Fountain Inn SC – Called “The Sage of Fountain Inn” during his career, Robert Quillen was one of the most-read newspapermen of his time. Though his popularity brought fame and a modicum of fortune, he refused all offers to re-locate to big cities and their commensurate mon…
Author: The Simpsonville Sentinel
President of Fountain Inn Chamber of Commerce announces retirement
FOUNTAIN INN. S.C. –
The Fountain InnChamber of Commerce has announced that Chamber President/CEO John Hastings, Sr. will be retiring effective November 1, 2017.
Hastings started his Chamber career as a business member on behalf of his real estate company. He went on to serve as a boa…
Upstate SC Singles Group swings at there monthly Dance & Fundraiser
On Friday September 1 the Upstate SC Singles hosted a non profit dance at Simpsonville Community Bldg (behind Police Station) Curtis Street. Profits are being donated to local Wounded Warriors Chapter, FIKE (Fountain Inn Kids Enrichment Programs) and others.
Dances a…
Fork Shoals Historical Society holds quarterly meeting at Mission House
Fork Shoals Historical Society held its 2nd quarterly meeting at the Fork Shoals Mission House at 11AM. Chairperson, Jim Scott, called the meeting to order. Also in attendance were Cheryl MacKnight, Carolyn Ray, Mike Ray, Kitty Ross, Susan Jenkins, Ellen Cotton, Gloria Hughey, Gary Hughey, and Ka…
The Powdersville Garden Club celebrates 50th Anniversary
In 1967 a group of friends and neighbors from the Powdersville community met at the late Lela Kellett's house for a luncheon, and the Powdersville Garden Club was formed. The Club that started with eleven Charter members is still very active today, with a membership of over 50, and with…