Utopia Reimagined Foundation, Inc

12/15/2025

NOW HIRING. JOIN THE CHENEY BROTHERS TEAM

Looking for a new opportunity with a company that keeps the foodservice industry moving? Cheney Brothers is hosting a recruitment event and you are invited.

December 16, 2025
12:00 PM to 7:00 PM
2491 Florence Harllee Blvd, Florence SC 29506

Multiple positions available including day and night warehouse roles
Transportation, maintenance, and security opportunities
Forklift operators, selectors, clerks, drivers, and more...

Bonus. Enjoy a hot dog or hamburger on us while supplies last.

Scan the QR code on the flyer to explore open positions or visit www.cheneybrothers.com

Tag someone who needs a job or is ready for a fresh start. SC Works is proud to partner in connecting talent to opportunity.

12/14/2025

🌟 At Utopia Reimagined Foundation, we believe every family in rural South Carolina deserves access to vital resources that can transform their lives. 🌟

We’re here to empower YOU-our community leaders, educators, and families-by connecting you to local programs focused on education and wellness. 🏫❤️

Imagine a Johnsonville where every child has a place to thrive, every family has access to essential services, and every neighbor is uplifted through collaboration! Together, we can make this vision a reality. 🌟🎉

What local resources are you aware of that can help improve education and wellness for our community? Share your insights below and let’s build a brighter future, together! 👇✍️

12/14/2025

In a world where challenges can feel isolating, it’s amazing to see how powerful community collaboration can be. Together, we can break down barriers and create opportunities for our children to thrive. It all starts with small steps - reaching out for resources, forming supportive groups, and having open conversations. Let’s empower each other and inspire hope for a brighter future! 🌟 What has your community taught you about overcoming obstacles?

12/10/2025

Congratulations!♥️♥️

12/09/2025

Congratulations on this well deserved appointment. This is powerful news for South Carolina’s children and families. We truly appreciate the guidance and suggestions you have already shared with us regarding connections and pathways for support as we continue building the work of Utopia Reimagined Foundation. Your willingness to point us in the right direction has meant more than you know.

We fully agree that strong families, paired with sound public policy and faith based community support, are essential for protecting and uplifting our children. You and Charisse will absolutely be in our prayers as you step into this critical role. May God grant you wisdom, discernment, and clarity as you serve.

Grateful and excited to share that I was unanimously elected - by Republican and Democrat state legislators - to serve as Chairman of the SC Joint Committee on Children, tasked with developing public policy for our state’s children.

The “healthy family unit” is and must remain the most important decision-making entity in a child’s life. But, when there is an unsafe breakdown in the family unit, sound public policy is critical, as is support from faith-based and other non-profit community organizations.

With this news and with the next legislative session starting next month, Charisse and I have one request: please pray that we properly discern the balance between compassionate care and responsible governance, as we consider our state’s children.

12/09/2025

🌱✨ Did You Know? Community service projects-like our local gardening day-do more than just grow veggies! They beautifully connect generations, empowering families and building trust.

When we come together, we not only enhance our community's resources but also nurture lifelong bonds of togetherness! 🌻❤️

👉 Ready to jump in? Share your thoughts or experiences in the comments below! Let’s grow together!

12/08/2025

At Utopia Reimagined Foundation, I’ve seen firsthand how empowered communities can create brighter futures for our kids. This journey reminds me daily that when we lift up our youth through education and support, we break down barriers and unlock potential. Together, we can build the networks needed to address educational inequities and foster a thriving environment for families in rural South Carolina.

So, how does this resonate with you? I’d love to hear your thoughts or any tips you have for making a difference. Let’s keep the conversation going in the comments!

12/04/2025

Happy Birthday Mr. Shawn Carter.
From the Utopia Reimagined Foundation

Happy Birthday Mr. Carter. The Utopia Reimagined Foundation celebrates you today for your brilliance, your leadership, and your impact around the world. Your vision continues to open doors for generations and inspires communities like ours to believe, to build, and to rise.

Your journey shows what is possible when talent meets purpose and perseverance. URF honors the example you set for youth, for creators, and for future leaders committed to using their gifts to uplift others.

We pray this new year of life brings you continued strength, creativity, and abundance. Thank you for your contributions to music, culture, and community empowerment. May your legacy continue to shine and inspire.

With respect,
The Utopia Reimagined Foundation

12/04/2025

As a preacher’s kid, I connected deeply with RESPECT: The Aretha Franklin Movie. Every church member and every person who has an opinion about the church should watch it. This story opens your eyes and reminds you that all people are the same at the core. Some have drifted away from the mission, which is to help others, build our legacy in community, and walk with respect and dignity.

This film shows that even the greatest among us still face real struggles. It reminds us that all people fall short and no one is perfect. And this is exactly why grace, understanding, and love matter so much in our communities.

12/03/2025

Man he taught me so much. He might have seemed mean at times, but he had such a tender heart. If you ever sat with him one on one, he carried so much knowledge and wisdom to offer. You will truly be missed sir. Prayers to the family. ♥️♥️

Rev. Norman Keith Edgeworth Sr., a steadfast servant of the Lord and a beacon of love and friendship, passed away peacefully on December 1, 2025, at MUSC Health Florence Medical Center in Florence, SC. Born on April 11, 1932, in Green Sea, SC, Norman's life was a testament to his unwavering faith and his commitment to his family and community.

Norman's journey began as the son of Leonard Hayes Edgeworth Sr. and Dulah Austeen Todd Edgeworth. He grew up on the family farm, a place that instilled in him the values of hard work and responsibility, virtues that he carried throughout his life. After a decade of service in the Army National Guard, Norman found his calling in various roles, most notably as a production supervisor at Wellman Industries. His dedication to education was evident in his over twenty years as a substitute teacher, where he earned the affectionate nickname "Storming Norman" for his dynamic teaching style.

However, it was Norman's ministry that truly defined his life's work. Ordained in 1974, he became the oldest minister in the FWBPF Conference, a role he cherished deeply. Norman's passion for foreign missions took him to every country in Central America and Argentina, where he spent over 40 years alongside his godson, Rev. Norris Powell, sharing the transformative love of God. His commitment to leading lost souls to Christ was the achievement of which he was most proud.

Family was the cornerstone of Norman's life. He leaves behind a legacy of love and faithfulness to his children, Jackie Stasney, Renee Harrell (Glenn), and Norman Keith Edgeworth Jr. (Debbie), and his godchildren, Rev. Norris and Betty Powell. His grandchildren, Jennifer Lee (David), Jamie Streater (Kalin), Vickie Hood (Tim), Katie Brunson (Brent), Johnathan Edgeworth (Sarah), and Brent Powell (Marti), along with 16 great-grandchildren, will forever cherish his memory.

Norman's siblings, Faye Collins, who was his twin sister, Marceline Allen, Jane Guthrie, Nancy Calcutt (Marion), Doug Edgeworth (Jenny), and Don Edgeworth (Betty), as well as his sisters-in-law, Ernestine Edgeworth and Enid Edgeworth, and numerous nieces and nephews, will remember him as a pillar of strength and love. He loved them unconditionally and that love was reciprocated. He was preceded in death by his beloved wife, Eliza Jean Hughes Edgeworth, his grandson, John Sheldon Richardson, his son-in-law, Tom Stasney, and his siblings, Genelle Lee, Anne Sweat, L.H. Edgeworth Jr., and Charles Edgeworth.

A man of the earth, Norman cherished the simple joy of planting a garden each year, a tradition he maintained until his final days. His love for people was unparalleled; he never met a stranger and was always ready to extend a helping hand. His family fondly recalls his embodiment of the scriptures, living by Joshua 24:15, "As for me and my house, we will serve the Lord," and Matthew 25:21, "Well done, good and faithful servant."

Described as faith-filled, friendly, and loving, Norman's presence was a gift to all who knew him. His life was a living example of kindness and generosity, and his impact will be felt for generations to come. Rev. Norman Keith Edgeworth Sr.'s story is one of a life well-lived, a path guided by faith, and a journey completed with grace. He will be profoundly missed and eternally remembered.

The family would like to extend a special thanks to Pruitt Hospice, Adriane Price, LaToya McKenzie, Chaplin James Sanders, Lisa Castles PA., also caregivers Sharon Prosser, Susan Johnson, and Sherry Salazar.

Funeral services will be 12:00 pm, Thursday, December 4, 2025, at New Hope Church, 719 North New Hope Road, Johnsonville, SC 29555. Officiating will be Rev. Paul Miles, Rev. Norris Powell, and Chaplain James Sanders with Pruitt Hospice. Burial will follow at New Hope Church Cemetery.

A visitation for family and friends will be Wednesday, December 3, 2025, from 6:00 p.m. to 8:00 p.m. at New Hope Church, 719 North New Hope Road, Johnsonville, SC 29555.

Memorials may be made in Rev. Norman’s memory to Gethsemane Free Will Baptist of Pentecostal Faith, Post Office Box 621, Galivant’s Ferry, SC 29544.

Online condolences may be left at www.young-fh.com

Young Funeral Home of Hemingway is in charge of the arrangements. (843) 933-4262