On April 13 th , at approximately 11:50 p.m., South Carolina Highway Patrol investigated a single vehicle collision that has resulted in one fatality. This collision occurred on Luke Godwin Road, …
DIESEL is a 4.5 year old, grey w/white, male, Bully Mix. Diesel is current on vaccinations, neutered, and tested negative for heartworms. He is a big dog, weighing around 80 pounds, but he is a …
A federal court on Thursday ruled that this year’s congressional elections in South Carolina will be held under a map that it had already deemed unconstitutional and discriminatory against …
SIMPLE POSSESSION OF MARIJUANA
On Mar. 26, officers with the city of Manning Police Department and the Clarendon County Sheriff’s Office were conducting a license safety checkpoint on …
Editor’s Note: On April 4th , our print edition included a story intended to summarize the March voter registration board meeting. Due to transcription errors, much of the information was …
Jerry Wayne Ham, a cherished and respected member of the Summerton community, passed away peacefully on Thursday, April 4, 2024, at the age of 82 in the loving presence of his family at his …
Today, Miss North Charleston’s Teen, Katie Clark, announced her intent to participate in the 87th Annual Miss South Carolina Scholarship Organization Competition.
Taking place at the …
Mr. and Mrs. Robert Scott Clark of Santee, S.C. , proudly announce the engagement of their daughter, Carole “Nicole” Clark to Hunter Paul Sojourner. The bride to be is a …
On Saturday, March 30, 2024, Kathryn Ravenel DuRant (Kay) entered into eternal rest at home at the age of 84. Her Graveside Service will be held Saturday, June 8 at DuRant-New Harmony Cemetery at the …
Manning City Council met on April 9th for its regularly scheduled monthly meeting.
After the invocation and pledge, recently reelected council members and the mayor were sworn in.
Mayor …
The decision to file legislation for the continuation of this tax was driven by an urgent need to secure funding for ongoing and future capital improvements across our schools. These improvements are …
On April 8 th , Clarendon County Council met for its regularly scheduled monthly meeting. Council members approved the agenda and minutes for the regular council meeting held on March 11 th …
On Apr. 1, Lorenzo Ragin filed as a Republican for candidacy in the election for the House of Representatives, District 64. The incumbent is Fawn Pedalino and the primary will be held on Jun. 11.
…
McLeod Health Clarendon announces Junior Volunteer Program for Summer 2024. Youth volunteers will have the opportunity to work with healthcare professionals in many areas of the hospital. They serve …
The anticipation is palpable in Turbeville as residents gear up for the much-awaited Puddin Swamp Festival, set to kick off on April 11th, promising a weekend filled with fun, festivities, and …
Manning High School is thrilled to announce the Monarch Showdown Band Gym Battle, a sensational musical competition that will bring together the finest high school bands from across South Carolina. …
Lynden Anthony, Chief Financial Officer (CFO) for Clarendon County, has been hired as County Administrator. Anthony has been serving as interim administrator since January, after David Epperson …
United Ministries of Clarendon County needs volunteers to help package food for our pantry.
Tuesdays 9:00 - 12:00
Moderate, repetitive lifting
803-435-9086
Here’s part 2 of Jamie Willis’s story of the flight out to Reno. Perspective makes a difference in any story.
The winds had not let up on us. In fact they seemed to be getting worse. …
Her name is Reagan Tokes. She went to the University of Ohio State. She has big dreams and was coming up on graduating. She was 21 years old when her life was violently taken from her. One night …
The Junior Chamber is proud to announce its contribution to Vision by Design (formerly known as the Council on Aging). On April 1st, the JC donated $5,000 as well as a new oven and freezer to the …
On April 1st , Lorenzo Ragin filed as a Republican for candidacy in the election for the House of Representatives, District 64. The incumbent is Fawn Pedalino and the primary will be held on June 11 …
SANIBEL is a 2.5 year old, gray, female Weimaraner/Lab mix. Sanibel is current on vaccinations, spayed, microchipped, and tested negative for heartworms. She weighs around 50 pounds, and tries her …
Holly Cockfield, Director of Harvin Clarendon County Library, has been working at the library for 2 years, dedicating herself to this important job that helps the community. She has procured the help …
The Manning High School band is not just marching to the beat of its own drum but also marching toward excellence, thanks to the leadership of Jordan Jefferson, the band director who has been …
On Mar. 26 , K&H Resource Center gathered friends, family, and other community members to celebrate the accomplishments of its participants in the SC State 1890 Research & Extension nutrition …
The South Carolina Democratic Party (SCDP) has denied Eleazer Carter certification of candidacy for the State Senate, District 36 race.
On Apr. 1, an official challenge was submitted to the SCDP …
SUSPICIOUS ACTIVITY
On Mar. 11, an officer with the Manning Police Department responded to a call at the 400th block of Drayton Street regarding suspicious activity. The officer made contact …
Straight From the Nail Room, the annual woman’s empowerment brunch, took place for their third consecutive year on March 30. The even not only fostered a supportive environment for women to …
Lions Vision Services
Every year, the Manning Lions Club visits all area Head Start schools to perform eye screening for their students. The Lions use a special “spot” camera …
A Second Chance Animal Shelter’s 16th Annual Charity Golf Classic, held Saturday, Mar. 23 on the Players Course at Wyboo is now one for the record books! But the weather had threatened to not …
Michael Allen Johnson, Sr., affectionately known to many as Mike, passed away peacefully at his home in the Wilson Community of Manning, SC, on Monday, March 25, 2024. He was 74 years old. Born in …
The results for the City of Manning election are as follows:
Manning Mayor:
Julia Nelson – 146
Write-in – 12
City Council District 1:
Clayton Pack – 40
…
CHERRY is a 2 year old, black w/white, female, Lab Mix. Cherry is current on vaccinations, and has been spayed. She did test positive for heartworms, so she would need to continue treatment with a …
WIRE FRAUD
On Feb. 27, a detective with the Manning Police Department took a walk-in report in reference to fraud. A Manning resident stated that she had been scammed out of $6000 over a period …
Kenneth Geathers has taken on the mantle of Town Administrator for Summerton, stepping into the role with a wealth of experience and a clear vision for the community’s future.
Geathers, a …
James “Larry” Williamson, 86, husband of Patsy Gray Williamson, died Friday, March 1, 2024, at McLeod Health Clarendon.
Born May 26, 1937, in Salters, he was a son of the late Marvin …
Virginia “Jennie” Mae Burke DuRant, 98, widow of James McDowell DuRant, Sr., died Wednesday, February 21, 2024, at her home surrounded by her family.
Born June 12, 1925, in Alcolu, …
William Cecil Bagnal, 84, met his Lord and Savior Jesus Christ Friday, February 16, 2024 at McLeod Hospice House in Florence, SC. He was a lifetime member of Westside Baptist Church in Sumter. He …
My name is Jeff Zell. I am a current Sumter School Board Member. I want to offer a press release regarding my thoughts on the Clarendon County School District debt maintenance tax.
…
Approximately twenty years ago, legislation was passed to impose a 1% school district tax for Clarendon County public schools. Several other counties also have this school district tax, counties with …
The Manning High School Monarch Connection Jazz Band traveled to Newberry College to participate in the South Carolina Band Director’s Association Jazz Performance Assessment. The SCBDA …
I don’t know why I get hung up on having to watch videos. One of my friends got me hooked on looking at videos for changing my life. You probably have watched some too. “I did this for …
I never thought in a million years this story would be a part of my reality until July 26, 2019. When you’re a kid you always say your dad’s your hero. I mean it literally. I was supposed …
Just imagine what it was like when people mostly traveled by rivers. Explorers found a land that had lots of rivers and waterways.
Nothing over here but native people and wonderful systems of …
