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CLARENDON COUNTY LIBRARY RECEIVES NATIONAL GRANT FOR SMALL AND RURAL LIBRARIES $10,000 Grant Will Help the Library Work with Residents with Disabilities to Make the Library More Accessible. …
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In response to Senator Johnson’s press release on the 1% school debt tax, I think it’s important to remember that a lot of talk is always given, but the actions to back it up are always …
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Approximately twenty years ago, legislation was passed to impose a 1% school district tax for Clarendon County public schools. Several other counties also have this school district tax, counties with …
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Chase
CHASE is a 5.5 year old, white w/black, male, Am. Bulldog/Boxer Mix. Chase is current on vaccinations, neutered, and tested negative for heartworms. He is a very friendly and a laid back dog. Chase …
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Don’t forget! Early voting ends March 28th. The general election for both the City of Manning and the Town of Summerton will be held next Tuesday, April 2nd.   For the City …
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Teachers and state employees would get raises under a spending plan being debated by the South Carolina House this week, but many other state agency requests are being rejected as the influx of money …
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Gov. Henry McMaster signed legislation on March 7 making South Carolina the 29th state in the nation to allow residents to carry handguns without a permit. The bill, fought over for weeks in the …
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Baby Miss
Baby Miss – Harrison Juel Evans Tiny Miss – Briella Grace Hodge and Karsyn Avery Hodge (TIE) Petite Miss – Margaret Ann DuBose Wee Miss – Adeline Elizabeth …
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BURGLARY / BREAKING & ENTERING On Mar. 10, a Manning City Polie officer was dispatched to the 100 th block of East Boyce Street in regard to break-in and burglary. Once on scene, the officer …
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The Manning High School Monarch Connection Jazz Band traveled to Newberry College to participate in the South Carolina Band Director’s Association Jazz Performance Assessment. The SCBDA …
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On Mar. 11, Clarendon County Council met for its regularly scheduled meeting. After approval of the agenda and February minutes, public comments were opened. Cindy Risher spoke on adding the lane …
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The following story is a message from Kaitlyn Hughes, sister of Agriculture Advisor Cody Simpson. I wanted to share some wonderful news that our family recently experienced. Governor McMaster …
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Heroic efforts and milestone moments dot the landscape of women’s history. Often forced to fight for equality and inclusion, women have blazed trails and broken down barriers, all the while …
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Please refer to the photo above to see what events are coming up for the Striped Bass Festival.
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The F.E. DuBose Law Enforcement Program, in collaboration with the Clarendon County Sheriff’s Office and the Manning Police Department, is excited to announce the launch of its CSI Youth …
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On Thursday, March 7, four students from grades 5-12 represented Clarendon Hall at the SCISA (South Carolina Independent School Association) Music Festival held at the University of South …
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Facing Hilton Head Christian Academy, the Swampcats came out lethargic and fell behind 4-2 in the 1 st  Quarter.  The offense came to life and fought back in the 2nd quarter scoring 9 goals …
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The meeting will be on Mar. 27 from 8 a.m. to 10:30 a.m. at 411 Sunset Dr. Manning, SC. Light refreshments will be provided.
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Painting gourds on Dec. 5, 2023
On Dec. 5, 2023, Clarendon Pilot Club members hosted a "fun social" for the community. It was called a paint and pour. It was free and held at the Buyck Barn from 6 p.m. to 8 p.m. Columbia artist, …
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I don’t know why I get hung up on having to watch videos. One of my friends got me hooked on looking at videos for changing my life. You probably have watched some too. “I did this for …
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Dr. Strange
DR. STRANGE is a 2.5 year old, brown w/white, Bully Mix. Dr. Strange has been neutered, current on vaccinations, and tested negative for heartworms. He weighs around 60 pounds. Dr. Strange does have …
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The next Clarendon County Historical Society meeting is scheduled for Thursday, March 21 at 7:00 pm. We'll be gathering at the Clarendon County Council Chambers located in the Clarendon County …
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COUNTERFEITING/FORGERY On February 20, at 5:14 p.m., an officer was dispatched to a gas station on the 2000 block Paxville Hwy. for counterfeit money. Upon the officer’s arrival, he spoke …
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Clarendon Hall JV/V: - Thursday, March 14 at 6:00pm, Varsity Only   vs. Andrew Jackson - Friday, March 15 at 5:00pm, JV/V   vs. East Clarendon - Monday, March 18 at 6:00pm, V …
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This morning Clarendon County Council is meeting to interview candidates virtually for the position of Clarendon County Administrator. Council hired the firm 'Find Great People' to help in the …
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The Manning Times interviewed Paul McCulloch, Director of the Clarendon County Recreation Department, about the upcoming little league season.   MT : How did you start getting into …
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Clarendon Hall: - Thursday, March 14 at 7:00pm, Varsity Only Baseball vs. Andrew Jackson - Friday, March 15 at 5:00pm, JV/V Baseball vs. Carolina Academy - Monday, March 18 at 5:00pm, …
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Manning Times: What inspired you to become a baseball coach and how did your personal experience with the sport influence your decision to pursue coaching? Curtis Johnson, East Clarendon …
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Our school nurse and Wellness Committee chair, Mrs. Dennis, has started a water drinking campaign with MJHS students and staff. She was able to use wellness funds from previous years to purchase …
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For Women’s History Month, we are celebrating women who have influenced, led, and cared for Clarendon County. This the first story in a three-part series, highlighting a “past” …
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Amid the rainy, windy conditions, a late-morning kicker lifted  Kyle Austin  to a final-day catch of 27 pounds, 8 ounces. That gave him a three-day total of 83-7 and a victory at the  …
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The Paxville community has successfully come together to complete a much-needed renovation to their community park and playground. With the support of the Clarendon County Junior Chamber of Commerce, …
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Senator Kevin Johnson has been recognized as a South Carolina Health Policy Fellow by the South Carolina Institute of Medicine & Public Health (IMPH). Senator Johnson was one of 13 members of the …
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On Aug. 18, 2022, several members of the Clarendon community and members of John Landon Black’s family announced the John Landon Black Foundation in honor of the young man’s memory after …
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Zach Birge is a professional bass fisherman who recently competed in the Major League Fishing Bass Pro Tour – Santee Cooper. This Stage Two tournament was held at John Land Landing in Clarendon …
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The Manning Lions Club is holding a panckae breakfast on Mar. 23 from 7 a.m. to 10 a.m. 
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There will be a walk to raise awareness for heart disease at Pocotaligo River Health and Rehab Center on Mar. 28 from 4:00 p.m. to 6:00 p.m.
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Laurence Manning - 15 Trinity Collegiate - 2 During an away game against Trinity Collegiate on Mar. 11, The Swampcats had a strong offensive start from the beginning face off, jumping out …
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The BRAVO Education Foundation grew out of the seeds of friendship between Barbara BRAdley and Maureen CalVO.  Barbara is a retired Speech and Language Therapist (32 years) and Maureen a retired …
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Stop 3 of the Bassmaster Opens was held on the Santee Cooper Lakes this past weekend.    Local fishing guide and Bassmaster EQ Angler, Kyle Austin, secured the win on the home …
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James "Larry" Williamson
James “Larry” Williamson, 86, husband of Patsy Gray Williamson, died Friday, March 1, 2024, at McLeod Health Clarendon. Born May 26, 1937, in Salters, he was a son of the late Marvin …
Virginia "Jennie" Mae Burke Durant
Virginia “Jennie” Mae Burke DuRant, 98, widow of James McDowell DuRant, Sr., died Wednesday, February 21, 2024, at her home surrounded by her family. Born June 12, 1925, in Alcolu, …
William Cecil Bagnal
William Cecil Bagnal, 84, met his Lord and Savior Jesus Christ Friday, February 16, 2024 at McLeod Hospice House in Florence, SC. He was a lifetime member of Westside Baptist Church in Sumter. He …
Education
Clarendon after-school students win bikes
Congratulations to Manning Junior High School - CCSD #O6Afterschool students Shayden Epps and Kymirah Robinson for being awarded bicycles during a field trip to Bicycle Association of America (BCA) …
Golden Pride Marching Band seeking sponsors for DC trip
As the Director of Bands of the Manning High School Golden Pride Marching Band, I am proud to announce that we have been invited to participate in an exceptional opportunity that will enrich the …
CCSD Fiscal Watch and Superintendent Contract
As members of the public may know, the State of South Carolina Department of Education declared a Fiscal Watch for Clarendon County School District on February 29, 2024. The declaration seeks to …
Opinion
Pageant winner Savannah Johnson shares her experience with gun violence
I never thought in a million years this story would be a part of my reality until July 26, 2019. When you’re a kid you always say your dad’s your hero. I mean it literally. I was supposed …
Traveling rivers
Just imagine what it was like when people mostly traveled by rivers. Explorers found a land that had lots of rivers and waterways. Nothing over here but native people and wonderful systems of …
The Church of God
In case you have not noticed, the church is very different today from a few decades ago. So much of what we once called the church that sacred place has disappeared in plain sight. I am not an expert …