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COLUMBIA, S.C. (WBTW) — More than 110 churches across South Carolina, including several dozen in the Florence, Hartsville and Marion districts, are separating from the United Methodist Church in a dispute over sexuality doctrine. The South Carolina United Methodist Conference said Tuesday in a news release that its 1,500 members “overwhelmingly approved the closure of […]

ROCKINGHAM — On Sunday, Christopher Cline, 18, who was born with cerebral palsy, stepped away from his wheelchair and walked down the aisle with the help of his mother, Becky Campbell, during the Sweet Haven Church’s graduation ceremony with his twin sister Caroline and other graduates. “He’s been...

WINGATE, N.C. — A Union County couple is recovering after being attacked by a rabid fox. For five years, Phil and Gail Rollins have lived nestled in the woods of Wingate, but this month they experienced nature like never before. “Phil heard a ruckus out the front door," Gail...

MONROE, N.C. — The Charlotte Area Transit System is hosting public meetings this week to discuss the discontinuation of an express bus route between Charlotte, Indian Trail and Monroe. The route, known as 74X Union County Express, is set to end on September 30. Citing decreasing ridership and the...

ROCKINGHAM — Preparation for another run at a state title is already underway for the Richmond Senior High School boys’ basketball program. The Raiders will step up their year-round development regimen throughout June and early July, playing a series of summer league games. Getting within 15 points of...

ROCKINGHAM — City residents will now have to separate some of their trash. Public Works Director Lee Parris issued a letter on June 1 informing residents that, due to rule changes made by the county’s Solid Waste Department, there would be changes to the city’s pickup schedule for street trash and yard debris.

WADESBORO — The Wadesboro Branch of the National Association of University Women presented its Green & White Pageant on Saturday, April

BETHUNE, S.C. — The Kershaw County town of Bethune has spent weeks working with a consultant to see what the town’s potential for development may be. The work was done by Arnett Muldrow & Associates, which did a market analysis study. They asked for the public’s feedback and did tours of all the local businesses. What they uncovered is the area is ready to grow.

South Piedmont Community College alumna Diana Xavier is now a law school graduate. “South Piedmont was the beginning of a big path for me,” said Xavier. Xavier, a native of Wadesboro, North Carolina, was homeschooled prior to enrolling at South Piedmont in 2015. She received the prestigious Braswell Scholarship and served as a Braswell Ambassador during her time at South Piedmont. All the while, her understanding of the world — and the possibilities for her future — shifted dramatically.

ROCKINGHAM — Douglas Glenn Roberts, 60, of Rockingham passed away Monday, June 5, 2023 at FirstHealth Moore Regional Hospital in Pinehurst. Doug was born Sept. 5, 1962 in Muncie, Indiana, to Bonnie Hirst Roberts and the late Paul Roberts. He was a graduate of Indiana Business College, a handyman...

ROCKINGHAM — Sybil Albright Capman, 88, of Rockingham, North Carolina, went to be with her lord and savior Sunday June 4, 2023 surrounded by her loving family. Sybil was a daughter of James Fred Albright and Florence Chaney Albright. She was born Aug. 20, 1934 in Arab, Alabama, and is preceded in death by eight siblings, as well as her two late husbands, Carl McQueen and Richard Capman.

South Piedmont Community College and North Carolina Wesleyan University on Monday celebrated a new agreement that provides South Piedmont graduates with guaranteed admission to NCWU. “At South Piedmont, we often say that we meet students where they are — and take them wherever they want to go. This agreement creates...

DARLINGTON COUNTY, S.C. (WBTW) — A weeklong summer youth camp hosted by the Darlington County Sheriff’s Office got underway Monday morning. The third annual day camp runs through Friday at the Emmanuel Baptist Church at 949 N. Marquis Highway in Hartsville. In the past, the camp has been a successful part of the sheriff’s office’s […]

MONROE — A new credit transfer agreement between South Piedmont Community College and North Carolina Wesleyan University helps students who want to continue their education and earn a four-year degree or a master’s. “This is unique,” said SPCC Dean of Arts and Sciences, Dr. Diane Paige. “The number...

ELLERBE — At 6:03 a.m., deputies responded to the Food King on Main Street following a report of a suspect trespassing. The Richmond County Sheriff’s Office charged DeMarcus Jerad Campbell. June 2. ROCKINGHAM — At 3:03 a.m., deputies responded to South Street following a report of a suspect...

Although these days my carb intake is quite a bit less than it used to be, I do treat myself occasionally. And, one of those treats is sometimes a “bundlet” from Nothing Bundt Cakes. So, I got some BOGO coupons in the mail for the chain, and that prompted my recent visit. It was delicious. And, then my husband told me this weekend he saw that Nothing Bundt Cakes is opening up a new location in Monroe at The Shops at Windemere on Highway 74.

Northside senior C. J. Toodle committed to Wingate University for track and field. As a Panther, Toodle specialized in the 400m and the 4×200 relay. He qualified for regionals in both events. He ran a personal best time of 56.02 in the 400m and finished 4th with his teammates in the 4×200 relay, qualifying them for the state championship. The team did not race as well at state, but Toodle said despite that, he enjoyed the state meet the most this season.

SOUTH CAROLINA (CN2 NEWS) – The South Carolina Governor’s School for Science and Mathematics (GSSM) holding its 34th Commencement Ceremony and in the group, more than 20 tri-county students. Nearly 150 families from every corner of the state came to Hartsville to celebrate their graduate’s achievement. They represent...

CHERAW – Compass Point Preschool announced the graduation of ten 4k students on May 26. The graduation ceremony celebrated the accomplishments and growth of these talented young students. Parents, family members, teachers, and staff came together to applaud the graduates and recognize their achievements during their time at Compass...

ROCKINGHAM — Ruby Maye Russell White, 95, of Rockingham, passed away on Saturday, June 3, 2023 at her daughter’s home in Rock Hill, South Carolina. Mrs. White was born March 4, 1928 in Rockingham, a daughter of the late James Vanderbilt and Maggie McDonald Russell. She was a...