Bringing the Community Together: Georgetown’s National Night Out
October 4, 2026
Georgetown residents are invited to come out and connect with local law enforcement at this year’s National Night Out on Tuesday, October 6 from 6:00 to 8:00 PM at East…
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HGTC invites community to 60th Birthday Fall Festival & Trunk-or-Treat
October 1, 2026
Horry-Georgetown Technical College (HGTC) is inviting the community to celebrate six decades of education, opportunity and service during the HGTC 60th Birthday Fall Festival & Trunk-or-Treat on Thursday, Oct. 29,…
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HGTC leaders honored by South Carolina Association of Technical College Commissioners
September 30, 2026
Horry-Georgetown Technical College (HGTC) leaders were recently recognized by the South Carolina Association of Technical College Commissioners (SCATCC) for distinguished leadership and decades of service to technical education in South…
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Discover autumn at the Black River Cypress Preserve: October events preview
September 29, 2026
As fall temperatures settle over South Carolina’s coastal plain, the Black River Cypress Preserve (BRCP) is inviting the public to explore its blackwater swamps, pine forests, and vibrant ecosystems. Throughout…
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Martha Lewis named Chair of HGTC Foundation Board of Directors for 2026
September 29, 2026
Retired physical therapist Martha Lewis has been selected to serve as chairperson of the Horry-Georgetown Technical College (HGTC) Foundation Board of Directors for 2026. Lewis brings decades of professional experience…
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Kiwanis Clubs to host annual “Field of Honor” flag display and scholarship fundraiser
September 28, 2026
The Kiwanis Clubs of Georgetown and Pawleys Island will host the annual Field of Honor® flag display from Nov. 7 through Dec. 12 on the front lawn of the former…
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HGTC names Christine D’Amicantonio 2026 Temporary Staff of the Year
September 23, 2026
Horry-Georgetown Technical College (HGTC) has named Christine C. D’Amicantonio, human resources generalist, its 2026 Temporary Staff of the Year, recognizing her exceptional service, positive spirit and unwavering commitment to helping…
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Community Spirit on Tap: Pawleys Tap House Partners with Friends of the Waccamaw Library
September 21, 2026
This fall and winter, local craft beer enthusiasts and literacy advocates alike have a compelling reason to gather at Pawleys Tap House & Grill. Owner/Manager Erin Carachilo and the team…
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Discover nearby adventures: Storehouse Tours unveils exciting new Day Trip lineup
September 21, 2026
Storehouse Tours has announced a fresh lineup of day trips packed with local culture, seasonal festivities, unique shopping, and nature experiences. Travel for these trips is conducted in a 15-passenger…
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Coach Ken Carter to address regional high school students at HGTC
September 18, 2026
The South Carolina Department of Employment and Workforce, in partnership with Horry-Georgetown Technical College (HGTC), the Coastal Carolina University (CCU) MISTER Program and Partnership Grand Strand, will host an inspirational…
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HGTC Area Commission selects Dr. Lori Heafner as college’s next president
September 18, 2026
The Horry-Georgetown Technical College (HGTC) Area Commission has selected Lori A. Heafner, Ph.D., as the next president of Horry-Georgetown Technical College following a comprehensive national search. The Area Commission made…
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SCETV explores changes and challenges in healthcare in new episode of IMPACT South Carolina and live episode of Palmetto Perspectives
September 17, 2026
South Carolina ETV (SCETV) announces the premiere and screening of a new episode of IMPACT South Carolina(opens in new tab) as well as an opportunity for the public to be part…
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Able SC receives $80,000 grant from Power:Ed to support transition skills for rural SC youth with disabilities
September 16, 2026
Able South Carolina(opens in new tab) (Able SC), has been awarded an $80,000 grant from SC Student Loan(opens in new tab) Corporation through its philanthropy, Power:Ed(opens in new tab), to…
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CRG Homes invests $15,000 in HGTC Foundation to support student success
September 16, 2026
CRG Homes has contributed $15,000 to the Horry-Georgetown Technical College (HGTC) Foundation, becoming one of the Foundation’s premier event sponsors and demonstrating the company’s commitment to supporting student success and…
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GCSD announces scheduling updates for partial attendance days, spring graduations
September 14, 2026
Mark your calendars! Georgetown County School District(opens in new tab) families are encouraged to take note of key dates for the 2026–2027 school year, including half-days, early staff development dismissals,…
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Don’t Miss out! “A Message From 1976: Time Capsule Show and Tell” happens Tuesday, Sept 15
September 11, 2026
As part of the ongoing America 250 Commemoration, the Georgetown Library will host “A Message From 1976: Time Capsule Show and Tell” on September 15, 2026, from 4:30 to 6:00…
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HGTC Foundation dedicates Pamela Lord Moyers Dental Assisting Lab
September 10, 2026
The Horry-Georgetown Technical College (HGTC) Foundation officially dedicated the Pamela Lord Moyers Dental Assisting Lab during a special ceremony, honoring Moyers’ contributions to dental assisting education and her lasting impact…
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HGTC names Dr. Nancy Lynch 2026 Adjunct Faculty of the Year
September 9, 2026
Horry-Georgetown Technical College (HGTC) has named Dr. Nancy Lynch, adjunct faculty member in the Physical Therapist Assistant program, the College’s 2026 Adjunct Faculty of the Year, recognizing an educator whose…
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Popular Tuesdays With series to kick off Sept. 15 at Georgetown Library
September 8, 2026
The Friends of the Georgetown Library (FOGL) has announced the return of its popular “Tuesdays With…” Speaker Series for the 2026–2027 season, featuring a broad range of topics focused on…
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HGTC recognizes 2026 Marshall Altman Top Tech Award recipients
September 8, 2026
Horry-Georgetown Technical College (HGTC) recently recognized Justin Dillow and Von See Rowland as the 2026 recipients of the Marshall Altman Top Tech Award, an honor presented to outstanding students in…
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29th Season of the Moveable Feast brings authors and dining together in Pawleys Island
September 8, 2026
The Moveable Feast, a weekly series connecting community members with regional authors, artists, musicians, and historians, has announced its luncheon schedule through November 2026. Now in its 29th year, the…
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Carolina Kids Afterschool Program has openings for eligible elementary students in Pawleys Island
September 7, 2026
Families in the Pawleys Island area who need safe, affordable afterschool support for young children still have an opportunity to enroll. While Carolina Kids Afterschool Program sites serving intermediate and…
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Nashville’s premier songwriters headed to Georgetown’s Kaminski House for benefit concert
September 4, 2026
Music lovers in Georgetown will have a unique opportunity to experience the heart of Music City next week when the Healthy Learners Nashville Songwriters in the Round concert series comes…
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Community support needed: Georgetown Family YMCA launches September school supply drive
September 4, 2026
The Georgetown Family YMCA Youth Development Team has officially kicked off its “Supplies for Success” September School Supply Drive, running through September 25th, to equip local students with essential tools…
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HTC employees invest in local high school golf programs
September 4, 2026
Annual Co-Op Cup Tournament Raises $14,000 to Support Student Athletes Across Horry, Georgetown and Marion Counties. HTC, the largest telecommunications cooperative in the United States, continues to invest in local…
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Stella’s Homemade Ice Cream kicks off 3rd Annual “Ice Cream Wars” to benefit local schools
September 3, 2026
MURRELLS INLET, S.C. — Sweet competition is returning to Murrells Inlet as Stella’s Homemade Ice Cream(opens in new tab) launches its 3rd Annual Battle of the Schools: Ice Cream Wars.…
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Georgetown Growers Market to host “Loving Fall Fest” community celebration
September 3, 2026
The Growers Market(opens in new tab) has announced its upcoming Loving Fall Fest, taking place on Saturday, September 19, 2026, from 9:00 AM to 1:00 PM at 120 North Fraser…
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HGTC Area Commission announces three finalists for college presidency
September 2, 2026
The Horry-Georgetown Technical College (HGTC) Area Commission has selected three finalists for the presidency of Horry-Georgetown Technical College following a national search. The finalists, listed in alphabetical order, are Chad…
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Historian to present book on 1947 Willie Earle lynching in Pawleys Island
September 2, 2026
Author Dr. William B. Gravely will return to his home state on Saturday, Oct. 10, to discuss his book about Willie Earle, the victim of South Carolina’s last recorded lynching.…
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Brookgreen Gardens to host ninth annual Gullah Geechee Junkanoo Festival
September 1, 2026
Brookgreen Gardens(opens in new tab) will celebrate West African, Caribbean, and Gullah Geechee culture during its 9th annual Gullah Geechee Junkanoo Festival on Saturday, September 12, 2026, from 10:00 am…
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Celebrate history and freedom at Brookgreen Gardens’ Constitution Day celebration
September 1, 2026
This September, step back into American history at Brookgreen Gardens(opens in new tab) for a full day of historical performances, educational activities, and patriotic tradition during the annual Constitution Day…
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Georgetown Library to open Middle Passage exhibit with presentation by Dr. Shannon Eaves
September 1, 2026
College of Charleston historian Dr. Shannon C. Eaves will deliver a public presentation on the history and legacy of the Middle Passage in South Carolina at 4 p.m. Thursday, Oct.…
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HGTC sees 7% growth in continuing student enrollment for Fall 2026
August 31, 2026
More than 4,600 continuing students return as overall fall registration surpasses 9,000 for second consecutive year Horry-Georgetown Technical College (HGTC) is reporting a 7% increase in continuing student enrollment this…
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Discover 4-H drop-in event coming to Georgetown County Library on September 3
August 27, 2026
Clemson University Cooperative Extension in Georgetown County invites local youth, parents, and community members to a free “Discover 4-H” drop-in event on Thursday, September 3, 2026, from 4:00 to 6:00…
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A Back-to-School Time Conversation with Olivia Kilton of Grand Strand Health
August 26, 2026
Helping our children cope and thrive as they return to school By Karen Owens Publisher Most schools throughout the Lowcountry have been back in session for a couple of weeks…
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Georgetown County Library secures $40,500 grant for American Innovation Series
August 26, 2026
“From Independence to Interstellar” will mark America’s 250th with free programs, new books, and online access The Georgetown County Library (GCL) has been awarded a major grant in support of…
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19 Georgetown County schools named 2026 America’s Healthiest Schools
August 26, 2026
Georgetown County School District is proud to announce that 19 schools have been named 2026 America’s Healthiest Schools by Alliance for a Healthier Generation, with schools earning recognition in areas…
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Low Country Herb Society announces September meeting featuring “The Bee Preacher” Tom Francis
August 25, 2026
The Low Country Herb Society will open its 2026–2027 season with a September meeting on Tuesday, Sept. 8, at 9:15 a.m. at the Waccamaw Library. The program will feature guest…
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The Village Group receives a $45,000 grant from Power:Ed
August 24, 2026
Plantersville Summer Academy to use grant to curb summer learning loss, boost social-emotional support for rural youth The Village Group, a nonprofit located in rural Georgetown County, working to equip youth with the…
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High school students invited to apply for hands-on nursing event at Tidelands Health
August 24, 2026
Tidelands Health is encouraging high school juniors and seniors in Georgetown, Horry and Williamsburg counties who are interested in pursuing a career in nursing to apply for the health system’s annual Nurses are Extraordinary event. The day-long event will…
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Friends of the Waccamaw Library announces call for book donations to support community programs
August 11, 2026
The Friends of the Waccamaw Library (FOWL) is asking community members and book lovers to clear off their bookshelves for a good cause. FOWL is currently accepting donations of gently-used…
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Georgetown County School District students continue academic growth on 2026 SC READY Assessments
August 11, 2026
Georgetown County School District (GCSD) students continued to build on multiple years of academic growth in English Language Arts (ELA) and Mathematics, according to the 2026 South Carolina College- and…
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U.S. Coast Guard Auxiliary offers Boating Safety Certification Class in Pawleys Island
August 10, 2026
Flotilla 12-10 (Georgetown, SC) of the United States Coast Guard Auxiliary will host an 8-hour Boating Safety Certification Class on Friday, August 28, and Saturday, August 29. This two-part course…
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HTC invests in Horry County’s youngest learners through expanded Ready, Set, Kindergarten partnership
August 10, 2026
Cooperative Sponsorship Helps United Way of Horry County Expand Kindergarten Readiness Program to Six Elementary Schools Across Horry County HTC, the largest telecommunications cooperative in the United States, is investing…
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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…
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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…
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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…
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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…
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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…
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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…
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