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Dash’s Funeral Home announces Bernice Grant service in Bamberg Thursday
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Dash’s Funeral Home announces Bernice Grant service in Bamberg Thursday

Bernice Grant’s obituary page kept the service details public even before the full life story was written. Her Bamberg service was set for Thursday at Dash’s Funeral Home.

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Bamberg County couple builds butterfly conservatory to aid monarchs
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Bamberg County couple builds butterfly conservatory to aid monarchs

Katey and Sean Reid turned their Bamberg County homestead into Monarch Ranch, a butterfly conservatory built from repurposed materials, compost and a self-dug stream.

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Bamberg-born Jacob O'Quinn remembered for service, faith, family
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Bamberg-born Jacob O'Quinn remembered for service, faith, family

Bamberg native Jacob Perry O'Quinn was remembered for a life that moved from Bamberg streets to Army service, college, and church leadership.

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SCDOT opens final flood-damaged bridge in Bamberg County project
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SCDOT opens final flood-damaged bridge in Bamberg County project

SCDOT reopened the last flood-damaged bridge in Bamberg County, ending the six-site emergency package that had cut off a key rural route since the 2024 storms.

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Bamberg County Treasurer Alice Johnson to retire after 18 years
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Bamberg County Treasurer Alice Johnson to retire after 18 years

Alice P. Johnson will leave Bamberg County’s treasurer’s office on May 1, ending an 18-year run tied to tax collections and county cash management.

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Ehrhardt Pro Rodeo set to bring two-night family event to town
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Ehrhardt Pro Rodeo set to bring two-night family event to town

Lauren Murdaugh’s first Ehrhardt Pro Rodeo could draw 1,500 to 3,000 people to 1400 Julian Drive, a crowd bigger than Ehrhardt itself.

Lisa Park2m read
Bamberg-Ehrhardt celebrates first state football title since 1990 with championship rings
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Bamberg-Ehrhardt celebrates first state football title since 1990 with championship rings

Bamberg-Ehrhardt’s new rings mark more than a title, they seal a 35-year wait ended by a 15-0 season and a 35-21 win over Lamar in Orangeburg.

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Voorhees charter institute approves first public school, C.R. Neal Academy
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Voorhees charter institute approves first public school, C.R. Neal Academy

Bamberg County families could gain another public school option as Voorhees approves its first charter, C.R. Neal Academy, for an August 2027 opening.

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Woody McClain to keynote Denmark Tech’s 77th commencement convocation
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Woody McClain to keynote Denmark Tech’s 77th commencement convocation

Woody McClain’s keynote gave Bamberg County graduates a rare regional chance to hear a Charleston actor tied to The New Edition Story and Power Book II: Ghost.

Lisa Park2m read
Bamberg youth explore engineering, robotics and cooking at spring break camp
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Bamberg youth explore engineering, robotics and cooking at spring break camp

Nearly 25 Bamberg-area children spent spring break on robots, soil science and cooking stations, with Bamberg United Methodist Church adding a kite festival.

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Bamberg County council weighs industrial park expansion, tax incentive amendment
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Bamberg County council weighs industrial park expansion, tax incentive amendment

Bamberg County council faced a vote to enlarge the Quad-County Industrial Park and amend a tax incentive deal that could shape future development and county revenues.

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Bamberg-Ehrhardt quarterback Brian McMillan lands first college offer from Lane College
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Bamberg-Ehrhardt quarterback Brian McMillan lands first college offer from Lane College

Brian McMillan’s first offer came after Lane College coaches visited Bamberg-Ehrhardt, a milestone that puts the Red Raiders’ title run on recruiting boards.

Sarah Chen2m read
Bamberg County posts 2026 voter board meeting dates, April 10 session set
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Bamberg County posts 2026 voter board meeting dates, April 10 session set

Bamberg County voters had a key check-in point at the courthouse annex April 10, where officials handled registration, precinct, and absentee voting issues before the next election cycle.

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Counterfeit $20 and $100 bills used at two Bamberg County businesses
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Counterfeit $20 and $100 bills used at two Bamberg County businesses

Movie-prop-looking counterfeit $20s and $100s were passed at two Bamberg County businesses, and police are warning cashiers to check every bill now.

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Bamberg County issues burn notice as statewide fire ban continues
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Bamberg County issues burn notice as statewide fire ban continues

Bamberg County’s Friday burn notice came as South Carolina’s fire ban halted all outdoor burning in unincorporated areas, including yard debris and campfires.

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Bamberg-Ehrhardt visits Barnwell after shutout win, seeks momentum
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Bamberg-Ehrhardt visits Barnwell after shutout win, seeks momentum

Bamberg-Ehrhardt’s 9-0 shutout of Branchville sent the Red Raiders into Barnwell at 7:15 p.m., while the Warhorses tried to shake a 7-0 loss.

Marcus Williams2m read
Denmark-Olar boys soccer drops two games, seeks first win of spring
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Denmark-Olar boys soccer drops two games, seeks first win of spring

Denmark-Olar was outscored 13-1 in two April losses, leaving the Vikings 0-8 and looking for answers before Hardeeville.

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Bamberg-Ehrhardt boys soccer seeks rebound at Horse Creek Academy Monday
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Bamberg-Ehrhardt boys soccer seeks rebound at Horse Creek Academy Monday

Bamberg-Ehrhardt entered Monday’s road match at Horse Creek Academy trying to shake off a 5-1 loss and protect the momentum built during a three-game winning streak.

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Andrew Jackson Academy edges Patrick Henry Academy 4-3 in baseball win
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Andrew Jackson Academy edges Patrick Henry Academy 4-3 in baseball win

Andrew Jackson Academy survived a 4-3 finish in Ehrhardt, turning a one-run game into another sign of poise after its region-title run.

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Bamberg County schools stream board meeting, expand public access
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Bamberg County schools stream board meeting, expand public access

Parents and taxpayers could watch trustees meet live from 3830 Faust Street, a digital step that put Bamberg County's monthly school business online at 6 p.m. Monday.

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Bamberg County rallies volunteers for countywide cleanup and litter prevention effort
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Bamberg County rallies volunteers for countywide cleanup and litter prevention effort

A $20,000 grant is pushing Bamberg County’s cleanup effort toward cigarette litter, with volunteers being recruited for roadways, storm drains and neighborhood hot spots.

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Denmark Technical College Anchors Workforce Training and Opportunity in Bamberg
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Denmark Technical College Anchors Workforce Training and Opportunity in Bamberg

Denmark Technical College serves as a key education and workforce hub for Bamberg, Barnwell and Allendale counties, offering accredited two year degrees, diplomas and certificates in career focused fields. Its programs in nursing, cybersecurity, welding and other trades matter to local residents because they supply trained workers to area employers, support job placement and expand access to distance learning and student services.

Sarah Chen2m read
Bamberg County library offers low-cost family events, sports clash looms
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Bamberg County library offers low-cost family events, sports clash looms

Bamberg County families had a 4 p.m. library paint event, a Monday reading program and a soccer night all packed into one tight calendar window.

Lisa Park2m read
Bamberg County Library provides critical broadband and learning access
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Bamberg County Library provides critical broadband and learning access

The Bamberg County Public Library offers free internet, children's learning computers and community programs. It connects residents to jobs, education and regional resources.

Lisa Park2m read
Bamberg Historic District Anchors Downtown Revival and Heritage Tourism
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Bamberg Historic District Anchors Downtown Revival and Heritage Tourism

Bamberg’s downtown core is centered on the Bamberg Historic District, with the 1897 county courthouse as its focal landmark. The district’s concentration of late 19th- and early 20th-century architecture and an active walking-tour brochure make heritage assets a tangible engine for downtown foot traffic, preservation activity, and local economic opportunity.

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Rivers Bridge site preserves Civil War battlefield, shapes community memory
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Rivers Bridge site preserves Civil War battlefield, shapes community memory

Rivers Bridge State Historic Site in southern Bamberg County preserves the February 1865 battlefield and a Confederate cemetery, offering a compact setting for learning about tactical combat, preservation, and memorial practices. The site is an important local resource for education, heritage tourism, and community reflection, and it raises questions about equitable interpretation and public health benefits of accessible outdoor spaces.

Lisa Park2m read
Voorhees University Board Unanimously Extends President Ronnie Hopkins' Contract Through 2031
Education

Voorhees University Board Unanimously Extends President Ronnie Hopkins' Contract Through 2031

Voorhees University extended President Ronnie Hopkins' contract through 2031 to ensure leadership continuity as the college advances academic and financial priorities that affect Denmark and Bamberg County.

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Bamberg‑Ehrhardt Undefeated Red Raiders Win Class A Title
Education

Bamberg‑Ehrhardt Undefeated Red Raiders Win Class A Title

The Bamberg‑Ehrhardt Red Raiders completed an undefeated 2025 season by winning the South Carolina Class A state championship, defeating Lamar 35-21 at a neutral site in the Orangeburg/Columbia area. The district posted a celebration notice highlighting the program’s achievement, a milestone that has boosted community pride and energized boosters, alumni, and local businesses across Bamberg County.

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River Birch Golf Course Reopens, Boosts Bamberg County Recreation
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River Birch Golf Course Reopens, Boosts Bamberg County Recreation

River Birch Golf Course in Bamberg has reopened under new ownership and management, bringing renewed investment in clubhouse and course operations and serving as a site for local events. The reopening strengthens Bamberg County efforts to expand recreation, draw visitors, and support small town economic activity through tourism and community fundraising.

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