special to The Morning News

McLeod Health has contributed $75,000 to Florence-Darlington Technical College to support their nursing program, recognizing the increasing need for healthcare services and the shortage of nurses. 

Darlington County Council, House races on ballot

Darlington County Council, House races on ballot

  • gzaleski

In the upcoming June 9 party primaries in Darlington County, various Democratic and Republican races are set to take place.

Democrats share goals in Florence

Democrats share goals in Florence

  • Emmy Ribero

In a recent gathering in Florence, South Carolina, Democratic candidates shared their platforms with Pee Dee voters, organized by John Vincent for voters to meet candidates. 

Coker's student-athletes shine again in community service

Coker's student-athletes shine again in community service

  • From Coker reports

Coker University student-athletes excel in community engagement, ranking among the nation's best in Division II for service hours and volunteerism, as highlighted by Helper Helper.

Francis Marion University projects reshape campus and downtown Florence

Francis Marion University projects reshape campus and downtown Florence

  • Emmy Ribero

Projects and renovations of academic buildings at Francis Marion University have been able to be completed without university debt or raising student tuition, with more projects on the way. 

Recent rain helps Pee Dee counties in drought  - Darlington County  status improves

Recent rain helps Pee Dee counties in drought - Darlington County status improves

  • GENE ZALESKI Staff Writer

Darlington County has benefited from recent rainfalls helping to reduce the level of drought across the county from extreme to severe, according to a National Drought Mitigation Center map released May 28.

Brum, Flamingos set for All-Star season

Brum, Flamingos set for All-Star season

  • Justin Driggers

FLORENCE, S.C. – Eli Brum got a taste of what coaching the Florence Flamingos was like last year.

Darlington announces Christopher Hooks as girls basketball coach

Darlington announces Christopher Hooks as girls basketball coach

    Christopher Hooks, a 2014 graduate of Darlington High School, will return to his alma mater as the new head coach for the girls varsity basketball program the school announced on Wednesday.

    Pee Dee jobless rates drop

    Pee Dee jobless rates drop

      Unemployment rates were down for Florence, Darlington and Marion counties in April, according to South Carolina Department of Employment and Workforce data released May 22

      Post 1 set to begin '26 campaign with revamped roster in revamped League

      Post 1 set to begin '26 campaign with revamped roster in revamped League

        Florence Post 1 opens the 2026 season this Friday in North Carolina with a revamped roster. 

        Darlington officials face challengers

        Darlington officials face challengers

          Democratic primaries for Darlington County Council District 2 and for S.C. House District 54 as well as a Republican primary for S.C. House District 65 are on the ballot for Darlington County as early voting begins Tuesday, May 26

          Airport tops Hartsville, forces decisive Game 3 on Saturday

          Airport tops Hartsville, forces decisive Game 3 on Saturday

          • From staff reports

          Airport earned a victory over Hartsville in Game 2 of the 4A Lower State baseball finals to force a decisive Game 3 on Saturday at Jimmy White Park. 

          Darlington voluntary water conservation requested

          Darlington voluntary water conservation requested

          • Special to The Morning News

          The City of Darlington Water Department in South Carolina is urging all water customers to voluntarily reduce water usage due to severe drought conditions. 

          UPDATED STORY: Segars' 2-run homer gives Hartsville baseball win over Airport

          UPDATED STORY: Segars' 2-run homer gives Hartsville baseball win over Airport

          • Scott Chancey

          Red Foxes 1 victory from winning Lower State crown and reaching SCHSL 4A's state finals.

          Florence County Sheriff’s Office - Six accused of having variety of drugs near school

          Florence County Sheriff’s Office - Six accused of having variety of drugs near school

          • Emmy Ribero

          FCSO made six arrests after executing a search warrant on McMillian Drive in Florence for narcotics and firearms. 

          Scenes from Hartsville baseball's win over May River

          Scenes from Hartsville baseball's win over May River

          • Scott Chancey

          Hartsville won 9-3 over May River to earn a spot in this year's SCHSL 4A Lower State finals against Airport, the defending state champion.

          Hartsville baseball reaches Lower State finals

          Hartsville baseball reaches Lower State finals

          • Scott Chancey

          Hartsville builds 6-0 lead and withstands May River rally.

          Marion's Baccus wins 2A discus state championship & other high school recaps

          Marion's Baccus wins 2A discus state championship & other high school recaps

          • From staff reports

          The 2A and 3A track & field state championships were held Friday in Columbia and Marion's Darrion Baccus came away with a state crown.

          Lake View's King, Celmer & Dillon's Grider among top honorees as SCBCA all-state teams announced

          Lake View's King, Celmer & Dillon's Grider among top honorees as SCBCA all-state teams announced

          • Justin Driggers

          The South Carolina Baseball Coaches Association released its list of all-state teams Friday and two players and a coach from the Pee Dee were among the top honorees.

          SF's Singletary, Hanks and Wilson relay team win state track titles & other high school recaps

          SF's Singletary, Hanks and Wilson relay team win state track titles & other high school recaps

          • From staff reports

          COLUMBIA, S.C. − The Pee Dee saw three individual track & field state champions crowned Thursday evening at the 4A State Championships held at Richland Northeast High School. 

          Jason English to lead Darlington Middle School as new principal

          Jason English to lead Darlington Middle School as new principal

          • Special to The Morning News

          Jason English, the current assistant principal at Darlington Middle School, has been selected as the new principal by the Darlington County School District. 

          Darlington Raceway names Airbnb official lodging partner for 2027

          Darlington Raceway names Airbnb official lodging partner for 2027

          • From NASCAR reports

          Darlington Raceway announced Tuesday that Airbnb has become an official track partner for the 2027 NASCAR season.

          Hartsville baseball wins Lower State opener on walk-off & other high school recaps

          Hartsville baseball wins Lower State opener on walk-off & other high school recaps

          • From staff reports

          Bryce Segars' walk-off RBI single lifted Hartsville baseball to a victory over May River on Wednesday in the series opener. 

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