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Sports shorts 5/15

SOFTBALL   East Clarendon has no Trouble against Timberland East Clarendon won the last time they faced Timberland and things went their way on Friday too. The Wolverines put the …

Former Legion players, coaches encouraged to attend Bill Brewer Night

Organizers are calling on former American Legion baseball players and coaches to show their support for one of Clarendon County’s most influential figures in youth sports during Bill Brewer …

Candlelight vigil honors victims and survivors of child abuse

Community members gathered on April 17 for a solemn candlelight vigil in Clarendon County to honor victims and survivors of child abuse, marking National Child Abuse Prevention Month with a renewed …

 

City of Manning hosts public meeting on $10 million sewer line replacement project

The City of Manning hosted a public meeting May 8 at the Manning Fire Department Training Room to share details of a $10 million infrastructure project aimed at replacing 107-year-old sewer lines …

Letter to the editor

Dear Editor, The U.S. House of Representatives is considering a budget bill that quite frankly will devastate residents of Clarendon County. The House is proposing cuts that will gut Medicaid …

Mt. Hope Scrolls: Poetry can be harder than it looks

The brain trust met again and got on the subject of poetry. Poetry wasn’t the beginning of this meeting. It seems that one of the members of the brain trust has decided to take up song writing. …

Rotary roundup: Four LMA seniors honored with scholarships

The May 7 meeting of the Manning Rotary Club was a proud celebration of service and scholarship, as four Laurence Manning Academy students were recognized as recipients of the 2025 Judge James Dingle …

John’s Place marks one year of healing, hope and legacy

The one-year anniversary of John’s Place was not only a celebration of its impact on Clarendon County’s recovery community, but also a moment to honor two beloved individuals whose legacy …
Announcements
Clarendon Voter Board meeting rescheduled due to holiday
Due to the Memorial Day holiday on Monday, May 26, the Clarendon County Voter Registration Board has rescheduled its regular May meeting. The board will now meet at 6 p.m. Thursday, June 5, at the …
Former Legion players, coaches encouraged to attend Bill Brewer Night
Organizers are calling on former American Legion baseball players and coaches to show their support for one of Clarendon County’s most influential figures in youth sports during Bill Brewer …
Easter Egg Hunt Event at Shannon Greens
You’re Invited to Our Community Easter Egg Hunt! Hop on over for a fun-filled, family-friendly event at Shannon Greens Golf Club! Date: Wednesday, April 16, 2025 Time: 5:00 …
Letter from the editor
Dear Readers, Spring has officially settled into Clarendon County, and with it comes the familiar beauty of azaleas in full bloom. Their bursts of pink, white, and purple line our streets and …
Thank you
Thank You The Family of Late Charles Lemon The Lord bless you, because you have shown such kindness. We deeply appreciate the kindness, support and love you expressed during this most …
Letter from the editor
This week, we’re proud to unveil Clarendon: a 72-page county guide created to reflect the heart of our home. You’ll find it on shelves throughout the county and right here in our office, …

Clarendon's People and Places
Graham retires after two decades leading Clarendon GOP, reflects on legacy
After more than 20 years at the helm of the Clarendon County Republican Party, Chairman Moye Graham presided over his final meeting on April 10, stepping down ahead of the county’s GOP …
One of Clarey’s paintings, featuring three furry friends in Clarey’s unique art style.
Air Force veteran featured as April Artist of the Month
After a 20-year career in the U.S. Air Force and a lifetime of service in the medical field, Beryl Clarey never expected to find herself in front of a canvas. But when grief from the loss of her …
Dr. Marva D. Williams: A champion for community health
This article is the third in a series celebrating influential women in our community for Women’s History Month. Each feature highlights the remarkable contributions of local women whose …
Guat-a-Taco brings birria to Clarendon
Those who live in or frequent Clarendon have probably noticed an interesting blue food truck parked in multiple areas of the county. This new food truck is Guat-a-Taco, owned by Army veteran Henry …
Blooms by Burrows: faith, family, and florals
Local event décor is getting a fresh burst of creativity from Martha Burrows, the heart and hands behind Blooms by Burrows. Martha’s passion for floral design is deeply rooted in family …
Education

School board hears second budget reading and celebrates student achievement

The Clarendon County School District Board of Trustees held its regular monthly meeting on Monday evening, with major highlights including the celebration of student academic achievements, discussion …
One of the first chicks to hatch at Harvin Clarendon County Library rests beside its eggshell, still damp and fluffy from its big arrival into the world.

Library lobby becomes home to new hatchlings

Spring arrived with a special kind of excitement at Harvin Clarendon County Library, where a batch of baby chicks recently hatched right in the lobby as part of a children’s program. The …

F.E. DuBose Career Center FCCLA celebrates state awards

The Family, Career and Community Leaders of America (FCCLA) chapter at F.E. DuBose Career Center is celebrating another successful year of student achievement, state awards, and leadership growth. …

CCTC Students Receive Academic Awards

UMTER, SC (04/30/2025) -- Central Carolina Technical College presented academic awards to over 55 students who displayed the highest level of achievement throughout the 2024-2025 academic year. …
Police & Crime

Summerton police chief resigns one day after appointment

Just one day after being appointed chief of police, Officer Alex White resigned from the Summerton Police Department, citing “terrible work conditions” and placing direct blame on Town …

Clarendon crime 5/8

vandalism of property On March 17, an officer was dispatched to the Manning Walmart in reference to a civil disturbance that also involved property damage. Upon arrival, the officer met with the …

Clarendon County road rage incident leads to four-county interstate pursuit

A 60-year-old New York woman was arrested May 2 following a high-speed police pursuit that stretched across four South Carolina counties after what authorities described as a series of road-rage …
Sports
Laurence Manning Academy senior BJ Balls signed to continue his academic and athletic career at Florence-Darlington Technical College during a ceremony held April 30. Surrounded by family, …
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East Clarendon players earn top regional baseball and softball honors
Several standout athletes from East Clarendon High School have been recognized by Region VII-AA coaches for their exceptional performances this season, earning some of the top honors in both softball …
Willis and Porter win CATT Tournament
Billy Willis and Glenn Porter claimed victory at the Carolina Anglers Team Trail (CATT) tournament held Saturday, May 3, 2025, on South Carolina’s Santee Cooper Lakes. The duo brought in a …
Alexus Carter has been named the new head coach of the Laurence Manning Academy varsity volleyball team.
Laurence Manning Academy’s new volleyball head coaches
Laurence Manning Academy has announced two new leaders for its volleyball program, naming Alexus Carter as head coach of the varsity team and Elize Hensley as head coach of the junior varsity team. …

Obituaries
Deloris Dingle
Deloris Pearson Dingle, 56, wife of Pastor Elder Leroy Dingle died Saturday, April 19, 2025, at MUSC Health Florence Medical Center, Florence, SC. She was born June 5, 1968, in Manning, SC. A …
Henrietta Bennett
Henrietta Pompey Bennett, 90, widow of Jonathan Bennett, died Tuesday, April 22, 2025 at her residence. She was born August 2, 1934 in Manning, SC. A daughter of the late Richard and Henrietta Jayroe …
John Torrey
John Randall “Randy” Torrey, 83, widower of Jill Susan Smith Torrey, died Friday, April 18, 2025, at McLeod Hospice House. Born October 1, 1941, in Sodus, NY, he was the son of the …
Opinion
Mt. Hope Scrolls: Building buildings
Have you ever built something? House, model, clubhouse, hunting lodge, restore an old car, re-model existing house, or any other type of building or such that might need work: anything could count as …
Life in the Palmetto State: The Works Progress Administration
If you are not at least my age, early 60’s, or older, then this will probably be a foreign term to you. It may even be foreign to some older than me, but if you are familiar with this …
Mt. Hope Scrolls: Don't take yourself so seriously
I’ve written about this before. Don’t take yourself so seriously. Joseph (The Coat of Many Colors) was a sold into slavery by his brothers. He was then thrown into prison. Then Joseph …