CLIO — Sunday’s warmer weather brought out throngs of people ready for some Christmas Cheer at Clio’s Christmas Parade and Christmas on Main events from 3 p.m. to 8 p.m.

BENNETTSVILLE — Saturday’s chilly weather did not cool the enthusiasm for Bennettsville’s Christmas Parade and block party. Bundled up crowds full of the Christmas spirit lined the sidewalks from John Corry Rd. to Main St. to Broad St. awaiting the 11 a.m. start time.

Bennettsville — Friday marked a day many in Marlboro County had been anticipating for years. Academy Road reopened after suffering extensive damage during Hurricane Florence in 2018.

Bennettsville —Thursday, the Pee Dee Coalition hosted the eighth annual Niah’s Lemonade Stand to stand against Domestic Violence for Domestic Violence Awareness Month.

Bennettsville — On Sunday, Oct. 6, 2024, Abba’s House Ministries held a solemn assembly at the courthouse square, focusing on “Healing for Marlboro County.” The event aimed to bring the community together in prayer and reflection on the challenges facing the area.

LAURINBURG — “Asé … Asé … Asé.”

CLIO— Dunbar Heritage Place will host a music festival in Clio Saturday on 3023 Hebron Dunbar Road to pull together the Dunbar community. The event is an all-white affair to bid summer farewell. The event will have food trucks, live bands, and other vendors.

CLIO —The Clio Police Department is undergoing significant reform, having recently hired three new officers from the Marlboro County Sheriff’s Office. The newly appointed staff includes Terry Freeman as chief, Jackie Heffner as assistant chief, and Jacob Taylor as a patrolman. Each officer brings years of experience to their role. Former chief Ryan Rummage is still on the force as a part-time officer.

BENNETTSVILLE—On Saturday, Brew & Bake hosted a fundraiser for the Humane Society of Marlboro County. The inaugural Bark-A-Thon started at 8 a.m. and raised over $2,000.

The Marlboro County High Bulldogs junior varsity football team faced Scotland High School’s JV team at McAlpine Stadium last Thursday night. The Fighting Scots blanked the Bulldogs, winning the game 0-22.