A series of public forums seeking input on the proposed Capital Projects Sales Tax Referendum wrapped up this week, and now it's on to the next step for the CPST Commission.
After an initial public forum in Estill, forums were held in Yemassee last Thursday and Hampton on Monday. Among the many suggestions for capital projects to be funded by the penny sales tax if approved in the November General Election referendum, three major needs are standing out: recreation, a new health department, and bigger and better libraries.

VARNVILLE - Retired Hampton County Fire Chief Gene Rushing hasn't had time to enjoy his retirement yet. Since stepping down from active duty he's been too busy receiving awards and accolades earned during a lifetime of fire service to the citizens of Hampton County.
Rushing was honored yet again Saturday evening during a surprise retirement dinner at the Hampton County Recreation Department. Except this time he was completely surprised in front of all his family, friends, and colleagues.