Congaree Land Trust presents 9th annual signature event – Game & Garden Soirée
February 24, 2026
Join Congaree Land Trust for the 9th Annual Game & Garden Soirée on Wednesday, April 1st from 6pm to 9pm. As one of the organization’s signature fundraising events, this highly…
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HGTC and SCDNR launch coastal restoration partnership with community oyster roast
February 22, 2026
Horry-Georgetown Technical College (HGTC) officially launched a new environmental partnership between its Wildlife Society Chapter and the South Carolina Department of Natural Resources (SCDNR) on Friday, Feb. 20. The collaboration,…
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Tiny Travelers Returning: Hummingbird Migration Approaches the Golden Strip
February 22, 2026
The buzz of spring is nearly upon us as the Upstate prepares for the arrival of its smallest and most energetic seasonal visitors. As of late February 2026, the ruby-throated…
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Upstate Forever Protects Over 1,200 Acres in Laurens County, Including One of Its Largest Conservation Projects
February 21, 2026
Laurens County is home to two of the nine properties recently placed under permanent conservation by Upstate Forever, preserving significant working lands and forest resources as part of a broader…
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Upstate Forever announces 2,100+ recently conserved acres
February 19, 2026In the final months of 2025, local conservation nonprofit Upstate Forever worked with landowners and partners to close on more than 2,100 additional acres of conservation easements across seven counties: Anderson,…
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A Measured Start: Mayor’s Forum focuses on real issues facing Georgetown
February 18, 2026
By Karen Owens, Publisher For residents looking for high drama or theatrics at the Winyah Auditorium last Thursday, the inaugural Mayor’s Forum did not live up to that threshold, which…
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G3 Engineering & Surveying celebrates 15th anniversary with launch of scholarship program supporting future industry leaders
February 18, 2026
G3 Engineering & Surveying proudly celebrates its 15th anniversary this month, marking a milestone in the firm’s growth, service, and commitment to the Southeastern United States. To commemorate this significant…
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Swamp Rabbit Trail Expansion into Fountain Inn Breaks Ground
February 12, 2026
A long-anticipated connection is officially moving forward as construction begins on a new section of the Swamp Rabbit Trail extending deeper into the Golden Strip. The expansion will link portions…
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Tuesdays with… at the Georgetown Library features presentation on Brookgreen Gardens
February 11, 2026
The Friends of the Georgetown Library are welcoming Robin Salmon, Vice President of Art and Historical Collections and Curator of Sculpture at Brookgreen Gardens, as their featured guest speaker this…
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Brookgreen Gardens announces nature-inspired spring break camps for students
February 11, 2026
Brookgreen Gardens has opened registration for its 2026 Spring Break Camp series, offering students from kindergarten through sixth grade an immersive experience in the intersection of art and nature. The…
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Come say farewell to Riverbanks’ brothers
February 9, 2026
Two of Riverbanks Zoo and Garden’s young gorillas, Moyo and ZaKota, are preparing for a big move. Born at Riverbanks in 2018, the pair will relocate to Dallas Zoo in…
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S.C. Environmental Awareness Award presented to ‘Save Our Saluda’ President Melanie Ruhlman
February 5, 2026
The South Carolina Department of Environmental Services (SCDES) and participating state agencies proudly announce Melanie Ruhlman, president of “Save Our Saluda”, as the recipient of the 2025 South Carolina Environmental Awareness…
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Emerger Strategies partners with Ecolytics to help fly fishing and outdoor brands achieve credible sustainability data and B Corp readiness
February 4, 2026
Emerger Strategies, a sustainability solutions provider serving fishing and outdoor brands, announced a strategic partnership with Ecolytics, a sustainability data and impact management platform. The partnership expands Emerger Strategies’ capabilities…
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Brookgreen Gardens announces closure due to winter weather
January 30, 2026
Due to the forecasted snow and potentially unsafe driving conditions, Brookgreen Gardens will be closed January 31 and February 1. Citing the safety of their guests, staff, and community…
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Draft 2026 aquatic plant management plan available for public review and comments
January 29, 2026
The public is invited to review and provide comments on the draft 2026 South Carolina Aquatic Plant Management Plan, which outlines how native and non-native aquatic plants should be best…
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Sustain SC welcomes new board member and announces executive committee updates
January 29, 2026
Sustain SC announced updates to its Board of Directors, including the addition of a new board member and leadership changes to the Executive Committee that will support the organization’s purpose…
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Waccamaw Library to screen documentary on purple martins in South Carolina
January 26, 2026
Film Is Part of 2026 SC Hammock Coast Birding Festival This movie is definitely “for the birds”! As part of the fourth annual SC Hammock Coast Birding Festival, the Waccamaw…
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Critical gap along Savannah River corridor protected forever
January 20, 2026Lowcountry Land Trust announced the permanent protection of the Garnett Tract, a 664-acre property located on the Hampton/Jasper county line. With road frontage along both SC Highway 119 and U.S.…
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Riverbanks roars into 2026 with new lions, Free Fridays, and can’t-miss events
January 13, 2026
Riverbanks Zoo and Garden is kicking off 2026 with the arrival of two young African lions, the return of Free Fridays for local residents, and a full lineup of events…
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Heritage launches landscaping giveaway to support local nonprofits in Charleston, Columbia, and Greenville
January 13, 2026
Three Nonprofits to Receive a Full Year of Professional Landscaping Services Heritage, a leading provider of commercial landscape solutions for South Carolina businesses, announced today the launch of a new…
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Georgetown County implements outdooring burning ban – UPDATE
January 11, 2026
Effective of January 12, Georgetown County has lifted the outdoor burning ban thanks to improved fire weather conditions. However, residents are still encouraged to exercise caution if conducting outdoor burning,…
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South Carolina Water Utilities employees continue strong tradition of community service in 2025
January 6, 2026
Team Members Dedicate 730 Volunteer Hours Supporting Families, Schools, Community Organizations, and Environmental Stewardship Across South Carolina Giving back to the communities it serves remains a core part of South…
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Echoes & Insights – The Bounty of the Land: Natural Wonders & Trails of Laurens County
December 29, 2025
DECEMBER 2025 COLUMN Echoes & Insights: The Laurens County Series. Readers are invited to journey through the history of Laurens County, uncovering the stories, places, and people that have shaped…
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GOAT program celebrates record-breaking year, prepares for 2026
December 12, 2025
Georgetown County’s Outdoor Adventure Trails program, better known as GOAT, closed out its second year with strong participation and mileage totals. Parks and Recreation staff said the program’s second full…
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HGTC Forestry and Wildlife Students Awarded Georgetown Soil & Water Conservation District Scholarships
December 12, 2025
Horry-Georgetown Technical College (HGTC) is pleased to announce that five (5) Forestry and Wildlife Management students have been awarded $500 scholarships from the Georgetown Soil & Water Conservation District. The…
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Partners establish future county park along the Ashley River
December 11, 2025
Lowcountry Land Trust and Dorchester County Government announced the permanent protection of the Barry Tract, a 67-acre property along the historic Ashley River Road National Scenic Byway. The Land Trust has officially…
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Upstate Forever’s land trust attains fourth national accreditation; announces nearly 450 acres in new conservation easements
December 9, 2025
Local conservation nonprofit Upstate Forever recently announced two updates related to its land trust. First, the organization recently attained its fourth accreditation by the Land Trust Accreditation Commission, which recognizes land trusts…
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Century-old live oak successfully relocated to anchor new Gather MTP campus
December 4, 2025
A century-old live oak has completed a rare journey across the future Gather MTP campus in Midtown Mount Pleasant, officially taking its place as the defining marker of the new…
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Sustain SC awards second round of grants through Land and Water Action Platform
December 4, 2025
Sustain SC has announced the second round of grants awarded through its Land and Water Action Platform (LAWAP), advancing conservation projects across South Carolina in partnership with the state’s business…
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Georgetown County entities benefit from S.C. Rural Infrastructure Authority construction grants
November 25, 2025The S.C. Rural Infrastructure Authority (RIA) has approved grant assistance for 21 projects, totaling approximately $23 million, to address critical infrastructure needs related to public health, water quality and resiliency,…
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Congaree Land Trust announces conservation of 221 acres in Kershaw County
November 25, 2025
Preserving Birthplace of South Carolina’s State Dog KERSHAW COUNTY, SC — The Congaree Land Trust (CLT) announced the conservation of an additional 221 acres of land in Kershaw County. Pine…
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Conservation partners unite to protect Blessing Plantation, forever
November 25, 2025
Lowcountry Land Trust is honored to celebrate Berkeley County, the Open Space Institute (OSI), and the des Francs family in permanently protecting the entirety of Blessing Plantation, a 628-acre historic property…
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🦪 Georgetown and Horry County Councils Recognize Oyster Shell Recycling Efforts
November 17, 2025
MURRELLS INLET, S.C. (Nov. 17, 2025) — Local oyster recycling efforts are receiving dual recognition this week as both Horry and Georgetown County Councils issue proclamations aimed at promoting the…
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Lowcountry Land Trust protects 3 generations of family land on Johns Island
November 13, 2025
Lowcountry Land Trust, a nonprofit committed to preserving Lowcountry landscapes and waterways for current and future generations, is proud to announce the permanent protection of a 37-acre property on Johns…
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Sustainable Forestry and African American Land Retention Network transitions to nonprofit, expanding its impact across the rural South
November 12, 2025The U.S. Endowment for Forestry and Communities and the Sustainable Forestry and African American Land Retention (SFLR) Network, a pioneering initiative launched in 2012 through support from the U.S. Endowment…
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Moore & Van Allen earns 24 Charleston metropolitan rankings in 2026 edition of Best Law Firms®
November 9, 2025
Moore & Van Allen PLLC (MVA) announced that the firm’s Charleston office earned 24 metropolitan rankings in the 2026 edition of Best Law Firms®. The firm also earned nine national…
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Presbyterian College’s New Eco Hub Brings Composting and Community Together
November 9, 2025
Dr. Sabrina Moore secures grant to launch innovative recycling initiative on campus. Presbyterian College is taking a major step toward sustainability with the launch of its new Eco Hub, a composting…
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Lions, turtle, octopus – Oh My! A season of new adventures at Riverbanks Zoo
November 7, 2025
Riverbanks Zoo and Garden is recognizing both a notable farewell and an exciting new beginning at the Darnall W. and Susan F. Boyd Aquarium & Reptile Conservation Center. On October…
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TLC Upstate Lawn & Pest
November 3, 2025We are a local lawn care and pest control company serving Upstate, South Carolina.
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Governor, dignitaries celebrate largest conservation easement in SC history
October 31, 2025
A coalition of 17 public, private and non-profit conservation organizations celebrated the announcement of the largest conservation easement in state history Wednesday on the banks of the Black River in…
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Georgetown County Earns Honorable Mention for Outdoor Trails Initiative
October 29, 2025
The South Carolina Association of Counties has recognized Georgetown County with an honorable mention in the 2025 J. Mitchell Graham Memorial Award competition for its Georgetown Outdoor Adventure Trails project.…
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SCDNR’s oyster restoration program celebrates 25 years
October 29, 2025Director says program is one of the top oyster recycling and restoration efforts nationwide The South Carolina Department of Natural Resources (SCDNR) hosted a “partnership meeting” earlier this month at…
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2025 Lake Sweep River Sweep
October 23, 2025
On September 20, 2025, Keep the Midlands Beautiful (KMB) coordinated Lake Sweep/River Sweep, an annual cleanup of Lake Murray and surrounding waterways, with help from over 30 event partners including…
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266-acre Knight Tract protected forever
October 23, 2025
Lowcountry Land Trust announced the acquisition of the 266-acre Knight Tract in Dorchester County. This project represents a significant step toward achieving a long-held conservation goal: connecting the 13,000+ acres…
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Drug Take Back Day
October 21, 2025
Greer CPW and the Greer Police Department are again partnering for their annual Drug Take Back Day . This collaboration has been going strong since 2016, and together they’ve collected…
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Cobblestone Land Co. launches to redefine land development services across the Southeast
October 20, 2025
Cobblestone Land Co., a full-service landscape and hardscape development company, formerly Bridgewater Land Services, announced its official launch, bringing a new level of clarity, accountability and craftsmanship to the land…
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Congaree Land Trust Presents Fall Celebration – Sunday at Wavering Place
October 16, 2025
Join Congaree Land Trust (CLT) for this year’s fall conservation celebration, “Sunday at Wavering Place,” on Sunday, November 2nd, from 11:30 a.m. to 3:30 p.m. This event will recognize CLT’s…
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Time Is Running Out: Submit to the 2025 Earth & Sky Photo Contest by October 31
October 15, 2025
The Laurens County Conservation District is giving community photographers one last nudge—there’s less than a month remaining to enter the 2025 Earth & Sky Photo Contest and showcase the natural…
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U.S. Endowment for Forestry and Communities administers $5 million in Wood Innovation Grants
October 14, 2025As National Forest Products Week is observed each October, the U.S. Endowment for Forestry and Communities (the Endowment) is highlighting one of its partner programs that supports and advances U.S.-based…
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Dominion Energy to begin performing tree trimming activities as scheduled for 2025
October 7, 2025
Dominion Energy will begin performing tree trimming activities along overhead utility lines in the following neighborhoods on Monday, October 6, 2025, at 7:30 a.m. – 6:00 p.m. Distribution Line Tree Trimming:…
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