Stories by Anne Waits

Wednesday, Dec. 19, 2012

Performance to benefit children's home

What better way to celebrate the birth of Christ than a Christmas Eve concert followed by lessons and carols continuing into Christmas Day?
By Anne Waits

Wednesday, Nov. 28, 2012

'Christmas Belles' is hilarious holiday production

Experience the Christmas spirit "Southern-style" this year when Edgefield County Theatre Company presents "Christmas Belles."
By Anne Waits

Tuesday, Oct. 16, 2012

Boshears Skyfest back for more fun in air, on land

Eyes will be on the skies this weekend for the 20th annual Boshears Skyfest at Daniel Field.
By Anne Waits

Tuesday, Oct. 9, 2012

Scott Brantley Band is simply 'country-country'

When Scott Brantley steps on stage to perform, his fans see the same person he speaks about in his song, "Ain't No Life I'd Rather Live than This Country Life I Live." "Yep, I'm pure country," he ...
By Anne Waits

Tuesday, Aug 21, 2012

Crowd expected for Sandy Oaks Pro Rodeo

Looking for something that's fun for the whole family to do this weekend? Check out the seventh annual Sandy Oaks Pro Rodeo on Aug. 24 and 25.
By Anne Waits

Wednesday, Jan. 19, 2011

Mamie Rearden enjoying life at 112

EDGEFIELD, S.C. -- Mamie Rearden, 112, relaxes in her easy chair. She has no major illnesses, loves to wear hats and has a great sense of humor.  
By Anne Waits

Tuesday, Jan. 4, 2011

Car dealer remembered as great friend, citizen

JOHNSTON, S.C. -- Longtime Johnston Ford dealership owner James H. "Jimmy" Satcher died Saturday at 76 after an extended illness.
By Anne Waits

Thursday, April 29, 2010

Peach Blossom Festival this weekend

The 27th Annual Peach Blossom Festival this weekend in downtown Johnston promises to have something for everyone.
By Anne Waits

Sunday, Oct. 25, 2009

Martinez woman donates kidney to friend

Lori Parker and Cheryl Faglier have been close ever since they met 17 years ago at Mount Tabor Baptist Church in Harlem. Now they're even closer. In March Ms. Faglier donated her right kidney to ...
By Anne Waits

Monday, Aug 13, 2007

Lawmaker gives up seat to let soldier get home

EDGEFIELD, S.C. - An encounter in a faraway airport - and an act of generosity - has restored one Edgefield native's faith in mankind.
By Anne Waits

Thursday, July 12, 2007

Fire wasn't arson, SLED team says

EDGEFIELD, S.C. - An investigation has determined arson was not the cause of a fire that destroyed most of the Edgefield County Neighborhood Center on Church Street in Edgefield on July 5.
By Anne Waits

Monday, July 2, 2007

County waits for company decision

EDGEFIELD, S.C. - Edgefield County Administrator John Pettigrew said county officials still are hopeful about the chances of a new industry relocating to the county, and bringing new jobs with it.
By Anne Waits

Tuesday, June 5, 2007

County in need of foster families

In the past six months, more than 30 children have come into foster care in emergency situations in Edgefield County.
By Anne Waits

Monday, May 7, 2007

Lake clucks over coops

TRENTON, S.C. - Lake Trenton residents are again upset about the possibility of a chicken farm being built in their vicinity.
By Anne Waits

Sunday, April 8, 2007

Patrons bid on pieces of past at local estate auction

TRENTON, S.C. - "Who'll give me 35?
By Anne Waits

Wednesday, March 14, 2007

Art teacher puts passion into print

JOHNSTON, S.C. - Johnston Elementary School art teacher Donna Black always has loved art and children's books.
By Anne Waits
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