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Justice Department finds conditions in Alvin S. Glenn Detention Center in South Carolina violate the Constitution

WASHINGTON  — The Justice Department announced today its  findings  that conditions of confinement at the Alvin S. Glenn Detention Center (the Jail) in Columbia, South Carolina, …
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Statement from Governor Henry McMaster on the state treasury forensic accounting review

COLUMBIA, S.C. –  Governor Henry McMaster today issued the following statement regarding the  release  of the independent State Treasury Forensic Accounting Review:  …

Attorneys release statement after DOJ Investigation finds “Culture of Violence” at Alvin S Glenn Detention Center

COLUMBIA, SC - Attorney for the family of  Lason Butler, the 27-year-old Orangeburg resident who died while in custody at the Alvin S. Glenn Detention Center,  Bakari Sellers  released …

South Carolina democrats’ statement on President Biden’s farewell address

Columbia, SC —  As President Biden addresses the American people from the Oval Office for the final time tonight,  South Carolina Democratic Party Chair Christale Spain  released …

SC Chamber releases 2025 competitiveness agenda

COLUMBIA, S.C. –  Ahead of the South Carolina Chamber of Commerce’s annual legislative session kickoff event, Business Speaks, the SC Chamber released its annual Competitiveness …
Announcements
BREAKING: All Clarendon County schools dismissing immediately
The Clarendon County School District has announced that they are dismissing classes immediately due to the winter weather conditions. If you have a child enrolled in a Clarendon County school, please …
Jan. 9 CCGOP meeting cancelled
The Clarendon County GOP meeting scheduled for Jan 9 has been rescheduled for Jan. 16.
Volunteers Needed to Help Local Abused and Neglected Children
Clarendon County, South Carolina, December 30, 2024- The Cass Elias McCarter Guardian ad Litem Program, a division of the South Carolina Department of Children’s Advocacy is offering FREE …
Calendar of events for Clarendon County: January and February 2025
January 2025 Character Word for January: Gratitude National Blood Donor Month, National Mentoring Month, Cervical Health Awareness Month
 Summerton Rotary Club meets for breakfast …
Clarendon County School District Board of Trustees agenda for Jan. 6
Monday, January 6, 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. Pledge …
Duke Energy offers ways South Carolina customers can save energy and money as winter officially begins
Free home energy assessment available in-home and virtually. Seal and insulate your home and save through rebate program. B-roll available:  Virtual home energy assessment ,  …

Clarendon's People and Places

Millington, Tenn . - Petty Officer 2nd Class Caleb Ellis, a native of Paxville, South Carolina, serves the U.S. Navy assigned to Navy Medical Readiness Training Command Beaufort.   …
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Education

SC School Districts impacted by PowerSchool Data Breach

COLUMBIA, S.C.  – The South Carolina Department of Consumer Affairs (SCDCA) urges parents to take steps to protect their children’s personal information following a data breach …

Harper Epperson named to Wofford College's Dean's List

SPARTANBURG, SC (01/13/2025) -- Harper Epperson of Manning, S.C., has been named to Wofford College's fall 2024 Dean's List. Wofford College, established in 1854, is a four-year, residential …

Manning High School recipient of donated CPR kits, staff training

COLUMBIA, S.C. Jan. 13, 2025  — The American Heart Association, devoted to a world of healthier lives for all, is proud to announce a donation of CPR kits and a …

SCDE provides update to school districts on PowerSchool data breach

WEST COLUMBIA, S.C. -- As the South Carolina Department of Education (SCDE) continues to monitor the scope of the PowerSchool data breach incident, the SCDE provided an update Thursday evening …
Police & Crime

Local law enforcement leaders champion dedication on Appreciation Day

As the nation observes Law Enforcement Appreciation Day on January 9, Chief Keith Grice of the City of Manning Police Department and Sheriff Tim Baxley of Clarendon County reflect on the dedication …

Truck driver claims bomb threat during traffic stop on I-85 in Greenville

A truck driver claimed there was a bomb in his tractor-trailer during a traffic stop on Interstate 85 in Greenville County on Thursday, causing authorities to shut down all six lanes of the busy …

Pedestrian fatally struck on US 301 in Clarendon County

A Manning woman died Saturday evening after being struck by a vehicle while walking her dog near her home, authorities said. The collision occurred at approximately 6:22 p.m. on U.S. 301 near …
Sports
East Clarendon loses winning streak After a string of three wins, East Clarendon’s good fortune finally ran out on Friday. They fell to the Lake City Panthers 56-52. The Wolverines lost …
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HopeHealth Hosted Eighth Annual Golf Classic
FLORENCE, S.C. (December 11, 2024) – HopeHealth hosted its eighth annual Golf Classic on Thursday, November 21, at the Wyboo Golf Club in Manning (2565 Players Course Dr., 29102). Open to …
Manning Monarchs’ playoff run ends with Lower State Championship loss
The Manning Monarchs’ bid for the South Carolina High School League 2A state championship came to an end Friday night with a 37-14 loss to the Barnwell Warhorses in the Lower State Championship …
East Clarendon’s Cayleigh Goff signs with Coker College golf team
Cayleigh Goff, a standout golfer for the East Clarendon boys’ golf team, has signed to play at Coker College. After her final spring season with the Wolverines, she will compete at the …

Obituaries
Dr. Raymond H. Dominici, Esteemed Surgeon, Rural Health Advocate, and Decorated Hero, Dies at 86
Dr. Raymond H. Dominici, a distinguished surgeon, community leader, and recipient of South Carolina’s prestigious Palmetto Cross for extraordinary heroism, died at his home in Salters, South …
Gerladine “Geri” G. Kemp
Our beloved Geri passed away on December 3, 2024, at the age of 79 in Newburgh, N.Y., after a prolonged illness. She was born on November 11, 1945, in the Bronx, N.Y. Her parents, the much loved …
Geraldine “Geri” G. Kemp
Our beloved Geri passed away on December 3, 2024, at the age of 79 in Newburgh, N.Y., after a prolonged illness.    She was born on November 11, 1945, in the Bronx, N.Y. Her …
Opinion
Commanders in the unlikely: Nick Saban for President: Defense Wins Championships (and Elections)
Before diving into this piece, let me clarify – this is pure satire. It’s part of a lighthearted series exploring why public figures (who have no actual intention of running) would make …
Mt. Hope Scrolls: Christmas letter from 1952
It’s that time of year again. Christmas cards and those great Christmas letters are going out. I love some of the Christmas letters where people brag on all their accomplishments or how well …
Manning Mama: There she grows again
Lately, I’ve been thinking about when my oldest daughter, Emily, was little. She’s 19 now and just graduated from the county’s Adult Education program, so I’m feeling more …