Deon James News Today

The father of a 3-year-old Darlington County girl who drowned in May after going missing in the area of McIver Road is facing drug-related charges in connection

Charges have been filed in the death of a 3-year-old girl who drowned on Monday after going missing in the area of McIver Road in Darlington County.

MANSFIELD – Defense has been a hallmark of Junction City’s success during the 2023-24 season.

MENA – For the second straight year, Junction City’s bid for a regional title came to an end in the semifinals.

MENA - Last fall, Junction City’s football team made a run to the 3A state quarterfinals with Lamontra Hankton playing a starring role as the Dragons’ quarterback.

In most circumstances, league champions don’t meet until the second or third round of the regional tournament.

WOODLAWN — In their first two meetings with Fordyce, Junction City gradually pulled away in the second half to pick up a win at home before falling just short on the road last week in a clash that paved the way for a three-way share of the 8-2A title.

WOODLAWN — Getting off to fast starts is one way for top seeds to establish themselves and not give an opponent an opportunity to spring an upset.

GURDON — For the second time in three years, Junction City is the 8-2A conference champion.

FORDYCE — Junction City’s bid for an outright 8-2A title will come down to the final day of the regular season.