The Times and Democrat

Stay informed with local news from the Orangeburg area and beyond. The Times and Democrat app delivers the stories that shape your community—sports coverage, breaking news, politics, entertainment, obituaries, and opinion—all in one place built for mobile reading.

Personalize your news feed by selecting the topics that matter most to you. Set alerts for breaking news, sports updates, weather, and more so you never miss what's happening. Navigate effortlessly with intuitive swiping—scroll up and down through the latest stories, or swipe left and right to explore different sections. Choose how you consume content: read in the News Feed, dive into the full E-edition, or listen to articles with a single tap.

Exclusive multimedia content rounds out your experience. Browse stunning photography, watch video updates, and dive into binge-worthy podcasts that go deeper into the stories you care about. Follow your favorite writers to get notified whenever they publish, ensuring you catch every byline. Breaking news banners appear at the top of the app so you're instantly aware of developing stories.

Customize your reading experience to suit your preferences. Adjust text size in your profile settings for comfortable viewing, and bookmark stories to read later at your own pace. Check hourly forecasts, 10-day weather predictions, and frequent video weather updates tailored to your location.

Upgrade to News+ for a ad-free experience with faster-loading pages and uninterrupted reading. Subscribers gain unlimited access to all content. The Times and Democrat supports Google Pay for convenient subscription management.

Free to download and start exploring today.