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By Bobby Bryant officially began in April and Editor didn’t stop until Election Day, [email protected] with supporters driving vehi- Nettles, Early in the morning on cles towing “Boyd” election Election Day Nov. 5, Curtis signs around the city until Boston Boyd posted a message on his nearly the last minute. Boyd Facebook page about how his spent at least $11,485 on his day began. campaign, most of that his in runoff “God started me off today own money, according to cam- with a beautiful message from paign disclosure reports he a friend,” Boyd wrote. “Then I filed with the State Ethics for council walk out the house to see Commission. (Hines reported By Bobby Bryant God’s soldiers, the Darlington spending at least $4,358, almost none of that her own Editor and Hartsville F3 (fitness) [email protected] group, stop and pray with me funds.) “I just want to say thank this morning. Now a pastor A runoff election for an at- called me and prayed for me.” you,” Boyd told the News & Press. “I’m more than humbled large seat on Darlington City By 8:45 that night, Boyd Council will be held Nov. 19, had been elected the new by the support and love that’s county elections officials say. mayor of Darlington. been shown by everybody. We Boyd, an athlete and owner prayed for these numbers and Howard Nettles, director of of a chain of Fitness World God gave us above and beyond community outreach and mar- gyms in eight cities, defeated what we asked for. … I’m look- keting for Genesis Health Care, Gloria Hines, Darlington’s first ing forward to going to work.” and Ernest Boston Sr., who black and first female mayor, Asked if he could point out works for Generation 3 with 58 percent of the vote, a one thing he did that was key Powersports, will face each solid win that avoided the to winning the election, Boyd other in the runoff. runoff election most people said: “I would say if I had a sin- Polls will be open from 7 had expected. gle thing, it was putting God a.m. to 7 p.m. You can vote in first. I left it in God’s hands Hines, a cosmetologist and the runoff regardless of and He led me in the right longtime council member who whether you voted Nov. 5. was elected mayor in 2015, direction.” finished the race with 622 Boyd’s 58 percent finish RUNOFF ON 3A votes (32 percent) to Boyd’s indicates that he must have 1,134 votes. Another chal- won over a number of black Curtis Boyd PHOTOS BY SAMANTHA LYLES voters who otherwise would lenger seeking the mayor’s But Hines also accused seat, City Council member and have supported Hines or How expensive Bruce. Boyd said he had no Boyd of buying votes and ques- Mayor Pro Tem Carolyn Bruce, tioned whether he actually was the mayor’s race? specifics of how his victory received 195 votes (10 per- was living inside the city lim- broke down in terms of black cent). Bruce, who also was its. For CURTIS BOYD, at least and white voters. “I had people running to keep her at-large “I think there’s some things $11,485. In his most recent from all races supporting me,” seat on council, lost that race – he paid some people to vote,” campaign disclosure report to he said. as well. Hines said. “It’s all over the State Ethics Commission, Hines, in an interview with Two other council mem- Facebook and everything. … dated Oct. 15, Boyd reported the News & Press immediately bers, Bryant Gardner and John Five dollars apiece. I didn’t pay using $8,554 of his own money after the votes were counted, Milling, were re-elected to anybody. … I don’t believe in in the election cycle. He report- their at-large seats. The fight said of her loss: “It is what it is. buying people. I’ve never ed $2,931 in individual contri- for Bruce’s council seat now Ain’t nothing I can do about it. bought anybody. So if he butions. He reported having goes to a Nov. 19 runoff … You know what? I made bought people and they voted spent all that, totaling $11,485. between newcomers Howard peace with God. And I told for him, so be it.” Boyd’s single biggest contribu- Nettles and Ernest Boston. God, ‘Whatever it is, whatever Hines also questioned tor was listed as Glenn McRae Boyd’s energetic campaign it is.’ I’m going to be all right.” Boyd’s residency in the city of Darlington, $500. limits. “He has a house in the city, and pretending that he’s For GLORIA HINES, at living there, but he’s really least $4,358. In her most recent not. … He’s got so many cars campaign disclosure report to (there), nobody knows Gloria Hines the Ethics Commission, dated whether he’s staying there or Oct. 10, Hines reported using not.” anyone to vote for me,” he truth,” Bruce said. Bruce said $150 in personal funds during The mayor also criticized said. “It’s ridiculous for her to that in 2015, she had original- the election cycle. She reported her other challenger, Bruce, even bring that up.” He said ly been considering a run for $4,410 in individual contribu- for allegedly breaking an that an anonymous Facebook mayor, but that Hines asked tions, for total contributions of agreement not to run against user started that rumor. As for Bruce not to run against her. $4,560. She reported having Hines in 2019. “She did the his residency, Boyd said that “She said, ‘If you let me run spent $4,358 of that. Hines’ wrong way, too,” Hines said. he owns a home in the city and this time, next time I will sup- single biggest contributor was “ … Four years ago, I told her I in the county, but that his legal port you (for mayor).’” After listed as Willie and Betty wanted two terms, and when I residence is inside the city lim- getting advice from others, Pearson of Darlington, $560. finished my two terms, I’d help its. He described Hines’ com- Bruce said, she ruled out a her get in (as mayor). But she ments as stirring controversy mayor’s race, accepted Hines’ CAROLYN BRUCE had not disobeyed that. She went the for the sake of stirring contro- promised support for 2019, filed any campaign reports for other way. I don’t know why. I versy and said, “Darlington and ran successfully for an at- the mayor’s race or her council didn’t do anything to her.” needs a breath of fresh air.” large council seat. race with the Ethics Boyd emphatically denied Bruce also denied that she Commission, according to the Hines’ allegations. “I didn’t pay had broken any deal with ELECTION ON 3A agency’s online database. Bryant Gardner and John Milling Hines. “She’s not telling the -- Bobby Bryant County adopts Bailey Bill to preserve historic properties

By Samantha Lyles remodeling. Darlington, and construction Staff Writer This means that if you buy should begin next year. [email protected] a historic home for $80,000 Also on the agenda, coun- Darlington County Council and invest $100,000 in reno- cil approved second reading met Nov. 4 and voted unani- vations, the property tax bill of Ordinance 19-22, which mously to help owners of his- would be assessed at $80,000 would authorize a fee-in-lieu- toric properties invest in their rather than $180,000. of-taxes (FILOT) agreement revitalization. On another matter related between an as-yet unidenti- Council approved final to preserving local history, fied private industry known reading of Ordinance 19-19, council approved contracting as “Project Star” and the mul- adopting the Bailey Bill and with architect Robert H. ticounty business park owned clearing the way for property Goodson Jr. of Hartsville to jointly by Darlington County owners to receive tax breaks design a new museum addi- and Florence County. when they refurbish histori- tion for the Darlington The Project Star invest- ment is expected to total $5 cal homes and buildings. County Historical million over 10 years. Once a property is deemed of Commission. If the FILOT is approved, historical value by the coun- The contract requires no the company would pay an ty, owners can apply to have funding from the county as their property assessed at its agreed upon fee instead of the entire museum project property taxes for a period of Citizens gathered on the Darlington Public Square at 11 a.m. Monday to celebrate Veterans Day and pay original fair market value will be funded by a $4 million homage to all the servicemen and -women who fight to keep our nation free. Members of each branch of rather than its valuation post- 30 years. bequest gifted to the More information on the the armed forces, including the Army, Navy, Air Force, Marines, and Coast Guard were acknowledged and Commission by the late company behind Project Star thanked for their service. Staged by American Legion Post 13, the event featured guest speaker Capt. Ian Carolyn “Bet” Norment is expected when council Rohde, USAF, who shared his thoughts about the ongoing importance of military service. Rohde noted Phillips. holds third and final reading that living in a free country is a gift repeatedly paid for with sacrifice and bloodshed. He said that his The museum will be locat- for the ordinance. ed beside the current daughter, like generations of Americans past, has announced her intention to serve in the armed forces. “I Historical commission build- stand with pride and hope that she might one day ensure the next generation will have the opportunity to ing at 204 Hewett St. in COUNTY COUNCIL ON 3A repay that and do the same,” said Rohde. PHOTO BY SAMANTHA LYLES Word of the Week The Pee Dee’s Oldest Independently armistice - an agreement to stop fighting a war Owned Newspaper Merriam-Webster.com NOVEMBER 13, 2019 | PAGE 2A t h e NeWS ANd Pr eSS, d Ar l iNGt o N, S.C. opinWWW.NEWSANDPRESS.NETion

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Thank you to years. Event sponsors: 15 years. Goodsons – Orlando (Hudson) has Darlington Family Thanks, Hal. Bristow Oil – The Old-Timers also been a major sponsor Pharmacy/Terry Lewis, all involved Thanks, Damon. State every year and will be dis- Orlando Hudson, Pepsi, Farm/Bill Moore – Thanks, By Bill Shepard in 15 years tributing turkeys with us Santee Automotive, Bill. Asset Technologies. again this year. Tobaccoville. Go ahead, call me Old-Timer, see if I care! of turkey Finally, a very big thank Gold sponsors: Kistler- Suggs Insurance – Thanks, I feel honored and wear the title gladly. After all, Old-Timers are giveaways Greg. Tadlock Painting – people who have been around a long time, seen a lot of changes, and you to EB (Edward Bridges), Hardee Funeral Home – who has helped co-ordinate Thanks, Todd, for sponsor- Thanks, Dewey. Mayflower have been able to adjust and remain. The annual Thanksgiving One could say that an Old-Timer is a survivor. Yes, that’s a good this event since the begin- ing 15 years in a row. Restaurant. Hill & Jordan – (turkey giveaway) event for description. In order to become an Old-Timer, one must be a sur- ning. Gardner Law Firm – Thanks, Thanks, Rob. Belk Funeral Darlington will be held vivor. The event normally starts Johnny, 15 years. McLeod Home – Thanks, Sidney. Tuesday, Nov. 26. Old-Timers like to talk! They begin their conversations with, “I between 6:30 and 7 a.m. on Darlington, 15 years. Rennie and Eagle -- Go We would like to send out the Public Square and goes Darlington Raceway, 15 remember when.” From there, they are apt to cover the globe, Tigers! Darlington Kiwanis a special thank you to Randy until supplies run out. years. Pee Dee depending on who is listening and who is talking. Old-Timers will Club. talk at the drop of a hat, and some I know will drop their own hat! Witherspoon and Piggly A turkey, canned foods Environmental Services. Don’t ever ask an Old-Timer a question unless you have a lot of Wiggly of Darlington, who and a drink will be given Mike Reichenbach. Donations are still need- time on your hands to listen. Chances are he will tell you all he knows are helping with our event out. Hartsville Animal Hospital. ed for this year’s event. If and a lot he doesn’t know. Everyone knows it takes a lot longer to tell this year. Thank you to all the spon- Silver sponsors: Fastrak – you would like to help, a body what one doesn’t know about a subject than what he does Also a special thanks to sors that give each year. Due Thanks, Timmy, 15 years. please make checks out to know. Terry Lewis of Darlington to the generosity of busi- Pee Dee Electric -- 15 years. The Lord Cares and mail to Family Pharmacy, who has nesses and friends in town, Southern Auto Parts – Old-Timers are a good source of information about whatever you Dr. David Eads, 208 Cashua want to know. You can learn more from an Old-Timer than you can again agreed to be the event we have been able to give an Thanks, Johnny, 15 years. St., Darlington, SC 29532. at the library – of course, it might not be as accurate, but no bona fide sponsor. average of 1,000 turkeys, Pam Sherrill Real Estate – Old-Timer would admit that. Pepsi has agreed to canned foods and drinks Thanks, Pam, 15 years. When you get it straight from the Old-Timer’s mouth, it has to be donate drinks again this each year for the past 15 Dedicated Community Bank Dr. David Eads, accurate. He would bet his life on it, and he is the one doing the year as they have all 15 years. -- 15 years. Carolina Bank -- Darlington remembering. Another one of his sentence openers is “I remember just as if it was yesterday.” It’s sort of strange. You can ask an Old- Timer what he had for dinner yesterday and he can’t remember, but ask him what he ate on his 10th birthday and he can tell you, right O P - E D down to the biscuit. I can attest to that. The year I celebrated my 10th birthday, my mom prepared a large plate full of fried Irish potatoes just for me. A neighbor came over and gave me a dime. I thought that was really The greatest game something. My favorite food, a dime, 10 years old, all on the 10th day of April. Just like it was yesterday, I remember! Now that’s been a long By t om Poland a big score, sack, or inter- I’m in a game playing safety. player missing cleats ran time ago, but I remember. Just don’t ask me what I had for breakfast ception. I like it when a TV The quarterback drops back. over me. this morning, nor my children’s ages, nor my wife’s birthdate. “Just what did football do camera zooms in on a dis- Here comes the receiver. The metal posts sliced me Ah, I am a certified, bona fide Old-Timer! Go ahead, ask me! I can for you?” traught fan or one celebrat- Here comes the ball. open. tell you about the WPA, PWA, CCC Camps and the New Deal! I can A fellow emailed me. He ing wildly. Then I wake up and dis- The team physician even point to places in Darlington where I watched the WPA workers had read a comment I made I like seeing fans stand as appointment crushes me. stitched me up and back into hard at work with pick, shovel and wheelbarrow. Some of the fruit of about playing football. I one and hearing them roar, Some moms don’t let the game I went. their labors can be seen in Williamson Park and elsewhere. Some could tell he never played an immense chorus. their sons play football My injuries never bother folks said it was just a “giveaway” program started by the Democrats, the game. Too bad. Nothing tops the drama of a because they might get hurt. me, and I’m glad I have but that’s for other folks to argue. No matter what level you drive to victory as the clock They shortchange their them. I still remember some of the things they used to say about the play, high school, college, or ticks down to zero. sons. Battle scars, they prove I workers. One fellow said that one drop of sweat from a WPA worker NFL, the sport makes you a I love the ball with its Yeah, you get hurt. played the greatest game, a would cure a rattlesnake bite! Another said that one worker had a better person, but I didn’t finely pebbled surface and I got knocked out twice, game that did me some heart attack and died, and when the doctor came, he had to examine tell him that. I thought bright white laces. I like to broke three vertebrae, suf- good, one that makes my life the entire crew to find the one who had died. about his question. Just see an official indicate first fered a bruised sternum, better now that I’m in the I still think a lot of good was accomplished by the program. By the what did football do for me? down, an opponent’s false jammed fingers, and had my fourth quarter of another way, if you want to know what WPA stands for, look it up. One Old- I thought some more. start, and a touchdown. The leg ripped open when a game, the game we call life. Timer said it stands for We Poke Along. Why do I like football so zebras bring civility to I can tell you about the Great Depression and how Roosevelt got much? I love the big green this game of collisions. us out of it. I remember where I was, what I was doing and with field, precisely lined in I like the traditions. whom, the day the Japanese bombed Pearl Harbor. I can tell you white. Georgia’s hedges and about me and my buddies slipping off to join the Army without our I can’t smell freshly cut trumpet solo. Clemson’s The News & Press grass without thinking of rock. Seeing Auburn’s 117 S. Main St., Darlington, SC 29532 parents’ consent. We were determined to show the enemy they Phone (843) 393-3811 Fax (843) 393-6811 couldn’t sneak up on America and do their dirt and get by. football. I love the uniforms, golden eagle fly around I can tell you about the big flood of 1928 that washed away the the colors, and helmets. I Jordan Hare stadium. bridge that stood over Swift Creek down by the big mill. And about like the violent hits. The big LSU’s Mike the Tiger. STAFF the railroad embankment washing away, leaving the rails swinging runs and slants and deep And if you’ve never General Manager: Morrey Thomas [email protected] in mid-air! That was one scary sight for a 6-year-old to behold. throws. I like to see a receiv- been to the World’s Editor: Bobby Bryant [email protected] Staff Writer: Samantha Lyles [email protected] Old-Timers like to talk about the ways they used to earn their er blow by a cornerback. Largest Outdoor I like to see a punt arcing Cocktail Party, you Design: Rachel Howell [email protected] spending money. Ways like working in the tobacco fields for a nickel Advertising: Stephan Drew [email protected] high into the air, spinning should go. an hour, or picking cotton for 30 cents per 100 pounds, and plowing Customer Service: [email protected] a mule all day for 50 cents. I couldn’t make a lot of money picking like a bullet. I love seeing a The stadium’s split cotton, but it sure was fun picking on the same row with my sweet- great back juke a would-be down the middle: red heart. tackler out of his shoes. I and black on one side, LETTERS TO THE EDITOR We encourage letters to the editor on any subject. Please include Every Old-Timer I know likes to talk about the Saturday Westerns love a crushing sack that orange and blue on the makes the quarterback spit other. A spectacle. your name, location and phone number for verification. at the old Liberty Theater in Darlington and their favorite cowboy. Mail to P.O. Box 513 Darlington SC 29540 When Buck Jones was playing, you would have to stand in line to get up the ball. So, what did football do for me? Plenty. It or e-mail [email protected]. a ticket. That man had a white horse named Silver and he could out- I like to see the team Letters to the Editor do not reflect the opinions of the News makes me feel more run a passenger train. I know he could for I saw him do it lots of break out of the huddle and and Press, and content may be edited prior to printing. Letters times. line up, a great machine alive come fall. It gave containing overtly malicious comments or personal attacks Now, I liked Tim McCoy, Bob Steels and old Hop-A-Long, but none where each part contributes me a lifelong desire to on your fellow citizens will not be printed. of those fellows could beat Buck on the draw. When Gene Autry and to the overall perfection. stay in shape. It taught Roy Rogers came along, the old Westerns seemed to change. Sorta I like the pageantry. me the value of sacrifice and being a team play- SUBSCRIPTIONS like when Hillbilly music changed to country music. I can’t explain it, Banners, flyovers, logos, In-state subscriptions: One year $30 er. but I think you know what I mean. Anyway, they were all my marching bands, cheerlead- Out-of-state subscriptions: One year $40. favorites, and for a dime I could spend the entire Saturday afternoon ers, and mascots. If you are Discipline is indeed a Sorry, but we cannot give refunds for canceled subscriptions. at the movies. a Georgia fan you have the game changer. It taught Like I said, Old-Timers like to rattle on and on about the things best mascot by far, Uga. me equality. Something they used to do a long time ago. If you don’t believe it, just drop your Who doesn’t like dogs, Bill Curry said, once the PRESS RELEASE AND EVENT SUBMISSIONS coach at Georgia Tech All press releases are welcome and will be considered, hat the next time you are in the company of one. Somebody just excuse me, Dawgs. but the News & Press reserves the right and later Alabama, res- picked up my hat and handed it back to me. I suppose that means it I like the emotions. It to edit as necessary for space or other requirements. is time to stop. I reckon I had better, but that doesn’t mean I have run doesn’t bother me to see an onates with me. “There Please contact us by phone at (843) 393-3811, by fax at out of things to talk about. I’ll just save some for next time. angry coach grab a player by is no racism in the hud- (843) 393-6811 or by e-mail at [email protected] The next time you meet an Old-Timer, be kind and lend an ear. the facemask. I like to see dle.” with your Darlington area news. You just might be one yourself someday. players show emotion after Sometimes I dream NEWS AND PRESS | DARLINGTON, S.C. WEDNESDAY, NOVEMBER 13, 2019 | PAGE 3A Darlington Raceway moves festival to spring Darlington Raceway has throughout the region. In a.m. – 4 p.m. Individual tickets cars through the Rusty Wallace “After hosting the Speed & nity to enjoy.” announced that its longtime 2020, the teams’ barbeque will will be sold for the BBQ tasting, Racing Experience, which will Feed event in the fall for sever- With a $2,000 Grand Speed & Feed BBQ festival and now be judged by the Kansas which starts at 11 a.m. be on site that day. al years, we felt it was best for Champion prize on the line, car show has a new name and City Barbeque Society. Tickets will be $1 per ticket Experiences can be pur- our fans to create more of a fes- another experience for the BBQ date. The KCBS, a nonprofit or 12 for $10. A $1 per car park- chased in advance through the tival-style event and move to a competition is that the Grand The newly renamed Speed organization dedicated to pro- ing fee will also be adminis- driving school by visiting spring date with a fresh look,” & Feed BBQ Festival and moting and enjoying barbeque, tered on both days. The track www.RaceWithRusty.com or track President Kerry Tharp Champion of the March event Cruise-In presented by Raldex is the world's largest organiza- also plans on to have musical on the day of the event. Driver said. will be honored during pre- will now take place on March tion of barbeque and grilling entertainment and amusement experiences are scheduled for “The decision was made in race ceremonies for the 13-14, 2020. The festival was enthusiasts with over 20,000 rides available both days. 10 a.m. – 4 p.m. during the part due to the growing popu- NASCAR Cup Series Southern originally held in November members worldwide. KCBS Friday activities will include event. larity of the Kansas City BBQ 500 on Sunday, Sept. 6. since 2013, but will now be a sanctions over 500 barbeque pace laps around the famed The Cruise-In portion of the Society, who will now be judg- The second-place competi- springtime event. contests world-wide, including 1.366-mile track for $10 per festival will feature an open ing our competition. The Speed tor will be recognized during The Speed & Feed Festival Darlington Raceway’s in 2020. person with proceeds benefit- show of cars and trucks on dis- and Feed BBQ Festival and and Cruise-In presented by The event will be free and ing the track’s nonprofit arm, play for enthusiasts. The Cruise-In presented by Raldex pre-race for the NASCAR XFIN- Raldex will once again host a open to the public on Friday, Darlington Shares. Cruise-In will be free to people will still continue to feature ITY Series Sport Clips Haircuts quality barbeque competition March 13, from 5-10 p.m. and Saturday will feature driv- wanting to put their car on dis- great barbeque and a Cruise-In VFW 200 race on Saturday, featuring dozens of teams Saturday, March 14, from 10 ing experiences in actual race play. style car show for our commu- Sept. 5.

Herrington had not made the Election Mayor of Darlington Runoff runoff. Continued from 1A Continued from 1A Nettles, in responses to a District 1 District 2 District 3 District 4 District 5 District 6 Darlington County League of This summer, after Bruce Women Voters survey done for Curtis Boyd 91 78 649 245 54 16 Nettles got 780 votes in the announced she was challeng- Nov. 5 city elections and the Nov. 5 elections, said that ing Hines for mayor, Bruce Carolyn Bruce 10 26 35 40 74 6 Boston, 643. They edged out the city needs “more business- said that Hines asked to see Gloria Hines 32 110 71 157 230 21 another newcomer, Winfred es, job opportunities, housing, her. According to Bruce, Hines Write-in 0 0 0 0 2 0 Herrington Sr., a retired social events and tourism. … As a brought up their 2015 agree- worker, who got 638 votes. city, we need to work to resolve ment, but cast it as an agree- After reviewing several bal- issues rather than create them ment to leave Hines unchal- Darlington City Council lots last week that had been for self-gain.” lenged for two terms as mayor. challenged (mostly because of Boston, responding to the “I never agreed to that,” Bruce District 1 District 2 District 3 District 4 District 5 District 6 uncertainty about voters’ resi- same survey, cited the city’s said. “And I never would have dency inside the city limits), problems with flooding and Ernest Boston 30 105 67 174 246 21 agreed to that. … SHE broke elections officials determined drainage: “How can we get the agreement” made in 2015. Carolyn Bruce 53 78 173 121 177 20 that Nettles had not picked up funding for our drainage sys- As far as last week’s city Bryant Gardner 78 56 614 210 43 13 the few additional votes he tem to attract businesses to elections, Bruce said wryly, “I Winfred Herrington 25 110 85 151 246 20 needed to claim victory in the downtown Darlington? ... was hoping for a different council race without a runoff. There are more steps the coun- John Milling 80 57 571 217 40 13 result.” She thanked her sup- (Nettles said on Facebook that cil can take to help spur growth porters and said she accepts Howard Nettles 62 60 459 149 34 14 he only needed three more and development. We are not the citizens’ choices. “As long Write-in 1 1 5 2 3 0 votes.) going backwards, but we are as I’m living in Darlington, I A recount confirmed not moving forward, either.” will be a supporter of the city of Darlington,” Bruce said. Votes by district Nov. 5. Absentee votes not included in these charts. Also in the Nov. 5 elections, high and deep and encourages City Council member Bryant having the opportunity to Sparks Caldwell, Johnny Council member Deborah County council motorists and pedestrians to Gardner received 1,017 votes serve again for the next four Andrews and Bobby McGee Harrell was re-elected to her litter. and council member John years,” said Milling. were elected to City Council at-large seat and newcomer Continued from 1A His main concern, though, Milling received 980 votes to “I concur,” added Gardner. seats without opposition. Chuck Baker was elected to an South Hartsville resident was that children walking to win re-election to their seats. “Thank you so much to the In Lamar, two members of at-large seat. voters for getting out and Town Council, Inez Bess Lee George Cannon alerted council school are forced to wade Gardner and Milling Candidates Melissa Burch expressed their gratitude to all showing their support.” and Angele White-Bradley, to a potentially hazardous situ- through this deep grass or walk and Scott Dixon lost their bids the voters who turned out to In addition to the were re-elected to their at- ation along Martin Luther King in the street, exposing them to support them. “I appreciate Darlington city races, three large seats, defeating chal- for council seats. Drive and Russell Road. danger in both cases. Cannon their efforts and their votes other municipalities in the lengers Danielle Todd-Wilkes Cannon said SCDOT has not asked council and county staff more than they will ever county held elections Nov. 5. and Nat Williams. Staff Writer Samantha Lyles cut the grass in this area in a to help find a remedy to this know, and I look forward to In Hartsville, Bryson And in Society Hill, Town contributed to this report. long while, so it has grown very problem. Millions from civil settlements paid to S.C. attorney general’s office, outside law firms

By Rick Brundrett Kittle said. “As the State’s chief other firms based in Alabama lion this fiscal year, which Gossett in a written response 1983-1995, were unsuccessful. The Nerve legal officer, the Attorney were used in a separate fiscal started July 1. said only there were “no Condon, who served as the General must make the call as 2017 settlement. And, as of June 30, the records responsive to this Over the past four fiscal state attorney general from to who can represent the State Kittle said White was agency had $31.2 million in request.” 1995-2003, declined to discuss years, the state Attorney most effectively with these cri- involved in the Risperdal case. “other” fund reserves and a Under current contracts specifics of his case – in which General’s Office settled 33 civil teria in mind.” Efforts to reach White for com- $1.4 million general-fund sur- approved by Wilson, the maxi- cases against various compa- Asked whether affected ment were unsuccessful. plus, according to state mum allowed fee for outside $221,462 in fees and costs were nies for a total of nearly $210 South Carolinians directly The outside fees and costs in Department of Administration law firms is 21 percent of the awarded to his firm – referring million, though agency records received any settlement pro- the Risperdal case totaled and Comptroller General’s settlement proceeds – com- all questions to Wilson’s office. show that the proceeds typical- ceeds negotiated by the AGO, $23.1 million – the bulk of the Office records. pared to the 10 percent fee set “While some of the outside ly didn’t go directly to affected Kittle replied that “sometimes nearly $27 million paid to all In response, Kittle attrib- by his predecessor, McMaster, firms we’ve hired do have ties South Carolina consumers. money does go to South outside firms over the last four uted the agency’s budget according to Sonny Jones, a to the AG’s office, there are oth- Instead, most of the money Carolina consumers,” though fiscal years, attorney general growth to a change in state law senior assistant deputy attor- ers that have no ties or connec- was used by lawmakers to help “in most cases, we’re suing on records show. During the peri- in 2017 that required the trans- ney general who heads the tions, as well as cases that are cover an annual list of one-time behalf of the state and the set- od, the AGO retained a total of fer of federal funds and court agency’s consumer protection pitched to us that we turn expenses by state agencies, tlements go to the general fund about $13.2 million, including fees and fines from the state and antitrust section. Typically, down,” Kittle said in an earlier while another $40 million col- on behalf of everyone.” $3.1 million in the 10 cases in departments of Administration private lawyers in civil cases lectively went to the Attorney “Individual S.C. plaintiffs which the office kept all the and Public Safety to the AGO can receive fees ranging from email response. General’s Office (AGO) and who’ve been harmed file their settlement proceeds. for crime victim services. 30 percent to 40 percent of the Asked why Medlock and outside law firms hired in the own separate lawsuits,” he Of the $3.1 million, $1.2 Still, before the law took total settlement if they win, he Condon were hired by the cases, a review by The Nerve’s added. million was retained by the effect, the AGO’s state and said. AGO, Jones replied in part: “It found. Of the $209.7 million in set- AGO in a settlement last year “other” funds grew collectively Wilson has the discretion to has to do with control over out- The AGO, headed since 2011 tlement proceeds over the last with Uber Technologies Inc. by $5.8 million and $3.8 mil- cut the 21 percent fee in half if side counsel. Any document by Alan Wilson, settled 24 of four fiscal years, a total of over a national data breach lion, respectively, from fiscal a case settles before the filing that’s filed, we have to review. the 33 cases without outside about $3 million was trans- involving the ride-sharing com- 2012, state budget records of a lawsuit or settles shortly … Any court hearing, we’re firms from fiscal 2016 through ferred to state agencies – main- pany’s drivers, records show. show. after the filing of the suit, Jones there. We have input, and a lot last fiscal year, keeping all of ly to state employee insurance A news release from the Of the $31.2 million in said, though the office couldn’t the settlement proceeds in 10 and Medicaid programs, AGO didn’t specify that the “other” fund reserves to start immediately provide The Nerve of firms don’t understand that. cases, agency records show. An records show. agency was keeping all of the this fiscal year, $12 million with a breakdown of how often … Former AGs or firms we have agency spokesman said settle- Some of the 33 settlements settlement proceeds, describ- “can be used for all operational that has happened. worked with understand that.” ment funds retained by the reached over the last four fiscal ing it only as “South Carolina’s purposes across the office,” As for fees retained by the Jones also said when a law AGO are used to help support years involved well-known cor- share,” though it noted there while the approximately $19.2 Attorney General’s Office, firm “brings a case to us, and the office’s operations. porations, including Verizon were 5,163 affected Uber driv- million balance is “restricted to Jones said there is no set rate, it’s something we think we can In the nine other settle- Wireless, Sprint, Chase Bank, ers in the state. special programs,” such securi- adding that the judge in the resolve ourselves in-house … ments involving outside firms, Wells Fargo, Volkswagen, Combined, fees to the AGO ties registration and enforce- case approves fees awarded to we tell them, ‘We get a crack at at least one of the firms hired in General Motors, Uber, Target and outside law firms account- ment, Kittle said, adding none the office and outside lawyers it first.’” each case has ties to former and Johnson & Johnson. ed for about $40.2 million, or of that amount can be used by hired by Wilson. state attorneys general Travis The single-largest settle- 19.1 percent of the total $209.7 the agency’s consumer protec- Records provided to The In other cases involving out- Medlock or Charlie Condon, or ment over the period was a million in settlement proceeds tion section. Nerve show that former state side attorneys hired by the other politically connected $148.7 million settlement over the four-fiscal-year period, A collective $166.6 million, attorney general Medlock and AGO, records show that current attorneys, including S.C. Rep. reached in fiscal 2016 with The Nerve’s review found. or 79.4 percent, of the total Chad McGowan of the state Rep. Rutherford and Todd Rutherford, D-Richland; Ortho-McNeil-Janssen Kittle in an email said the $209.7 million in settlement McGowan, Hood & Felder firm, Columbia attorney Kenneth John White, appointed by Gov. Pharmaceuticals Inc., which is S.C. Legislature has “encour- proceeds over the last four fis- which has offices in Columbia, Suggs received a collective $1.4 Henry McMaster as the State part of Johnson & Johnson, aged our office to keep a por- cal years was transferred to the Charleston and Rock Hill; and million in fees and costs out of Transportation Infrastructure after the state alleged promo- tion of the settlement funding state’s general fund, according Greenville attorney N. a $6 million settlement in fiscal Bank (STIB) board chairman; tion of the anti-psychotic pre- to replace the reduced state to AGO records. Heyward Clarkson III partici- 2016 involving Cephalon Inc., and Reynolds Williams, scription drug Risperdal for funding,” noting that general Lawmakers in recent years pated in three settlements which was accused in a lawsuit appointed by Sen. Hugh unapproved uses. In that settle- fund revenue to the agency through a budget proviso have totaling $10.3 million in fiscal Leatherman, R-Florence, to the ment, $124.3 million was dropped by $4.2 million from combined the “Litigation 2016 involving liquid crystal filed by Wilson in 2011 on state Retirement System transferred to the state general fiscal 2009 to fiscal 2012. Recovery Account” with other display (LCD) companies. behalf of the state alleging the Investment Commission. fund, according to AGO “Due to the budget decreas- state surplus money to fund a Ex-attorney general company promoted drugs cov- In recent written responses records. es, the office has utilized litiga- list of one-time expenses by Condon, who has a Mt. ered by the state health plan for to The Nerve, Wilson John Simmons of Columbia, tion funds for stability and to state agencies – some of which Pleasant office, represented the unapproved uses. spokesman Robert Kittle said a former U.S. attorney for carry out the mission of the The Nerve has questioned. state in a separate $2.1 million the Attorney General’s Office South Carolina who also agency to protect the citizens of In this fiscal year’s budget, settlement the same fiscal year Brundrett is the news editor “doesn’t make the rare decision worked in the state Attorney S.C.,” he said. for example, $1.25 million involving the biopharmaceuti- of The Nerve to hire outside counsel based General’s Office, and the State budget records show, under the proviso was funneled cal company Amgen Inc. (www.thenerve.org). Contact on positions or political con- Spartanburg law firm where however, that the agency’s total to the 46-member Senate Outside fees and costs in nections.” White, the STIB board chair- budget, which includes state, chamber. After The Nerve in those four cases totaled more him at 803-254-4411 or “We employ the firm most man, is the managing share- federal and “other” funds, has May submitted a formal open- than $2.3 million, AGO records [email protected]. Follow him qualified, with the greatest holder, represented the state in skyrocketed since Wilson took records request for details on show. Efforts by The Nerve to on Twitter @RickBrundrett. expertise and resources to best that case, along with a Houston over, jumping from $18.1 mil- how the money was intended reach Medlock, who was the Follow The Nerve on Facebook protect the public interest,” law firm, records show. Two lion in fiscal 2012 to $101 mil- to be spent, Senate clerk Jeff state attorney general from and Twitter @thenervesc. QUOTE

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Gregory Scott invited to sign the online guest by her son, Jon Michael “Mike” son, Brad (Heather) Scurry of Reynolds book at www.kistlerhardeefu- Lyons. Hartsville; grandchildren, Living on Pur Pose neralhome.com. Memorials may be made to Justin Lambert, Dustin Scurry DARLINGTON -- Gregory McLeod Hospice House, PO (fiancé Brooke), and Kaitlin Scott Reynolds, 50, of Jean Loflin Lee Box 100551, Florence, SC Scurry; two great-grandchil- Darlington died on Friday, 29502. dren, Macie and Sage Scurry; Oct. 25, 2019, at his home. TIMMONSVILLE – Jean A guestbook is available stepchildren, Patsy (Steve) Remembering our A visitation was held Loflin Lee, 68, passed away online at Sunday, Oct. 27, 2019, at Saturday, Nov. 2, 2019. belkfuneralhome.com. Esponda of Wyoming and Kistler Hardee Funeral Home A memorial service was Mack (Belinda) McCarley of and other times at the home of held Saturday, Nov. 9, in the Earnest H. Scurry York. nation’s veterans Mr. and Mrs. Rowlett, 304 chapel at Belk Funeral Home. Also surviving are two Barfield Road, Darlington. The family received friends DARLINGTON – Earnest brothers, Lewis Scurry of By Bill Holland Gregory was born in following the service. “Diller” Heyward Scurry, 75, Columbia and Allen Scurry of Tennessee. He was the son of Born March 10, 1951, Jean died Wednesday, Nov. 6, 2019. Rocky Mount, N.C.; sister, This is the official week Lesta Brewster Reynolds and was the daughter of Betty Jean Funeral services were Nov. when we honor and remember Marie Cox of Bishopville; and the late Ronald Eugene Hamer Loflin and the late 9 in the chapel at Belk Funeral all of our veterans, but hopeful- Reynolds. William Henry Loflin. Home with burial at Grove Hill his fur babies, Rambo, Sassy ly, we appreciate their service Gregory was an avid knife She retired from GE Cemetery. The family received and Sam. and sacrifices every day of the collector. He also enjoyed golf- Medical after over 30 years, friends Friday at the funeral He was preceded in death year. ing, riding motorcycles, hunt- and she enjoyed spending time home. by a daughter, Chasity Scurry; Most people assume the spe- ing and riding four-wheelers. with her family, especially her Born Nov. 15, 1943, Earnest his first wife, Melba Scurry; cial day is spelled “Veteran’s He was also a diehard fan of granddaughter. was the son of the late James second wife, Diane Scurry; Day.” However the day does not the Tennessee Volunteers foot- In addition to her mother, Scurry and Geneva Weaver siblings, Willie Mae, Ruby, belong to veterans, but rather ball team. Betty Jean Hamer Loflin, Jean Scurry. Betty Jean, J.T., Harold, honors all veterans, so no apos- trophe is needed. Also, Surviving are his mother, is survived by her daughter, He served in the National David, Roland, Jim and Lesta Brewster Reynolds; his Magan “Betsy” (David) Guard. Veterans Day is not the same as Wayne. wife, Michelle Rowlett Thomas; granddaughter, He worked for Industrial Memorial Day as this is a time Reynolds; his daughter, Logan Everly Thomas, all of Goose Paving for 33 years and previ- Memorials may be made to to remember those who literal- Scott Reynolds; and his moth- Creek; sister, Lynn Graves of ously owned Raceway Grill in a charity of one’s choice. ly gave their lives for our coun- beside his computer where he er and father-in-law, Gayle Florence; and many nieces Darlington. A guestbook is available try, particularly in battle or had just written a letter trying and Ken Rowlett. and nephews. Surviving are his wife, Judy online at from wounds they suffered in to explain his torment. He Family and friends are She was preceded in death Bochette Scurry of Darlington; belkfuneralhome.com. battle. stepped outside to sit on the Veterans Day, originally cold and wet cement steps just called Armistice Day, honors all wanting to end it all. those who have served the He remembers promising to country in war or peace, living himself that tonight I will, as he or deceased, and is intended to took another drag from his cig- Jane Windham’s recipe show appreciation for all veter- arette. Staring out into the ans for their military service. darkness, he noticed some- When we think about those thing moving and soon discov- who have served our nation, ered it was a kitten that was for Carrot Cake slowly walking toward him. we realize that many men and women have paid a great price It was soaking wet but Ingredients baking spray with flour. (I use trying to defend and protect us friendly and obviously, being so Baker's Joy.) and we are truly grateful. We skinny, it was hungry. It was a For the Cake In a large bowl, combine can also look around and see tom with black and white 1 1/2 cups vegetable oil oil, sugar, and eggs and beat at many wounded warriors who patches and when Josh 2 cups sugar medium-high speed with an are faced to live with physical reached out to pet him, the 4 large eggs electric mixer until creamy. disabilities along with serious mysterious visitor leaned into 1 tbsp lemon zest Add lemon zest, beating psychological problems result- his touch and started to purr. 2 cups all-purpose flour until combined. ing from what they have gone This emotional connection 2 tsp baking powder In a medium bowl, combine through. with another living being trig- 2 tsp ground ginger flour, baking powder, ginger, Though we might not be gered something deep within 1 tsp baking soda baking soda, salt, cinnamon, aware of the severity of this sit- Josh’s heart as he felt hot tears 1 tsp salt and nutmeg. uation, there is an ongoing running down his face in the 1 tsp ground cinnamon Gradually add to oil mix- phenomenon regarding the cold drizzle. The kitten did not show fear but just kept staring 1/2 tsp ground nutmeg ture, beating until combined. high rate of suicide among U.S. 3 cups grated carrot at him with beautiful green Stir in grated carrot. (You military veterans. According to eyes. In fact, Josh says this can grate your carrots by hand, a report published by the For the Frosting innocent creature seemed to but pull out that food proces- Department of Veterans Affairs 1 cup butter 2 sticks understand how desperately he sor and make things easier on in 2016, which analyzed 55 2 8-ounce package cream needed a friend at that very yourself!) million individual cases from cheese, softened 1974 to 2014, along with more moment. Spoon batter evenly into 1 tbsp lemon zest recent data, tragically con- He carried his unexpected prepared pans, and bake for 18 3 tbsp fresh lemon juice firmed that an average of 22 guest inside, dried him off and to 22 minutes or until a wood- 5 cups confectioners’ sugar veterans commit suicide each gave him some food. His plan en pick inserted in center Spread the frosting evenly Recipe Notes day. to end it all had been distract- comes out clean. For Garnish between the layers and on top In May 2019, President ed. Let cool in pans for 10 min- small bag of chopped and sides of the cake. Refrigerate until ready to Trump signed an executive Holding the kitten close, pecans utes. serve and keep refrigerated order for an initiative to count- Josh considered he might not whole pecans optional Remove from pan and cool For the Garnish until it's all gone. er this horrible reality. The pro- be able to deal with his own completely on wire racks. grated lemon zest optional Apply chopped pecans to It will keep for a few days, gram aims to equip state and problems, but decided that he the side of the cake. thin slice of lemon optional but it also freezes real well if local governments with the could try to help this little fel- For the Frosting Grate additional lemon zest resources necessary to identify low with his. Josh named him In a large bowl, beat butter, on the top. (optional) you are unable to use it all Instructions within a short time. and intervene in scenarios Scout and on bad days, Scout cream cheese, lemon zest, and Add whole pecans to the where veterans may be at risk. would curl up in Josh’s lap and For the Cake lemon juice at medium speed edge of the top. (optional) Included within the record shower him with love that Preheat oven to 350 with a mixer until creamy. Twist a thin slice of lemon See more from Jane $73.1 billion for veteran health brought comfort and peace. degrees. Spray 3 (9-inch) Gradually add sugar, beat- and add to the top. (optional) Windham at cottageatthecross- services is $8.6 billion allocat- Over the next few weeks, round cake pans with nonstick ing until smooth. roads.com. ed for mental health services. the bond they developed I’m reminded of a story inspired Josh to request help about a young man named Josh for his depression, and eventu- who suffered a traumatic brain ally, he grew stronger in his CHu r CH n eWs 1401 Andrews Mill Road, Lawson Grove Covenant injury in Iraq which left him faith and confidence. It’s not a Please send your church Lamar, will celebrate their Baptist Church Baptist Church with extreme hopelessness and stretch of the imagination that news and photos to: 50th choir anniversary Nov. 3585 Lawson Grove Rd., Covenant Baptist Church, depression. He had been Scout helped save his life as [email protected] 17 at 4 p.m. Rev. Johnnie O. Hartsville. Sunday - Church 628 Pocket Road, announces deployed Southwest of Josh is now married and his Coe, presiding elder of the School at 9:45 a.m.; Worship hours: Sunday: 10 a.m. Baghdad where during an wife just gave birth to a baby Mechanicsville Marion District, will be guest Service 10:45 a.m. Sunday school, 11 a.m. attack, a mortar exploded 10 girl. Baptist Church speaker. All former choir Wednesday. Spoken Word Service. feet away from him, leaving Of course, Scout still loves to members are asked to attend. 2364 Cashua Ferry Rd., Wednesday: 6 p.m. Bible him severely wounded and sleep in Josh’s lap. Black Creek Darlington. 843-393-1029. Study. with a one-way ticket home. If you are a veteran and The Upper Room Baptist Church Sunday: 9:30 a.m.-Sunday Six months later, on one struggling with PTSD, coun- Holy Ghost Mission The church, 139 Mont School; 10:30 a.m.-Worship Mt. 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Playful, at Taki’s Diner or a board The City of Darlington p.m. at the Courthouse outgoing and drawn to human laps like a moth to a flame, I member's home. Beautification Board will par- Annex/EMS Building, 1625 encourage to take me out for a stroll to see how perfect I am ticipate in the Grab A Bag SC Harry Byrd Highway for you! 37 pounds; shep/bull mix; 2 years old Darlington County Campaign from 9 a.m. to noon (Highway 151), Darlington. Planning on Saturday, Nov. 16. The Council encourages citi- Commission Volunteers should meet at the zen participation and pro- Have you lost or found a pet? Meeting City Administration Building, vides an opportunity for citi- Darlington County zens to present their concerns If you have lost or found a pet, go online to www.darlingtonhumane.org and click on the 410 Pearl Street, across from Planning Commission meets at the beginning of each regu- link Lost/ Found Pets. You will be directed to the www.thelostpets.com Web site where Roses and Piggly Wiggly. 5:30 p.m. on the third lar meeting. Those wishing to you can register your missing pet. Individuals or teams of four Tuesday of each month at make a presentation should You will be able to provide a detailed description of your missing pet, as well as attach a photo. can register to win $100 in Darlington County contact the Clerk to Council Upon registering your lost pet, an e-mail alert will be sent to the Darlington Shelter’s e-mail Walmart gift cards. Litter will Courthouse Annex/EMS at 843-398-4100 or jbish- address. This will allow the Shelter staff to recognize your lost pet should it arrive at the facility. be weighed in at the City Building at 1625 Harry Byrd Administration Building. [email protected]. Highway in Darlington Darlington Planning Darlington City Darlington Commission Council Meeting Pee Dee SCORE County Humane Tuesday, Nov. 19 at 9 a.m. The Darlington City Area Happenings Pee Dee SCORE (Service Society Board of at City Hall, located at 400 Council will hold their p.m. Corps of Retired Executives) Directors Pearl Street, Darlington, SC. monthly meeting Dec. 3 at Weekly Events Darlington Elks Lodge is offers Free confidential coun- Darlington County 6:30 p.m. in the City of located at 836 Timmonsville seling to America's small busi- Humane Society Board of Connections Darlington Council Chambers Hwy. For more info: 843-393- ness, serving Darlington, Directors meet at 6 p.m. on After Hours at City Hall, located at 400 Alcoholics Florence and surrounding Tuesday, Nov. 19 at 5:30 p.m. Pearl Street, Darlington. Anonymous 1451. the second Monday of each areas. Existing and start-up month at Hartsville Memorial at Patriot Chevrolet of Alcoholics Anonymous will businesses can schedule an Library at 147 W. College Darlington, 1050 Lochend 3rd Annual hold an open meeting of big Darlington Library appointment by calling the Avenue in Hartsville. Drive. Festival of Trees book and traditions studies Programs Summer Reading Program, Hartsville Chamber of Connections events are held Opening Night Preview weekly at 8 p.m. Monday Darlington Library, Tuesdays Commerce at 843-332-6401. monthly. Chamber members Party will be Friday, Dec. 6 at nights at Trinity UMC on Pearl Darlington at 10 a.m. host these events in their place Black Creek Arts Council. Street. Use Orange Street Downtown Family Movie - Thurs. at Story Time of business so they can pro- Tickets are $35 per person. entrance. Info: 843-395-6897. Development 4pm Darlington: Thursdays at mote their products/services. General admission to show on Al-Anon is a fellowship of Association Board Accelerated Reader Testing, 10 a.m. Info: 398-4940 ext. Business cards are also collect- Saturday, Dec. 7 from 10 a.m. adult relatives and friends of of Directors Available ALL Summer 305. ed from those in attendance until 4 pm. and Sunday, Dec. alcoholics for mutual support. Meeting Potluck Club [What the Hartsville: Tuesdays at 10 The DDRA Board of and given to the host at the 8 from noon until 4 p.m. Visitors are welcome. Fork?], Monthly Event, 4th a.m. Info: 332-5115 ext. 7. Directors will meet at City end of the event. Members Childcare is not available. Al- Wednesday at 5:30 pm, bring Society Hill: Thursdays at Administration, 410 Pearl who attend have an opportuni- 251st Annual Anon meetings: one dish and feast on 11:00 a.m. Info: 378-0026 Street, at 8 a.m. on the first ty to be drawn to give a 60-sec- Christmas Dinner Thursdays at 8 p.m at the many…theme changes month- Lamar: Thursdays at 11:30 Tuesday of the month, except ond infomercial about their We welcome the family Hartsville AA Hut, 310 S. ly, call 843-398-4940 for more in July and September. business. members of all of our McFarland Street. Info: 843- information. This event is FREE. Soldiers to come join us on 992-2981. Monthly Events Free Vision Sunday, Dec. 8 at 10 a.m. to Beautification fellowship over a great meal, Al-Anon Meetings Darlington Screenings a.m. Info: 326-5524 Free Medical Clinic of Board come see what we have Al-Anon is a fellowship of Kiwanis Club Every other Thursday at 1 American Legion Darlington County and the Wednesday, Nov. 20 from 5- accomplished over the past adult relatives and friends of p.m. at the Darlington American Legion Post 13 of Darlington Lions Club are 7 p.m. at the City of Darlington year and get to know the alcoholics for mutual support. Country Club. Members often Darlington meets second sponsoring free vision Administrative Offices, located 251st. Visitors are welcome. come a little early for fellow- Thursday of each month at screenings, third Wednesday at 410 Pearl Street, Darlington. Childcare is not available. Al- ship. the Post on Harry Byrd of each month, 1-4 p.m. at Christmas Parade Anon meetings: Highway. Free Medical Clinic of Shop Small & Festival Thursdays at 8 p.m at the Darlington County, 203 Downtown Darlington Rescue Squad’s Hartsville AA Hut, 310 S. Hartsville Darlington Branch Grove St. You do not have to Open House Annual Christmas Parade will McFarland Street. Info: 843- Kiwanis Club Thursdays at 12:15 p.m. at NAACP be an FMC patient. The Darlington Downtown be held Sunday, Dec. 8 at 4 992-2981. the Hartsville Country Club The Darlington Branch Revitalization Association p.m., followed by the NAACP meets on the second Head Start (DDRA) will hold a Shop Small Darlington Kiwanis Club’s Board of Zoning Tuesday every month, 7 p.m. Downtown Open House on Annual Carol Lighting Service Appeals Hartsville Lions Darlington County Head at 109 Pearl St. For more, Start program policy council Thursday, Nov. 21, from 5 to 8 at 6 p.m. Christmas Festival 5:30 p.m. on Mondays on Club Thursdays at 12:30 p.m. at please contact President meetings, fourth Monday of p.m. in partnership with will be held at the Public an as-needed basis, coordinat- Mr. B's Restaurant Anthony Hall at 843-229- each month, 5:30 p.m. at American Express and Square from 4-8 p.m. ed through the Codes 1274. Butler Head Start Center, Darlington Area Recreation. Enforcement Office. Hartsville 1103 S. 6th St., Hartsville. We will have Pictures with Darlington County Rotary Club Darlington County Darlington County Santa, Music, Vendors, and a Board of Education Business Network Disabilities and Snow Machine on the Public The Darlington County International Tuesdays at 12:30 p.m. at Community Action Agency Hartsville Country Club Special Needs board meetings, 4th Square. The first 200 guests School District Board of BNI meets each Tuesday at Board Thursday every month at will receive a Shop Small tote Education will meet at 6 p.m. from 7:30-9 a.m. at Black The Darlington County 5:30 p.m., Butler Head Start bag filled with goodies. Dec. 9 in the Training Room Creeks Art Council, 116 W Paws to Read Paws to Read is a literacy Disabilities and Special Needs Center. Several shops around the of the Administrative Office College Ave in Hartsville program where emerging and Board will meet on the follow- Square will have refreshments, located at 120 E. Smith reluctant readers can create ing dates and times in 2019. Veterans kids crafts, face painting, and Avenue in Darlington. Centennial All meetings will begin at 2 special deals that night only! Farmers Market positive emotional connec- of Foreign Wars tions with reading. Therapy p.m. The agenda and The Darlington chapter of Hartsville City This market features fresh, Dogs International with their meeting location will be Veterans of Foreign Wars, Second Annual Council Meeting organic gourmet foods, free- trainers come for one-on-one posted monthly. 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Six months after lawmakers the Department of Revenue's hands in time for the holidays. each check reads "SC TAX address as soon as possible. approved $50 tax rebates for work towards getting these We are well on our way to REBATE." A box in the middle Please allow time for pro- eligible taxpayers and less than checks to South Carolinians as meeting the Dec. 2 deadline set of each check provides infor- cessing and mailing. prayer at one month after the Oct. 15 quickly and as efficiently as by lawmakers." mation about what the rebate If you're eligible and haven't Individual Income Tax exten- they've been able to." Powell said the SCDOR cre- is. received your rebate by Dec. 27, sion deadline, the final num- Rebates are being issued in ated a dedicated webpage with The check will be for exactly download and complete form courthouse bers are in from the South ZIP code order, and most eligi- information and FAQs and is $50. Carolina Department of ble taxpayers will receive their ready to answer customer ques- All rebate checks will be SC3911. Revenue (SCDOR). check by Dec. 2. Married cou- tions by phone and email. mailed to eligible taxpayers to Write "Rebate" at the top of Restoration Outreach the form and skip the Refund More than 1.2 million quali- ples who filed a joint 2018 "We're here to help," he said. the address the SCDOR has on Ministries, Darlington, fying taxpayers will receive $50 South Carolina Individual To qualify for the rebate, you file, which is likely the address Options section -- direct rebate checks over the next Income Tax Return will receive must have: on your 2018 South Carolina deposit is not available for the presents a day of prayer at month, with 400,000 checks one $50 rebate check. -- Filed your 2018 South Individual Income Tax Return. $50 rebate. the Darlington County being prepared and issued SCDOR Director Hartley Carolina Individual Income Tax If you still live at the address If you have questions about Courthouse Nov. 17. already. Powell said he is proud the Return by Oct. 15, 2019. listed on your 2018 return, you the $50 rebate, visit “Coming Together in "This is great news for South agency was able to begin issu- -- A 2018 South Carolina tax do not need to update your dor.sc.gov/rebate, email Carolina's taxpayers," said Gov. ing so many rebate checks so liability of at least $50 after address. [email protected], or call Prayer on the Courthouse Henry McMaster. "Any time the soon after the Oct. 15 credits. If you have moved since fil- Yard” begins at 3 p.m. government funds essential Individual Income Tax exten- How to identify the rebate ing your 2018 return, and you 1-844-898-8542 and choose programs and agencies and has sion deadline. check: Rebates are mailed in a have not yet updated your the rebate option. For more information, money left over, we should "We're on time and on tar- standard envelope with the address with the SCDOR, visit Follow the SCDOR on call Pastor Henry Facebook and Twitter for $50 strive to send it back to the peo- get," Powell said. "We want to SCDOR listed in the return dor.sc.gov/rebate for instruc- Chapman, 843-230-5140. ple who earned it. I'm proud of ensure checks are in taxpayers' address. The memo line on tions on how to update your rebate updates. Airman works Francis Marion University toward master’s setto eliminate tuition costs degree at USC for eligible freshmen

Francis Marion University is ment available to each student designed to provide resources Francis Marion University. while serving taking another step towards will vary depending upon the for students who are the first in • Qualify for Full-Federal making high quality higher other awards and scholarships their family to attend college. Pell Grant Eligibility. education accessible with the received. Donate or find out more at this • Be a South Carolina resi- establishment of a new finan- Fred Carter, FMU’s presi- website: https://www.fmari- his country cial award aimed at next fall’s dent, says the freshman supple- on.edu/firstgen/ dent. incoming freshmen. ment is logical next step for the The deadline for freshmen • Enroll as a full-time stu- University of South Carolina but as always, he was willing The new FMU Freshman University. enrolling in the fall of 2020 to dent at FMU for the fall 2020 to do the work. Supplement will make it possi- “Opening the door to a qual- meet the initial requirements COLUMBIA -- The first semester. He accepted a yearlong ble for all freshmen who are ity university education has for the FMU Freshman words visitors see at the U.S. For more information on tour in Korea so he could fol- South Carolina residents, and been FMU’s mission since its Supplemental Award is Feb. 1, Air Force website are “We do the Freshman Supplement, low it by being stationed at who have demonstrated finan- founding 50 years ago and it’s 2020. the impossible every day.” v i s i t Shaw Air Force Base in cial need, to cover the cost of all no less a part of whom we are As an airman, husband To be eligible for the fresh- Sumter. His new station put tuition and fees during their today,” says Carter. “Helping men supplement, students https://www.fmarion.edu/fres and father of two working hmensupp/. toward his second master’s him less than an hour from first year at the University. students with demonstrated must meet the following crite- More information on the degree while on active duty, South Carolina’s Columbia The supplement will pay the need overcome those hurdles is ria: Tech. Sgt. Matthew Sigmon campus and just minutes difference between a student’s one of the most critical things • Be accepted to FMU as a FAFSA and financial aid from has learned that the slogan from USC Sumter, also part first-year tuition and fees and we do. It’s why we established first-time freshman, which FMU in general is available at all federal grants, state scholar- the First Generation Fund last means completing an applica- is true, and that the key of the university system. He https://www.fmarion.edu/fin word is “we.” ships, institutional scholar- year, and it’s why we’re creat- tion well in advance of the found his Air Force family ships, stipends, and other ing the FMU Freshman deadline. ancialassistance/. The FAFSA Sigmon is just a few class- and the university commu- application can be accessed at es away from earning a external awards a student may Supplement now.” • Have completed and sub- nity ready to help him https://studentaid.ed.gov/sa/f graduate degree from one of receive. FMU launched the First mitted the Free Application for achieve his academic mis- the world’s best programs The amount of the supple- Generation Fund last year. It’s Federal Student Aid (FAFSA) to afsa. sion. for sport and entertainment management at the “USC and the Air Force University of South have both worked with me Carolina. As if grad school to make this happen,” weren’t hard enough, he Sigmon says. also recently returned from Both Shaw and the sport Highly-Skilled Specialists Join a one-year combat zone and entertainment manage- deployment in Afghanistan. ment department have “It is really difficult, but found ways to provide flexi- I’ve learned that you have to bility for Sigmon to meet his McLeod Orthopaedics Florence serve others around you in military and school duties, order to make things work,” including working with his Sigmon says. “If you do your part, you’ll find your com- military schedule and munity will be there to help deployments overseas. you when you need it.” While the transition from Sigmon has, beyond airman to student and back doubt, served. He’s a 17- again might be difficult for year Air Force veteran who some, Sigmon’s philosophy has risen through the ranks makes it easy. and is now in charge of “The transition from stu- building bombs and super- dent to whatever the hat vising 45 airmen. He went worn is as simple as serving into the explosives specialty the next person who needs because, as he puts it, “a long time ago they needed you,” he says. “Service is the someone, so I did it.” most important aspect of Throughout his military life.” service, Sigmon has found As he finishes his latest ways to serve and to learn degree, Sigmon is planning beyond his normal duties. to retire from the Air Force He has helped coach high and hopes to work in the school football and sport management industry. wrestling while deployed in Some of the best moments of South Korea. He went to col- his childhood were made lege and earned his bache- around sporting events, and lor’s degree in sports and health sciences and a mas- he wants to be part of mak- ter’s in education with an ing those great moments for emphasis on sport manage- new generations. ment. He then completed Sigmon says all the hard the Air Force’s Senior NCO work has been worth it. To Professional Military those who are where he was Education Course before years ago, in high school or Dr. Art Jordan Dr. Kevin Pugh Dr. Chad Thurman Dr. Zachary DiPaolo coming to South Carolina’s college and pondering the Master of Science in Sport next step, he offers straight- and Entertainment forward advice. 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By Drake Horton were about to get rolling in Contributing Writer the second quarter going up 14-7 when Taylor connected Down by 2 at the half, the with Tate Hawkins for a 39- Hartsville defense flexed its yard touchdown reception, muscles, shutting out the making it back to back drives South Aiken Thunderbirds in that Hartsville had scored. the second half and overcom- South Aiken did not fold, ing four turnovers on the way however, after the Red Fox to a 28-16 win at home in the touchdown, answering with a first round of the 4A playoffs. 47-yard touchdown of its own “South Aiken has been on the next drive off a nicely snake-bitten all year,” set up screen. The Hartsville head coach Jeff Thunderbirds missed the Calabrese said. “They had a extra point, however, keeping really good football team; Hartsville in front 14-13. they just couldn’t find a way With just a couple of min- to win a lot of games. Giving utes left before the half, them four gifts like that in a playoff game, it’s kind of Hartsville looked to extend its scary, but our kids found a 1-point lead, but a tipped pass way to win and you have to resulted in an interception, give them credit for finding a the first of four turnovers by way no matter how ugly or the Red Foxes. pretty you advance to another The Thunderbirds turned round.” the Red Foxes’ mistake into The game had somewhat of points as South Aiken convert- a weird start for the Red ed a successful 25-yard field Foxes. South Aiken started goal with 25.4 seconds left with the ball, but while it was before the half go up 16-14. unable to do anything offen- The third quarter was slop- sively, it was able to pin py for both teams as Hartsville Hartsville deep in its own ter- and South Aiken traded ritory on the punt. turnovers in the opening peri- It was that punt that would od of the second half. First, sion Hartsville went up 22-16 Hartsville just being able to Hartsville fumbled, it’s third end up helping the and it never looked back due make plays. turnover of the game. The Thunderbirds get their first to some great defense by the “There weren’t a lot of Thunderbirds followed that score of the game. Unable to Red Foxes. adjustments to make,” up with a fumble of their own get out of the shadow of their “They hit us on a couple of Calabrese said. “I think we end zone, the Red Foxes were on the ensuing drive only to have Taylor fumble it right plays,” Calabrese said. “It was- were basically in the right forced to punt and it resulted n’t like we were playing bad spot. You know, sometime in in South Aiken getting great back to them on the next play. defense, but just giving up the game of football you can field position. South Aiken was not able points and of course the be there and they just make a The Thunderbirds capital- to do anything with turnover, ized from the great field posi- however, turning the ball back offense put them in a bad hole play, but it is not something tion, turning it into a 6-yard over on downs. Following that early in the first quarter, but that needs to be fixed and I rushing touchdown to give it looked like Hartsville had really we were playing good think that is how we felt. It South Aiken a 7-0 lead. The fumbled again, giving the ball defense and I think finding a was like everything was in lead was short-lived, however, back to the Thunderbirds, but way to play a great second pretty good shape; we just as Hartsville answered on its a roughing the passer penalty half certainly helped.” have to make those plays and next drive, converting one negated the turnover and the According to Calabrese, the we found a way to do it in the fourth down before Owen Red Foxes capitalized, scoring strong defensive performance second half.” Taylor scored from 4 yards four plays later. in the second half was not due The Red Foxes added some Pendergrass broke off a 48- Hartsville now goes on the out. After the touchdown and a to any adjustments that were insurance late in the fourth yard touchdown run with 1:17 road to take on Beaufort in the It looked like the Red Foxes successful two-point conver- made, but instead to quarter when Dariyan left in the game. second round of the playoffs. ‘High expectations’ for Coker women’s basketball

The Coker University mores will be ready this sea- Rhyne on Jan. 4, before com- women's basketball team son after getting a year of ing back home to host looks to leave it all on the experience and learning how Catawba on Jan. 8. floor in 2019-20. to be productive in this con- The Cobras won five ference." Tusculum comes to town games a season ago, with Coach Johnson is looking on Jan. 11, before the Cobras four of them in South for some key roles out of her will hit the road for Atlantic Conference play. incoming freshman class. Anderson (S.C.) on Jan. 15 Fifth-year head coach "We are looking for our and UVA-Wise on Jan. 18. Shannon Johnson is chal- newcomers to hone their lenging her team to compete craft each and every day to The Cobras host on a nightly basis in a tough be successful," said Johnson. Newberry on Jan. 22, before conference. "They all played significant traveling to Lincoln "Our goals are to take roles on their high school Memorial on Jan. 25. advantage of and grow from teams, so we want them to Coker will wrap up the our non-conference games to learn and be able to compete help us prepare for league at this level." month of January hosting play, and also to compete on Johnson noted that the Wingate on the 29th. a nightly basis in the South newcomers have challenged February begins at Mars Atlantic Conference," said the returners in practice, and Hill (Feb. 1), before the Johnson. she likes the intensity she "We have some experi- has seen early on. Cobras travel to Queens on enced players this year that "Our newcomers have Feb. 5. will be able to perform night been hungry in practice and Carson-Newman comes to in and night out." pushing our returners daily, town on Feb. 8, before the and that is what we need in Johnson stated that she Cobras hit the road to holds high expectations practice," said Johnson. across the board for every "We are being patient but Catawba on Jan. 12. player this year. we are working hard to reach Coker will play two con- "I hold high expectations a common goal and that is to secutive home games from for the entire team this sea- be successful on the court," there, welcoming Lenoir- son," said Johnson. she added. Rhyne on Feb. 15 and "We are going to be suc- Coker opened the 2019- cessful if we all can accept 20 campaign at Mount Olive Anderson on Feb. 19. our roles and finish each Nov. 9, before traveling to The last road swing of the game. the College of Charleston for year will go through “We are depending on our a Division I exhibition on Tusculum on Feb. 22 and experience this season. Nov. 12. “We are working on devel- The Cobras will host Newberry on Feb. 26, before oping more consistency from Erskine in their home opener the regular season finale and game to game." on Nov. 16, before welcom- Senior Day against UVA-Wise The Cobras return 13 ing Converse for a midweek on Feb. 29. players from last year, and contest on Nov. 19. "Our toughest stretch of also welcome four new play- Coker begins conference ers to the fold. play on Nov. 26 at Wingate, schedule will definitely be Included in the group of before hosting Lincoln within our conference," returners is a member of last Memorial on Nov. 30. explained Johnson. year's SAC All-Freshman The Cobras open the “Every night we will have Team in Saquita Joyner. month of December at home to go out and play our best. "We are looking for our against Mars Hill on Dec. 7, returners to put up some big before traveling to Carson- This is one of the toughest numbers this season and Newman on Dec. 14. conferences and we are lead our team in a positive The Cobras will play host happy to play against top- direction," said Johnson. to Queens (N.C.) on Dec. 18, notch competition. "We have five seniors who before traveling to Paine on “We want to focus on get- will play the bulk of the min- New Year's Eve (Dec. 31). utes and set the pace for us The Cobras will open the ting better as a unit and tak- to be successful. Our sopho- new year 2020 at Lenoir- ing each game one by one." PAGE8A | WEDNESDAY,NOVEMBER 13, 2019 NEWS AND PRESS| DARLINGTON, S.C. S.C. handing out incentives Darlington pastor’s new book to companies that lay off encourages heavenly perspective By Samantha Lyles Staff Writer workers, close plants [email protected] In “Learning to Fly,” a newly By Rick Brundrett Three of the five state media reports. published collection of essays, The Nerve grants in The Nerve’s latest The Nerve asked Rev. Tim Coker urges readers to review went to counties Commerce if any of the state consider that while life is rarely In announcing in April where the benefiting compa- incentives agreements with easy, God does not want us to that DHL Supply Chain, a nies have existing or the 10 companies contained suffer. global logistics company, announced facilities not “clawback” provisions, which Rather, Coker believes that would locate a $100 million affected by the most-recent typically require companies if we take a higher perspective distribution and warehouse layoffs or closures at other to repay all or part of certain and enlist God as our co-pilot, park in Dorchester County, company locations, records awarded benefits, based on a we can navigate through trou- Gov. Henry McMaster in a show. That included DHL formula, if job creation or bles with less turbulence and prepared statement said he Supply Chain, which benefit- investment requirements learn to love every part of the couldn’t “wait to see what ed from the $1 million grant aren’t met. Commerce journey. the future holds for this great announced in April to spokeswoman Alex Clark “I write about suffering, and company here.” Dorchester County, though directed The Nerve to submit marriage, and in some cases In exchange for the the company notified state a formal open-records those two are related,” says planned investment, which is and local officials in June request for that information. Coker with a laugh. “I write supposed to create 450 jobs, 2018 that it was laying off Last year, The Nerve about parenting. ... What do a $1 million state grant was 576 workers in Spartanburg. revealed, based on you do when you really mess awarded to Dorchester In an email to The Nerve, Commerce records released up and fail, what do you do County for the project, and Nicole Porter, a spokes- under the state Freedom of when you're afraid?” Coker the company was approved woman for German-based Information Act, that since says, noting that many of God's for state job development DHL, said DHL Supply Chain 2015, 14 companies that simplest lessons are ones that credits, according to a was a “partner with Walmart committed to locating or we tend to forget and relearn release from the S.C. (in Spartanburg) where we expanding in the state collec- repeatedly during our lives. Department of Commerce. provided associates and tively repaid nearly $7 mil- “There's a chapter on for- Rev. Tim Coker of Darlington's Central Baptist Church with his new But what neither managed the (distribution) lion in state grants after fail- giveness, because holding a book “Learning to Fly.” PHOTO BY SAMANTHA LYLES McMaster nor other state facility,” and that Walmart ing to meet job creation or grudge never hurts the person officials publicly mentioned later “chose to transition that investment requirements. you're holding it against,” then lose track of it for another with the ability to endure can- at the time was that DHL back in house.” Generally, “clawback” Coker says. “Most of the time, long stretch. Coker is a cancer cer and suffering, loss of our Supply Chain notified the “Those associates simply provisions are “contained in he or she isn't even aware of it, survivor (he's twice battled loved ones, facing death, being state last year that it was lay- shifted over to Walmart as performance agreements but it just eats you up! So let it non-Hodgkin's lymphoma), afraid – real life,” Coker says. ing off 576 workers in they took the business back between a company and the go!” and while he is now cancer- “If people only read one chap- Spartanburg. in house,” Porter said. (CCED) when the applicable Coker says that the book has free, his experience reminded ter, I hope they read the first And it’s not the only time Besides state grants, job county receives a grant more than one chapter dealing him that our time on Earth is chapter, titled ‘The God Who the state has awarded tax- development credits (JDCs) award to support an econom- with how to gracefully recover limited and he didn't have for- Wants More For You.’ I think payer-backed incentives to or final “revitalization” ic development project,” from blunders, how to forgive ever to finish his project. that at this point in time, peo- companies that have laid off agreements, which typically Clark said in an email. ourselves and others and move “Many years ago I was in a ple have marginalized God and workers or closed plants in involve JDCs, were approved She added job develop- forward. “I've had so many seminar with Dr. David think wrongly about Him. ... I South Carolina. for six of the 10 companies in ment credits by law are “per- mess-ups in my life, I've got a Jeremiah, and he said that long believe that a lot of people The Nerve found in a The Nerve’s review of CCED formance-based,” and that lot of material on that subject,” after people forget your ser- think God just wants more review of state Commerce annual reports and there is no “clawback” for he says. mons, if you really want to from us, but God also wants us and Department of Commerce press releases. “quarterly credits earned Though Coker has previous- expand your ministry and help to experience more. He's a God Employment and Workforce Job development credits based on applicable perform- ly published a small collection people, then put a book in their of joy and He wants more for (DEW) records that at least are rebates of a portion of ance for that quarter.” of stories centered around his hands,” says Coker. “They can us.” 10 companies, including employee wage withhold- After Commerce certifies love of Christmas – titled “A go back and refer to that book, Coker will be signing copies DHL, which announced lay- ings. Factors affecting the a company for JDCs, the state Walk Through Christmas – he and you never know who's of “Learning to Fly” from 3-5 offs or closures since last amount of those credits that Department of Revenue hadn't completed a longer form going to get their hands on it.” p.m. Sunday, Nov. 17, at year had been awarded state eligible companies can claim audits the company, which book. He says he hopes that read- Central Baptist Church, located incentives, either for the include the number of jobs involves requesting payroll As a writing project, ers find something useful in the at 512 Spring St. in Darlington. facility in question or for created, the level of wages information to ensure that “Learning to Fly” has been on book, some words to bring Copies are available at the other South Carolina loca- paid, and the location of the the JDCs are “being calculat- and off the back burner for over them solace and perspective church, and can also be tions operated by that com- company. The tax break can ed correctly,” and “other 15 years. Coker says that he when dealing with difficulties. ordered through online book- pany. total millions over time. information” to confirm that would occasionally pick up the “If God's grace is real, and I sellers like Amazon and Barnes Overall, 2,013 workers at In the case of the “all requirements are being manuscript to add something, believe it is, then He graces us & Noble. those companies were pro- Schaeffler Group, a global met and maintained to con- jected to lose their jobs, automotive and industrial tinue claiming” the credits, scheduled from March 6, supplier, the company’s said agency spokeswoman 2018, to next July 31, accord- Chesterfield County facility Bonnie Swingle. She ing to federally required lay- in 2012 was awarded JDCs, declined to give specifics off/closure notices provided plus taxpayer-backed job about the “other informa- by the companies to the training through the state tion,” noting, “We do not dis- DEW. Technical College System’s cuss specific audit practices.” Below is the list of those “readySC” program, accord- If a company incorrectly companies and the number ing to a Commerce release. calculates its credits for the of projected affected work- The company’s Chesterfield audit period, the DOR issues ers, according to DEW and York county plants also an “audit assessment,” and records: had final “revitalization” the company has 90 days to agreements approved in reply, either “with an appeal BAE Systems Inc., 2014 or 2016, CCED records or payment,” Swingle said. Summerville: 233 (layoffs) show. DHL Supply Chain, In May of this year, the Brundrett is the news edi- Spartanburg: 576 (layoffs) German-based manufacturer tor of The Nerve (www.then- Gildan Activewear, announced plans to move erve.org). Contact him at Hamer: 54 (closure) about 200 workers from one 803-254-4411 or rick@then- Lippert Components of its plants at its North erve.org. Follow him on Manufacturing, Chester: 134 American headquarters in Twitter @RickBrundrett. (closure) Fort Mill to another factory Follow The Nerve on Facebook MPW Industrial Services, in Cheraw, according to and Twitter @thenervesc. Greer: 75 (closure) Plastic Omnium, Anderson: 290 (closure) Schaeffler Group, Fort Mill: 189 (closure) Shaw Industries Group, Central and Clinton: 362 (closures) Sitel, statewide loca- tions: 8 (layoffs) Wellman Plastics Recycling, Johnsonville: 92 (layoffs)

Commerce records show that the state Coordinating Council for Economic Development (CCED), an 11-member panel made up of the heads or board chair- persons of state agencies involved with economic development and chaired by Commerce Secretary Bobby Hitt, approved grants ranging from $200,000 to $1 million to counties for site infrastruc- ture improvements for five of the 10 companies. The Nerve has pointed out that the CCED, which is administered by Commerce, typically has discussed taxpayer-backed incentives behind closed doors in Commerce’s head- quarters on the 16th floor of a high-rise office build- ing across from the State Aanuke Mounahbi (Boone) was the first-place winner of the 25- House. Projects typically mile American Endurance Ride Conference 2019 Sandhill’s are given code numbers to Stampede event at Sugarloaf Mountain in Patrick Nov. 2. Boone is keep the identities of the a 10-year-old Arabian, owned by Marie and Mark Sobiski of recipient companies secret Darlington. Boone was ridden by Brooks Prater of Rock Hill, until agreements are final- daughter of Mike and Michelle Prater. The race drew 26 entries ized – a process that usual- from six Southeastern states to compete. BECKY PEARMAN PHO- ly takes months. TOGRAPHY 2B SOCIETY 3B BOOKINGS 4B LEGAL NOTICES 5B CLASSIFIEDS

NOVEMBER 13, 2019 | PAGE 1B THE NEWS AND PRESS, DARLINGTON, S.C. lifestylesWWW.NEWSANDPRESS.NET One More Round Boxing of Darlington

One More Round Boxing of Darlington and head coach Larry Frazier brought live fighting action to the A.W. Stanley Gym on Saturday, Nov. 9. Bouts featured promising young pugilists from South Carolina and North Carolina, squaring off for experience and bragging rights. Frazier, a veteran and member of the U.S. Marine Corps Boxing Hall of Fame, themed the evening around a celebration of Veterans Day (Nov. 11) and the anniversary of the USMC. PHOTOS BY SAMANTHA LYLES GOT SOCIETY NEWS? Email [email protected] or call 843-393-3811. NOVEMBER 13, 2019 | PAGE 2B THE NEWS AND PRESS, DARLINGTON, S.C. societyWWW.NEWSANDPRESS.NET Trinity-Byrnes scores at Drama Festival CROSSWORD Trinity-Byrnes Collegiate We all love to act and perform, are. The opportunity to go to Lydia Barefoot, Maddie Lowe School took home first place in so having the opportunity to go State has made me appreciate and Nigel Robinson. the SCISA Regional One-Act to State is such an honor,” said the school even more. As a Stagehand: Brennan Dowdy. Drama Festival for the second Abbey Novinger, a sophomore class, we are proud to continue year in a row last week. at TBCS. to stay emotionally connected Maddie Lowe also won the Trinity-Byrnes was one out “Trinity-Byrnes’ Drama for the upcoming, difficult award for “Best Actress” for her of seven schools to prepare Program has had a massive competition,” said Alek performance as “Linda.” One-Act plays to perform at the impact on my everyday life and Huggins, a senior at TBCS. Trinity-Byrnes will be head- hosting Sandhills School in my interactions with friends. Student performers include: ing to the State Competition Columbia. It's always fun to go and repre- Kat Glassman, Alek Huggins, This year, the students sent the school in a way that Sallyann Frost, Luke Baker, Nov. 21, which will be held at decided to perform a comedic defines you as who you really Trystan Elliot, Abbey Novinger, the Sumter Opera House. piece titled, “Check, Please!” by playwright Jonathan Rand, proving that they can conquer both comedies and dramas after placing in first last year with an abridgement of William Inge’s drama, “Bus Stop.” “This is such a fun piece. It follows a man and a woman desperately searching for love while encountering disastrous ACROSS monk 14. Intestinal first dates, including a scream- 1. Shelter for 50. Partner to pouches ing sports fan, a man suffering pigeons “oohed” 19. Satisfy from panophobia, and a mime, 5. Popular lit 55. “Luther” actor 23. Wet dirt among many others. I was genre __-fi Idris 24. Regularly excited to see our students 8. Used to harvest 56. Supporting pin repeated interpret the script and really agave (nautical) 25. Before bring these characters to life. 11. Wintertime 57. Golden peas 26. The color of We’re beyond thrilled to be accessory plant Valentine’s Day advancing to State, but we 13. “Gandalf” actor 59. One point 27. Indicates near know what the competition McKellen north of northeast 28. Bon __: witty holds, and we will need to con- 14. Taxis 60. Unit of meas- remark tinue to rehearse and avoid get- 15. Political plot urement 29. One’s holdings ting too comfortable with our 16. Public televi- 61. Where clothes 34. Request win,” said director Chrissy sion hang 35. Prefix meaning Monaco. 17. Nigerian ethnic 62. Opposite of “badly” “TBCS has such an amazing group night 36. Midway Drama department and it was 18. Informal loan 63. A way to between north and such an honor to get to repre- clubs change color northeast sent it at Regionals. I had such 20. “Wheel of 64. Korean inde- 37. Ottoman mili- an incredible time performing Fortune” host pendence propo- tary title with such wonderful people. 21. C C C nent Syngman 39. Teased 22. North, South 40. Happily and Central make DOWN them up 1. Reciprocal of 41. Pie _ __ mode The Toast of Darlington, bar. 42. Mars crater presented by Manheim Tickets are $25; call the 25. In an early way sine 30. Lied down in 2. Political organi- 44. Sports TV per- Toast of Darlington Darlington, is Nov. 14 from Darlington Chamber of sonality 6:30-8:30 p.m. on Edwards Commerce, 843-393-2641. rest zation 45. Taxi driver Avenue. Please bring two cans of 31. Female hip-hop 3. Defunct funk 46. Abba __, Israeli The event features live nonperishable food to stock the trio record label politician is Nov. 14 music, gourmet food and a cash shelves of The Lord Cares. 32. Improves 4. Geological 33. Genus of mack- times 47. The sick are erel sharks 5. One who drinks sometimes on it 38. Electronic slowly 48. Relating to countermeasures 6. Nightclub enter- olives Florence-Darlington Technical College 41. Emerging tainment 51. Swiss river 43. Balkan body of 7. Establish in 52. Grayish white water one’s mind 53. A way to 45. A type of deliv- 8. Restaurants engrave student choir granted funds for dress clothes ery 9. Off-Broadway 54. Where Coach K. works Florence-Darlington Arts Center Nov. 25 at 7:30 47. Ancient king- theater award 58. Midway Technical College’s first stu- p.m. FDTC’s choir will join dom near Dead 10. Requests dent choir in more than 30 groups from FMU and Morris Sea 12. You don’t between south and years will have tuxedos and College as well as the FMU 49. Title given to a watch to catch it southeast gowns thanks to a $2,500 String Ensemble. FDTC Music grant. Instructor, Rebecca Hunter, The funds to buy the dress who leads the FDTC Student WORD SEARCH clothes came from the Florence Choir, has been rehearsing the Regional Arts Alliance just in classic Oratorio de Noël by time for two big performances Camille Saint-Saëns. for the brand new group. The FDTC’s Student Choir was grant helped the choir pur- organized earlier this year by chase 10 formal black tuxedos Hunter. The participating stu- and 10 formal black gowns. It dents are enrolled in her Music also helped choir members pur- 101 class. In addition to local chase branded apparel from performances, she has also the bookstore on campus. secured the choir an invitation three-day celebration of the ity in Florence. The FDTC Student Choir to sing at the National 2020 Memorial Day event in Music Instructor Hunter is planned to sing patriotic songs Memorial Day Celebration at the nation’s capital. The show applying for other grants to at the Florence Veteran’s Day the Washington, D.C., Kennedy will be broadcast to American help pay for the FDTC Student ceremony at the Veterans Park Center in May 2020. next to the Florence Center “It’s a great opportunity for armed forces and their families Choir’s expenses to the nation’s Nov. 11. our students to learn from and serving around the world. capital. The students will wear their hear other great musicians!” FDTC’s Student Choir is also For more information, con- new clothes at the Christmas said Hunter. Hundreds of stu- performing for the residents of tact her at Concert at the Francis Marion dents from choirs around the the Carolinian Nov. 19. The [email protected] or University (FMU) Performing country are invited to the Carolinian is a retirement facil- 843-661-8181. S.C. 4-H’ers excel ALLEGORY CLIMAX MENT IMAGERY ALLITERA- CONFLICT DIALOG IRONY TION CONNOTA- EXPOSI- at All American Quarter Horse Congress ANTAGO- TION TION METAPHOR NIST CONVEN- FICTION METONYMY Clemson University The team of Allison, Hartley championship in this contest.” their success at this national ASSO- TION FIGURATIVE NARRATION Grant, Marie Elizabeth Grant, Allison, Hartley Grant, contest and look forward to NANCE DENOTA- FORESHAD- COLUMBUS, Ohio — Five Floyd and Vernon took first Marie Elizabeth Grant and competing in more horse-relat- CHARAC- TION OWING PARODY South Carolina 4-H’ers and place on Oct. 15 in the Horse Vernon continued to shine the ed educational contest,” Shaw TER DENOUE- HYPERBOLE PLOT their coaches brought a bounty Bowl Contest, a quiz bowl con- following day in the Hippology said. “This event really exem- back to the Palmetto State from test where participants are Contest, again garnering the plifies the 4-H mission of using Answers on 5B the largest single-breed horse asked questions about horses championship. Hippology is experiential learning experi- show in the world: two large and horse-related topics. the study of horses and the con- ence to empower young people trophies and 37 medals. “Quick thinking was a must test tests participants’ knowl- to shine, and there’s no doubt Aliza Allison (Lexington), in this contest as youth activate edge of horse and horse-related that our 4-H’ers on the South Hartley Grant (Anderson), Search public notice ads their electronic buzzer before Marie Elizabeth Grant items from any aspect of the Carolina team were excited to (Anderson), Rebekah Floyd their opponent in order to horse industry. use their skills and knowledge from this newspaper at (Greenwood) and Langley answer the question and score Contest elements included a to respond to the challenge of Vernon (Anderson) competed points,” said Katie Shaw, coach written exam, horse judging, competing on a national stage.” SCPublicNotices.com in educational contests at the and South Carolina 4-H Youth identification of items and/or For more information on 2019 All American Quarter development specialist. “Of their use, and solving problems how to get involved in these or Public notices from virtually all S.C. Horse Congress, which attracts course, our young people also and presenting the solution. other 4-H Horse Project activi- more than 650,000 people to demonstrated a great com- The team was also awarded ties visit http://www.clem- newspapers are now available online the Columbus, Ohio, area and mand of knowledge about individual and team phase son.edu/4h/horse or contact in one convenient location. generates $409 million each horses and related topics in awards. your local Clemson Extension This service is provided by S.C. newspapers at no cost to taxpayers. year. order to achieve the overall “The youth are excited for office. NEWS AND PRESS | DARLINGTON, S.C. WEDNESDAY, NOVEMBER 13, 2019 | PAGE 3B Annual turkey Driver tried to lure students into vehicle The Darlington County they did not know the driver and tance to locate the vehicle. Sheriff’s Office was investigating described him as black male Sheriff’s patrol deputies and an incident last week in which a with dreadlocks. Darlington Police assisted with giveaway is Nov. 26 man tried to lure two elemen- The students said the driver the search. Law enforcement tary-school students into his previously spoke with one of the was unable to locate the vehicle The annual turkey give- Darlington Family Pharmacy, Bank, Goodson family, vehicle. students’ mother, who was walk- or the driver. away spearheaded by Dr. Orlando Hudson, Pepsi, Bristow Oil, State Farm/Bill About 7:10 a.m. last ing them to school. The male “The safety and security of Wednesday, a sheriff’s deputy driver circled back around and our children and schools is my David Eads of Darlington will Santee Automotive, Moore, Asset Technologies, assigned as a school resource approached the two students No. 1 priority,” stated Sheriff be held on Tuesday, Nov. 26, Tobaccoville. Suggs Insurance, Tadlock officer at Brockington who were by themselves at this Tony Chavis. “I commend my on the Public Square. Gold sponsors: Kistler- Painting, Mayflower Elementary School noticed two point. deputy for remaining vigilant, The event is to begin Hardee Funeral Home, Restaurant, Hill & Jordan, unaccompanied female students Both stated the driver told and I ask parents and others to between 6:30 and 7 a.m. on Gardner Law Firm, McLeod Belk Funeral Home, Rennie speaking to an individual in a them to get into his vehicle, and report any unusual activity the Square and goes on until Darlington, Darlington and Eagle, Darlington black four-door newer-model he would take them to school. around our schools to law supplies run out. Turkeys, Raceway, Pee Dee Kiwanis Club, Dove Heating Chevrolet Silverado on The mother was contacted, and enforcement immediately.” canned foods and drinks will Environmental Services, and Cooling. Brockington Road near the she indicated to the deputy the This incident remains under be given out. Eads says Mike Reichenbach, Hartsville Donations are still needed school. male driver commented on her investigation. If you have any organizers have been able to Animal Hospital. for the event. If you would The deputy called for the two appearance and asked for her information, you are asked to give out an average of 1,000 Silver sponsors: Fastrak, like to help, make checks out students to keep walking to name and phone number, then contact Darlington County turkeys, canned foods and Pee Dee Electric, Southern to The Lord Cares and mail school. drove off. The mother stated she Sheriff’s Investigators at (843) drinks each year for the past Auto Parts, Pam Sherrill Real to: Dr. David Eads, 208 The deputy questioned the did not know the male driver. 398-4501 or Crime Stoppers of 15 years. Estate, Dedicated Cashua St., Darlington, SC students about the driver of the After receiving this informa- the Pee Dee at 1-888-CRIME-SC Event sponsors: Community Bank, Carolina 29532. vehicle. 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Appear Drug Charge Release For a Misdemeanor; Marij/10G or Less Hash 1st; aggravated nature All people are presumed inno-  Alexis Briana McDonald, Fail to Appear After Release Driving Under Suspension; 3rd Degree cent until proven guilty. Please DUAC: Driving under 20, of 506 Noel St, Hartsville, For a Misdemeanor; Fail to Operating Uninsured Motor be advised there are many people unlawful alcohol Assault and Battery 3rd Appear After Release For a Vehicle 1st Off  Shaquille Dandre with similar names. concentration Degree Misdemeanor; Fail to Appear  Donald Lee Jones, 63, of Harkless, 25, of 2524 If listed here erroneously, DUI: Driving  Quinton Darnell Smith, After Release For a 432 Brockington Rd, please contact the detention cen- under the influence 36, of 1181 Waxwing Drive Misdemeanor; Fail to Appear Darlington, Driving Under Blackman Street, Lydia, ter, which will send us any cor- DUS: Driving Unit B, Florence, Speeding; After Release For a Suspension; Traffic/Expired rections. If a person is found not under suspension Operating Motor Vehicle w/o Misdemeanor; Fail to Appear Vehicle License; Improper Speeding; Driving Under guilty in a court of law, that per- CDV: Criminal domestic License After Release For a Vehicle License son may have that printed here violence  Blake Lee Parks, 32, of Misdemeanor; Fail to Appear  Cinque Aston Purefoy, 41, Suspension as well by providing court docu- CDVHAN: Criminal 636 Pond Hollow Road, After Release For a of 415 Guess St, Darlington, ments to us to that effect. Hartsville, Public Disorderly Misdemeanor; Fail to Appear Attempted Murder  Tyler Austin Huggins, 25, domestic violence, high Conduct After Release For a  Ahmad Rashad Sellers, and aggravated nature of 1925 Redbird Dr,  Caroline V Chapman, 19,  Anson Cornelius Misdemeanor; Fail to Appear 35, of 100 Brunson Street, PDC: Public disorderly of 619 Hannah Pine Rd, Yarborough, 37, of 250 After Release For a Darlington, Shoplifting Hartsville, Criminal Domestic McBee, Open Container of conduct Antigua Dr, Fayetteville NC, Misdemeanor; Fail to Appear <$2000; Entering Premises Beer/Wine; Minor/Purchase PWID: Possession with Non Support; Non Support After Release For a After Warning Violence or Poss Alcoholic Liquors intent to distribute  Frederick Deon Alford, Misdemeanor; Fail to Appear  Tyler William Sights, 35,  Daijah Leserir Dubose, SPOM: Simple 42, of 501 Journey End Road, After Release For a of 1145 Woodleigh Drive SW,  Ashley Alesh Johnson, 23, of 837 Ponderosa Drive, possession of marijuana Darlington, Indecent Misdemeanor Marietta GA, Operating Darlington, Assault/Battery Exposure  Rodrekus Terrell Vehicle Which is Not 29, of 329 Marion Ave, by Mob (Bodily Inj) 3rd  Leavi Lee Bryant, 44, of Campbell, 26, of 405 Hartland Registered/Lic; Driving Degree Reid Street, Darlington, 20 McLeod St, Lynchburg, Drive, Hartsville, Weekender Without a License Hartsville, Malicious Injury to  Derell O'Shay Johnson, Weapons/Sale/Poss By DUS (License Not Susp DUI)  Matthew James Damon,  Michael A Squire, 53, of Real Property <$2000 22, of 1009 Franklin St, Certain Person/Stolen Gun; 2nd 55, of 201 Langston Rd, 1041 East Carolina, Hartsville,  Hartsville, Driving Under Attempted Armed Robbery; Devin Marie Gagnon, 27, Darlington, DUI/Driving Weekender  Cari Renee Shaw, 29, of Suspension; Open Container Poss of a Weapon During of 1776 Edgefield Highway, Under the Influence .08 1st;  Johnny Lee Brailey, 47, of of Beer/Wine Violent Crime; Attempted Aiken, Neglect by Legal Driving Under Suspension 917 E St, Hartsville, 112 Stonewall St, Hartsville,  Marquez Antwone Ketter, Murder Custodian  Felicia Denise Delane, 39, Shoplifting <$2000 30, of 701 S Eight St,  Shakia Brian Baker, 22, of  Isaac Demont Hough, 39, of 1608 South Center Road,  Wallace Eaddy, 52, of 606 Transp Alcohol in Motor Veh Hartsville, Neglect by Legal 2033 Anderson Farm Rd, of 367 Moolight Dr, Lamar, Darlington, Weekender Chestnut St Apt 2, Darlington, Custodian; Manuft Possess Darlington, Assault/Battery DUS (License Not Susp DUI)  J'Kirel Dolford, 20, of 417 DUI/Driving Under the w/Seal Broken; Drugs/Man Other Sub Sch I II III WITD by Mob (Bodily Inj) 3rd 2nd Wetlands Dr, Darlington, Influence .08 1st; Simple Dist Etc of Methamphetamine 1st; Drugs/Man Dist Etc of Degree  Haven Victoria Thomas, Attempted Murder; Attempted Assault  Tammy Marie Cole-Mott,  Cocaine Base 1st; Drugs/Man 26, of 2027 Garden Valley Dr, Murder; Breaking Into Rejean Goupil, 55, of 132 2nd; Poss Other Controlled Dist Etc of Cocaine Base 1st; 57, of 610 Potato House Rd, Hartsville, Non Support Auto/Tanks Where Fuel Ch Legault, Saint-Saveur AK, Drugs/Man Dist Etc of Darlington, DUI/Driving  Montreal Obrien Stored; Criminal Conspiracy Driving Under the Influence Sub in Sched I to V 1st Cocaine Base 1st; Failure to Under the Influence .08 1st Williams, 34, of 990 Back  Matthew Allen Harvey,  Freddy R Harris III, 36, of Appear After Release for  Jonathan Daniel Cooper, Swamp Road, Lynchburg, Poss 37, of 4741 Jordan Cir, 2695 Pine Circle, Hartsville,  Benjamin Andrew Webb, Felony 30, of 2844 Underground Other Controlled Sub in Timmonsville, Fail to Appear Open Container of  Raminah Ayesha Branch Rd, Hartsville, Assault Sched I to V 1st; 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LEGAL NOTICES NOTICE TO CREDITORS be applied to purchase price OF ESTATES Form #371ES with the at the time of the bid or BY VIRTUE OF A DECREE of will, upon the acceptance of County of Darlington, State OF ESTATES in case of compliance, but to All persons having claims Probate Court of Darlington comply with the other terms the Court of Common Pleas his or her bid, deposit with of South Carolina, known All persons having claims be forfeited and applied first against the following estates County, the address of which or the bid within twenty for Darlington County, South the Special Referee for and designated as Lot 3 hav- against the following estates to costs and then to Plaintiff's MUST file their claims on is Room 208 Courthouse, (20) days, then the Special Carolina, heretofore issued Darlington County a certi- ing 0.92 acres on a plat MUST file their claims on debt in the case of non-com- Form #371ES with the One Public Square, Referee may resell the prop- in the case of Freedom fied check or cash in the made by Nesbitt Surveying Form #371ES with the pliance. Should the last and Probate Court of Darlington Darlington, SC 29532, within erty on the same terms and Mortgage Corporation vs. amount equal to five percent Co., Inc., dated September 9, Probate Court of Darlington highest bidder fail or refuse County, the address of which eight(8) months after the conditions on some subse- Tonya Marie Amerson; Carl (5%) of the amount of bid 2010 and recorded in Plat County, the address of which to make the required deposit is Room 208 Courthouse, date of the first publication quent Sales Day (at the risk E. Amerson, Jr.; I the under- on said premises at the sale Book 209 at Page 33 in the is Room 208 Courthouse, at time of bid or comply with One Public Square, of this Notice to Creditors or of the former highest bid- signed as Special Referee for as evidence of good faith in Office of the Clerk of Court One Public Square, the other terms of the bid Darlington, SC 29532, within within one (1) year from der). Darlington County, will sell bidding, and subject to any for Darlington County. Darlington, SC 29532, within within thirty (30) days, then eight(8) months after the date of death, whichever is Should the Plaintiff, or one on December 2, 2019 at resale of said premises under Reference is made to the eight(8) months after the the property will be resold on date of the first publication earlier (SCPC 62-3-801, et of its representatives, fail to 11:00 AM, at the County Order of this Court; and in above-referenced map for a date of the first publication the same terms and condi- of this Notice to Creditors or seq.), or such persons shall be present at the time of Court House, Darlington the event the said purchaser more complete and accurate of this Notice to Creditors or tions on some subsequent within one (1) year from be forever barred as to their sale, the property is auto- County, South Carolina, to or purchasers fail to comply description. within one (1) year from Sales Day at the risk of the date of death, whichever is claims. All claims are matically withdrawn from the highest bidder: with the terms of sale within This being the same proper- date of death, whichever is said highest bidder. Personal earlier (SCPC 62-3-801, et required to be presented in said sale and sold at the next Legal Description and Thirty (30) days, the Special ty conveyed to Ana Jackson earlier (SCPC 62-3-801, et or deficiency judgment hav- seq.), or such persons shall written statements on the available sales day upon the Property Address: Referee shall forthwith resell by Deed of Wayne Sturkie seq.), or such persons shall ing been waived, the bidding be forever barred as to their prescribed form (FORM terms and conditions as set ALL THAT CERTAIN piece, the said property, after the and Son Builders, LLC, dated be forever barred as to their will not remain open, but claims. All claims are #371ES) indicating the forth in the Judgment of parcel or lot of land lying, due notice and advertise- August 20, 2015 and record- claims. All claims are compliance with the bid may required to be presented in name and the address of the Foreclosure and Sale or any being and situate in ment, and shall continue to ed August 24, 2015 in Book required to be presented in be made immediately after written statements on the claimant, the basis of the Supplemental Order. Hartsville, in the County of sell the same each subse- 1076 at Page 3444, in the written statements on the the sale. Purchaser to pay for prescribed form (FORM claim, the amount claimed, A personal or deficiency Darlington, State of South quent sales day until a pur- Office of the Register of prescribed form (FORM preparation of the deed, doc- #371ES) indicating the the date when the claim will judgment having been Carolina, being known and chaser, who shall comply Deeds for Darlington #371ES) indicating the umentary stamps on the name and the address of the become due, the nature of demanded by the Plaintiff, designated as Lot No. 5, with the terms of sale, shall County, South Carolina. name and the address of the deed, and recording fees. claimant, the basis of the any uncertainty as to the the sale of the subject prop- Block H as shown on a map be obtained, such sales to be 2428 Skeets Farm Road claimant, the basis of the SUBJECT TO DARLINGTON claim, the amount claimed, claim and a description of erty will remain open for of re-subdivision of the W. made at the risk of the for- Darlington, SC 29540 claim, the amount claimed, COUNTY TAXES AND the date when the claim will any security as to the claim. thirty (30) days pursuant to C. Barefoot Subdivision by mer purchaser. Since a per- TMS# 213-00-02-003 the date when the claim will ASSESSMENTS, EASE- become due, the nature of Estate: Daniel Frederick Section 15-39-720, Code of Frank H. Lucas, R.P. E. dated sonal or deficiency judgment TERMS OF SALE: For cash. become due, the nature of MENTS, RESTRICTIONS, any uncertainty as to the McCulloch Laws of South Carolina, October 8, 1948 and record- is waived, the bidding will Interest at the current rate of any uncertainty as to the ANY OTHER MATTERS OF claim and a description of Date of Death: 10/13/2019 1976; provided, however, ed in the Office of the Clerk not remain open but compli- Four and 25/100 (4.25%) to claim and a description of RECORD any security as to the claim. Case No: 2019ES1600527 that the Court recognizes of Court for Darlington ance with the bid may be be paid on balance of bid any security as to the claim. s/ Haigh Porter Estate: Isobel Thayer Personal Representative: the option reserved by the County in Plat Book 15 at made immediately. If the from date of sale to date of Estate: Crystal Dawn Happ October 22, 2019 Morphis Martha C. McCulloch Plaintiff to waive such defi- Page 181 and being general- Plaintiff or the Plaintiff's compliance. The purchaser Date of Death: 9/13/2019 Special Referee for Date of Death: 9/17/2019 Address: 201 Dahoon Lane, ciency judgment prior to the ly bounded and described as representative does not to pay for papers and Case No: 2019ES1600504 Darlington County Case No: 2019ES1600509 Hartsville, SC 29550 sale, and notice is given that follows, to wit: On the West appear at the above- stamps, and that the success- Personal Representative: Ray Coit Yarborough, Jr. Personal Representative: (18p3 leave in thru 11-27- the Plaintiff may waive in by Green Street on which it described sale, then the sale ful bidder or bidders, other Mark Richard Happ Attorney for Plaintiff James O. Morphis, III 19) writing the deficiency judg- fronts and measures 75.26 of the property will be null, than the Plaintiff therein, Address: 1137 Bonnoitt (16c3 leave in thru 11-13- Address: PO Box 2751, NOTICE TO CREDITORS ment prior to the sale; and feet; on the North by Lot No. void, and of no force and will, upon the acceptance of Street, Darlington, SC 29532 19) Hartsville, SC 29551 OF ESTATES that should the Plaintiff 4, Block H on which it meas- effect. In such event, the sale his or her bid, deposit with (16p3 leave in thru 11-13- NOTICE TO CREDITORS (17p3 leave in thru 11-20- All persons having claims elect to waive a deficiency ures 200.76 feet; On East by will be rescheduled for the the Special Referee for 19) OF ESTATES 19) against the following estates judgment, without notice Magnolia Cemetery on next available sales day. Darlington County a certi- NOTICE TO CREDITORS All persons having claims NOTICE TO CREDITORS MUST file their claims on other than the announce- which it measures 74.96 feet Plaintiff may waive any of its fied check or cash in the OF ESTATES against the following estates OF ESTATES Form #371ES with the ment at the sale and notice and on the South by Lot No. rights, including its right to amount equal to five percent All persons having claims MUST file their claims on All persons having claims Probate Court of Darlington in writing to the debtor 6, Block H on which it meas- a deficiency judgment, prior (5%) of the amount of bid against the following estates Form #371ES with the against the following estates County, the address of which defendant(s) that a deficien- ures 199.04 feet, all as to sale. Sold subject to taxes on said premises at the sale MUST file their claims on Probate Court of Darlington MUST file their claims on is Room 208 Courthouse, cy judgment has been shown on plate prepared for and assessments, existing as evidence of good faith in Form #371ES with the County, the address of which Form #371ES with the One Public Square, waived and that the sale will Howard D. Brown and Paul easements and restrictions bidding, and subject to any Probate Court of Darlington is Room 208 Courthouse, Probate Court of Darlington Darlington, SC 29532, within be final, the bidding will not V. Cannarella by Lind, Hicks of record. resale of said premises under County, the address of which One Public Square, County, the address of which eight(8) months after the remain open after the date and Associates, Surveyors, Eugene P. Warr, Jr. Order of this Court; and in is Room 208 Courthouse, Darlington, SC 29532, within is Room 208 Courthouse, date of the first publication of sale, but compliance with Inc. dated February 25, Special Referee for the event the said purchaser One Public Square, eight(8) months after the One Public Square, of this Notice to Creditors or the bid may be made imme- 2004 and recorded in the Darlington County or purchasers fail to comply Darlington, SC 29532, within date of the first publication Darlington, SC 29532, within within one (1) year from diately. Office of the Clerk of Court Darlington, South Carolina with the terms of sale within eight(8) months after the of this Notice to Creditors or eight(8) months after the date of death, whichever is NOTICE: The foreclosure for Darlington County in Plat ______, 2019 Thirty (30) days, the Special date of the first publication within one (1) year from date of the first publication earlier (SCPC 62-3-801, et deed is not a warranty deed. Book 198 at page 498. Hutchens Law Firm LLP Referee shall forthwith resell of this Notice to Creditors or date of death, whichever is of this Notice to Creditors or seq.), or such persons shall Interested bidders should Reference said Plat for a P.O. Box 8237 the said property, after the within one (1) year from earlier (SCPC 62-3-801, et within one (1) year from be forever barred as to their satisfy themselves as to the more complete and accurate Columbia, SC 29202 due notice and advertise- date of death, whichever is seq.), or such persons shall date of death, whichever is claims. All claims are quality of title to be con- description. 803-726-2700 ment, and shall continue to earlier (SCPC 62-3-801, et be forever barred as to their earlier (SCPC 62-3-801, et required to be presented in veyed by obtaining an inde- THIS BEING the same prop- (18c3 leave in thru 11-27- sell the same each subse- seq.), or such persons shall claims. All claims are seq.), or such persons shall written statements on the pendent title search well erty conveyed unto Carl E. 19) quent sales day until a pur- be forever barred as to their required to be presented in be forever barred as to their prescribed form (FORM before the foreclosure sale Amerson, Jr. and Tonya Notice of Sale chaser, who shall comply claims. All claims are written statements on the claims. All claims are #371ES) indicating the date. Marie Amerson, as joint ten- C/A No: 2019-CP-16-00242 with the terms of sale, shall required to be presented in prescribed form (FORM required to be presented in name and the address of the The successful bidder will be ants with right of survivor- BY VIRTUE OF A DECREE of be obtained, such sales to be written statements on the #371ES) indicating the written statements on the claimant, the basis of the required to pay interest on ship, by virtue of a Deed the Court of Common Pleas made at the risk of the for- prescribed form (FORM name and the address of the prescribed form (FORM claim, the amount claimed, the amount of the bid from from Bradford G. McBride for Darlington County, South mer purchaser. Since a per- #371ES) indicating the claimant, the basis of the #371ES) indicating the the date when the claim will the date of sale to date of dated September 15, 2017 Carolina, heretofore issued sonal or deficiency judgment name and the address of the claim, the amount claimed, name and the address of the become due, the nature of compliance with the bid at and recorded September 19, in the case of Guild is waived, the bidding will claimant, the basis of the the date when the claim will claimant, the basis of the any uncertainty as to the the rate of 3.875% per 2017 in Book 1083 at Page Mortgage Company vs. Ana not remain open but compli- claim, the amount claimed, become due, the nature of claim, the amount claimed, claim and a description of annum. 2432 in the Office of the Jackson; Gardner Green ance with the bid may be the date when the claim will any uncertainty as to the the date when the claim will any security as to the claim. Benjamin D. Moore, Esquire Clerk of Court for Darlington Subdivision Homeowners made immediately. If the become due, the nature of claim and a description of become due, the nature of Estate: Kerry Morse Special Referee for County, South Carolina. Association, Inc.; Gardner Plaintiff or the Plaintiff's any uncertainty as to the any security as to the claim. any uncertainty as to the Date of Death: 10/18/2019 Darlington County 603 Green Street Green, LLC,, I the under- representative does not claim and a description of Estate: Billy Lee Burr AKA B. claim and a description of Case No: 2019ES1600522 Theodore von Keller, Esquire Hartsville, SC 29550 signed as Special Referee for appear at the above- any security as to the claim. L. Burr any security as to the claim. Personal Representative: B. Lindsay Crawford, III, TMS# 036-04-02-039 Darlington County, will sell described sale, then the sale Estate: Lawrence Gene Date of Death: 10/9/2019 Estate: Arthur Herman Kellie Marie Morse Esquire TERMS OF SALE: For cash. on December 2, 2019 at of the property will be null, Hawkins, Sr. Case No: 2019ES1600508 Smith Address: 1053 N. Governor Sara Hutchins Interest at the current rate of 11:00 AM, at the County void, and of no force and Date of Death: 10/1/2019 Personal Representative: Date of Death: 10/24/2019 Williams Hwy, Darlington, Columbia, South Carolina Four and 50/100 (4.500%) Court House, Darlington effect. In such event, the sale Case No: 2019ES1600499 Angela Marie Burr Case No: 2019ES1600519 SC 29532 Attorney for Plaintiff to be paid on balance of bid County, South Carolina, to will be rescheduled for the Personal Representative: Address: 525 North Personal Representative: (18p3 leave in thru 11-27- Email: from date of sale to date of the highest bidder: next available sales day. Patricia W. Hawkins Lansdowne Drive, Florence, Bruce Benjamin Smith 19) [email protected] compliance. The purchaser Legal Description and Address: 2032 Hawk Drive, SC 29501 Address: 9 Wick Farm Close, NOTICE OF SALE (18c3 leave in thru 11-27- to pay for papers and Property Address: STATE OF SOUTH Hartsville, SC 29550 Attorney: Sandra L. Burr Watton, Norfolk 19) stamps, and that the success- All that certain piece, parcel LEGALS ON 5B (16p3 leave in thru 11-13- Address: 203 Caughman (17p3 leave in thru 11-20- CAROLINA Notice of Sale ful bidder or bidders, other or tract or lot of land situate, 19) Farm Lane, Lexington, SC 19) COUNTY OF DARLINGTON C/A No: 2019-CP-16-00795 than the Plaintiff therein, lying and being In the NOTICE OF SALE 29072 NOTICE TO CREDITORS IN THE COURT OF BY VIRTUE of a decree (17p3 leave in thru 11-20- OF ESTATES COMMON PLEAS heretofore granted in the 19) All persons having claims CASE NO. case of The Citizens Bank, NOTICE TO CREDITORS against the following estates 2019-CP-16-00796 Plaintiff, vs. Benjamin Lee OF ESTATES MUST file their claims on First-Citizens Bank & Trust Brown, Michael Ray Poston, All persons having claims Form #371ES with the Company Plaintiff, -vs- WHEN PUBLIC NOTICES Jr., individually and as against the following estates Probate Court of Darlington Ryan A. Godfrey and Stuart Personal Representative of MUST file their claims on County, the address of which A. Godfrey, Defendant(s) the Estate of Cecelia Conyers Form #371ES with the is Room 208 Courthouse, BY VIRTUE of a judgment Mathis, Denise Mathis, Probate Court of Darlington One Public Square, heretofore granted in the Cassandra Lovelace, individ- County, the address of which Darlington, SC 29532, within case of First-Citizens Bank & REACH THE PUBLIC, ually and as Personal is Room 208 Courthouse, eight(8) months after the Trust Company vs. Ryan A. Representative of the Estate One Public Square, date of the first publication Godfrey and Stuart A. of David Paul Mathis, Darlington, SC 29532, within of this Notice to Creditors or Godfrey, I, Benjamin D. McLeod Health, and any eight(8) months after the within one (1) year from Moore, Esquire Special other person claiming any date of the first publication date of death, whichever is Referee for Darlington EVERYONE BENEFITS. right, title or interest in the of this Notice to Creditors or earlier (SCPC 62-3-801, et County , will sell on real estate, and John Doe and within one (1) year from seq.), or such persons shall December 2, 2019, at 12:30 Richard Roe; any persons date of death, whichever is be forever barred as to their pm, at the Darlington who may be in the military earlier (SCPC 62-3-801, et claims. All claims are County Courthouse, One service of the United States seq.), or such persons shall required to be presented in Public Square, Darlington, of America, being a class des- be forever barred as to their written statements on the SC 29532, to the highest ignated as John Doe, and any claims. All claims are prescribed form (FORM bidder: unknown minors or person required to be presented in #371ES) indicating the All that certain piece, parcel under a disability being a written statements on the name and the address of the or lot of land, together with class designated as Richard prescribed form (FORM claimant, the basis of the the buildings and improve- Roe representing any #371ES) indicating the claim, the amount claimed, ments thereon, situate, lying unknown heirs of, or name and the address of the the date when the claim will and being near to and north- claimants against the proper- claimant, the basis of the become due, the nature of west of the City of Hartsville, ty described in the claim, the amount claimed, any uncertainty as to the County of Darlington, State Complaint, Defendants., the date when the claim will claim and a description of of South Carolina, being the CA# 2019-CP-16-00639, I, become due, the nature of any security as to the claim. northeastern 90 feet of Lot the undersigned, will sell on any uncertainty as to the Estate: Barbara Tindall Tyner No. 13 according to plat of December 2, 2019 at 12:00 claim and a description of Date of Death: 10/18/2019 survey made by Frank H. o’clock, p.m., at the any security as to the claim. Case No: 2019ES1600514 Lucas, Jr., R.S. dated Darlington County Estate: Mavis Howle Gandy Personal Representative: February 21, 1953, and Courthouse, Courthouse AKA Jean Howle Gandy Stacy L. Gainey recorded in the Office of the Square, Darlington, South Date of Death: 10/3/2019 Address: 1616 Morningside Clerk of Court for Darlington Carolina, to the highest bid- Case No: 2019ES1600513 Drive, Hartsville, SC 29550 County in Plat Book 30 at der the following property: Personal Representative: (17p3 leave in thru 11-20- Page 31, reference to which All that certain piece, parcel Deborah Simpson 19) plat and plat of said lot by or lot of land, together with Address: 103 Lakeside Drive, NOTICE TO CREDITORS Sam M. Hunter, Jr., L.S. the buildings and improve- Hartsville, SC 29550 OF ESTATES dated March 7, 1961, is ments (17p3 leave in thru 11-20- All persons having claims craved for a more particular thereon, situate, lying and 19) against the following estates description thereof; said lot being in the Town of NOTICE TO CREDITORS MUST file their claims on measuring 90 feet along its Hartsville, County of OF ESTATES Form #371ES with the southern and northwestern Darlington, State of South All persons having claims Probate Court of Darlington boundaries and is bounded Public notices tell you what is being done by your Carolina, being designated against the following estates County, the address of which as follows: as Lot No. 99 on a plat enti- MUST file their claims on is Room 208 Courthouse, NORTHEAST: By Lot No. 14 government and in your courts. It’s your right to know tled property owned by the Form #371ES with the One Public Square, on said recorded plat; Hartsville Cotton Mill, made Probate Court of Darlington Darlington, SC 29532, within SOUTHEAST: By property of when there’s a zoning change, public hearing or election by T. E. Wilson, C.E. dated County, the address of which eight(8) months after the Mrs. Floyd; April 16, 1947, and recorded is Room 208 Courthouse, date of the first publication SOUTHWEST: By the coming up. Do you want to know when a bar or strip club in the Office of the Clerk of One Public Square, of this Notice to Creditors or remaining southwestern 10 is opening in your neighborhood or if your property is Court for Darlington County, Darlington, SC 29532, within within one (1) year from foot portion of Lot No. 13; SC in Plat Book 13 at Page eight(8) months after the date of death, whichever is and, auctioned o ? These are just a few types of public notices 143; said lot being bounded date of the first publication earlier (SCPC 62-3-801, et NORTHWEST: By Howle and measuring as follows: of this Notice to Creditors or seq.), or such persons shall Avenue. that are required to run in S.C. newspapers. NORTH: By Lot No. 98 on within one (1) year from be forever barred as to their This being the same proper- said plat, a distance of 91.1 date of death, whichever is claims. All claims are ty conveyed unto Ryan A. feet, more or less; earlier (SCPC 62-3-801, et required to be presented in Godfrey and Stuart A. There’s no better way to notify the public than through the EAST: By Lot No. 103 on said seq.), or such persons shall written statements on the Godfrey by deed of Mona plat, a distance of 100 feet; be forever barred as to their prescribed form (FORM Parnell Howell dated March combination of S.C. newspapers and SCPublicNotices.com... SOUTH: By Lot No. 100 on claims. All claims are #371ES) indicating the 29, 2016, and recorded in said plat, a distance of 90.6 required to be presented in name and the address of the the Office of the Clerk of the permanency of print paired with the accessibility of a feet; and, written statements on the claimant, the basis of the Court for Darlington County statewide, searchable site. WEST: By Mill Avenue, a dis- prescribed form (FORM claim, the amount claimed, in Book 1078 at Page 1078. tance of 100 feet. #371ES) indicating the the date when the claim will TMS #: 055-05-01-088 This being the same property name and the address of the become due, the nature of SUBJECT TO DARLINGTON conveyed to Cecelia C. claimant, the basis of the any uncertainty as to the COUNTY TAXES Public notices/legal ads from virtually all Mathis by deed of Robert C. claim, the amount claimed, claim and a description of TERMS OF SALE: The suc- Conyers dated August 31, the date when the claim will any security as to the claim. cessful bidder, other than S.C. newspapers are now available online 2005, and recorded in the become due, the nature of Estate: Iris W. Broad the Plaintiff, will deposit Office of the Clerk of Court any uncertainty as to the Date of Death: 1/29/2019 with the Special Referee at in one convenient location. for Darlington County in claim and a description of Case No: 2019ES1600056 conclusion of the bidding, Book 1040 at Page 3329. any security as to the claim. Personal Representative: five (5%) of his bid, in cash This service is provided by S.C. newspapers at no cost to taxpayers. Address: 509 Mill Avenue, Estate: Melvin Joseph Gerald Albert A. Munn IV or equivalent, as evidence of Hartsville, SC Date of Death: 7/2/2019 Address: P. O. Box 3407, good faith, the same to be TMS# 056-11-04-032 Case No: 2019ES1600503 Florence, SC 29502 applied to purchase price in TERMS OF SALE: The suc- Personal Representative: (18p3 leave in thru 11-27- case of compliance, but to be Search public notice ads from this newspaper at cessful bidder, other than the Frances D. Gerald 19) forfeited and applied first to Plaintiff, will deposit, at the Address: 103 Red Camelia NOTICE TO CREDITORS costs and then to Plaintiff's conclusion of the bidding, Drive, Darlington, SC 29532 OF ESTATES debt in the case of noncom- five percent (5%) of the bid, (17p3 leave in thru 11-20- All persons having claims pliance. Should the last and in cash or equivalent, as evi- 19) against the following estates highest bidder fail or refuse SCPublicNotices.com dence of good faith, same to NOTICE TO CREDITORS MUST file their claims on to make the required deposit NOON FRIDAY AD DEADLINE Call 393-3811,fax 393-6811or e-mail NOVEMBER 13, 2019 | PAGE 5B [email protected]. THE NEWS AND PRESS, DARLINGTON, S.C. classifiedsWWW.NEWSANDPRESS.NET

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YOU ARE FURTHER SUM- ruptcy protection. Payment, a copy of which is property described herein sons, having or claiming to Attorney for Condemnor rent zoning designation of Legals MONED AND NOTIFIED to IF YOU ARE UNDER THE herewith served upon you, for public purposes, to-wit: have any right, title or inter- (SCDOT) General Commercial (GC). apply for the appointment of PROTECTION OF THE has been filed with the Clerk All that parcel or strip of est in or to, or lien on the Andrew F. McLeod, Bar Documents regarding these Continued from 4B a guardian ad litem within BANKRUPTCY COURT of Court for Darlington land in fee simple, with lands described herein, #64130 requests are available for thirty (30) days after the OR HAVE BEEN DIS- County. The purpose of this improvements thereon, if including all unknown heirs PO Drawer 1449, 222 review at Codes Plaintiff may waive any of its service of this Summons and CHARGED AS A RESULT lawsuit is to enable the any, including rights of of Oree H. Pearson, Market Street Enforcement Office in City rights, including its right to Notice upon you. If you fail OF A BANKRUPTCY PRO- Condemnor, the South access as may be needed for deceased, Unknown Cheraw, SC 29520 Hall, 400 Pearl St. a deficiency judgment, prior to do so, application for such CEEDING, THIS NOTICE Carolina Department of controlled access facilities, Claimant(s). Telephone: (843)537-5204 Individuals may submit com- to sale. Sold subject to taxes appointment will be made IS GIVEN TO YOU PUR- Transportation, to acquire containing 0.1394 acre TO: THE CONDEMNEE(S) [email protected] ments in writing by Tuesday, and assessments, existing by the Plaintiff immediately SUANT TO STATUTORY certain real property for its (6,071.67 square feet) more OR CLAIMANT(S) HEREIN, Cheraw, South Carolina Nov. 26, 2019, to City easements and restrictions and separately and such REQUIREMENT AND public purposes, as is more or less, and being described NAMES AND ADDRESSES October 29, 2019 Planning Department, P.O. of record. application will be deemed FOR INFORMATIONAL fully stated in the attached as follows: Within 115 feet UNKNOWN, INCLUDING (18c3 leave in thru 11-27- Box 57, Darlington, SC Eugene P. Warr, Jr. absolute and total in the PURPOSES AND IS NOT Condemnation Notice and of the survey centerline at ANY THEREOF WHO MAY 19) 29540, or they may provide Special Referee for absence of your application INTENDED AS AN Tender of Payment. US Route52, on the right BE MINORS OR UNDER NOTICE OF PUBLIC comments in person at the Darlington County for such an appointment ATTEMPT TO COLLECT A Responsive pleadings to the between approximate survey OTHER LEGAL DISABILITY, HEARING Council meeting. Info: 843- Darlington, South Carolina within thirty (30) days after DEBT OR AS AN ACT TO Condemnation Notice and station 219+52 and IF ANY, WHETHER RESI- Darlington City Council will 398-4000 x 103 or ______, 2019 the service of the Summons COLLECT, ASSESS, OR Tender of Payment are not 221+00; thence along a DENTS OR NON-RESI- hold a public hearing during [email protected]. Hutchens Law Firm and Complaint upon you. RECOVER ALL OR ANY necessary. transition to 80 feet of the DENTS its regular monthly meeting (18c1 leave in thru 11-13- P.O. Box 8237 YOU WILL ALSO TAKE PORTION OF THE DEBT BY: s/Andrew F. McLeod survey centerline of US OF SOUTH CAROLINA AND at 6:30 p.m. Tuesday, 19) Columbia, SC 29202 NOTICE that should you fail FROM YOU PERSONAL- Attorney for Condemnor Route 52, on the right, at TO THE NATURAL, GENER- December 3, 2019, at City NOTICE OF 803-726-2700 to Answer the foregoing LY. (SCDOT) approximate survey station AL, TESTAMENTARY Hall, 400 Pearl St., APPLICATION (18c3 leave in thru 11-27- Summons, the Plaintiff will (18c3 leave in thru 11-27- Andrew F. McLeod, Bar 222+00. GUARDIAN OR COMMIT- Darlington to discuss the fol- Notice is hereby given that 19) move for an Order of 19) #64130 Tie Equality: STA TEE, OR OTHERWISE AND lowing issues. Lucky 7 Grocery LLC intends to SUMMONS AND NOTICE Reference of this case to the SUMMONS AND NOTICE PO Drawer 1449, 222 219+71.33 US-52 = STA TO THE PERSON WITH Zoning Designation of apply to the South Carolina OF FILING OF Master in Equity in/for this OF FILING Market Street 13+91.66 OFD3 WHOM THEY MAY RESIDE, 16.85 acres at the cor- Department of Revenue for a COMPLAINT AND County, which Order shall, STATE OF SOUTH Cheraw, SC 29520 Tax Map Number 145-00-02- IF ANY THERE BE: ner of Old Florence license/permit that will allow NOTICE OF pursuant to Rule 53 of the CAROLINA Telephone: (843)537-5204 006 PLEASE TAKE NOTICE that Highway, D Avenue, and the sale and off premises con- sumption of beer and wine at FORECLOSURE South Carolina Rules of Civil COUNTY OF DARLINGTON [email protected] The property sought herein the order appointing Rodney Friendship Street. The 641 Weaver Street, Darlington, INTERVENTION Procedure, specifically pro- IN THE COURT OF Cheraw, South Carolina is to be acquired for public C. Jernigan, Jr., Esquire, as parcels, (TMN 165-04-01- SC 29532. To object to the (NON-JURY MORTGAGE COMMON PLEAS 005 and 165-00-02-010), are vide that the said Master in October 29, 2019 purposes, more particularly Guardian ad Litem Nisi, for issuance of this permit/license, FORECLOSURE) C/A NO. 2019-CP-16-01126 bordered on the North by D Equity is authorized and LIS PENDENS for the construction of a sec- all persons whomsoever written protest must be post- C/A NO: 2019-CP-16-01006 empowered to enter a final Road/Route US 52 & S-528 STATE OF SOUTH tion of US 52 & S-528 herein collectively designat- Avenue; on the East by DEFICIENCY WAIVED marked no later than judgment in this case with Intersection Improvements CAROLINA Intersection Improvements. ed as John Doe and Mary Friendship Street; on the 11/28/2019 . For a protest to STATE OF SOUTH appeal only to the South Project ID No. P028980 COUNTY OF DARLINGTON BY: s/Andrew F. McLeod Roe, Condemnee(s) herein, South by the property of the CAROLINA be valid, it must be in writing, Carolina Court of Appeals Tract 4 IN THE COURT OF Attorney for Condemnor names and addresses City of Darlington (TMN and should include the follow- COUNTY OF DARLINGTON pursuant to Rule 203(d)(1) South Carolina Department COMMON PLEAS (SCDOT) unknown, including any 165-00-02-011) and the ing information: IN THE COURT OF of the SCAR, effective June of Transportation C/A NO. 2019-CP-16-01126 Andrew F. McLeod, Bar thereof who may be minors property of American (1) the name, address and COMMON PLEAS 1, 1999. Condemnor, VS. South Carolina Department #64130 or under other legal disabili- Towers LLC (TMN 165-00- telephone number of the per- Lakeview Loan Servicing, NOTICE OF FILING OF Oree H. Pearson, deceased, of Transportation PO Drawer 1449, 222 ty, whether residents or non- 02-013); and on the West by son filing the protest; LLC, PLAINTIFF, vs. Jerome SUMMONS AND COM- Landowner(s), and Willie Condemnor, VS. Oree H. Market Street residents of South Carolina, Old Florence Road. The pro- (2) the specific reasons Adams; Sandra L. Berry; PLAINT Pearson, taxpayer, Other Pearson, deceased, Cheraw, SC 29520 has been filed in the Office posal will designate these why the application should be South Carolina Department TO THE DEFENDANTS Condemnee(s), and John Landowner(s), and Willie Telephone: (843)537-5204 of the Clerk of Court for parcels as Basic Industrial denied; of Revenue; Ryland S. ABOVE NAMED: Doe and Mary Roe, repre- Pearson, taxpayer, Other [email protected] Darlington County. (BI) to be used as buffer (3) that the person protest- Holloman, Jr.; Jacqueline S. YOU WILL PLEASE TAKE senting all unknown per- Condemnee(s), and John Cheraw, South Carolina YOU WILL FURTHER TAKE property and for potential ing is willing to attend a hear- Young, DEFENDANT(S) NOTICE that the foregoing sons, having or claiming to Doe and Mary Roe, repre- October 29, 2019 NOTICE that unless the said future development. ing (if one is requested by the TO THE DEFENDANTS, Summons, along with the have any right, title interest senting all unknown per- NOTICE OF ORDER minors or persons under Zoning Designation of applicant); ABOVE NAMED: Complaint, was filed with in or to, or lien on the lands sons, having or claiming to APPOINTING other legal disability, if any, Blue Street property. (4) that the person protest- ing resides in the same county YOU ARE HEREBY SUM- the Clerk of Court for described herein, including have any right, title interest GUARDIAN AD LITEM or someone on their behalf The parcel, (TMN 164-06- where the proposed place of MONED and required to Darlington County, South all unknown heirs of Oree H. in or to, or lien on the lands NISI or on behalf of any of them, 01-078), is bordered on the business is located or within answer the Complaint here- Pearson, deceased, North by Blue Street; on the Carolina, on September 20, described herein, including STATE OF SOUTH shall within thirty (30) days five miles of the business; and, in, a copy of which is here- Unknown Claimant(s). Northeast by the property of 2019. all unknown heirs of Oree H. CAROLINA after service of notice of this (5) the name of the appli- with served upon you, or NOTICE OF FORECLO- TO: THE LANDOWNER(S), Pearson, deceased, COUNTY OF DARLINGTON order upon them by publica- Saving Grace Pharmacy Inc. otherwise appear and cant and the address of the SURE INTERVENTION OTHER CONDEMNEE(S) Unknown Claimant(s). IN THE COURT OF tion, exclusive of the day of (TMN 164-06-01-087); on premises to be licensed. defend, and to serve a copy PLEASE TAKE NOTICE AND UNKNOWN NOTICE IS HEREBY GIVEN COMMON PLEAS such service, procure to be the South by the property of of your Answer to said Protests must be mailed to: THAT pursuant to the South CLAIMANT(S) ABOVE that the Condemnor above C/A NO. 2019-CP-16-01126 appointed for them, or any Alfred Lindsay (TMN 164- S.C. Department of Revenue, Complaint upon the sub- Carolina Supreme Court NAMED: named pursuant to the South Carolina Department of them, a Guardian ad 06-01-075); and on the Attn: ABL, PO Box 125, scriber at his office, Administrative Order 2011- YOU ARE HEREBY SUM- South Carolina Eminent of Transportation Litem to represent them for West-southwest by the prop- Columbia, S.C. 29214; or faxed Hutchens Law Firm LLP P.O. 05-02-01, (hereinafter MONED, advised and noti- Domain Procedures Act, Condemnor, VS. Oree H. the purposes of this action, erty of Mirella B. McKay to: (803) 896-0110. Box 8237, Columbia, SC “Order”), you may have a fied, that pursuant to the Section 28-2-10, et seq., of Pearson, deceased, the Condemnor will apply (TMN 164-06-01-088). The (18p3 leave in thru 11-27- 29202, within thirty (30) right to Foreclosure South Carolina Eminent the South Carolina Code of Landowner(s), and Willie for an order making the proposal will designate this 19) days after service hereof, Intervention. Domain Procedures Act, Laws, 1976, as amended, has Pearson, taxpayer, Other appointment of said parcel as Low Density except as to the United To be considered for any Section 28-2-10, et seq., the brought an action against Condemnee(s), and John Guardian ad Litem Nisi Residential (R-10) to be States of America, which available Foreclosure within Condemnation the Condemnee(s) above Doe and Mary Roe, repre- absolute. more conducive for residen- shall have sixty (60) days, Intervention, you may com- Notice and Tender of named to acquire the real senting all unknown per- BY: s/Andrew F. McLeod tial construction than its cur- exclusive of the day of such municate with and other- service, and if you fail to wise deal with the Plaintiff answer the Complaint with- through its law firm, in the time aforesaid, or oth- Hutchens Law Firm LLP, P.O. Answers from 2B erwise appear and defend, Box 8237, Columbia, SC the Plaintiff in this action 29202 or call 803-726-2700. will apply to the Court for Hutchens Law Firm LLP, rep- the relief demanded therein, resents the Plaintiff in this and judgment by default will action and does not repre- be rendered against you for sent you. Under our ethical the relief demanded in the rules, we are prohibited Complaint. from giving you any legal YOU WILL ALSO TAKE advice. NOTICE that should you fail You must submit any to Answer the foregoing requests for Foreclosure Summons, the Plaintiff will Intervention consideration move for an Order of within 30 days from the date Reference of this case to the of this Notice. IF YOU Master in Equity for FAIL, REFUSE, OR VOL- Darlington County, which UNTARILY ELECT NOT Order shall, pursuant to TO PARTICIPATE IN Rule 53 of the South FORECLOSURE INTER- Carolina Rules of Civil VENTION, YOUR MORT- Procedure, specifically pro- GAGE COMPANY/AGENT vide that the said Master in MAY PROCEED WITH A Equity is authorized and FORECLOSURE ACTION. empowered to enter a final If you have already pursued judgment in this case with loss mitigation with the appeal only to the South Plaintiff, this Notice does not Carolina Court of Appeals guarantee the availability of pursuant to Rule 203(d)(1) loss mitigation options or of the SCAR, effective June further review of your quali- 1, 1999. fications. TO MINOR(S) OVER FOUR- THIS IS A COMMUNICA- TEEN YEARS OF AGE, TION FROM A DEBT COL- AND/OR TO MINOR(S) LECTOR. THE PURPOSE OF UNDER FOURTEEN YEARS THIS COMMUNICATION IS OF AGE AND THE PERSON TO COLLECT A DEBT AND WITH WHOM THE ANY INFORMATION MINOR(S) RESIDES, OBTAINED WILL BE USED AND/OR TO PERSONS FOR THAT PURPOSE, UNDER SOME LEGAL DIS- except as stated below ABILITY: in the instance of bank- PAGE 6B | WEDNESDAY, NOVEMBER 13, 2019 NEWS AND PRESS | DARLINGTON, S.C. A Taste of Christmas at First Baptist Church

With a chill in the air and the holidays growing near, the City of Darlington Police and Fire Departments teamed up for the annual “Taste of Christmas” fundraiser, held Nov. 7 at First Baptist Church of Darlington. For just $10, guests enjoyed all they could eat from a variety of grillers, bakers, and yummy food makers. Proceeds from the event are used to purchase Christmas gifts for local children in need. PHOTOS BY SAMANTHA LYLES

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