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UPDATED: Three Summerton police officers resign; Chief to retire in April

Three officers from the Summerton Police Department have resigned, and Police Chief Donell Dixon has announced his upcoming retirement, effective April 18, 2025, according to information shared …
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Manning man charged with arson, desecration of remains

A Manning man, initially wanted for questioning after an acquaintance was found dead inside a burning car, is now charged in connection to the case as the homicide investigation continues. John …

Three Summerton police officers resign; Chief to retire in April

Three officers from the Summerton Police Department have resigned, and Police Chief Donell Dixon has announced his upcoming retirement, effective April 18, 2025, according to information shared after …

Doris Mae Glast Kennedy

Doris Mae Glast Kennedy, 80, widow of Representative Kenneth Kennedy, died Friday, February 7, 2025 at her residence. She was born May 6, 1944 in Bethel, NC. A daughter of the late James and Fannie …

Dock Robinson

Dock Robinson, 90, died Tuesday, February 4, 2025 at his residence, 1068 James Martin Rd., Manning, SC, with his daughter Millicent (Coot) by his bed side. He was born June 11, 1934 in Manning, SC. A …
Announcements
Turbeville Town Council Regular meeting agenda for Feb. 10
  TURBEVILLE TOWN COUNCIL REGULAR MEETING February 10, 2025 6:30 P.M.   AGENDA   I. CALL TO ORDER II. INVOCATION III. PLEDGE OF ALLEGIANCE …
Harvin Clarendon County Library seeks community input to shape its future
The Harvin Clarendon County Library is reaching out to residents with a community survey aimed at shaping the library’s future and ensuring its services meet the evolving needs of Clarendon …
Clarendon County School District Board of Trustees agenda for Feb. 3
Monday, February 3, 2025 - 5:30pm Manning High School Lecture Hall AGENDA 1. Call to Order 2. Establishment of Quorum 3. Approval of the Agenda 4. Invocation – Rev. Johnnie Lawson 5. …
Clarendon Hospital District Board of Trustees lauds CEO, announces future growth plans
MANNING, SC – The Clarendon Hospital District Board of Trustees, which oversees the management of three local nursing homes under the Southern Senior Living brand, wishes to praise the …
"Unity in the Community: Clarendon County event promotes collaboration and ideas
Clarendon County residents are invited to join the "Unity in the Community" event on Wednesday, Jan. 29, from 5:30 p.m. to 7:30 p.m. at the Abundant Life Resource Center, 13386 US 301, Gable, S.C. …
Harvin Clarendon County library board meeting agenda for Jan. 27
January 27th at 4:30 pm Clarendon County Administration Building Library Mission: To provide the community with access to resources, information, and services. AGENDA I. Call to Order …

Clarendon's People and Places

On Monday, July 29, 2024, Williamsburg Technical College had the privilege of hosting the filming of an ESPN Special about the late Buddy Teevens, produced by Rob Harvell, a familiar face of the …
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Education

Scott’s Branch Middle High School receives Holocaust book donation

Summerton, SC : Scott’s Branch Middle High School was chosen by the South Carolina Council on the Holocaust to receive $500 worth of books related to the Holocaust for their school library. It …

Fall 2024 USC Sumter Dean's List

SUMTER, SC (02/06/2025) -- USC Sumter congratulates the students who were named to the Fall 2024 Dean's List. Luciano Brancato of Turbeville Ally Clardy of Manning Camlin Darby of …

Fall 2024 USC Sumter President's List

SUMTER, SC (02/06/2025) -- USC Sumter congratulates the students who were named to the Fall 2024 President's List. Alexis Ayers of Alcolu (29001) Merietta Floyd of Turbeville (29162) …

Clarendon County Adult Education earns national recognition for excellence and advocacy

Clarendon County Adult Education (CCAE) and its director, Lara Kolb, have received national recognition for their commitment to advancing adult education, earning two distinguished awards from the …
Police & Crime

Clarendon crime blotter 2/6

Breach of trust On Dec. 13, 2024, a complainant contacted the Manning Police Department to file a report regarding a breach of trust. The complainant stated that they had found the suspect, …

Clarendon crime blotter 1/30

HABITUAL TRAFFIC OFFENDER DRIVING UNDER SUSPENSION 3RD OR MORE On November 8, 2024, an office with the Manning Police Department was patrolling the area of West Huggins St. He observed a silver Jeep …

Man arrested at McLeod Health Clarendon after threatening law enforcement

A 23-year-old Manning man was arrested Tuesday morning at McLeod Health Clarendon after reportedly threatening law enforcement officers with a firearm, according to the Manning Police Department. …
Sports
Sumter Touchdown Club President Lee Glaze presents a $1,000 Merit Scholarship to Whit Nesbitt of East Clarendon High School and Lucas Peters of Manning High School during the club’s annual banquet.
The Sumter Touchdown Club, presented by FTC, celebrated the achievements of student-athletes from across the region at its annual banquet, highlighting both on-field excellence and academic success. …
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Sports shorts 2/6
Boys Varsity Basketball East Clarendon comes up short East Clarendon was not able to break out of their rough patch on Wednesday as the team picked up their ninth straight defeat. They were …
Sports Shorts 1/30
Boys Varsity Basketball Scott’s Branch comes up short Scott's Branch played a tough game on Friday in which they were outscored in every quarter. They were beaten by the Charleston Math …
Sports Shorts: 1/23
Boys Varsity Basketball Dynamic duo of Thompson and Robinson lead Manning to victory Manning won the last time they faced Lake City and things went their way on Friday too. The Manning …

Obituaries
Eliza Becton
Eliza Becton, 79, wife of Edward Becton died Sunday, January 26, 2025 in Manning, SC. She was born February 23, 1945 in Manning, SC. A daughter of the late Chaphell McCray and Irene Wilder. …
Anitral Anderson Holliday
Anitral Anderson Holliday, 36, wife of Jaevaral Holliday, died Friday, January 24, 2025, at her residence in Summerton, SC. She was born July 15, 1988, in Summerton, SC. A daughter of Robert Lee …
Jerlean Conyers
Jerlean Conyers, 76, died Friday, January 24, 2025 at Lexington Medical Center, Lexington, SC. She was born September 15, 1948, in Clarendon County, South Carolina. A daughter of the late Tillie and …
Opinion
Mt. Hope Scrolls: Groundhog Day and righting that wrong
If you are reading this, Groundhog Day 2025 is over. The outcome of Groundhog Day is probably still in jeopardy. Did Phil see his shadow? Did he even come out and what does it mean to me or lots of …
Manning Mama: Sick of sick kids
There’s an old saying that goes, “What doesn’t kill you makes you stronger.” But when it comes to the never-ending parade of germs that have marched through my house since …
Jesus talks to Outsiders; Jesus talks to Insiders
There are always outsiders who don’t quite fit in. Outsiders may be outside by an inch: an odd quirk keeps them out of the inner circle. Outsiders may be outside by a mile: their skin is the …