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Aggie and Wade Arnette of Moncks Corner celebrate 53 years on July 21. The Arnettes were married July 21, 1957 in Dillon County at Piney Grove Baptist Church. full story

Orvin, Rodgers wed

Codi Lee Orvin of Pinopolis and Caleb Paul Rodgers of St. Stephen were married on June 19, 2010 at Summerall Chapel, at The Citadel in Charleston. The Rev. Kristin Wildrich and Dr. Samuel Cooper performed the 6 p.m. ceremony. A reception was held at The Cotton Dock at Boone Hall Plantation. Tony Dunlap was soloist, and Celeste Griffith was violinist.The bride is the daughter of Mr. and Mrs. Clair T. Orvin of Pinopolis; and the granddaughter of the late Cmdr. and Mrs. Gerald Davis, all of Pinopol ... full story

Gant, Gunter to wed

Floyd and Renee Gant announce the engagement of their daughter, Shana Gant of Moncks Corner, to Duran Gunter of Eastover.Miss Gant is a 2006 graduate of Francis Marion University, where she earned a BS degree in Biology. She is employed by G1 Mechanical Inc.Mr. Gunter is the son of Richard Gunter Sr. and the late Gayle Gunter. He is a 2007 graduate of South Carolina State University, where he earned a BS degree in Industrial Engineering Technology. He is employed by G1 Mechanical Inc.The wedding ... full story

White, Creech wedding plans announced

Mr. and Mrs. John Allen White of Spartanburg, South Carolina are proud to announce the engagement of their daughter Ashley Kitchens White of Columbia, South Carolina to Andrew Wade Creech of Rock Hill, South Carolina. He is the son of Honorable and Mrs. Wayne Morris Creech of Moncks Corner, South Carolina.The bride is a graduate of Dorman High School, Elon University and the University of South Carolina School of Law. She is employed by Nelson Mullins Riley & Scarborough, LLP in Columbia, SC ... full story

Hamer, Hensarling to wed

John and Lisa Hamer announce the engagement of their daughter, Anna Marie Hamer of Moncks Corner, to James Scott Hensarling of Moncks Corner.Mr. Hensarling is the son of James and Cindy Hensarling of Moncks Corner.Miss Hamer is a 2003 graduate of Berkeley High School, and is employed with Delta Pharmacy and Medical Supply. Mr. Hensarling is a 1999 graduate of Berkeley High School, and is employed with Alcoa Aluminum.The wedding will take place at 3 p.m. on Dec. 11, at Moncks Corner United Method ... full story

Frank, Orvin

Michael and Mary Kay Frank of Goose Creek are proud to announce the engagement of their daughter, Laura Lynn Frank, to Herbert Tyler Orvin of Macedonia. Orvin is the son of Karen B. Orvin of Macedonia and the late Dr. Herbert H. Orvin.The bride-elect is a graduate of Northwood Academy and is employed by South Carolina Federal Credit Union in Moncks Corner.The groom-elect is a graduate of Timberland High School and is employed by Santee Cooper in Moncks Corner.Miss Frank is the granddaughter of W ... full story

Donnelly, Rogers united in marriage

Christin Elizabeth Donnelly, of Summerville, South Carolina was married to Edwin Wilson Rogers III of James Island, South Carolina, on March 20, 2010.The wedding was held at at Northwood Baptist Church in North Charleston and was officiated by Dr. Chester “Sonny” Holmes.The bride is the daughter of Mr. and Mrs. Chris F. Donnelly, Summerville, South Carolina. The bride was given in marriage by her father.The groom is the son of Mr. and Mrs. Michael Miller of Goose Creek, South Carolina and Mr. an ... full story

Baker, Houghton wed

Elizabeth Ashton Baker and Scott Evan Houghton of Goose Creek were married on March 20, 2010 at Second Presbyterian Church in Charleston. The Rev. Cress Darwin officiated.The bride is the daughter of Mrs. Deborah Goldman Baker and Mr. Billy Graham Baker. She is the granddaughter of Mr. Harvey Allen Goldman and the late Mrs. Martha Elizabeth Goldman of Goose Creek, and the late Mrs. Mary Katherine Smith of Goose Creek, and the late Mr. Edward Gilliam Baker of Manning.The groom is the son of Mrs. ... full story

Frank, Orvin

Jones-Ford family welcomes son

Elizabeth M. Jones and Tony Ford of Moncks Corner are proud to announce the birth of their son, Hayden Anthony Ford, born Feb. 15, 2010 at 2:09 p.m. at Summerville Medical Center. Hayden weighed 8 pounds, 6 ounces and was 21 and 1/2 inches long. full story

Knowlton, Whitlock plan April wedding

Vince and Kay Knowlton of Moncks Corner, announce the engagement of their daughter, Miranda Renee Knowlton, to Charles Edward Whitlock, son of Bruce and Alice Whitlock, of Macedonia. Miss Knowlton is a graduate of Timberland High School and Trident Technical College. She is employed as a Dental Assistant with Kunkle, Kunkle, & Powell, PA. Mr. Whitlock is a graduate of Timberland High School and Trident Technical College. He is employed with AKSA-Bushy Park. The wedding is planned ... full story

Crocker, Dangerfield announce wedding plans

David Crocker of Summerville, S.C. and Kimberly Crocker of Omaha, Neb. are proud to announce the engagement of their daughter Lyndsey Ranelle Crocker of Summerville, to Larry Brandon Dangerfield of Moncks Corner, S.C. Dangerfield is the son of Peggy and Paul Winge Moncks Corner, S.C. and Rick and Jenny Dangerfield of Hanahan, S.C.The wedding is planned for March 6, 2010 at Boone Hill United Methodist Church in Summerville.The Bride-to-Be is a graduate of Bellevue West High School in Omaha, Neb. ... full story

McKnights announce birth of daughter

Chris and Tonya McKnight of Moncks Corner have announced the birth of a daughter. Lily Grace McKnight was born Oct. 14, 2009 at Roper Hospital. She weighed 8.1 lbs. and was 20 inches long. Her proud big sister is Lauren McKnight. full story

Barnes, McDowell exchange vows

Jemore’ Kirsten Barnes of Columbia, the daughter of Mr. and Mrs. Jerome Barnes of Pineville, and James Mikael-Iakee McDowell of Charlotte, N.C., the son of Ms. Casandra Mack of Raleigh, were married on Aug. 1, 2009, at the Day Dawn Baptist Church in Pineville.The 2 p.m. ceremony was performed by the Rev. Joshua Prioleau. A reception followed at the Great Hall of the St. Stephen Elementary School. The bride wore a white satin pick-up ball gown, with a cuff neckline, which trailed down the b ... full story

Risher, Hill to wed

Mr. and Mrs. Glenn Risher of Harleyville, SC, announce the engagement of their daughter, Kristy Lynn Risher of Harleyville, to Dennis Jay Hill (DJ) of Lebanon, SC, the son of Mr. and Mrs. Tal Hill of Lebanon.The bride-to-be is a 2002 graduate of Holly Hill Academy and earned an Associate Degree in Business from Trident Technical College. She is currently employed by Carolina Landfill in Dorchester. Miss Risher is the granddaughter of the Late Mr. and Mrs. Derrick Risher Sr., and the late Mr. and ... full story

Happy Anniversary to William David Jefferson and Lucy Lloyd Jefferson

William David Jefferson and Lucy Lloyd Jefferson from the Old Field section of St. Stephen will celebrate their 65th wedding anniversary on Nov. 12. Their children and grandchildren will give them a wedding dedication service and reception on Saturday, at Day Dawn Baptist Community Center in Pineville at 3 p.m. The Jeffersons were married on Nov. 12, 1944 in Pineville. They were founding members of Calvary R.E. Church in St. Stephen, and have 10 children, 18 grandchildren, and 31 great-grandchil ... full story

Orvin, Rodgers to wed

Mr. and Mrs. Clair Orvin of Pinopolis announce the engagement of their daughter, Codi Lee Orvin of Pinopolis, to Caleb Paul Rodgers of St. Stephen, son of Dr. and Mrs. David Rodgers of St. Stephen.Miss Orvin is the granddaughter of the late Cdr. Gerald and Doris Davis of Pinopolis, and St. Clair Orvin and the late Gladys Niederhof of Moncks Corner. She is a graduate of St. John’s Christian Academy, and earned a B.A. in psychology from Columbia College.Mr. Rodgers is the grandson of Elaine Schmid ... full story

Shank, Griffin to wed

Bill and Paula (Fultz) Shank of Macedonia announce the engagement of their daughter, Dawn Marie Shank of Macedonia, to Clemond (Clint) Ray Griffin II of Moncks Corner.The bride-elect graduated from Timberland High School and is currently a photography student. The groom is the son of Clemmon and Mary (Chism) Griffin of Moncks Corner. He is a graduate of Berkeley High School.The wedding will take place in September 2010. full story

Murphy, Glass exchange vows

Morgan Ashlee Murphy of Moncks Corner and Robert Aldworth Glass III of Lexington were married on June 20, 2009, at First Christian Church in Moncks Corner. The 4 p.m. ceremony was performed by the Rev. Larry Bradberry. A reception followed at the Fraternal Order of Police Building in Moncks Corner with entertainment provided by Permanent Vacation.The bride is the daughter of Mike and Pam Murphy of Moncks Corner. She is the granddaughter of Mrs. Elizabeth Murphy and the late Mr. Adam ... full story

Crawford, Wagner wed June 6

Rachel LeAnn Crawford of Bonneau and Adam Murray Wagner of Goose Creek were married June 6, 2009. The double ring ceremony was held at Oak Grove Pentecostal Holiness Church at 5 p.m. The Rev. Charles Readling performed the ceremony. A reception followed at Somerset Point in Pinopolis.The bride, daughter of Leon and Bonnie Crawford of Bonneau, is a recent graduate of Charleston Southern University.The groom, son of Gene and Barbara Wagner of Goose Creek, and the grandson of Mrs. Jo Bounds of Conw ... full story

Bradham, Howard wed

Morgan Gwen Bradham of Cordesville and Tony Curtis Howard II of Bonneau were married at 4 p.m. on May 16 at Victory Baptist Church in Macedonia. The Rev. Chris Peagler performed the ceremony.The bride is the daughter of Bill and Tina Bradham of Cordesville, and the granddaughter of the late Gwen Wrenn Murray and the late Dempsey Wrenn. She is currently attending the College of Charleston.The groom is the son of Tony and Dale Howard of Bonneau, and the grandson of Maxine Phillips of Bonneau and M ... full story

Sweats welcome son

Joshua and Amy Sweat of Annapolis, Md. are proud to announce the birth of their son Jonah David Sweat, born on June 9, 2009. The newborn weighed in at 8 pounds and 13 ounces and was 22 and one-half inches in height.Jonah is the grandson of Jean Hunt Sweat and the late Joel David Sweat Jr. of Moncks Corner, and Bill and Janice Costello of Annapolis.He is the great-grandson of Evelyn Sweat and the late A.E. Sweat Sr., and the late E.G. and Mary Hunt, all of Summerville. full story

Kirkland, Floyd wed

Ashley Nichole Kirkland of Kingstree and Randall Shea Floyd Jr. of New Zion were married on July 11, 2009 at Pine Dale Pentecostal Holiness Church in Turbeville. The Rev. Robert Lape and the Rev. Legrande Taylor performed the 6 p.m. ceremony. A reception followed at Twin Lakes in Cades, SC.The bride is the daughter of Tommy and Anne Kirkland of Macedonia. She is the granddaughter of Ella Kirkland and the late Mr. and Mrs. Amsey Barnett of Russellville; Virginia Kirkland and the late Clifton A. ( ... full story

Cook, Mills to wed in August

Danielle Cook of Bonneau and Buck Mills of Bonneau will be married on Aug. 22, 2009 at 2 p.m. at Oakley Road Ministries. A reception will follow.The bride-elect is the daughter of Glenda Mitchum of Moncks Corner and Daniel Russ of Loris. She is a graduate of John Adams High School.The groom-elect is the son of Roy Mills of Moncks Corner. He is a graduate of Berkeley High School, and is employed at D&L Inc. full story

Ames, Watkins exchange vows

Courtney Olivia Ames of Macedonia was married to Henry Wyman Watkins of Aiken on April 18, 2009 at the Gardens of Rose Hill Estate in Aiken. The bride was given away by her father, DeLyle Ames. The Rev. Carlton S. McDaniel officiated.The bride is the daughter of DeLyle and Darlene Ames of Macedonia. The groom is the son of Herbert and Juanita Watkins of Aiken.The bride wore a full-length white chiffon gown with empire waist, beaded bodice and train.The bridesmaids, who wore long lavender chiffon ... full story

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