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Economic Alliance celebrates, plans
Just two and a half years ago the Chesterfield County Economic Development Alliance didn’t even exist. Now, having enjoyed the success of an $800,000 campaign to establish the Alliance, members are anxious to proceed with the next steps. Recently, the group met at the YMCA in Chesterfield to celebrate their accomplishments and discuss future strategies. According to Brenda Workman, executive director for the Chesterfield County Economic Dev...
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Cheraw Police Department - arrests for April 25, 2013
Thomas Alan Quick, 24, of 292 Longhorn Lane, Cheraw, was stopped by Cheraw Police Officer Robert Joseph White at the intersection of Third and Market Streets for faulty equipment on his silver Dodge Neon, according to incident reports from the Cheraw Police Department. When White approached the car he said he “could see in plain sight a propane burner and several flash lights and tools in the front passenger’s floorboard.” Officer White sai...
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Contributed photo Congressman Tom Rice will be the keynote speaker at Northeastern Technical College’s graduation ceremony on May 18. He will also join graduates, alumni and college employees for the NETC Homecoming & Reunion following graduation.
NETC plans special events for May 18
Northeastern Technical College (NETC) will welcome Congressman Tom Rice to campus on May 18 for the college’s 2013 Commencement Exercises and the alumni festivities following graduation. Rice, who represents the 7th District of South Carolina in Congress, will be the keynote speaker for the graduation ceremony, which will be held outside on NETC’s main campus in Cheraw. Students who completed programs of study during the academic year 2012-...
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Oil Painting Workshop is scheduled
The Cheraw Arts Commission is presenting Paint A Wren Oil Painting Workshop on Friday, May 3, The instructor is Vicky McLain. The class will be from 9 a.m. to 2 p.m. at the Cheraw Community Center, 200 Powe St., Cheraw. Registration fee is $40. A supply list will be provided upon registration. Contact the Cheraw Arts Commission for additional information and to register by calling 843-537-8420, ext. 12. The Cheraw Arts Commission is sup...
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Annual Yard Sale of the Carolinas May 11 in Chesterfield
Registration is under way for the “Yard Sale of the Carolinas” to be held in Chesterfield on Saturday, May 11. The event will be held from 7 a.m. to noon in the 200 block of West Main Street in front of the Chesterfield County Courthouse. The event is co-sponsored by Team Chesterfield and Hospice of Chesterfield County’s Sunshine Shoppe thrift and gift store. The yard sale provides a great opportunity for individuals, families, civic grou...
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Cheraw Police Department - arrests for April 18, 2013
The following arrests were recently made by the Cheraw Police Department: • Takisha Victoria Ruben, 30, of 791 McQueen Road, Patrick, was arrested for trespassing/entering premises. • Bobby Joe Drakeford Jr., 22, of 109 Hurst Avenue, Chesterfield, was arrested for counterfeiting and forgery. • Kevin Robert Williams, 18, of 210 Watson Avenue, Rockingham, N.C., was arrested for shoplifting and possession with intent to distribute marijuan...
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Chesterfield County Sheriff’s Office - arrests for April 18, 2013
The following arrests were recently made by the Chesterfield County Sheriff’s Office: • Manuel Randolph McIntyre, 28, of 6638 Angelus Road, Ruby, was arrested for petit larceny and drug/narcotic violations. • Montrell Gerald Lowery, 24, of 91 Boyd Evans Road, Pageland, was arrested for disregarding a stop sign, permit violation and simple possession of marijuana. • Michael Termaine Smith, 29, of 137 Smith Lane, Cheraw, was arrested for ...
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Karen Kissiah | Cheraw Chronicle Members of the junior and senior classes for Cheraw High School were given A Taste of Reality by Lida Dutil, just days before the prom, which is scheduled for April 20. Dutil, an emergency room nurse whose speeches are sponsored by Budweiser and Crown Beverages, Inc. of Florence, "shares with her audiences the consequences of poor decisions and the importance of developing healthy attitudes about life."
Prom safety
Karen Kissiah | Cheraw Chronicle Members of the junior and senior classes for Cheraw High School were given A Taste of Reality by Lida Dutil, just days before the prom, which is scheduled for April 20. Dutil, an emergency room nurse whose speeches are sponsored by Budweiser and Crown Beverages, Inc. of Florence, “shares with her audiences the consequences of poor decisions and the importance of developing healthy attitudes about life.”
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Karen Kissiah | Cheraw Chronicle The new taxiway at Cheraw Municipal Airport was recently completed and officially dedicated to the service of the community Thursday, April 11. The $800,000 project was made possible with grant money from the Federal Aviation Administration and the South Carolina Aeronautics Commission.
New taxiway dedicated

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Fate of advisory councils still unknown
The meeting between the Chesterfield County School Board and the Chesterfield County School Advisory Councils Monday evening began and ended with unanswered questions. Suggested by Rep. Ted Vick, the meeting offered an opportunity for members of both groups to voice their opinions concerning Chesterfield County Superintendent Harrison Goodwin’s recommendation last month that Advisory Councils no longer deal with disciplinary actions, and perh...
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A watchful eye brings results
A watchful eye and a call to the Chesterfield County Sheriff’s Office reporting a suspected break-in and theft in progress in Ruby Friday, April 8, led to the arrest of Manuel Randolph McIntyre, 28, on charges of petit larceny and drug/narcotic violations. The incident report does not say who reported the crime, but investigators, along with K-9 units responded to the call. According to Staff Sgt. Wayne Jordan, “dispatch advised that two wh...
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County residents remember, honor assault victims
A palm tree has been planted near the front corner of the Chesterfield County Courthouse in honor and memory of Beverly Hope Roscoe Melton, who was sexually assaulted and killed the day after Christmas in 2011. Sponsored by the Pee Dee Coalition Against Sexual Assault and Melton’s family, the tree now symbolizes a communities’ commitment to helping prevent similar tragedies from happening in the future. The event also symbolizes a national ...
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Application deadline for summer term is May 1
New or returning students planning to attend Northeastern Technical College this summer should submit admission applications by Wednesday, May 1. A complete list of day, evening and online course offerings is available at each of the college campuses in Pageland, Cheraw, Bennettsville and Dillon or, by visiting www.netc.edu. Summer term classes start on May 20. NETC admission applications may be picked up and submitted at the main campu...
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Boy Scouts to build picnic tables at Cheraw State Park
The Montgomery, N.C., District of Boy Scouts and Cub Scouts will build and place 10 new picnic tables at Cheraw State Park on Saturday, April 20. The assembly is scheduled to begin between 10 and 11 a.m. The material and wood are donated by Cox Industries, Inc., of Orangeburg, following timeless design standards of state parks, and are considered high grade. The project at Cheraw State Park is part of a statewide effort to place 600 new...
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Rabies clinics offered throughout county
Rabies clinics, sponsored by the South Carolina Department of Health and Environmental Control and the Chesterfield County Environmental Health Services, will be held throughout Chesterfield County during the next few weeks. Vaccination fees may vary by clinic location, but will not exceed $10 per pet. Dogs must be on a leash. Cats should be contained in a box or carrier. Dr. Tapp will the the veterinarian on duty. All clinics will begin at...
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Karen Kissiah | Cheraw Chronicle Chesterfield County Acting Sheriff Kip Kiser, second from left, takes a look at his notes before entering an hour and a half discussion with members of Chesterfield County Council in executive session last Wednesday.
Shifting gears and responsibilities in the Sheriff’s Office
After an hour and a half in executive session with Chesterfield County Acting Sheriff Kip Kiser last Wednesday, Chesterfield County Council returned to open session long enough to vote on some changes within the Sheriff’s Office. In three separate and unanimous votes, council relieved the sheriff’s department of its control over the Chesterfield County Detention Center, 911 dispatch operations, as well as animal cruelty and litter control. ...
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Craig and Anna Watson, center, with Chamber of Commerce Chairman Phil Homan, right, and First Vice Chair Jeff Reece, left, are excited to welcome visitors to their home for the 19th annual “Taste of Cheraw,” featuring the Fantastic Shakers. Tickets for this year’s event are now on sale at the Chamber Office, 221 Market Street. All ticket holders must be 21 years of age. For more information call 843-537-7681.
Taste of Cheraw on tap
Craig and Anna Watson, center, with Chamber of Commerce Chairman Phil Homan, right, and First Vice Chair Jeff Reece, left, are excited to welcome visitors to their home for the 19th annual “Taste of Cheraw,” featuring the Fantastic Shakers. Tickets for this year’s event are now on sale at the Chamber Office, 221 Market St. All ticket holders must be 21 years of age. For more information call 843-537-7681.
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Life can change quickly, just ask the Kisers. Weeks after Chesterfield County Coroner Kip Kiser was taken from his job as coroner to fill in for the sheriff's position, his wife, Janet Kiser, has taken her job title from teacher to principal. Kiser's selection as principal of Petersburg Elementary School in Pageland was announced during Monday's school board meeting.
Switching gears
Karen Kissiah | Cheraw Chronicle Life can change quickly, just ask the Kisers. Weeks after Chesterfield County Coroner Kip Kiser was taken from his job as coroner to fill in for the sheriff’s position, his wife, Janet Kiser, has taken her job title from teacher to principal. Kiser’s selection as principal of Petersburg Elementary School in Pageland was announced during Monday’s school board meeting.
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Spring into 4-H
Are you interested in learning more about 4-H? Do you want to learn about animals, how to garden, science and technology, food and nutrition or how to be a better leader? Then 4-H might be for you. Chesterfield County 4-H will be holding an interest meeting for parents and youth on Thursday, April 18, at 6 p.m. at the Chesterfield County Library located at 119 W Main St., Chesterfield. Use the side door located on the right side of the buil...
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Volunteers needed for Heart of the Carolinas event
The Chesterfield County Economic Development Alliance is asking for your help the first week of May in supporting one of Chesterfield County’s signature events, The Southern 8th/Nikon third annual, three-day Heart of the Carolinas event, May 1 - 5. Volunteers are needed to help with everything from minor clean up to directing traffic. “This is a great way to show off our county and our hospitality as this unique competition attracts top ama...
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Round and round they go! There were children on swings, tilt a whirls, ferris wheels and more! Each year, the center of Market Street transforms into a miniature theme park for the annual Cheraw Spring Festival. See more photos on page 1B.
Swing into Spring!
Karen Kissiah | Cheraw Chronicle Round and round they go! There were children on swings, tilt a whirls, ferris wheels and more. Each year, the center of Market Street transforms into a miniature theme park for the annual Cheraw Spring Festival. See more photos on page 1B.
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Cheraw Police Department - arrests for April 11, 2013
The following arrests were recently made by the Cheraw Police Department: • William Eugene Bullard, 54, of 609 Market St., Cheraw, was arrested for open container, ABC violation. • Richard Harris McFayden, 43, of 567 U.S. 1, Rockingham, N.C., was arrested for not having a South Carolina drivers license, reckless driving. • Robin Hall Manes, 38, of 14935 Hwy 102, Patrick, S.C., was arrested for shoplifting. Arrest reports published in ...
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Chesterfield County Sheriff’s Office - arrests for April 11, 2013
The following arrests were recently made by the Chesterfield County Sheriff’s Office: • Robert Chase Blue, 18, of 208 Dianne Drive, Cheraw, was arrested for driving under the influence. • Willie Harris Jr., 52, of 1305 Hancock Hill Road, Mt. Croghan, was arrested for assault and battery third degree. • Alexis Latrice Carter, 26, of 2456 Walker Swinton Road, Timmonsville, S.C., was arrested for speeding, simple possession of marijuana an...
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Congratulations were extended to Peggy McManus on her promotion to Lieutenant Colonel in the United States Army. She is the wife of Robert McManus Jr. and the daughter of the late Josephine Ratliff and Edward McCoy. McManus is also the daughter-in-law of Marian (Susie) McManus and the late Robert McManus Sr. She has a total of 23 years both active and reserve.
McManus receives military promotion
Congratulations to Peggy McManus on her promotion to Lieutenant Colonel in the United States Army. She is the wife of Robert McManus Jr. and the daughter of the late Josephine Ratliff and Edward McCoy. McManus is also the daughter-in-law of Marian (Susie) McManus and the late Robert McManus Sr. She has a total of 23 years both active and reserve.
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