Olanta News

Courtney Michelle Braxton of Scranton and Michael Daniel Shady of Scranton were married May 16, 2009, at Gilead Free Will Baptist Church.

Reaction from Pee Dee lawmakers as to whether Mark Sanford should resign as governor in the wake of the scandal over his five-day disappearance and affair with an Argentinean woman is mixed.

Jessica Marie Salas Anderson of Florence and James Carlie Morris of Florence were married on May 16, 2009, at 5 p.m. at Summerhill Farms in Effingham, SC.

Florence County Council has approved final reading of its budget, which includes a 1-percent across-the-board cut, and debated whether the county can find fill dirt for cheaper than $208,700 for Johnsonville's future library site.

Kenny Lancaster Jr. presented awards on June 16 to troopers and telecommunications' officers from around the state for their exceptional service in 2008 as well as the Director's Award for Valor.

A 29-year-old Olanta man was robbed of $20 by two men who offered to give him a ride home, then demanded all his money, a report said.

Lynchburg Mayor Thompson Isaac has a vision for his town. And he sees that brighter day for the town in the near future, he said.

Olanta Town Council has given its initial approval to the town's proposed fiscal year 2009-10 budget as well as increased water rates.

A policeman's accomplice has pled guilty in Florence on Monday to charges of burning personal property to defraud an insurer, according to the South Carolina Insurance News Service.

The Career and Technology program at Lake City High School gives students the opportunity to gain real-world work experience to better prepare them for jobs.

Students in Florence School District 3 recently showcased their artwork and provided many performances during the district's annual arts celebration.

Olanta should be getting two new wastewater pump stations by the summertime if all goes well, an engineer told the town's council during a meeting this week.

Paul and Bonnie Spires of Coward announce the engagement of their daughter, Mary Elizabeth Spires of Coward, to Kirt Richard Matthews of Coward, the son of Richard and Sharon Matthews of Coward.

"Spring District Arts Celebration" in Lake City showcases the talent of the student body of District 3. There will be performances by school choruses, bands and a display of student artwork.

Friday marked the beginning of spring, a season when many people decide they want to do a clean sweep.

Mr. and Mrs. Michael Braxton of Scranton announce the engagement of their daughter, Courtney Michelle Braxton, to Michael Daniel Shady, is the son of Mr.

A candlelight prayer vigil is set for Thursday for an Olanta woman who has been missing since Jan.

Towns and cities in South Carolina are being required by the South Carolina State Treasurer's office until their annual audits have been submitted.

Mr. Elbert C. Coleman, age 79, died Thursday, February 5, 2009, after an illness.

Seven people have been arrested in connection with a counterfeit check scam that resulted in more than $10,000 in losses for several Pee Dee businesses.