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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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Electric rates for Duke Energy Carolinas (DEC) customers would increase in 2024 and 2026 resulting in 17.5% (residential) and 11.9% (general service) higher rates if approved by the SC Public Service …
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The Clarendon County Pilot Club had lots of Valentine’s Day fun at the Pocotaligo Center. Artist Jackie Chalfant from Columbia came to the Fun Social Event at the Buyck Barn and members painted …
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Wally
WALLY is a 3 year old, brown and white, male, Hound Mix. Wally weighs around 45 pounds. He is heartworm negative, up-to-date on all vaccinations, and has been neutered! Wally is one of the sweetest …
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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 ...
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COLUMBIA, S.C. – The South Carolina Department of Health and Environmental Control (DHEC) is raising awareness about the impact of HIV on women and girls in observance of National Women and …
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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 …
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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 …
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At approximately 3 a.m. on March 10, Manning City Police were patrolling the back parking area of 15 N. Brooks Street due to a large, private party being held at the location.  Officers …
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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) …
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On Feb. 29, the Voter Registration and Election Board held a special called meeting to announce the new Executive Director, Christine Harvin. Harvin is a long-time employee of the Voter Registration …
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Clarendon County Farm Bureau members Ali and LeGette Flowers recently joined over three hundred young farmers, ranchers and ag enthusiasts ages 18-35 years old in Columbia for the annual South …
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ALREADY FOUND
WANTED Kenon Daquan Stallworth was extradited from Transylvania County jail in Brevard, North Carolina to Clarendon County on Feb. 22. Stallworth was arrested and charged with Criminal Sexual …
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At an away game in Camden on Mar. 7, the varsity lacrosse Swampcats fell behind earlier in the 1 st  Quarter training 2-1.  The offense came alive in the 2 nd  quarter scoring 5 goals, …
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 Abandoned and derelict boats are a chronic problem along South Carolina’s coast, negatively impacting marshes and coastal waters and creating hazards. Derelict boats are often old, …
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The Bureau of Protective Services, a division of the South Carolina Department of Public Safety, reminds the public that with the passage of the South Carolina Constitutional Carry/Second Amendment …
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Mike Davey coaches Boys Lacrosse at Laurence Manning Academy. We caught up with him this week to talk about his coaching background, expectations for the season, and his core values. Sports …
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Recruiters from South Carolina’s public school districts hope to fill their known and anticipated teacher vacancies at this year’s South Carolina Virtual Teacher Expo. The Virtual Expo, a …
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On Tuesday, Clarendon County Council met to discuss a personnel matter. After the invocation and approval of the agenda, Council went into executive session. Christine Mack, from Finding Good People, …
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TURBEVILLE TOWN COUNCIL MEETING March 12, 2024 6:30 P.M. AGENDA I. CALL TO ORDER II. INVOCATION III. PLEDGE OF ALLEGIANCE IV. ADOPTION OF AGENDA V. PUBLIC PARTICIPATION VI. FOR COUNCIL …
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MINUTES TURBEVILLE TOWN COUNCIL MEETING February 13, 2024 6:30 p.m. Members Present: Mayor Tammy Hicks, Councilmembers Herbert Mims, Albert Mobley, Judy Coker, and Ericson Coker …
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Alpha Kappa Alpha Sorority, Incorporated Phi Omega Omega Chapter continue spreading the fires that was started by its founders almost a century ago. Our founders knew, together we could have a …
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The Manning City Fire Department held their annual “Ladies Night” Award Banquet at First Baptist Church in Manning on the night of Feb. 26. The guest speaker was Micheal Geddings Jr. of …
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At an away game in North Augusta on Mar. 5, 2024, the Swampcats came out firing on all cylinders and took an early 4-0 lead at half time.  Fox Creek made adjustments at the half and scored 3 …
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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 …
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The Columbia VBA Regional Office is hosting a VA Claims Clinic March 11 at the Madren Conference Center (230 Madren Center Drive Clemson, SC 29634) from 9:00am - 3pm. The event will feature several …
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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 …
Frankie Len Gilbert
Frankie Len Gilbert
Frankie Len Gilbert, 72, formally of Angier, NC passed away on January 24, 2024, at Fox Hollow Senior Living in Southern Pines, NC. Frankie was born on November 20, 1951, in Harnett County, NC …
Education
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 …
SAFE Federal Credit Union invests over $100,000 in financial education for high school students
South Carolina high schools are receiving over $100,000 in aid from SAFE Federal Credit Union to address financial literacy. SAFE Federal Credit Union committed the funds to underwrite a …
Black History celebrations throughout the county
Many celebrations took place throughout this month in acknowledgement of Black History Month. The following photos are from events hosted at Vision By Deisgn, Manning Early Childhood Center, and …
Opinion
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 …
Sustained Excitement and the Super Bowl
Settle Down, settle down, I’m not talking to you I’m talking to myself. It is Super Bowl weekend. Excitement seems to be brewing like a witch’s cauldron filled with eye of newt. …