Hartsville Post Office Employee Indicted for Theft

U.S. Attorney W. Walter Wilkins stated today that Diane T. Williams, age 38, of Lamar, was indicted for theft by a postal employee. Federal officials allege that Williams stole postal funds while working at the Hartsville Post Office from June 2007 to June 2008.

The maximum penalty Williams could receive is a fine of $250,000 and imprisonment for 10 years.

Mr. Wilkins stated that the case was investigated by agents of the U.S. Postal Service and that he has assigned the case to Assistant U.S. Attorney William E. Day, II of the Florence office for prosecution.

The U.S. Attorney stated that all charges in this Indictment are merely accusations and that all defendants are presumed innocent until and unless proven guilty.

Grand Opening in Lamar

The Greater Darlington Chamber of Commerce is pleased to announce the Grand Opening of its newest member, The Master's Touch Beauty Salon and Barber Shop o5:30 p.m. on Monday May 19.

The Master's Touch is located at 211 Main Street in Lamar, directly across from the Family Dollar Store. Owner and Manager, Denise Johnson and her business partner, Linda Toney purchased the business after operating in that location for 5 years. Johnson is also a native of Lamar and is a licensed Instructor, Cosmetologist and Barber.

Community members helped renovate the building. Johnson states that the business is also a ministry in which community members can come together to help others especially young people. The business offers an onsite Barbering and Cosmetology School with plans to branch off and establish a public school in the area. Johnson also states that there is diversity among the employees and customers because the business caters to different races. In addition, Master's Touch is the only nail salon in Lamar.

Stylists are owner and manager, Denise Johnson, Heather Perrotti, Latoya Goodman and Tawanna Bines. The stylists offer women's, men's and children's haircuts, relaxers and braids in addition to many more.

Walk in's are welcome as well as appointments. For more information contact Denise Johnson at 843-326-1362.