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Marion County Schools Superintendent Michael Day outlines the consolidation plan for the Marion County Board of Supervisors. | Photo by Beth Riles

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Supervisors express concern on consolidation
By BETH RILES - Staff Writer
Wed,04/06/22-3:45PM , 2,863 Reads
The Marion County School District is furthering its outreach about the upcoming special bond vote, which will be held on May 24, and fielded tough questions from the Marion County Board of Supervisors on Monday.
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Christopher Hobgood stands before Justice Court Judge Brandon Rowell at his bond hearing in April 2021. Hobgood has been charged with second-degree murder and is set to stand trial June 7. | Photo by Susan Amundson

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Hobgood murder trial set
By BETH RILES - Staff Writer
Wed,04/06/22-3:09PM , 6,435 Reads
The jury trial of Christopher Derrick Hobgood has been set for June 7 in the Marion County Courthouse with Judge Anthony Mozingo presiding.
Hobgood is charged with second-degree murder in the death of James Thurmond Hall, Jr. on April 25, 2021.
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The Myrtles Nursing Center has a caring and dedicated staff. From left are Administrator Monica Toney, Director of Nursing Gwen Expose, Activities Director Cathy Morgan and Infection Protection and Staff Development Coordinator Susan Montgomery. | Photo by Beth Riles

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The Myrtles - A place like home
By BETH RILES - Staff Writer
Thu,03/31/22-4:52PM , 1,529 Reads
When a person has to go to somewhere other than home for care, it can be difficult for all involved. It is hard on that person as well as family and friends.
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Will Watson, a senior at Columbia Academy, won $3,400 in scholarship money for his speeches in the American Legion High School Oratorical Program.

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Watson’s hard work pays off
By BETH RILES - Staff Writer
Thu,03/31/22-8:00AM , 3,131 Reads
Huge benefits can often come from trying something new and from not being afraid to put in the necessary work.
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