Posts by Karen Owens
Early registration closing soon for The Andy Quattlebaum Tour de Plantersville
August 10, 2026
Early registration for the annual Andy Quattlebaum Tour de Plantersville cycling event is ending soon. Riders interested in taking advantage of discounted early registration rates are encouraged to register now…
Read MorePosted in: georgetown-sc-gazette Category: on-the-move, outdoors, philanthropy, sports
Navigating the Aftermath: Resources for rebuilding and reopening
August 10, 2026
By Karen Owens Publisher Disasters and severe storms can disrupt a business in minutes, but the right preparation ensures your doors stay open. Following insights shared by local and state…
Read MorePosted in: georgetown-sc-gazette Category: advice, business-services, government, headlines, on-the-move, public-safety
Healthcare on Wheels: St. James Health and Wellness introduces new mobile clinic
August 8, 2026
St. James Health and Wellness is expanding its community reach with the launch of a new mobile care unit designed to bring essential healthcare services directly to local residents throughout…
Read MorePosted in: georgetown-sc-gazette Category: health-wellness, health-care, on-the-move
Two Christmas getaways offer big savings for holiday travelers
August 8, 2026
If you’ve been dreaming of a festive holiday vacation without the stress of planning every detail, this Christmas may be the perfect time to pack your bags. Storehouse Tours is…
Read MorePosted in: georgetown-sc-gazette Category: entertainment, history, on-the-move, travel
Pawleys Island Rotary Club announces its annual golf tournament at Litchfield Country Club
August 7, 2026
The Pawleys Island Rotary Club invites golfers, local businesses, and community members to participate in its annual Golf Tournament, taking place on Friday, October 30, 2026, at the Litchfield Country…
Read MorePosted in: georgetown-sc-gazette Category: non-profit, on-the-move, philanthropy, sports
New physician brings decades of OB/GYN experience to growing region
August 6, 2026
Women across the region now have expanded access to experienced obstetric and gynecologic care with the addition of Dr. Brent Baroody, M.D., to Tidelands Health OB/GYN. A board-certified OB/GYN with…
Read MorePosted in: georgetown-sc-gazette Category: health-care, on-the-move
Celebrate National Kids Track Trails Day in Georgetown County on August 15
August 5, 2026
Georgetown County Parks & Recreation invites families and outdoor enthusiasts to celebrate National Kids Track Trails Day on Saturday, August 15, 2026. The local celebration is part of the national…
Read MorePosted in: georgetown-sc-gazette Category: health-wellness, on-the-move, outdoors, sports
Don’t wait for the flood: Testing your plan with simulated exercises
August 5, 2026
By Karen Owens Publisher Disasters and severe storms can disrupt a business in minutes, but the right preparation ensures your doors stay open. Following insights shared by local and state…
Read MorePosted in: georgetown-sc-gazette Category: advice, business-services, headlines, on-the-move, public-safety
Georgetown County officials urge disaster preparedness during Emergency Management Awareness Month
August 5, 2026
Local officials are recognizing the efforts of emergency responders and disaster planners this August as Georgetown County marks National Emergency Management Awareness Month. County officials are using the annual observance…
Read MorePosted in: georgetown-sc-gazette Category: government, on-the-move, public-safety
Time is running out to experience Summer Light: Art by Night at Brookgreen Gardens
August 5, 2026
As the summer season reaches its peak, the clock is ticking on one of coastal South Carolina’s most enchanting evening events. Summer Light: Art by Night at Brookgreen Gardens in…
Read MorePosted in: georgetown-sc-gazette Category: entertainment, on-the-move, the-arts
Don’t Miss Out: Tickets still on sale for Seals & Crofts 2 tribute concert
August 5, 2026
The Pawleys Island Festival of Music and Art is reminding music lovers that tickets are selling fast for Seals & Crofts 2, hitting the stage on Friday, October 16, 2026,…
Read MorePosted in: georgetown-sc-gazette Category: entertainment, music, on-the-move
Tidelands Waccamaw Community Hospital earns top U.S. News & World Report recognition for spinal fusion and hip fracture treatment
August 5, 2026
MURRELLS INLET, S.C. — Tidelands Waccamaw Community Hospital has earned the highest distinction available in U.S. News & World Report’s annual Best Hospitals 2026-2027 procedures and conditions ratings. The hospital…
Read MorePosted in: georgetown-sc-gazette Category: health-wellness, health-care, on-the-move
Blink Book Review: “Good Writing: 36 Ways to Improve Your Sentences” by Anne Lamott and Neal Allen
August 5, 2026
By Reba Hull Campbell I’ve never met an Anne Lamott book I didn’t love. Most I’ve read multiple times. Anne’s writing is saucy, insightful, sometimes a little edgy, and…
Read MorePosted in: beaufortcurrent, lowcountrybizsc, midlandsbiz, georgetown-sc-gazette, upstatebizsc Category: advice, life, on-the-move, the-arts
New pickleball courts dedicated at Kaminski Park in Georgetown
August 4, 2026
The City of Georgetown officially expanded its community recreational offerings today with the completion of six new pickleball courts at Kaminski Park in the West End neighborhood. “Georgetown has always…
Read MorePosted in: georgetown-sc-gazette Category: government, health-wellness, on-the-move, outdoors, sports
Anderson Brothers Bank announces Wesley Bane as new loan officer
August 4, 2026
Anderson Brothers Bank is pleased to announce the promotion of Wesley Bane to Loan Officer at the bank’s Mullins office, located at 101 N. Main Street, Mullins, SC 29574. In…
Read MorePosted in: georgetown-sc-gazette Category: banking-and-finance, on-the-move
G3 Engineering & Surveying strengthens executive leadership team with key operations promotions
August 4, 2026
Brady Gantt, P.E., and Bruce Robinson, P.E., P.L.S., assume expanded executive leadership roles. As G3 Engineering & Surveying continues its strategic growth throughout the Southeast, the firm has strengthened its…
Read MorePosted in: georgetown-sc-gazette Category: engineering, on-the-move
Moody’s reaffirms South Carolina’s highest credit rating, helping protect taxpayer dollars
August 4, 2026
State Treasurer Curtis Loftis announced today that Moody’s Ratings has reaffirmed South Carolina’s Aaa credit rating, the highest rating awarded by the agency. The reaffirmation recognizes the state’s strong financial…
Read MorePosted in: georgetown-sc-gazette Category: banking-and-finance, financial-advisors, government, on-the-move
Outsmart Your Worst Money Instincts: Why a Financial Advisor is your best defense against emotional investing
August 3, 2026
By Ellis O’Tuell, CRPC®* Principal, Hammock Wealth Management We like to picture ourselves as cool, calculating financial strategists—analyzing numbers with computer-like precision. In reality, when market updates flash on our screens,…
Read MorePosted in: georgetown-sc-gazette Category: advice, banking-and-finance, financial-advisors, on-the-move
Nights of a Thousand Candles returns to Brookgreen Gardens for the 2026-2027 holiday season
July 31, 2026
The beloved holiday tradition will take place on 21 select nights from Nov. 27 through Jan. 3 Brookgreen Gardens will welcome the return of Nights of a Thousand Candles for 21 select evenings from Nov. 27,…
Read MorePosted in: georgetown-sc-gazette Category: festivals-special-events, non-profit, on-the-move, outdoors
Black River United Way to host Parenting in the Park seminar in September
July 31, 2026
Parents, caregivers, neighbors, and caring adults are invited to attend Parenting in the Park, a free family seminar designed to offer encouragement, connection, and practical parenting tools in a welcoming community…
Read MorePosted in: georgetown-sc-gazette Category: conversations, education, non-profit, on-the-move
Coastal Key Group welcomes Lowcountry native Caroline Altman to its real estate team
July 31, 2026
Coastal Key Group is pleased to announce the addition of licensed REALTOR® Caroline Altman to its growing real estate sales team in Murrells Inlet. Born and raised in Georgetown, South…
Read MorePosted in: georgetown-sc-gazette Category: on-the-move, residential-real-estate
SCDES announces Back-to-School resources for South Carolina teachers
July 31, 2026
As South Carolina teachers prepare for a new school year, the S.C. Department of Environmental Services (SCDES) is offering grants, free classroom resources and educational programs that help students explore…
Read MorePosted in: georgetown-sc-gazette Category: education, environmental, government, on-the-move
Pawleys Island Festival of Music & Art celebrates Tony Bennett with “The Good Life” tribute featuring Joe Gransden Orchestra
July 30, 2026
The Pawleys Island Festival of Music and Art (PIFMA) will host a tribute to one of the greatest icons of the Great American Songbook this fall. “The Good Life: A…
Read MorePosted in: georgetown-sc-gazette Category: entertainment, festivals-special-events, music, on-the-move, outdoors
Discover Lowcountry history on the water: Storehouse Tours announces late summer & fall Pontoon River Tours schedule
July 30, 2026
Step aboard Imagine, a canopy-covered five-passenger pontoon boat, for an intimate journey through the storied rivers and tributaries feeding Winyah Bay. Offered by Storehouse Tours, these unique excursion series combine…
Read MorePosted in: georgetown-sc-gazette Category: environmental, history, on-the-move, travel
Waccamaw Library announces Fall 2026 “Writing the Tide” workshop series
July 30, 2026
Local writers and aspiring authors can hone their craft this fall as the Waccamaw Library hosts its “Writing the Tide” monthly writing workshop series from August through December 2026. Facilitated…
Read MorePosted in: georgetown-sc-gazette Category: education, government, on-the-move
Anderson Brothers Bank welcomes Ben Hodges as Commercial Lending Officer
July 30, 2026
Anderson Brothers Bank is pleased to announce that Ben Hodges has joined the bank as a Commercial Lending Officer at its Conway branch, located at 2651 Church Street. In his…
Read MorePosted in: georgetown-sc-gazette Category: banking-and-finance, on-the-move
Award-Winning Astralis Chamber Ensemble presents “Evening in France” at Pawleys Island
July 30, 2026
Friends of Music at Precious Blood of Christ Catholic Church is pleased to announce the return of the award-winning Astralis Chamber Ensemble for a special performance, “Evening in France,” on…
Read MorePosted in: georgetown-sc-gazette Category: churches, entertainment, music, on-the-move, the-arts
Holocaust exhibit to visit Southern Georgetown Library in August
July 29, 2026
A traveling exhibit dedicated to the unique stories of children during the Holocaust will be on display at the Southern Georgetown Community Library Aug. 5 through 29. Titled “Stars Without…
Read MorePosted in: georgetown-sc-gazette Category: education, government, on-the-move
Volunteers needed for the 2026 Georgetown Harbor Sweep
July 29, 2026
Keep Georgetown Beautiful and the Winyah Rivers Alliance, in partnership with the S.C. Sea Grant Consortium and the South Carolina Department of Natural Resources, invite community members to join the…
Read MorePosted in: georgetown-sc-gazette Category: environmental, non-profit, on-the-move, outdoors, philanthropy
City of Georgetown adds part-time social media consultant during communications transition
July 29, 2026
The City of Georgetown has hired Mikayla Moskov as a part-time contractor to develop social media content and support public outreach while the city searches for a full-time public information…
Read MorePosted in: georgetown-sc-gazette Category: government, marketing-and-communications, on-the-move
Special Event Alert: Vinyl records join the weekly Georgetown Library Book Sale this Saturday!
July 29, 2026
Calling all bookworms and music lovers! The Friends of the Georgetown Library is hosting an extra special edition of its weekly sale this Saturday, August 1st, from 9:00 am to…
Read MorePosted in: georgetown-sc-gazette Category: education, entertainment, non-profit, on-the-move, philanthropy
Nourishing Community Health: St. James Health and Wellness hosts 3rd Annual Taste of Compassion Brunch
July 29, 2026
Food is medicine, and on Saturday, Aug. 8, the community has a chance to pull up a chair for a vital cause. St. James Health and Wellness will host its…
Read MorePosted in: georgetown-sc-gazette Category: food, health-wellness, health-care, on-the-move, philanthropy
Facing the Storm: Identifying your risks and building a plan
July 29, 2026
By Karen Owens Publisher Disasters and severe storms can disrupt a business in minutes, but the right preparation ensures your doors stay open. Following insights shared by local and state…
Read MorePosted in: georgetown-sc-gazette Category: advice, business-services, environmental, on-the-move, op-ed
HGTC Nursing graduates achieve 100% NCLEX pass rate in second quarter
July 29, 2026
Horry-Georgetown Technical College (HGTC) is proud to announce that 100% of first-time test-takers from both of its nursing programs passed their respective National Council Licensure Examination (NCLEX) during the second…
Read MorePosted in: georgetown-sc-gazette Category: education, health-care, on-the-move
A Conversation with Maureen Mulligan, Georgetown County’s Environmentalist
July 28, 2026
By Karen Owens Publisher Did you know Georgetown County enjoys a recycling rate of almost 40%? Or that they coordinate community litter pickups that have collected more than 600,000 pounds…
Read MorePosted in: georgetown-sc-gazette Category: environmental, government, on-the-move, outdoors
Anderson Brothers Bank promotes Jessica Suggs, CFMP, to Brand and Creative Manager
July 28, 2026
Anderson Brothers Bank is pleased to announce the promotion of Jessica Suggs, CFMP, to Brand and Creative Manager within the Bank’s Marketing Department. In this role, Suggs will lead the…
Read MorePosted in: georgetown-sc-gazette Category: banking-and-finance, marketing-and-communications, on-the-move
The Village Group welcomes veteran fundraising executive Rick Nikkel as Deputy Director of Development
July 28, 2026
The Village Group (TVG) is pleased to announce the appointment of Rick Nikkel as its new Deputy Director of Development, further strengthening the organization’s leadership team as it advances transformative…
Read MorePosted in: georgetown-sc-gazette Category: headlines, non-profit, on-the-move, philanthropy
Friends of the Waccamaw Library announces its Fall 1st Thursday series
July 28, 2026
The popular Friends of the Waccamaw Library (FOWL) 1st Thursday Speaker Series returns for another highly anticipated run in Fall 2026. Though subjects of presentations are eclectic, most highlight a…
Read MorePosted in: georgetown-sc-gazette Category: entertainment, government, on-the-move
Selling your home in today’s market: What every Georgetown seller should know
July 28, 2026
By Patty K. Pound Broker-in-Charge / Co-owner, Pound Real Estate Partners, LLC If you’ve been paying attention to the real estate market over the past few years, you’ve probably heard…
Read MorePosted in: georgetown-sc-gazette Category: advice, on-the-move, residential-real-estate
The Village Group is looking for community volunteers for its upcoming fall festivals
July 27, 2026
The Village Group is officially calling on community members, families, and civic groups to join hands as volunteers for two upcoming flagship local events this fall: the 9th Annual Andy…
Read MorePosted in: georgetown-sc-gazette Category: festivals-special-events, non-profit, on-the-move, philanthropy
Town of Andrews to host annual Back to School Supply Giveaway Aug. 1
July 27, 2026
ANDREWS, S.C. — The Town of Andrews will host its annual Back to School Supply Giveaway on Saturday, Aug. 1, offering free school supplies to local students ahead of the…
Read MorePosted in: georgetown-sc-gazette Category: education, government, on-the-move, philanthropy
CLASS announces August Moveable Feast schedule featuring award-winning authors and compelling new reads
July 27, 2026
CLASS (Cultural and Learning Arts School Series) has announced its August 2026 lineup for The Moveable Feast, its long-running weekly luncheon series connecting readers with authors, historians, and artists at…
Read MorePosted in: georgetown-sc-gazette Category: entertainment, on-the-move, the-arts
Hobcaw Barony welcomes Kira Roff as new Volunteer Coordinator
July 27, 2026
Hobcaw Barony / The Belle W. Baruch Foundation is pleased to announce the addition of Kira Roff to its team as the new Volunteer Coordinator. Roff brings a strong background…
Read MorePosted in: georgetown-sc-gazette Category: environmental, non-profit, on-the-move, outdoors
New sign celebrates Georgetown’s West End heritage and Howard High legacy
July 27, 2026
The City of Georgetown, in partnership with the City of Georgetown Arts and Cultural Commission, dedicated a new sign last week at the West End Heritage Center, honoring one of the city’s…
Read MorePosted in: georgetown-sc-gazette Category: government, history, non-profit, on-the-move, philanthropy, social-scene, the-arts
Cheers to Positively Primeval Cocktail Company on its one-year anniversary
July 24, 2026
Members of the Georgetown County Chamber of Commerce were joined by friends and family members to celebrate with Natasha Sprinkle and her team as they marked their first anniversary in…
Read MorePosted in: georgetown-sc-gazette Category: chamber, hospitality, on-the-move
Georgetown Family YMCA announces registration open for August swim lessons
July 24, 2026
Registration is now open for the upcoming August Swim Lesson session at the Georgetown Family YMCA. Designed to support skill progression and water safety year-round, swim lessons cater to all…
Read MorePosted in: georgetown-sc-gazette Category: health-wellness, non-profit, on-the-move, sports
Hobcaw Barony and SCDNR announce partnership for conservation, research, and public access
July 24, 2026
Hobcaw Barony recently welcomed participants of the South Carolina 7 (SC7) Expedition for a special announcement celebrating a new chapter in conservation and stewardship along South Carolina’s coast. The Belle…
Read MorePosted in: georgetown-sc-gazette Category: environmental, government, non-profit, on-the-move, outdoors
Call for Volunteers: 2027 Bridge2Bridge Run volunteer registration opens July 30!
July 24, 2026
Mark your calendars! Friendship Place Inc. is excited to announce that volunteer sign-ups for the 2027 Bridge2Bridge (B2B) Run will officially go live on Thursday, July 30, 2026. The annual…
Read MorePosted in: georgetown-sc-gazette Category: health-wellness, non-profit, on-the-move, philanthropy, sports
Get ready to grow and win: Plant Bingo is coming to the Quad!
July 24, 2026
Looking for a fresh, fun way to spend a Thursday night out? The Quad and Planted By The Sea are teaming up to present a brand-new, one-of-a-kind event: Plant Bingo!…
Read MorePosted in: georgetown-sc-gazette Category: entertainment, environmental, on-the-move, outdoors
Public meeting scheduled for July 30 to update Sampit residents on sewer project
July 23, 2026
Georgetown County Water and Sewer District will hold a public meeting on Thursday, July 30, at 6 p.m. at Southern Georgetown Library, 4187 Powell Road, to share updates on the…
Read MorePosted in: georgetown-sc-gazette Category: government, on-the-move, utilities
