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I hate to sound like I am picking on Mitch, but Kentucky Senator Mitch McConnell’s recent three-month stint in the hospital reminded the public of one key fact: During his absence from work, he was paid.

MCCOLL — Three-year-old Julez’ Leigh “Juju” Perkins came back home in early September after months of hospital stays and surgeries following a rare brain cancer diagnosis.

MARLBORO COUNTY — Autumn is finally here and if you are looking for some fun, local outings to enjoy with the family, here are some nearby suggestions to consider.

BENNETTSVILLE — The Bennettsville Police Department [BPD] announced Wednesday it is continuing to investigate the death of Princess Trashaun Simmons McRae in conjunction with the South Carolina Law Enforcement Division [SLED] and the Marlboro County Coroner’s Office as officials await additional autopsy results. Simmons McRae died following an incident two…

BENNETTSVIILE— Scripture wrapped around the streets of Bennettsville Friday when the “City on the Move” paused for 24-hours to hear the Bible read from the center of town during Bennettsville: A City Set Apart, a community prayer event led by local Pastor Jacob Orr and Bennettsville Mayor Tyron Abraham, alongside…

CLIO— In honor of the nation’s fallen, the town of Clio organized a September 11, 2001 remembrance service that drew residents, neighbors, friends, elected officials and first responders from across the county Friday. The town of Clio’s service began at 9:45 a.m. with attendees gathering at the flag in the…

At approximately 5:37 p.m. officers responded to a residence on Pershing Street following a complaint from a gentleman claiming his brother was threatening him via text message. At the scene, the caller stated to officers that the threats stemmed from an ongoing dispute over property belonging to their deceased mother.…

Update: This article has been updated to reflect an error in reporting. The juvenile drowning victim’s name has not been currently released. The juvenile mentioned in the article did unfortunately drown in the Mooresville area of North Carolina. The Herald -Advocate apologizes for this grievous error.

MARLBORO COUNTY— Sheriff Larry McNeil says he inadvertently waded into the Flock camera controversy pond when the Marlboro County Sheriff’s Office submitted a $1.2 million request from the state that included more than $300,000 for 30 Flock cameras. He adds that he feels the camera system is a very useful…

CLIO — The Board of Directors has selected Adam Schrimmer of Blank Canvas Mural Company to design and present an educational and historical mural for Clio, Mayor Adam Pate announced in a statement released to the press this week.