The Doby’s Mill Elementary School Dolphins are proud to be named a 2013 National School of Character. Dobys’ Mill Elementary is only one of 29 schools and districts in the United States to receive this award and is only one of three Palmetto State Schools to receive this national award.

 “Schools of Character are places that foster more than just academic growth—these are nurturing educational communities that support parents in their most important job—raising good kids,” said National Schools of Character Director Lara Maupin.

A Ladies Night Out event will be held May 15 at the WJB Dorn VA Medical Center here to honor Women Veterans and provide information on VA health care, benefits, and wellness activities.

South Carolinians participating in the United States Drug Enforcement Administration’s (DEA’s) sixth National Prescription Drug Take-Back event on Saturday, April 27, 2013, turned in 4,701 pounds of unwanted or expired medications for safe and proper disposal at sites set up throughout the state. This exceeded the last take back total in September, 2012, which was 3,539 pounds.