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One of the grand Christmas traditions is reading the much-loved poem, “Twas the Night Before Christmas,” to our children or grandchildren. Most kids, and adults for that matter, could give two hoots about poetry, but Clement C. Moore’s verses have stood the test of time and are engrained in our minds, if not our hearts.

Thanks to Moore and his poem, we have the image of Santa that every kid in the world recognizes. It introduced us to the Jolly old elf and all of his reindeer - with one notable exception, of course. In Moore’s poem, there was no Rudolph. He would not come until years later.

Moore’s Christmas classic has an interesting history. He was a professor of

Oriental and Greek Literature, as well as Divinity and Biblical Learning, at the General Theological Seminary of the Protestant Episcopal Church, in New York City. The seminary was developed on land donated by Moore and it continues on this site at Ninth Avenue between 20th and 21st streets, in an area known as Chelsea Square.

The poem was first published on Dec. 23, 1823 in a Troy, N.Y. newspaper called The Sentinel. It was titled “A Visit From St. Nicholas,” and its author was not named. It was well received and its popularity spread during the coming years. It was reprinted by The Sentinel at Christmas each year.

for his children on Christmas Eve in 1822. Moore said he based his vision of Santa Claus on both St. Nicholas and a local Dutch handyman where he lived in New York. Legend has it that the handyman operated the sleigh that took Moore home.

Four handwritten copies of A Visit are known to exist, with three in museums and one purchased at auction by an anonymous media mogul for $280,000 in 2006.

In the spirit of the season, and with all due respect to the author, I share with you now a modern day version of Moore’s timeless tale (courtesy of www.theodysseyonline.com):

A Modern Day Visit from St. Nicholas

’Twas the night before Christmas, when all through the house

Not a creature was stirring, not even a mouse.

Crazy-patterned socks were hung by the chimney with care

Our Christmas pajamas from high school still put to good use,

It was the perfect thing to wear and look decent in photos under the Christmas spruce.

When out on the lawn there arose such a clatter,

I sprang from the bed to see what was the matter.

Off to the windows I ran like The Flash,

I ripped open the shutters and didn’t know where to find the sash.

The moon was bright, trying to be the next supermoon

Making the world look brand new like a fresh helium balloon

When, what to my wondering eyes should appear, But a miniature sleigh, and eight tiny reindeer.

With a little old driver, so lively and quick, It took me a minute (without my glasses) to realize it had to be St. Nick.

Faster than Usain Bolt running across the loft they came,

To the top of the wall!

Now dash away! Dash away! Dash away all!”

As shoppers that before Black Friday sales fly, When they meet with an obstacle, mount to the sky.

So up to the house-top up and up they flew,

With a sleigh full of toys, and St. Nicholas too.

And then, in a twinkling, I heard on the roof

The prancing of pawing of each well manicured hoof.

I flew down the stairs and ran into the living room, Down the chimney St. Nicholas came with a zoom!

He was dressed in red and white, from his head to his foot,

And his clothes were covered in ash and in soot.

A bundle of toys he had flung on his back,

And he looked like a college student, lugging around their backpack.

His eyes how they twinkled! His dimples how merry!

The stump of a pipe he held tight in his teeth, And the smell of it mingled with that of our Christmas wreath.

He had a broad face and a little round belly,

And to quote DC Talk, “that wiggled around like marmalade jelly.”

Pentatonix Christmas music played on in the back,

And he whipped and he dapped along with each track.

A nod of his head, he threw up a peace sign, Letting me know I could watch from the sideline.

He spoke not a word, but went straight to work, He filled all of our socks, then turned with a jerk.

And flipping a water bottle with such ease and such poise,

And giving a nod, he dashed up the chimney without even a noise!

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In 1837 Moore came forward and accepted credit for writing the poem. He said he initially wanted to keep his authorship secret because he was a professor and the piece wasn't considered a scholarly work. He said he wrote the poem

In hopes that St. Nicholas soon would be there.

We decided to sleep and snuggled up in our beds,

While visions of Starbucks holiday drinks danced in our heads.

And he whistled, and shouted, calling them Kardashian-esque names!

“Now, Karly! Now Kris! Now, Kendall and Kylie!

On Komet! On Kourtney! On, Konner and Kaitlin!

To the top of the porch!

He looked like he just came out of the Coca-Cola commercial, the resemblance was scary!

The beard of his chin was as white as the snow,

There’s no way “No Shave November” was something he’d know.

He sprang to his sleigh, to his team gave a holler, And away they all flew like the sky was much smaller

But I heard him exclaim, as he drove out of sight, “Merry Christmas to all, and to all a good-night!”

Contact Editor Bob Sloan at editor@florence newsjounral.com.

District to consolidate St. John’s, Rosenwald

At its December monthly board meeting, the Darlington County Board of Education voted 5-2 to move forward with the construction of a new school facility to house the consolidated schools of St. John’s Elementary School and Rosenwald Elementary/Middle School. The project is expected to be completed in

time for the 2025-26 school year.

“This is really about what is most beneficial for our children,” said Warren Jeffords, chairman of the board of education. “Education and safety are what we should be concerned with the most. “It’s not an easy decision when you are talking about merging schools and closing schools. It’s a very difficult decision. But ultimately, it’s about our children and giving them the best opportunities we can.”

Board members Leigh Anne Kelley (District 1), Warren Jeffords (District 4), Richard Brewer (District 5), Wanda Hassler (District 7), and Jamie Morphis (District 8) voted in favor of the consolidation and construction of the new school. Board members Lucas Reed (District 2) and Charles Govan (District 6) voted against the project.

The new school is part of the Darlington County School District’s 2019 Facility Plan. The facility will be built at 2308 N. Governor Williams Highway on land the school district purchased in the spring. Early costs were predicted to be approximately $30 million based on market conditions in the spring of 2022. The facility will be built with existing district funds and will not require a referendum or tax increase.

No reductions in staff are expected.

“This was a difficult decision for the board,” said Superintendent Dr. Tim Newman. “The historical significance of both Rosenwald and St. John’s speaks for itself. At the same time, we are focused on providing our students with the best educational environment possible. Merging these two schools into a newly constructed modern, technology-rich, safe, and secure building with educational spaces suited for today’s learners is what we believe is best for our students’ future. I know there may be some disappointment in both communities, but I hope everyone understands our primary commitment is to student success.”

Last year the Board of Education held several public meetings to share information about the project with the community members. In making their decision, the board considered the age of the buildings of St. John’s Elementary, which are between 100 to 200 years old, and the declining enrollment at Rosenwald Elementary/Middle School. Currently, there are only 81 students in PreK-5th grade and 46 students in grades 6-8 at Rosenwald.

Several board members

expressed a desire to find new uses and purposes for the old school buildings in the community.

“We need to make sure these buildings do not go unused,” said Lucas Reed, a board member from Society Hill.

Reed suggested the district reach out to the schools’ alumni associations and other groups to help find uses for the buildings.

“We have options available with the buildings,” he said. “But first and foremost, we’ve got to place our kids first.”

“It’s not an easy decision

to make, but I know we have spent the better part of this year doing our due diligence,” said Board Member Leigh Anne Kelley. “This board has always put kids first. And some decisions are harder than others, but the first question should be, ‘How will this impact the kids?’ The safety of the kids and the betterment of the kids always come first. There are a lot of other things involved in making the decisions - that impact the decision and that sometimes make it hard to make the decisionbut the first question always has to be about the kids.”

Baker named Firefighter of the Year

Capt. Les Baker has been named the 2022 Hartsville Fire Department Firefighter of the Year. He was presented the award during the department’s recent Christmas banquet.

The Firefighter of the Year award is presented annually to an individual who exemplifies the characteristics of a firefighter with an outstanding record of fire service achievements. Firefighter characteristics are not restricted to heroic actions, but encompass all aspects of a productive, dedicated and professional service at all levels.

Baker, who was born and raised in Society Hill, began his firefighter career in

Hartsville. After eight years in Hartsville, he moved to Charleston where he worked as a firefighter for 12 years. He returned to Hartsville earlier this year.

Bob Sloan Editor

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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

Christian Recovery meeting location

Christian Recovery is now meeting at New Providence Baptist Church, 1884 Antioch Road at the corner of North Center Road. The meeting is every Thursday at 7 p.m. All those struggling with addiction and family members are welcome. For more information, call 843992-5222 or 843-307-7193.

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 darlingtonlib.org or by calling 843-3325115.

Good News Club

Good News Club is an afterschool 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 Elementary, Thornwell School for the Arts and West Hartsville Elementary. Parents who are interested in enrolling their children in this club should contact their school for more information. Participation is voluntary and free.

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.

Alcoholics Anonymous

Alcoholics Anonymous will have meetings daily at 310 S. McFarland St. For more information, call 843-3078565 or 803-528-4131.

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 843-861-5413 or Monroe White at 843-6155378.

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 843332-8765 or email stbartchurch@gmail.com.

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 843-409-0897 or Larry Stegner at 843-621-8189.

HAPPENINGS

Let us announce your good news

The Hartsville News Journal would like to announce your good news. Send us your church or community events, weddings, engagements and birth announcements.The deadline is noon on Friday. Email editor@florencenewsjournal.com

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

Pet of the Week

Have a ball? A yard? HUNTER is waiting for you. This happy boy with his black tuxedo coat and white ticking is just as smart as he is handsome! Hunter is easy-going and polite, meeting and mingling with other dogs in the exercise yard during playtime at the shelter. What he really likes is to retrieve a ball for you, his person. A nice size of 45 lbs. allows him to be manageable for car rides to the field for playing fetch and for daily leash walking. After playtime, Hunter loads up in the car almost without prompting. This boy will be an easy addition to an active family with other dogs who enjoy the outdoors. His retrieving skills, focus, and discipline would also make him a great dog for more specific training, and possibly agility work. Hunter is a 2year old Lab.

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.

Annual Christmas program at Beauford

Baptist Church

Beauford Baptist Church, 18182 SC Highway 151 North, McBee, invites you and your family to come experience the true meaning of Christmas on Wednesday, December 21, at 6 p.m. as we present our annual Christmas program. Light refreshments afterwards and a special visitor for the kids. Rev Tim Williams is pastor.

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.

True Saints Church of God in Christ schedule

True Saints Church of God in Christ, 428 Poole Street, Elder William Rogers Sr, Pastor and Evangelist Dianne Rogers, First Lady invite everyone to come and worship with them during services. Sunday school at 10 a.m. Sunday morning worship at 11:30 a.m. Wednesday intercessory prayer at 6:30 p.m. Bible study at 7:30 p.m. Wednesday youth service at 7:30 p.m. For more information please call 843383-8866 or email truesaintscogic@ att.net.

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 332-9479 or check them out on Facebook.

Centenary United Methodist Church schedule

Centenary United Methodist Church welcomes everyone for worship each Sunday morning at 10 a.m. The church also holds a midweek Bible study on Wednesdays at 6 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.

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!

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.

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 704677-3814.

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!

Risen Christian Church International schedule

Have you given up on church but not on God? Then Risen is the place for you. Pastors Dominic and Nedra Owens invite you to worship with them on Sundays at 11 a.m. and Tuesdays at 7 p.m. They are located on 817-A S. Cashua Drive, Florence. You can visit their website at www.risencci.org. Come as you are but you won’t stay as you are!

North Hartsville Baptist Church

North Hartsville Baptist Church would like to invite you and your family to join us for our weekly services. Sunday School is at 9:45 a.m. followed by a traditional worship service at 11 a.m. Adult Bible study is at 6 p.m. on Sunday evenings and prayer service on Wednesday nights at 6:30 p.m. The church is located at 1117 Patrick Highway. You can follow us on Facebook at “North Hartsville Baptist Church.” For more information, call us at 843-332-7553 or email us at northhartsvilleb@bellsouth.net

Faith Mission Church schedule

Pastor Louise Venson and Faith Mission Church Family would like to invite you to join them in worship. Sunday school at 9:30 a.m. Worship service at 10:30 a.m. Wednesday prayer at 7 p.m. Bible study at 8 p.m. Friday night at 7:30 p.m. Everyone is welcome! The church is located at 1308 Myrtle Street, Hartsville.

IGLESIA BAUTISTA ESPERANZA

Iglesia Bautista Esperanza 307 Forest Hills Drive Hartsville SC ¿Esta cansado de iglesias donde hay siempre PLEITOS y no hay AMOR? Entonces, venga a adorar a Dios con nosotros en Espiritu y Verdad. Este Domingo a las 10 de la mañana. Una Iglesia Haciendo La Diferencia 3071314 o 307-0330 Pastor Isaac.

The Church in the Lord Jesus Christ schedule

Pastor Bishop J. C. Tisdale invites you to join them for services at The Church in the Lord Jesus Christ: Wednesday at 7:30 p.m., Friday at 7:30 p.m., Saturday at 7:30 p.m., Sunday at 11 a.m. and 7:30 p.m. Everyone welcome!

First Southern Methodist Church schedule

The First Southern Methodist Church, 820 Lakeview Blvd., Pastor Chuck Alford and congregation extend a welcome to you to attend services with them. The morning worship service is 9:30 a.m. Sunday school at 10:30 a.m. Midweek prayer and Bible study at 6 p.m. Come and fellowship with them and be blessed.

Christian Fellowship Assembly schedule

Christian Fellowship Assembly, 736 West Carolina Ave., invites everyone to attend services. Sunday morning worship at 10 a.m. and Wednesday night Bible study at 6:30 p.m.

Victory Healing Temple schedule

Victory Healing Temple House of Deliverance, Central Plaza next to Wal-Mart, invites you to fellowship with them. Bible study is held Wednesday at 7 p.m. each week. Joy night service is first, second and third Friday at 7 p.m. Sunday services 10:30 a.m. school of wisdom and regular morning service at 11 a.m. All their services are subject to change by the movement of the Holy Spirit. There is a true word of God and a blessing in store for you, so they encourage you to come and receive just what God has for you. For more information please call Evangelist Peterson at 639-2502.

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.

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.

Hartsville Advent Christian Church schedule

Hartsville Advent Christian Church located at 533 W. Carolina Ave. would like to invite you and your family to join them for Sunday school at 9:45 a.m. and worship service at 11 a.m. on Sunday mornings. Rev. Scott Davis is the pastor.

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 66:30. For children and youth 2 years old-6th grade. Come join us for fun and worship!

Centenary United Methodist Church schedule

Welcome everyone each Sunday morning at 11:14 a.m. We are located at 830 South Sixth St. in Hartsville.

We would love for. you to join us!

Christmas Tree Lighting at Pride Park

The Gospel in the Park Series Committee sponsored a Community Holiday Tree Lighting ceremony and toy giveaway at Pride Park on Saturday Dec. 10. The event was held following the Hartsville Christmas Parade. Those who came out were treated to free hot chocolate, apple cider, cookies, fruits, and other holiday goodies.

Guardian ad Litem program to host free volunteer training

The Cass Elias McCarter Guardian ad Litem Program, a division of the South Carolina Department of Children’s Advocacy, is offering free online training beginning Jan. 9 and Jan. 30, 2023, to those interested in becoming a volunteer Guardian ad Litem for abused and neglected children who are involved in family court legal proceedings through the Department of Social Services in Darlington County.

Potential volunteers should be at least 21 years old, have a clean criminal record, no previ-

ous DSS case history, and be able to contribute four to five hours a month of your time for a child. You can change a child’s story. Those interested in participating in this training are encouraged to submit a completed application by Dec. 31. Visit http://gal.sc.gov for more information and to download an application. Contact Cassandra Hilton at the Florence County Office at (803) 530-9190 to learn more about this volunteer and training opportunity.

Mt. Calvary A.M.E. Church schedule

Mt. Calvary A.M.E. Church, 1106 S. Sixth Street, Hartsville, invites everyone to worship with them: Church school is on Sunday at 9 a.m. and morning worship at 10 a.m. Mt. Calvary Prayer Line Ministry - conference number: 712-770-4700 - code: 614247 - Mondays at 8 p.m. Please call if you need prayer. Community Bible study Wednesdays at 7 p.m. Rev. Dr. Shernard Barnes is pastor.

Middendorf Church of

God schedule

Middendorf Church of God, 16839 Hartsville Ruby Road, invites you to join us for Sunday School at 10 a.m., Sunday morning worship and Kids LIGHT church at 11 a.m., Sunday evening services on the 2nd and 4th Sundays at 6 p.m. Wednesday night classes start at 7 p.m. with kids classes available. Check us out on Facebook and at www. middendorfchurchofgod.org.

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 One 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: MARY ALICE MESSINA Date of Death:10/1/2022

Case Number: 2022-ES-16-00578

Personal Representative: AMY HILE Address: 6027 HERITAGE FARM ROAD HILLARD, OH 43026 Attorney, if applicable: Charlie J. Blake, Jr.

Address: Post Office Box 1317, Florence, SC 29503 (12/21/2022, 12/28/2022, 1/4/2023)

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LAND FOR RENT

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