1951 Katie Genelle Kersey was born on 22 Jun 1951 in Camden, Kershaw, South Carolina, USA a child of Earl Merle Kersey and Levine Raley Kersey. 2005 On January 12, 2005, Katie Kersey Peebles was mentioned as the living wife in the obituary of Robert Lewis Peebles, Sr. 2011 On May 7, 2011, Katie Peebles was mentioned as a living daughter in the obituary of Mr … Continue reading Katie Genelle Kersey Peebles
1948 Larry Burns Collins was born on 25 Sep 1948 a child of Chester Burns Collins and Frances Ruby Davis Barrett Collins. 1950 Larry Collinsas a a 1-year-old, male, single, white, son. Also in the home were; his father, Chester Collins; his mother, Frances Collins; his siblings, William Collins, Curtis Collins, and Ben Collins; his half-brother Ray J Barrett; and his paternal aunt, Florence Collins. … Continue reading Larry Burns Collins
It’s time to vote for The State’s 2025 high school football Offensive Player of the Year from Midlands-area teams. Voting ends at noon Monday, Dec. 15 , and the winner will be announced later that day with the all-area football team. Below are the nominees. You can vote as many times as you would like. Offensive Player of the Year Nominees Patrick Belk , QB, … Continue reading Vote now for 2025 Midlands high school football Offensive Player of the Year
Teresa Clifton Obituary Teresa Lynn Clifton was born on February 3, 1970, to the late Clarence Moore and Lois Mae Clifton. She departed this life on Monday December 8, 2025, at her home, in Columbia, South Carolina. Teresa was educated in the public schools of Kershaw County. She enjoyed spending time with her family, listening to music, and reading her bible. She was preceded in … Continue reading Teresa Lynn Clifton
1946 Gary Horton Elliott was born on 09 Jan 1946 in Charleston, Charleston, South Carolina, USA a child of Elmore Wilson Elliott and Ruby Cornelia Horton Elliott. 1953 On January 2, 1953, Gary Elliott was mentioned in the obituary of William Carlisle Elliott. 1991 On October 7, 1991, Gary Elliott was mentioned in the news paper article, “Black beauty.“ 2025 He died on 07 Dec 2025. … Continue reading Gary Horton Elliott
A 2.0 magnitude earthquake was confirmed near Elgin on Nov. 28, marking the second tremor in a week and the third in November for South Carolina, according to authorities. The quake was recorded at 9:45 a.m. and rumbled a little more than 2 miles beneath the ground in Kershaw County, where more seismic activity has been recorded than any other location in the state since 2021. There … Continue reading Earthquake recorded near Elgin
James “Mike” Busby Obituary James Michael “Mike” Busby, was born on August 16, 1948, in Danville, IL, and peacefully departed this world and was called home on December 7, 2025. Mike found his true love, Carolyn, and they united in holy matrimony on August 29, 1970. Mike was a self-made man, who, with his entrepreneurial spirit, built a successful upholstery business. He was the embodiment … Continue reading James Michael “Mike” Busby
Leonard Eugene “Lenny” Medlin, Jr. Obituary With great sadness, we announce the passing of Leonard “Lenny” Eugene Medlin, Jr., , who departed from us on December 7, 2025. Born on November 21, 1962, in Columbia, South Carolina. He is lovingly remembered by his sister, Patricia Garner of Lugoff, SC, Alice Blizzard (Donald) of Blythewood, SC and Karen McPherson of Lugoff, SC. Leonard was preceded in … Continue reading Leonard Eugene “Lenny” Medlin, Jr.
Mary Latham Smith Obituary On December 7, 2025, just one day before her 81st birthday, Mary Latham Smith, a beloved mother and cherished member of the Bishopville community, was called home to be with the lord. Mary was born in Greenwood, SC, on December 8, 1944, and spent her life cultivating love and kindness in those around her. A homemaker by trade, Mary was a … Continue reading Mary Latham McClain Smith
1976 2025 Kevin Dorsey Obituary Kevin Anthony Dorsey, 49, a native of Elgin, South Carolina, passed away on December 6, 2025. He was born on September 17, 1976. Kevin was the beloved son of Tom and Elaine Dorsey. He is survived by his parents, his brother Scott Dorsey, his sister Angie Barnette (Lane), and his sister Heather Moseley (Eric). Kevin was a proud father to … Continue reading Kevin Anthony Dorsey
