Ashley Nicole Cromer, 39, of Gaffney, has pleaded guilty to conspiring to distribute 500 grams or more of methamphetamine and a quantity of fentanyl. Evidence before the court established that in the fall of 2023, Cromer conspired with Jonathan Willingham, another man charged in this conspiracy, to distribute methamphetamine and fentanyl. Specifically, on Oct. 27, 2023, law enforcement conducted surveillance […]
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SPIRIT AWARD
Luther Vaughan Elementary won the Spirit Award after the students and staff were decked out Friday for a parade of athletes to start the annual Area 12 Special Olympics involving schools in Cherokee and Spartanburg counties. County students and the Disabilities and Special Needs Board competed in running, jumping and throwing events where everyone was a champion.
Fullerton Foundation commits $1 Million to Limestone’s campaign
In a powerful show of support for Limestone University and its enduring impact on the community, the Fullerton Foundation has made a $1 million commitment to the University’s “Together for Limestone” campaign. Limestone University hopes that the generous contribution will inspire others to immediately give, recognizing the trust and belief the Fullerton Foundation has placed in the University’s mission. The […]
GET TO KNOW … ERIKA DREW TOWERY
Occupation – Advertising Account Representative at The Gaffney Ledger Hometown – Gaffney, SC Family- Husband – Eric Towery, Sons- Gabriel and Brody, Daughters- Charlotte and Veronica Education – Gaffney High Graduate, current student at SCC Favorite Book – The Stand – Stephen King Favorite Movie – Goodfellas Favorite Song – “Bell Bottom Blues” – Derek and the Dominos Favorite Entertainer […]
GRIDIRON GREATS
Sports fans got a special treat Tuesday when Gamecocks football legend Brandon Bennett and Toby Cates and former Clemson quarterback Woodrow Dantzler participated in live interviews taped at the historic Capri Theater for “ProFiles” with Jason Patterson. A story is coming in next week’s Ledger. (SCOTT POWELL photo)
‘Together for Limestone’ campaign launched to preserve university’s mission amid urgent need
Limestone University has officially launched the public phase of its “Together for Limestone” fundraising campaign – an urgent and essential effort to secure immediate, unrestricted financial support to keep the institution’s nearly 180-year mission alive. Following last week’s announcement about Limestone’s critical financial challenges, the University is now turning to its broader community with an urgent plea for help. The […]
WHAT LED TO THIS CRISIS?
FREEA dramatic decrease in revenue from tuition apparently played a major role in Limestone University’s current financial condition. That, and no significant reduction in expenses. In 2016, student enrollment was 1,225, according to information supplied to The Ledger by the school. The tuition revenue was $32,529,042, which led to a budget surplus of $1,220,696. Expenses that year totaled $51.6 million. […]
Contract awarded
It’s now official: The city’s Carolina Rising project has a low bidder. Sossamon Construction submitted the low bid of $3,175,217 for the project formerly known as the Revolutionary War Discovery Center. Lyles Construction was the only other bidder at $3.79 million. The city had to wait 14 days for a protest period and EDA approval for all the documents before […]
“Together for Limestone” campaign launched to preserve University’s mission amid urgent need
FREELimestone University has officially launched the public phase of its “Together for Limestone” fundraising campaign – an urgent and essential effort to secure immediate, unrestricted financial support to keep the institution’s nearly 180-year mission alive. Following last week’s announcement about Limestone’s critical financial challenges, the University is now turning to its broader community with an urgent plea for help. The […]
THERE’S HOPE
Possible funding source surfacesThere’s still time to save Limestone University. After meeting Tuesday to discuss its future, the Limestone Board of Trustees announced a possible funding source has surfaced to allow the 179-year-old university to keep the campus open and online classes. The news has led Limestone trustees to delay a decision and meet again no later than April 29 once more information […]
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