As we welcome March, I’m excited to share that this month, The Manning Times is celebrating Women’s History Month by featuring local women who have made an impact on our community. Throughout the month, we’ll continue to highlight inspiring women who have shaped our county’s history and continue to influence its future. We started last week with Pansy Ridgeway, Manning’s first female mayor, whose leadership paved the way for future generations. This week we share the life of Dr. Rose Wilder, the first Black female superintendent for the state of South Carolina.
Women’s History Month holds special meaning for us because The Manning Times is powered by an all-female staff. I am disproportionately proud to be part of this hardworking, dedicated team of women. Our publisher, Leigh Ann Maynard, started on the sales staff 15 years ago and took over as publisher a few years later, leading the paper with dedication and vision. Alex Feagin, our office manager, and Katherine Hutchinson, our graphics director, have been with us for almost three years and are the backbone of our daily operations. Our newest team members, sales representatives Leighann McManus and Sara Duck, have already proven to be invaluable additions, bringing fresh energy and enthusiasm to our office.
As a small but mighty team, we work hard to bring you the news that matters—from local government meetings and high school sports to church events and community celebrations. We are always looking for stories that deserve to be told, so if there’s something happening in Clarendon County that you think we should cover, don’t hesitate to call or email us.
Happy March! I hope to see you around town or at the office soon. Thank you for being part of The Manning Times family—we couldn’t do this without you.
Warm regards,
Melissa
