James Batchler, a pivotal figure in Cherokee County politics who brought a strong work ethic but low-key persona to county government, has died. Batchler, 85, died at a Spartanburg hospice Thursday afternoon, surrounded by his family. More...
By TIM GULLA Ledger Staff Writer tim@gaffneyledger.com
ALL THREE ARE CHARGED WITH BEING ACCESSORIES AFTER THE FACT A 23-year-old Gaffney man accused of trying to rob a city bank, and then robbing a popular truck stop just minutes later, allegedly began his Wednesday morning crime spree by taking a woman's car without permission and shoplifting the ski mask and camouflage jacket he wore during the robberies from a Wal-mart. More...
Some interesting numbers contained in today's news stories: $0 The amount of money an armed man made off with after storming into First Piedmont Federal Savings & Loan on Wednesday. 30 The number of years one could spend in prison if convicted of entering a bank with intent to steal monies. More...
Limestone College plans to build a new residential hall after setting enrollment records this fall semester. The college has 809 students attending classes this fall, according to official enrollment figures released Wednesday. This figure includes more than 300 new students. More...
Going somewhere?? Take along a copy of The Ledger, make a picture of you or your group reading the paper, then drop the photo off at The Ledger office on Floyd Baker Boulevard or e-mail to editor@gaffneyledger.com or cody@gaffneyledger.com. More...
EDGEFIELD - Elizabeth Ann Davidson, 75, of 226 W.A. Reel Drive, formerly of Gaffney, went home to be with the Lord on Tuesday, Aug. 25, 2009, at Trinity Mission Health and Rehab. Born in Cherokee County, she was the daughter of the late Adolphus Dewitt Davidson and Zeru Henson Davidson. She was of the Baptist faith. More...
Dear Editor: The pre-schoolers of Cherokee County lost a true champion on Monday night. Kathy Prevatte Kirby, pre-school coordinator for special education in our school district, was a caring and dedicated colleague and friend. She truly cared about all the pre-schoolers she served. More...
If you don't learn something new each day, you're not living at all. Though most of us will never stay awake for 24 hours at a time, it's amazing that someone can make an impact in another person's life through simply a smile, a spoken word or a simple gesture. More...
Americans tired of having their dinners interrupted by phone calls touting car warranties or vacation packages will soon get some relief. The Federal Trade Commission said Thursday it is banning many types of prerecorded telemarketing solicitations, known as robocalls. Currently, consumers must specifically join a do-not-call list to avoid them. Starting Sept. More...
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