The McLeod Health Foundation has received two grants from The Duke Endowment totaling $875,200 to establish a Community Paramedicine Program and to support AccessHealth of the Pee Dee.
The …
Clarendon County Fire and Rescue (CCFR) responded to a significant fire at the Georgia-Pacific plant located at 8250 Sumter Highway early Thursday morning. The fire, which broke out around 3 a.m., …
The Clarendon County Sheriff's Office is actively searching for a 20-year-old suspect in the area of Walmart on Paxville Highway in connection with a recent murder in Sumter.
Authorities are …
In a display of community spirit and collaboration, Pastor Aaron Gross of Seacoast Manning and residents Teon and Brianna Wilson have joined forces to support neighborhood children through events, …
Clarendon County School District (CCSD) has announced a new partnership with Varsity Tutors for Schools to provide live and on-demand learning resources to all students at no cost. This partnership, …
“When you call 911, I want you to look around right now. These people are coming to you to save your life. I don’t know how you can put a dollar on that, because there’s real …
The Manning Police Department is currently investigating a shooting that occurred on July 24, 2024 in the Bellwood Section of Manning.
Upon arrival, officers found the 20-year-old male victim …
The South Carolina Department of Transportation (SCDOT) has been awarded $175 million by the Federal Highway Administration to replace four bridges on Interstate 95 over Lake Marion, which connects …
The Clarendon County Planning Commission held its regularly scheduled meeting on July 16th, at the Council Chambers of the Clarendon County Administration Building. The meeting, called to order by …
STATE OF SOUTH CAROLINA Town of Summerton
A Special election for the Town of Summerton will be held on Tuesday, September 24, 2024. Any person wishing to register to vote in this …
FLORENCE, S.C. (July 23, 2024) – In celebration of National Health Center Week, HopeHealth in Manning and Clarendon County Chamber of Commerce are hosting a Reopening and Pharmacy Showcase …
[Manning, SC (7/23/2024)] – Main Street Manning has been designated as an Affiliate Main Street America program for meeting significant performance standards. Each year, Main Street …
ELLE is a 6.5 month old, brown w/white, female, Hound Mix. Elle is current on vaccinations, and has been spayed. She currently weighs around 30 pounds, but still has some more growing to do. We …
ust the other night I remembered my trip to the Goodie House. You have probably been to something like the Goodie House. An all night diner that serves breakfast all day is the kind of restaurant …
Manning native and Clemson University Police Department (CUPD) Captain Chris Harrington has been promoted to Deputy Chief of Police, effective July 15th. Harrington, a two-time graduate of Clemson …
Russ Harrelson was born and raised locally in Alcolu. He currently works as a chicken farmer, owning four chicken houses. However, he goes down to the beach once a year and barbecues a hog, selling …
The Lake Marion High School gymnasium was filled with heartfelt tributes and fond memories on July 5, 2024, as students, colleagues, and community members gathered to honor Sergeant Major (Ret.) …
St. Peters Masonic Lodge 54 hosted its annual scholarship donation event on July 8 at the lodge, located at 232 East Boyce Street. Five local students were awarded scholarships to assist with their …
Clarendon County School District is proud to announce that Principal Allen Kirby will assume the role of chair for the upcoming 2024-2025 school year. In this capacity, he will lead the effort to …
The Summerton Town Council convened on July 9th at the Town Hall to address a series of pressing community issues, ranging from economic development grants to the renewal of crucial public utility …
The Clarendon County Council convened on July 8th for its regular monthly meeting, with Vice Chair Councilman W.J. Frierson presiding in the absence of Chairman Dwight Stewart. The meeting commenced …
Dennis McGraw has been honored as the Manning Lions Club Lion of the Year. The award recognizes McGraw’s outstanding commitment to the club’s core values of improving health and …
Voters across Clarendon County are receiving updated voter registration cards as the community prepares for its first-ever election of the Clarendon County School Board of Trustees this November.
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The Historic Trinity AME Church in Manning marked a significant milestone this past weekend, celebrating its 150th anniversary with a community-wide event that drew notable figures and local …
The Harvin Clarendon County Library recently celebrated the birthday of the late Peggy Parish, beloved local author and creator of the iconic children’s book character, Amelia Bedelia. The …
The Clarendon County School Board reassured the community that the Agricultural Science Program at Manning High School is here to stay during its regularly scheduled meeting on July 8.
During …
USC Sumter congratulates the students who were named to the Spring 2024 Dean's List.
Alexis Ayers of Alcolu, SC
Luciano Brancato of Turbeville, SC
Hayleigh Brunson of Pinewood, SC
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End of Session Legislative Report: Investing in the Future of South Carolina
Senator Kevin L. Johnson, District 36 – Clarendon, Darlington, Florence, and Sumter
In June, the General …
MT Helms, 86, passed away on Saturday, July 6, 2024. He was born in Union County, North Carolina on June 2, 1938 to the late Johnny Helms and Lola Helms. He is also preceded in death by …
Central Carolina Technical College congratulates more than 220 students who received their academic degree, certificate or diploma in May 2024.
Jonah Beach of Manning (29102)
Sarah Beard of …
PEACH is an 11 month old, black w/white, female, Shepherd Mix. Peach is current on vaccinations, spayed, and tested negative for heartworms. She currently weighs around 35 pounds, but most likely …
The City of Manning’s Red, White, and Blue Celebration on July 3rd was a spectacular event held at the Farmer’s Market at 21 E Boyce Street. The night was filled with lively music from …
Clarendon County Sheriff Tim Baxley was the recipient of The Inspirational Award of 2024. He is the first to receive this award from the SC Coroners Association because of his invaluable support and …
UNLAWFUL USE OF TELEPHONE TO 911
On June 27, officers were dispatched to the 500th block of Skyview Dr. in reference to a Leonard Mincey, 53, contacting 911 dispatch multiple times to attempt to …
Robert Kolb, a Manning native and retired U.S. Air Force Lieutenant Colonel, has embarked on a new venture, turning his passion for barbecue into a business. Alongside his friend and fellow veteran …
Monarch Strong Corporation (MSC) kicked off their 2024 events with a spectacular day of activities, starting with hot air balloon rides at 8:00 a.m. on a bright and sunny Saturday. The 3rd Annual MSC …
Seacoast Church in Manning celebrated a significant milestone on June 30th as they broke ground for their new campus. The event, attended by members of the church community and local residents, …
Dear Editor,
Apparently, someone, for an unknown reason, started a rumor that the FFA program at Manning High School was being discontinued. As a former school board member of 12 years, an …
Sarah Lee Williams Wells Thames, a native of South Carolina, celebrated her 100th birthday on June 1, 2024. Born in Mayesville, she is the only surviving sibling of fourteen children born to Rebecca …
Bettye Lou Clouse Johnson, 84, wife of James Henry “Bud” Johnson, Jr., died Wednesday, June 26, 2024, at McLeod Health Clarendon.
Born March 13, 1940, in Blytheville, AR, she was a …
George William Stukes of Florence, SC, beloved husband, father, brother, and community leader, passed away suddenly on Sunday, May 26, 2024 at the age of 64. George was with Angela Stukes, his wife …
Thommie Ruth Jackson, 67, died Thursday, May 23, 2024, at Prisma Health Tuomey Hospital in Sumter.
Born August 4, 1956, in Sumter, she was the daughter of the late Herman Delano Jackson and …
July 9, 2024 – Clarendon County School District has earned Cognia ® Accreditation as a consolidated school district. Cognia is a nonprofit organization that provides quality assurance …
Eleven budding college freshmen are sharing more than $27,000 in scholarship awards from SAFE Federal Credit Union.
SAFE honored the high school seniors at a recent reception hosted at its …
Congratulations to Jessica Manary, of Manning, SC, for being named to the Western Carolina University Spring 2024 Chancellor’s List.
Manary was among more than 1,400 students to achieve …
Ah, summer is upon us—the season of sun, s’mores, and, for many parents, a little slice of nostalgia known as summer camp. As the school year wraps up and the kids pack their bags for a …
Editor, please consider publishing my letter responding to Speaker Smith's column regarding high crime rates.
Thank you, Speaker Smith and Mayor Merchant, for highlighting the rising violent …
The universe is filled with magic. Amazing and incredible things happen all the time when the universe aligns with whatever and an unbelievable thing happens. You never know when it will occur or …
