John Franklin “Frank” Alexander
Dateline – Clinton, South Carolina John Franklin “Frank” Alexander, age 82, widower of Patricia “Anna” S. Alexander, passed away Friday, September 29, 2023 at NHC of Clinton. He was born January 12, 1941 in Liberty, SC and was the son of the late Ralph Leroy and Elsie May Medlock Alexander. He attended Clinton High School…
Read MoreHalf Staff Notice – David J. Mack III
The Governor has ordered that the flags atop the State Capitol be lowered to half-staff from sunrise until sunset on Saturday, September 30, 2023, in honor of David J. Mack, III and in recognition of his extraordinary legacy and lifetime of service to the State of South Carolina, including as a member of the South…
Read MoreLakeside C.C. Member-Guest Tournament
Lakeside Member-Guest Tournament Aug. 12-13 1st place – Stan Coleman and David Lake (61-62-123) 2nd place tie – Tony Wilson and Ryan Wilson (60-65-125) 2nd place tie – Devon Freeman and Chase Brewington (60-65-125) 4th place tie – Neal Todd and Jake Dickens (64-65-129) 4th place tie – Chandler Ramage and Taylor Cook (66-63-129) 4th…
Read MoreMittie “Clyde” “Bigmama” Harrison Hix
Mountville, South Carolina Mittie “Clyde” “Bigmama” Harrison Hix, age 91, of Mountville, and widow of Jerry Wade Hix, passed away on Thursday, September 21, 2023, at the home of her daughter. Born in Carthage, TX, she was a daughter of the late Aaron Washington and Ollie Mae Warren Harrison. Mrs. Clyde was the owner to…
Read MoreRobert E. “Bobby” Hair
Dateline – Joanna, South Carolina Robert E. “Bobby” Hair, of Joanna, SC, husband of Shirley Baker Hair, passed away on September 19, 2023 at the age of 90. He was born August 31, 1933 in Joanna, SC and was the son of the late William Lester and Lois Byars Hair. Bobby graduated from Clinton High…
Read MorePresident’s, Dean’s and Awards Lists
The Citadel’s spring 2023 Gold stars CHARLESTON, SC (09/18/2023)– Gold stars were awarded to cadets and students at The Citadel who achieved a 3.7 grade point average or higher in the spring 2023 semester. Cadets and students who achieve gold star recognition are also placed on The Citadel’s dean’s list. Cole England of Laurens, South…
Read MoreElizabeth “Libby” McWatters
Dateline – Clinton, South Carolina Elizabeth “Libby” McWatters, age 63, of Clinton, SC, wife of Earl E. McWatters, passed away Wednesday, September 13, 2023, at her home. Born February 1, 1960 in Clinton, SC, she was a daughter of Betty Joann Sanders and the late Talmadge Sanders. Libby retired from Whitten Center at the age…
Read MoreWillard Gerald Self
Laurens, South Carolina Willard Gerald Self, 89, of 672 Smith Road, and husband of 68 years to Myrna Benjamin Self, passed away on Monday, September 11, 2023. Born in Laurens on January 21, 1934, he was the son of the late Elbert Smith Self, and Stepmother, Ella Roberts Self, and Stepmother, Ruby B. Self. Gerald…
Read MoreLarry Lee Hughes
Dateline – Joanna, South Carolina Larry Lee Hughes, age 74, of Joanna, SC, husband of Virginia Fogle Hughes, passed away Sunday, September 10, 2023, at his home. He was born November 6, 1948 in Gray Court, SC and was a son of the late Lonnie Hughes, Sr. and Doris Rhodes Hughes. Mr. Hughes retired from…
Read MoreFBI Seeking Individual Who May Have Information Regarding the Identity of a Child Sexual Assault Victim
(WASHINGTON) — The Federal Bureau of Investigation (FBI) is seeking the public’s assistance with obtaining identifying information regarding an unknown male who may have critical information pertaining to the identity of a child victim in an ongoing sexual exploitation investigation. Photographs and an informational poster depicting the unknown individual, known only as John Doe 47,…
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