The ride of a lifetime
Saddle up, partners. The rodeo is coming to town.
On Feb. 3-4, the Florence Stampede & Pro Rodeo will bring out bull riders and barrel racers for an action-packed night of broncs, blood, steers, and mud. Pull on your boots, grab your Stetson, and head out to the Florence Center.
I’m hoping to be there, and I can assure you it will not be my first rodeo.
Having worked in the newspaper business for three-plus decades, I have been blessed with dozens of opportunities to get my adrenaline jacked up by doing something a little on the “crazy” side so that I could write about it in the paper. I’ve done aerial acrobatics in a Red Baron open-cockpit biplane - as a passenger, not a pilot. I’ve climbed into a Ply-
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mouth Roadrunner and been hammered again and again and again while competing in a demolition derby. I’ve even worn a skirt and high heels while taking the stage as “Bobby Sue Buttercup” in a womanless beauty pageant. And no, I did not win.
Of all the adventures, however, none is more memorable, or thrilling, or dangerous, as the time I threw caution to the wind and climbed on the back of a 1,500-pound bull to raise money for the Special Olympics. It was during the summer of 1994 at the Robeson County Fair-
ground. I don’t need to tell you that was one heck of a joy ride.
I was sitting at my desk at the Sports Department when I overheard a gentleman from the Southern Ranch Cowboy Association talking to an advertising rep about taking out an ad for an upcoming show at the fairgrounds. I introduced myself and collected the information I needed for an article.
I then told him I thought it would be fun to promote the show by doing a firstperson story on what it would be like to perform in a rodeo. I asked if it was possible that I could be a clown. His response left me in shock.
“Being a rodeo clown is a lot more dangerous that you think, but how would you like to ride a bull?”
I’m pretty sure my ini-
Convenience and conviction
I often hear people saying they know God has their back. They are certain He is blessing them and He is on their side. Then, next thing you know, you see them engaging in conversation or activities that are contrary to a dedicated believer.
Trust me when I say that I am in no way judging individuals, but in Matthew 7:20, it declares, “Wherefore by their fruits ye shall know them.” In other words, we can’t judge but we can definitely fruit inspect. Please tell me how can we live contrary to the instructions that are given to us by our Creator and expect Him to continually bless us?
That’s like committing a premeditated crime and then believing God won’t allow you any recompense because you know He’s good.
We make His grace a convenience for us when His precious Son gave His life for our redemption. How dare we dilute the redeeming power of His sacrifice for our filthy sin that separates us
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from a willful life of obedience to Him?
Yes it’s true “that ye may be the children of your Father which is in heaven: for He maketh his sun to rise on the evil and on the good, and sendeth rain on the just and on the unjust. ” The Most High loves us all and will take care of us, but Psalm 84:11 says, “For the Lord God is a sun and shield: the Lord will give grace and glory: no good thing will he withhold from them that walk uprightly.” He will continually bless those who consciously and purposely walk in righteousness and integrity.
There must be a conviction in your heart and spirit to understand that, yes, He loves us all, but He does not just throw out blessings to those who have not surrendered to His will.
Remember that Satan is the god of this world, according to 2 Corinthians 4:4. He has the ability to “bless” with material things as well, but he cannot give good spiritual gifts to God’s beloved. I would much rather wait and receive my blessings through my righteousness in Christ rather than walking outside of God’s will and receive the things of this world and miss heaven and eternity with The Most High and all those that have gone on before me.
The convenience of claiming the blessings of God and not committing your life to Him will one day cost more than you will be willing to pay. Satan does not play fair. He never has and he never will. Allow the Holy Spirit to convict you of any wrongdoing and repent. Then you will receive all that God has in store for you.
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tial reaction was, “What? Are you crazy?”
He then explained that other inexperienced people had ridden a bull in an effort to raise money for a local non-profit. He assured me they would make every effort ensure my safety, but that I would still need to sign a waiver to release them from any and all liability in the event the bull decided to use me as a pin cushion.
The idea of doing something that insane had stoked. I also served on the board of directors for the Robeson County Special Olympics and this would be a grand opportunity to raise some money.
I told him I was all-in. I had two weeks to prepare.
I began searching for a local bull rider who could give a few pointers on what to do and what not to do. I found a fellow in the small town of Orrum, N.C. He laughed and told me he’d be happy to oblige. I think his name was Billy.
I made three trips to Orrum, each time spending about an hour riding a horse bareback. I held on by way of a bull rope around the horse’s midsection. My instructor informed me that I could either wrap the bull rope around my hand so that it would slip off easily if I were thrown from the bull,
or I could use what he called a “suicide knot,” which would not release if I was bucked off. The choice to not use the “suicide knot” was not hard at all.
I actually felt comfortable and confident the night of the rodeo. Not as scary as it seems, I thought. Then I saw the bull. He was a big fella, and I mean B-I-G. His name was Mickey Mouse. He was beige in color. One of his horns appeared to have been sawed off. The other was curved, about a foot long, and had a sharp point. He looked menacing. So much for the confidence and courage.
When the time came for my ride, I gathered all my courage and cowboyed up. I climbed over the back of the gate and straddled the steer’s back. Three or four guys tried to hold him still, but with no luck.
“You good?’ my instructor asked.
“Let’s do this,” I answered.
The next few moments are pretty much a blur. What I can tell you is that once the gate opened, Mickey Mouse came out bucking. Rather than heading straight for the center of the arena, he decided to make a quick right turn. As he bucked, his enor-
mous hindparts shifted to the left. I went right and held on for dear life. The next thing I remember is flying through the air and landing with a thud and a cloud of dust. Did I worry if I was hurt? Did I check to see if I was bleeding? No and no. I was up off the ground and running for the fence quicker than you can say John Wayne.
People have told me the flip I did off the back of the bull was rather impressive. I’ll have to take their word for it.
The ride lasted 1.8 seconds. That’s it. If you’re laughing, remember that’s 1.8 seconds longer than you’ve ever ridden a bulland I did raise close to $700 for the Special Olympics.
There is a framed picture of me riding Mickey Mouse hanging on the wall in my home office. My black cowboy hat is pulled on tight. I have one hand in a tight grip around the bull rope and the other flailing high in the air. I actually look like a real cowboy.
I’m indebted to photographer Steve Humbert for being quick enough to capture my big moment for posterity. That’s 1.8 seconds I’ll certainly hang on to forever.
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Holiday. It focuses on the Civil Rights Movement from the 1940s-late 1960s, discussing themes such as education, voter registration, segregation, protests, economic rights, and the Black Power movement.
“Justice For All: South Carolina and the American Civil Rights Movement” will be at the Hartsville Museum through March 31. Museum hours are Monday through Friday, 10 a.m. to 4 p.m., and the second and third Saturdays of the month from 10 a.m. to 2 p.m.
The traveling exhibit, “Justice for All: South Carolina and the American Civil Rights Movement,” is currently on display at the
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exhibit opened on Jan. 16, which was observed as the Martin Luther King Jr. National
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Divorce Care at Kelleytown Baptist
Kelleytown Baptist Church
is hosting a Divorce Care Weekly Group on Wednesdays at 5:45 p.m. beginning February 1. Meals are available for a small fee starting at 5 p.m. for $5 per person. This is a 13-week group, video-driven seminar that utilizes group discussion, the Bible and a personal workbook for $20 that can be purchased when you register at divorcecare.org.
You are welcome to begin attending at any point during the 13-week cycle. Each session is stand alone, so attend one or all of the sessions. For more information call the church office at 843-332-8092, Phyllis Yarborough at 843-3072453 or Jeff Jordan at 843307-9607. Kelleytown Baptist is at 2609 Kelleytown Road, Hartsville.
Centenary United Methodist Church schedule
Centenary United Methodist Church welcomes everyone for worship each Sunday morning at 10:15 a.m. The church also holds a midweek Bible study on Wednesdays at 5 p.m. and on Zoom. For information, contact the church secretary at (843) 332-5771. Centenary United Methodist Church is located at 830 South Sixth St.
Services at Beauford Baptist Church in McBee
Are you interested in awesome music and singing with dynamic preaching?
Visit us at Beauford Baptist Church in McBee, 18182 Highway 151. Worship is at 11 a.m. every Sunday. Sunday school at 10 a.m. Bible Study every first and third Wednesday at 6:30 p.m. Gospel singings are held every third Saturday in January, May and September. Come join us and be blessed. Pastor Tim Williams. For information, call (843) 672-8103.
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Clyde Church of God schedule
Clyde Church of God, 1736 Catawba Springs Dr., Hartsville. Sunday School begins at 10 a.m., Worship at 10:45 a.m. Sunday evening service at 6 p.m. Wednesday night service at 7 p.m. Classes available for all ages.
Bishop Daniel Eli Poston. For more information, call 843-857-0010 or 843687-3471.
Prospect United Methodist schedule
Come worship with us for Sunday School 10 a.m.11 a.m. Sunday morning worship service 11 a.m.12 p.m. with children’'s sermon during worship service. Everyone is welcome. Prospect United Methodist is at 740 Prospect Church Road, Hartsville. Pastor is Rev. Cindy Rumsey. 864-3862765.
Bethlehem United Methodist Church schedule
Come worship with us Sunday mornings at 9 a.m.-10 a.m. Sunday School is 10 a.m.-11 a.m. with children's sermon during worship service. Everyone is welcome.
Bethlehem United Methodist Church is at 2240 Bethlehem Road, Hartsville (Byrdtown).
Pastor Rev. Cindy Rumsey, 864-386-2765.
‘I Believe in You Ministry’
Do you want to worship the Lord Jesus Christ from the comfort of your home? “I Believe in You Ministry” welcomes you to join us on Zoom. Interactive Bible Study Mondays at 7p.m. Service of Revelation Thursdays at 7 p.m. The Zoom meeting ID is 206-734-7767. The passcode is 6HYe28. For more information, email Pastor Empress Ketoya Monero at ladyladylady1@yahoo.com, or call (843) 957-7970.
Praise Temple schedule
Praise Temple would like to welcome you to their services on Sunday at 10 a.m. and worship at 11 a.m. Thursday night prayer meeting will begin at 7 p.m. Pastor Ricky Dutton and members welcome all.
Bethel United Methodist Church schedule
Bethel United Methodist Church invites everyone to Sunday morning worship at 9:30 a.m. and Sunday school at 10:45 a.m. Rev. Daniel Sonny Hall.
Services at South Hartsville Baptist
Pastor Trey Watkins and the congregation of South Hartsville Baptist Church would like to invite you to worship with them. Sunday School begins at 10 a.m. Worship service begins at 11. There is a Bible study on Sunday evening at 6 p.m. A meal is served Wednesday evening at 6:30 p.m. with prayer meeting for adults and Bible study at 7 p.m. for youth and children. SHBC is located at 205 E. Bobo Newsome Hwy.
Hartsville Church of God schedule
Pastor Patrick Dye and the congregation of the Hartsville Church of God, located at 704 Lakeview Blvd., would like to invite you to one of their services: Sunday school begins at 10 a.m., morning worship begins at 10:45 a.m., and Wednesday night at 7 p.m. For more information call 843383-4697. They look forward to seeing you!
Faith Baptist Church schedule
Faith Baptist Church, 2316 Faith Road, off Hwy. 151 towards Darlington, invites you to join them for Sunday School at 10 a.m., morning worship at 11 a.m. and Sunday night service at 6 p.m. Wednesday night at 6 p.m. The 1st Wednesday of each month they have “Family night.” There will be food and fellowship and their WMU & Brotherhood meetings. They welcome anyone who would like to come join.
New Market United Methodist Church schedule
New Market United Methodist Church, 1909 W. Old Camden Road, Hartsville, would like to invite everyone to join them in services each week. Sunday school begins at 10 a.m. and worship service will follow at 11 a.m.
Greenhill Church of God of Prophecy schedule
Greenhill Church of God of Prophecy, 3945 Middendorf Rd., Hartsville, invites everyone to their services. Sunday School begins at 10 a.m. followed by worship at 11 a.m. Sunday night youth begins at 5 p.m. and the Sunday night worship service begins at 6 p.m. Wednesday night service begins at 7 p.m. Rev. Jerry Gainey is pastor.
Praise The Lord Ministries schedule
Pastor Randy Freeman and the congregation of Praise The Lord Ministries, 824 West Old Camden Road, would like to invite you to attend services each week. Sunday school is at 10 a.m. Worship service is at 11 a.m. Sunday night service is at 6 p.m. Wednesday night service is at 7 p.m. Come worship and enjoy the blessings of the Lord. For more information please call 843-861-3581.
Middendorf Church of The Living God schedule
Middendorf Church of the Living God, 2042 Bullard Ford Road, Hartsville would like to invite you to come worship with them. Service times are Sunday 10:30 a.m. and Tuesday night 6:30 p.m. Pastor Burke Hoffman invites everyone to come worship.
Eastside Holiness Church schedule
Eastside Holiness Church and Pastor Trae Smoak would like to invite you to their weekly services. Sunday school is at 10 a.m. with a worship service following at 11 a.m. Sunday night worship begins at 6 p.m. Wednesday night services are at 7 p.m. The church is located at 201 S. McFarland Street. Come join them in worship!
Hartsville Advent Christian services
Hartsville Advent Christian, 533 W. Carolina Avenue, Hartsville will be open on Sunday for 11 a.m. services indoors. Face masks are required and social distancing will be adhered to.
International House of Prayer schedule
International House of Prayer for all People invites everyone to their services. Pastor is Prophetess Wanda Gibson. Bible study and intercessory prayer will be on Tuesday at 7 p.m. and Kingdom worship will be on Sunday at 11 a.m. The church is located at 1517 Bobo Newsom Hwy. Come and experience the glory. 843-287- 2404.
Household of Faith Church #3 schedule
Household of Faith Church #3, 720 Hudson Street, Hartsville, invites you to join them for any of their services as follows: Sundays at 7 p.m., Bible study on Tuesdays at 7 p.m., Sabbath services on Fridays at 8 p.m., and Saturdays at 10:30 a.m. and 4 p.m.
True Foundation
Christ Tabernacle Church schedule
True Foundation Tabernacle Church would like to invite you to their weekly worship services. Sunday school is held at 10 a.m. on Sundays and worship service follows at 11 a.m.
Services at First Pentecostal Holiness Church
Services at First Pentecostal Holiness Church, 512 Swift Creek Road, are: Sunday 10:30 a.m. worship and children’s church; Sunday 6 p.m. worship service; Wednesday 7 p.m. Bible study and all children classes. Pastor Alvin Rogers and the congregation invite you to come worship and fellowship with us. 843332-6987.
Awana at Gum Branch Baptist Church
Awana at Gum Branch Baptist Church! Wednesday nights from 6:30-7:50 with a light meal for kids from 6-6:30. For children and youth 2 years old-6th grade. Come join us for fun and worship!
Freedom Outreach Ministries
Come join Dr. LM Mungo for his morning service from 9:30 a.m.-11 a.m. at Marilyn’s Kitchen, 424 S. Sixth St. Wednesday weekly Bible study will begin at 6 p.m. Doors open to everyone. For more information, call Dr. LM Mungo at 843-3097913.
The Gathering Place Church of the Nazarene schedule
The Gathering Place Church of the Nazarene, located at 1909 West Bobo Newsom Hwy. invites everyone to their services. Sunday school starts at 9:30 a.m. followed by worship service at 10:30 a.m. Wednesday night Bible study is at 7 p.m. Everyone is welcome! If you cannot join us in person, join us online on Facebook Sunday mornings. Our pastor is Tom McCrea. For more information contact him at 704-677-3814.
House of Prayer schedule
Pastor Billy L. Melton and the congregation of House of Prayer Holiness Church wish to invite you to attend services each week. Wednesday night services begin at 7 p.m. Sunday School is at 10 a.m. Morning worship starts at 11 a.m. and Sunday night worship service will begin at 6 p.m. The church is located at Creekside Drive off Swiftcreek Road. For more information contact Brother Melton at 3329479 or check them out on Facebook.
Pine Ridge Holiness Church schedule
Pine Ridge Holiness Church, 3524 W. Bobo Newsom Hwy., would like to invite everyone to come join them in services each week. Sunday School will begin at 10 a.m. and worship service will follow starting at 11 a.m. Sunday night service will begin at 6 p.m. and Wednesday night service at 7 p.m. They look forward to seeing you there!
Services at Gum Branch Baptist Church
Gum Branch Baptist Church, 1504 Clyde Road, Hartsville is blessed to be a blessing. Sunday School 9:30, Sunday worship 10:30, Wednesday Bible study and prayer 6 p.m. Y’all come and be blessed.
St. Bartholomew’s Church Alzheimer Support Group
St. Bartholomew’s Church, 103 Campus Dr., invites you to the community’s monthly support group for Alzheimer caregivers the first Tuesday of each month at 10 a.m. For questions, please call 843-332-8765 or email stbartchurch@gmail.com.
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Carolina Pines Regional Medical Center Cardiopulmonary Services has been granted a three-year term of accreditation by the Intersocietal Accreditation Commission in echocardiography in the area of adult stress, adult transesophageal, and adult transthoracic.
This latest accreditation demonstrates the facility’s ongoing commitment to providing quality patient care in echocardiography.
“This reaccreditation affirms that our skilled clinicians meet the IAC’s standards for precise medical imaging essential to identifying heart disease so that it can be properly treated,” said of Carolina Pines CEO Bill Little. “It validates the hard work and commitment of our team members to apply best practices in patient care, an aspiration shared across all service lines at our hospital.”
Accreditation by the IAC means that Carolina Pines Regional Medical Center Cardiopulmonary Services has undergone
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Pet of the Week
What a stunning gentle giant! Our silver jacketed and very leggy boy CASH is turning all the heads with his amazing good looks. Combine his looks with his sweet, calm, chill outlook on life and you have one amazing pet! Cash has done well in meeting other dogs but if given his druthers, likely he might prefer to be your one and only. Tipping the scales at a lanky 65 lbs., he’s a bit underweight and could sure benefit from some good ol’ home cooking. Do you cook? Do you love larger dogs? If so, Cash could be the perfect pet for you. Cash is a 2-year-old bully mix.
If you are interested in adding a new friend to your home, please fill out our online application at DarlingtonHumane.org and one of our adoption coordinators will be in touch. You can call the shelter at 843-398-4402 to schedule an appointment to reclaim lost pets, schedule a meet and greet once approved, or to turn in pets. We are located at 1705 Adoption Way, Darlington.
commitment to quality patient care in echocardiography. Comprised of a detailed self-evaluation followed by a thorough review by a panel of medical experts, the IAC accreditation process enables both the critical operational and technical components of the applicant facility to be assessed, including representative case studies and their corresponding final reports.
“Our Cardiopulmonary Services team at CPRMC is driven to deliver the best patient outcomes, and a first step in achieving success with heart disease is an accurate diagnosis,” said Dr. Mark Stellingworth, cardiologist and chief of Staff at CPRMC. “Being accredited in echocardiography is an affirmation that our diagnostic practices align with those deemed most appropriate by the industry.”
Echocardiography is used to assess different areas of the heart and can detect heart disease or signs of serious conditions. According to the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention, heart disease is the leading cause of death for men, women, and people of most racial and ethnic groups in the United
States. On average, one American dies every 34 seconds of cardiovascu-
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SQUAD PERSON OF THE YEAR
The Hartsville Rescue Squad recently presented its 2022 Squad Person of the Year Award to Chris Bendenbaugh. The award is voted on by the membership and goes to the member who goes above and beyond. “He works hard to maintain our building and equipment and spends most of his days off doing so,” said Hartsville Rescue Squad Chief Nita Coleman. Shown above are Bedenbaugh, right, and Coleman.
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Hartsville Evening Lions Club
Hartsville Lions Club now has a Hartsville Evening Lions Club branch that meets every second and fourth Tuesday at 5:30 p.m. at the Hartsville Chamber room on 5th Street in the Center Theater. New members welcomed. We are here to serve our community. We are non-profit.
COVID vaccines at Carolina Pines Walk-In Clinic
To schedule a COVID-19 vaccine at Carolina Pines Medical Group Walk-In Clinic, please visit cprmc.com/covid19
Alcoholics Anonymous
Alcoholics Anonymous will have meetings daily at 310 S. McFarland St. For more information, call 843-307-8565 or 803528-4131.
Alzheimer Caregiver’s Support Group
Alzheimer Caregiver’s Support Group meeting will be held the first Tuesday of each month at St. Bartholomew’s Church, located at 103 Campus Drive, Hartsville. The meeting will begin at 10 a.m. For questions, please call 843-332-8765 or email stbartchurch@ gmail.com.
Girl Scout meetings
What did you do today?
Become a girl scout and join the fun! Create. Make friends. Camp. Sing. Explore new places. Try new things! Become a leader. Make a difference! Girl scout meetings are the second and fourth Sunday from 3-5 p.m. Troop 029 at St. Luke United Methodist Church, 302 Dunlap Dr., Hartsville. Troop Leader is Ms. Ann Boone, 843-858-7821. Girls grades, K5-12th.
Hartsville Fire Department
Hartsville Fire Department now has stickers you can put on your door or window at home to inform the fire department there is a pet in your home. You can come by Hartsville Fire Department at 111 S. 7th St. to pick one up.
Hartsville Memorial Library
The Hartsville Memorial Library, 147 W. College Ave., has a variety of events for children and adults. Find their monthly calendar and learn more at darlington-lib.org or by calling 843-332-5115.
Brain Injury Support Group
The Hartsville Brain Injury Support Group meets the second Tuesday of each month at the Hartsville Memorial Library. For more information call Danny Weaver at 843861-5413 or Monroe White at 843-615-5378.
American Legion Post 53
American Legion Post 53 invites all veterans to come join us and enjoy a meal on the third Tuesday of each month at 6:30 p.m. For more information call Post Commander John Benjamin at 843409-0897 or Larry Stegner at 843-621-8189.
Hartsville Toastmasters meetings
The Hartsville Toastmasters meet every second and fourth Monday at 7 p.m. at the Hartsville Chamber on 5th Street, located by the Center Theater. Toastmasters International is a nonprofit club specializing in the improvement of leadership and speaking skills in a controlled, constructive setting. Guests are welcome and admission is free. If you have any further questions contact Ray Schnell at 309-0705 or email hartsvilletoastmasters@hotmail.com
Disabilities and Special Needs Board monthly meeting
The Board of Directors for Darlington County Disabilities and Special Needs Board meet on the last Tuesday of each month (except December) at 2 p.m. Due to Covid protocol, meetings are occurring by conference call until further notice. For conference call information, please contact Carrie Chenard at cchenard@dcdsnb.org or by phone at 843-332-7252 ext. 1101. The meeting dates for 2023 are: January 31, February 28, March 28, April 25, May 30, June 27, July 25, August 29, September 26, October 31, November 28.
Good News Club
Good News Club is an after-school Bible club held after school for about one hour one day a week filled with songs, games, snacks, and a Bible story at various elementary schools in the area: Carolina Elementary, North Hartsville
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Page 6 Say you saw it in The Journal Wednesday, January 25, 2023 LEGALS NOTICE TO CREDITORS OF ESTATES All persons having claims against the following estates MUST file their claims on FORM #371ES with the Probate Court of DARLINGTON County, the address of which is 1 PUBLIC SQUARE DARLINGTON, SC 29532. within eight (8) months after the date of the first publication of this Notice to Creditors or within one (1) year from date of death, whichever is earlier (SCPC 62-3-801, et seq.), or such persons shall be forever barred as to their claims. All claims are required to be presented in written statements on the prescribed form (FORM #371ES) indicating the name and address of the claimant, the basis of the claim, the amount claimed, the date when the claim will become due, the nature of any uncertainty as to the claim, and a description of any security as to the claim. Estate: PERRY SAMUEL MCLEOD Date of Death: 04/09/2022 Case Number: 2023ES1600608 Personal Representative: SAMANTHA LEE RAILEY Address: 128 ROBIINHOOD RD HARTSVILLE, SC 29550 (1/25, 2/1/, 2/8/2023) NOTICE TO CREDITORS OF ESTATES All persons having claims against the following estates MUST file their claims on FORM #371ES with the Probate Court of DARLINGTON County, the address of which is
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