Monthly Archives: July 2015

City of Hartsville calls for voluntary water usage restrictions after Darlington County enters moderate drought status

The S.C. Department of Natural Resources’ Drought Response Committee has designated Darlington County to be in a moderate drought status this month. Under these conditions, Section 82-144 of the City of Hartsville Code calls for the City to request voluntary reductions in usage among water customers to prevent depleting the water supply available for consumption, sanitation, fire protection and other essential needs.

Customers are asked to consider these steps to reduce water usage:

Reduce watering of plants, lawns and other landscaped areas […]

July 31st, 2015|News|Comments Off on City of Hartsville calls for voluntary water usage restrictions after Darlington County enters moderate drought status

Final Screen on the Green showing, “Planes: Fire and Rescue,” postponed to Aug. 15

Because of the influx of tourists to the region expected for the National Bikers Roundup at the Darlington Dragway from Aug. 5 to 9, and the commitments of local law enforcement and fire protection services toward making this a safe and welcoming event for tourists and residents alike, the City of Hartsville will postpone the last showing of the Screen on the Green free movie series one week to Aug. 15.

“Planes: Fire and Rescue,” sponsored by the Hartsville Police […]

July 30th, 2015|News|Comments Off on Final Screen on the Green showing, “Planes: Fire and Rescue,” postponed to Aug. 15

Recycler of the Month, July 2015

Imogene Price is the City of Hartsville’s Recycler of the Month for July 2015.

She has found Hartsville to have an excellent recycling program, and said that she encourages everyone to take advantage of it. Recycling items like cans, bottles and mail takes little time, she said, adding that she believes conserving resources and being a good steward is her duty as a Christian and a citizen.

“Recycle, do what you can where you are to make things better for yourself […]

July 29th, 2015|News|Comments Off on Recycler of the Month, July 2015

National Bikers Roundup coming to area Aug. 5 – 9

Agencies in and around Darlington County are now preparing for the huge influx of tourists which will visit the area next week, Aug. 5-9, for the National Bikers Roundup event at the Darlington Dragway. After already making the decision to stage the unsolicited event here, the event’s organizers first contacted Darlington County Tourism last year to let its staff know they were coming.

Since that time, numerous law enforcement agencies have been working closely with the event organizers to prepare […]

July 29th, 2015|News|Comments Off on National Bikers Roundup coming to area Aug. 5 – 9

Special Play 4 Special Kids donation brings aquatic wheelchairs to Piratesville Splash Pad at Byerly Park

Trips to the Piratesville Splash Pad at the Byerly Park Recreation Complex are now offering more opportunities for fun among children with disabilities, thanks to a donation of aquatic wheelchairs organized by a Special Play 4 Special Kids campaign.

The special wheelchairs, which can be completely submerged, greatly improve access to the children’s water play facility for patrons with physical disabilities. They are available on request at the ticket gate of the Piratesville Splash Pad, found at 1109 14th St. […]

July 28th, 2015|News|Comments Off on Special Play 4 Special Kids donation brings aquatic wheelchairs to Piratesville Splash Pad at Byerly Park

South Carolina Baptist Convention volunteers to help local residents with storm relief

UPDATED: The South Carolina Baptist Convention will have volunteers in the Hartsville community this Monday, July 27, helping property owners who need assistance by removing limbs and trees downed by Tuesday evening’s storm. They have asked the Hartsville Fire Department to assist them by evaluating residential properties where tree damage is hindering homeowners from getting in and out. If you or someone you know may be interested in this effort, contact the Hartsville Fire Department at 843.383.3000.

July 24th, 2015|News|Comments Off on South Carolina Baptist Convention volunteers to help local residents with storm relief

A Moment with the Manager – Dixie Ponytails World Series coming to town

By Natalie M. Zeigler
City Manager

The Byerly Park Recreation Complex always hosts a frenzy of athletic events, but beginning tomorrow, it will attract more than its usual share of attention. The 2015 Dixie Girls Ponytails World Series has come to town, bringing together hundreds of people from six states for several days of competition here in Hartsville.

This represents the second time this World Series has come here, and its return provides a wonderful testament to excellent facilities we’ve built. The […]

July 24th, 2015|News|Comments Off on A Moment with the Manager – Dixie Ponytails World Series coming to town

“Big Hero 6” coming to the big screen for Screen on the Green’s July 25 showing, sponsored by The Children’s Group

The inflatable robot Baymax will be appearing on an inflatable movie screen in Burry Park next Saturday, July 25, when “Big Hero 6,” the 2014 Walt Disney Pictures animated superhero adventure, is shown for the City of Hartsville’s Screen on the Green free summer movie series. The event is sponsored by The Children’s Group and will begin at dusk, 8:40 p.m. or later. Burry Park is located in downtown Hartsville at 131 Cargill Way.

“Big Hero 6” shows the story […]

July 21st, 2015|News|Comments Off on “Big Hero 6” coming to the big screen for Screen on the Green’s July 25 showing, sponsored by The Children’s Group

Dixie Ponytails World Series kicks off in Hartsville with Opening Ceremonies in Burry Park on July 24

The Dixie Ponytails 2015 World Series, a massive traditional girls’ softball tournament coming to the Byerly Park Recreation Complex beginning July 25, will start up with a bang on Friday, July 24 with the customary downtown parade and opening ceremonies at Burry Park.

The tournament will take place from Saturday, July 25 through Wednesday, July 29 and will bring together teams from Florida, Georgia, Mississippi, Tennessee, South Carolina, North Carolina, as well as the host Hartsville team.

After a celebratory banquet […]

July 15th, 2015|News|Comments Off on Dixie Ponytails World Series kicks off in Hartsville with Opening Ceremonies in Burry Park on July 24

South Hartsville Revitalization Association kicks off neighborhood housing survey

A new housing study project spearheaded by the South Hartsville Revitalization Association aims to take an important step forward in seeking funding resources for neighborhood revitalization efforts, as well as identifying priority need areas in the community. Volunteers will begin the study the week of July 13 and continue working through July 31.

The Association has taken on this effort, known as South Hartsville’s Existing Housing Conditions Study, after it came as a recommendation in the “South Hartsville Heritage Alive: […]

July 13th, 2015|News|Comments Off on South Hartsville Revitalization Association kicks off neighborhood housing survey