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Child and Family Resource's Facebook page has been hacked. Do not trust any communication coming from that page or Tracy Redfearn's personal page, as that has been hacked as well. 

It's a time of farewells and new beginnings in the Darlington County School District (DCSD)! On June 12 from 9 a.m. to 10:30 AM, the District will host a Coffee and Conversation with the Superintendents event at The Rooster coffeeshop in Hartsville.  Community members are invited to drop by for a cup of coffee and chat with Dr. Tim Newman, departing DCSD superintendent, and Dr. Matthew Ferguson, ...read more

With the 2025 hurricane season kicking off June 1st, we thought it may be timely (and humbling) to share the National Oceanic and Atmospheric Administration’s (NOAA) 2025 Tropical Outlook. NOAA is predicting above-normal hurricane activity in the Atlantic basin this year. As always, our Duke Energy teammates are already hard at work to ensure we are prepared to respond quickly and safely if ...read more

HARTSVILLE, S.C. (May 22, 2025) – The South Carolina Governor’s School for Science & Mathematics (GSSM) celebrated the achievements of 18 high school seniors from across the state who successfully completed its Accelerate engineering program during a ceremony held Saturday, May 17, at Prestwood Country Club.  Accelerate is GSSM’s rigorous virtual engineering program for students in 10th through ...read more

HARTSVILLE, S.C. (May 20, 2025) -?A team of students from the South Carolina Governor’s School for Science & Mathematics (GSSM) was accepted to join the Prevalence of Antibiotic Resistance in the Environment (PARE) project, a global research initiative led by Tufts University that engages students in the scientific fight against one of the world’s most pressing public health threats.  GSSM’s ...read more

HARTSVILLE, S.C. (May 16, 2025)— Neel Sus, a 1995 graduate of the South Carolina Governor’s School for Science & Mathematics (GSSM) and the CEO of Susco Solutions, will return to his alma mater to deliver the commencement address to the Class of 2025. The ceremony will be held at 11 a.m. on Friday, May 30, at the DeLoach Center at Coker University in Hartsville, South Carolina.  Sus is the ...read more

HARTSVILLE, S.C. (May 12, 2025) — The South Carolina Governor’s School for Science & Mathematics (GSSM) celebrates Navneeth Nalajala, a member of the Class of 2025 from Fort Mill, for being named a 2025 Coca-Cola Scholar, one of only 150 high school seniors nationwide selected from over 105,000 applicants. Less than 1/6th of 1% of applicants were chosen to receive this extremely competitive ...read more

Running a restaurant demands more than just culinary skills; it requires strategic thinking and innovative approaches to thrive in a competitive market. In today’s fast-paced environment, adopting modern technologies and creative branding can significantly impact your restaurant’s success. From digitizing operations to crafting unique dining experiences, these strategies are designed to enhance ...read more

This Women’s Small Business Month, it’s time to spotlight the resources that help women entrepreneurs soar. Adobe Acrobat simplifies key business processes, from document management to team collaboration, freeing up time for what matters most—scaling their companies. Whether refining workflows or speeding up decision-making, these features give women business owners a competitive edge in the ...read more

Entrepreneurs in the small business landscape face the enormous challenge of managing various roles, from financial oversight to marketing initiatives. Juggling these roles single-handedly is not only inefficient but can also compromise business growth. This article explores some of the most effective technical tasks that are ideally suited for delegation so you can allocate your time and ...read more

When you venture into a home-based business, you embark on an exciting yet challenging journey. This guide focuses on the essential elements needed for a successful start in your entrepreneurial endeavor. By concentrating on these fundamental aspects, you set the stage for your home-based business to thrive.Formulating Your Business Blueprint Your journey starts with crafting a comprehensive ...read more