At time of print, The Manning Times had not received a response from County Council candidate Frierson, and therefore, we were not able to run a story about him along with his opposers. He is running on the Democratic ticket.
The Manning Times is doing a series on each of the candidates that are running for positions that will be voted in this November. This is the second week of the series. We asked the candidates to answer a list of questions in order to help the public get accompanied with them.
Here is our interview with Billy Graham Richardson, the Democratic candidate for County Council District One.
How long have you been in Clarendon County?
I have lived in Clarendon County all my life. I was born and raised here. I’m a lifelong resident of Clarendon County District One.
Are you married and do you have any children or grandchildren?
Yes, I am married to Alfreda M. Richardson , we have been married for 47 years. We have two daughters Andrea (Samuel), Denise (Nate) and one grandon, Omari Alexander.
Where do you work?
I am the owner and operator of River Road Convenient Mart, located in Clarendon County District One.
What is your educational background?
I am a proud graduate of the Historical Scott’s branch High School, located in Summerton, SC.
Why do you want to be elected to this position?
I remain fully devoted to assisting the citizens of this great County grow and advance, and would like to continue serving and helping the community prosper. I believe in this County and its residents and that will never change.
What would you like to see most for Clarendon County?
I would like to see Clarendon Countythrive and grow, without raising taxes. With continuing development on the 108 exit and more development on the 102 exit in the North Santee area.
Where do you see the district in the next two years?
Within the next two years, I would like to bring a grocery store to the town of Summerton, as well as additional growth through more competitive employment opportunities through the entire County.
What is the one thing that you want the voters to remember when they are in the polls on November 8th 2022?
I have over thirty years of experience in community growth, development and reform. During that time, County Council has had many successes, to include upgrading the water/sewer infrastructure, the development of Exit 108, and purchasing land to develop Clarendon District One industrial park.
