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LMS Sixth Grade Class Studies Ancient Egypt
After studying Ancient Egypt, one of Mrs. Roberts’ 6th Grade SS classes at Latta Middle School designed their own sarcophagus. Students worked hard creating their masterpiece. They even became skilled in writing their name in hieroglyphics. Way to go! (Source: Latta Schools) The 6th grade social studies classes have...
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West Bladen High School cancels rest of varsity football season
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Concerns raised over lack of sidewalks across Conway High School
CONWAY, SC (WMBF) - Concerns are being raised for student and pedestrian safety near Conway High School. The school is located along Highway 501, a busy road during most parts of the day. Though there is a sidewalk along the school property, during school dismissal, several students walk across an...
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Francis Marion University makes national list of Great Colleges to Work For for 14th consecutive year
FLORENCE — Francis Marion University in Florence was once again named one of the nation's best colleges to work for by the Great Colleges to Work For program, earning recognition for the fourteenth consecutive year. The latest results, released Sept. 18 and published in a special insert of The...
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Coastal Carolina sees record enrollment as more than 12,000 students attend classes
CONWAY S.C. (WBTW) — Coastal Carolina University in Conway is experiencing record enrollment growth this fall, with more than 12,000 students attending classes. The university welcomed its largest incoming class in history while achieving its highest student retention rate to date. According to data provided by the university, more than 3,600 new students arrived on campus this fall. The new student group includes nearly 2,900 freshmen and more than 700 transfer students.
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Socastee football notches first win of 2026 over Marion
MYRTLE BEACH, S.C. — The Socastee Braves football team dominated the visiting Marion Swamp Foxes by a score of 42-13 on Friday night at Socastee High School. Socastee snapped their four-game losing streak and improved to 1-4 with the victory, while Marion falls to 1-5 with their fifth straight loss.
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A focus on fun and care: Mrs. Sarah Hughes is September's Champion of the Classroom
NORTH MYRTLE BEACH, S.C. (WPDE) — Mrs. Sarah Hughes teaches science to 7th graders at North Myrtle Beach Middle School. She didn't even know she'd been nominated to become our first-ever Champion of the Classroom. "I was like, 'is this for real?'" Mrs. Hughes said. "That was the first...
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Dillon Middle School Teacher of the Year: Dillon Davis
This is what Principal Felicia McCollum had to say at the Dillon School Board meeting:. Dillon Davis was born in Florence on March 11, 1993, and was reared in Hartsville, SC. His parents are Bambi and Buzzy McKay and Kim Davis. Mr. Davis graduated from Hartsville High School in 2012. He received a bachelor’s degree in science and social studies from Francis Marion University in 2018.
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Despite Hartsville tuberculosis exposure, Aynor High will still play football this Friday
Aynor High School has told parents that there are "no concerns" that would prevent athletic teams from participating in scheduled athletic competitions with Hartsville High School or Darlington County schools after a reported tuberculosis (TB) case at Hartsville High School. This comes as Aynor High School is scheduled to play...
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Christopher Davis Named to Dean’s List at University of Maryland Global Campus
ADELPHI, MD (09/23/2026)– Christopher Davis of Mullins was named to the Dean’s List for the summer 2026 term at University of Maryland Global Campus. To be eligible for the honor, a student must complete at least six credits during the term, earn a grade point average of at least 3.5 for the term, and maintain a cumulative GPA of 3.5 at UMGC.
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Lake View Elementary School Teacher of the Year: Madison Cox
Here’s what Principal Tamara Nance-Bethea said about Madison at the Dillon District Four School Board meeting:. I am so proud to introduce to some, and present to others, a beautiful young lady who was once my student and cheerleader and who now, in many ways, teaches me. She is a special educator who loves and cares for every child she encounters. Her passion for helping young children learn, grow, and succeed is evident in everything she does.
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FDTC Receives Funding to Promote Healthy Relationships and Campus Safety
Florence, S.C. – The South Carolina Institute on the Prevention of Sexual Violence on College Campuses (SCIP) has awarded Florence-Darlington Tech $4,000 to support programming efforts for the 2026-2027 academic year. The funds will be used to develop programming for FDTC students aimed at reducing interpersonal violence. “A safe...