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  • Neighboring counties could receive grants to help build infrastructure

    The Chesterfield County Coordinating Council (CCCC) has received a grant to mentor the Marlboro County Inter-Agency Council (MCIAC) to build their capacity to address social service issues, particularly the prevention of alcohol and drug use among youth.
    The grant is part of the DHHS Substance Abuse & Mental Health Services Administration Drug Free Communities program.  

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  • Blakeney crowned Miss New Heights Middle School

    Thirteen young ladies vied for the title of Miss New Heights Middle School on Saturday, Nov. 3, with Zikeyia Blakeney, 12, taking the crown.

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  • Adopt a Pet 10/23/12

    Here are the three spotlight candidates for adoption this week from Chesterfield County Animal Services.
    Ellen is a six-month-old, 40-lb. female Hound mix.  She is very sweet, gets along well with other dogs and loves people.  Ellen will be fully vetted before adoption.
    Frandess is a one-year-old male Border Collie mix. He is good with other dogs and weighs about 25 lbs. He will be fully vetted before adoption.

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  • More than 130 dogs saved from shelter

    By GARY PHILLIPS
    Progressive Journal Editor
    Chesterfield County has an ongoing problem with animal overpopulation, but some concerned residents are stepping forward to find solutions.
    Chesterfield County Animal Services volunteer Glenn Gulledge reports 133 dogs were saved in the county last week, which he said was possible because so many people cared, took action and were successful in finding a way out for the animals.

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  • Twin brothers with Pageland ties excel in two sports

    By GARY PHILLIPS
    Progressive Journal Editor
    Two high school athletes with ties to Pageland are gaining notoriety and have recently agreed to both play two sports for the University of Oregon. And they’ve known each other their entire lives.

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  • CMEOC accepting LIHEAP applications through May 31

    From release
    Chesterfield Marlboro Economic Opportunity Council Inc. (CMEOC) will be accepting Low-Income Home Energy Assistance Program (LIHEAP) applications for heating assistance through May 31, or until funding is exhausted.

    Please call one of the sites below to schedule an appointment:

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  • Area churches pull together to aid another

    Smyrna Baptist Church in Pageland has a problem, but other churches in the area are banding together to help.

    Church member Linda Terry told The Progressive Journal black mold was found at the church in April when a contractor was there to give an estimate for insulation, not during an insurance inspection as reported elsewhere. The church voluntarily moved worship services to another part of the property and was not forced to close by DHEC as also erroneously reported, Terry said.

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  • The votes are in and Rev. Joel Dale will soon kiss a pig

    The Second Annual Kiss-A-Pig contest to raise funds for Chesterfield County First Steps has drawn to a close, with Rev. Joel Dale of First Baptist Church of Pageland named the winner. Dale will kiss Dottie, the pot-bellied pig during halftime of the football game between Central High School and Andrew Jackson High School on Friday, October 26 at Central. Dale has been the P.A. announcer for the Eagle’s home games this season. A Clemson graduate and rabid Tigers fan, he has also agreed to wear South Carolina Gamecock attire during the event.

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  • Adopt a Pet 10/09/12

    From release
    Here are the three spotlight candidates for adoption this week from Chesterfield County Animal Services.
    Snow is a three-year-old female Lab Mix.  She is a beauty, laid back and shy. Snow will be fully vetted before adoption.  
    Orchar is a four-year-old male cat. He loves to be petted and is very loving.  He will be fully vetted before adoption.

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  • ‘National Night Out’ is next Monday, Oct. 15

    The Pageland Police Department will host the annual “National Night Out” at 6 p.m. Monday, October 15. The event is open to everyone and is designed to inform the public about crime and how to avoide becoming a victim.

    Pageland Police Chief Larry Brown said there will be guest speakers and other presenters who can be informative in self protection.

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