Georgetown County Parks & Recreation announces 2026 Youth Fall Sports registration sign-ups now open for flag football and cheerleading
June 11, 2026
Georgetown County Parks & Recreation is excited to announce that registration is officially open for the highly anticipated 2026 youth Flag Football and Cheerleading fall season. Parents and guardians are…
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Hastings Hensel named new Georgetown County Library Poet Laureate
June 10, 2026
The Georgetown County Library (GCL) has officially appointed accomplished writer and educator Hastings Hensel as its second Poet Laureate. His two-year term will run from June 30, 2026, until June…
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Primary Elections 2026 Recap: And the winner is…
June 10, 2026
Here is a brief recap of Tuesday evening’s election results. For more information, visit the Georgetown County Election and Voter Registration website. Statewide offices In the Gubernatorial race, Lt. Governor…
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Kids can earn prizes Reading with a Ranger at Hampton Plantation this summer
June 9, 2026
McCLELLANVILLE, SC — Looking for a way to keep your kids engaged, reading, and enjoying the great outdoors this summer? Hampton Plantation State Historic Site has the perfect solution. Starting…
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Sen. Tim Scott questions Treasury Secretary Bessent on opportunity zones at the Senate Finance Committee hearing
June 9, 2026
WASHINGTON — U.S. Senator Tim Scott (R-S.C.), member of the Senate Finance Committee, questioned the Department of Treasury Secretary Scott Bessent at the committee’s hearing on the fiscal year 2027 budget.…
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Registration now open for free July youth sports camps in Georgetown County
June 9, 2026
Georgetown County Parks & Recreation is excited to announce that registration is officially open for its upcoming series of youth sports camps this July. Offered completely free of charge, these…
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Horry-Georgetown Technical College launches national presidential search; invites public input via community survey
June 8, 2026
The Horry-Georgetown Technical College (HGTC) Area Commission officially announced today the launch of a national search to identify the college’s next President. The Area Commission is fully committed to an…
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New ordinance aims to protect historic Pawleys Island homes from demolition standards
June 8, 2026
Pawleys Island is moving forward with a newly drafted historic preservation ordinance designed to legally protect its signature “arrogantly shabby” architectural aesthetic. The initiative is primarily aimed at saving older,…
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Your voice is needed: Help shape Georgetown County’s new Oyster Recycling Program!
June 8, 2026
Georgetown County recently announced an exciting new oyster shell recycling initiative to help clean our local waters, restore declining oyster populations, and keep tons of waste out of our landfills.…
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South Carolina ranks 38th in 2026 KIDS COUNT Data Book as Children’s Trust continues to urge investments that support children and families
June 8, 2026
State score increase is largest in the nation; despite showing progress over time, South Carolina continues to be behind the majority of states in child well-being Critical child and family well-being measures show…
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Georgetown Mayor issues statement regarding funding cuts for Kaminski House Museum
June 6, 2026
On Friday, June 5, the City of Georgetown provided this statement from Mayor Jay Doyle on the proposed $50,000 budget cut in funding for the Friends of the Kaminski House…
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City of Georgetown names Nelson Brown as new Chief of Police
June 5, 2026
City Administrator Scott Whittier and Mayor Jay Doyle announced today that the City of Georgetown has selected Nelson E. Brown as its next Chief of Police. Brown currently serves as…
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June is Zero Tolerance for Litter Month in South Carolina
June 3, 2026
June marks Zero Tolerance for Litter Month in South Carolina, a statewide initiative led by PalmettoPride and the South Carolina Litter Control Association aimed at reducing litter, illegal dumping, and…
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GCSD Board names new principals for Andrews High and Rosemary Middle for next year
June 3, 2026
The Georgetown County Board of Education recently approved two principal appointments during its May 19, 2026 board meeting. Kevin Branham was named principal of Andrews High School. Branham currently serves…
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City of Georgetown provides public notice of FY 2026/2027 proposed budget and imposition of fee adjustments
June 3, 2026
Pursuant to Sections 6-1-80 and 6-1-330(A) of the S.C. Code of Laws, public notice is hereby given that the City Council for the City of Georgetown (“City Council”), as the governing body of the City of Georgetown, South Carolina (the “City”), will hold public hearings on June 18, 2026, at 5:30 pm (or as soon thereafter as practical) at the Municipal Court…
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Museum around the Corner: Georgetown County Historical Society Museum
June 1, 2026
By Mary Boyd George, Prince of Wales, ascended to the throne of Great Britain in June of 1727. This was a busy time for the Colonies. Towns were springing up…
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Georgetown County to hold Hurricane Season Business & Industry Prep Day
May 29, 2026
Georgetown County businesses and industry partners are invited to attend a Hurricane Season Business & Industry Prep Day on Wednesday, June 24, 2026, from 10:00 am to 12:00 pm, followed…
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The SBA Patriot Pitch Competition: Your Business can be America’s next winner
May 29, 2026
By: Tyler Teresa, U.S. Small Business Administration Southeast Regional Administrator overseeing the agency’s programs and services in Florida, Alabama, Georgia, Mississippi, Kentucky, North Carolina, South Carolina and Tennessee. Since the…
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Hundreds of Georgetown residents come out to celebrate unveiling of Whispers of My Ancestor, Harriet Tubman and Georgetown’s rich history
May 29, 2026
By Karen Owens, Publisher It was an auspicious occasion filled with excitement and anticipation as hundreds of local residents and visitors filled up the main Georgetown Library branch to watch…
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State Treasurer Curtis Loftis celebrates National 529 Day with $529 grants for newborns
May 28, 2026
South Carolina’s tiniest residents could score a big head start on their future thanks to the return of the PalmettoBaby Grant Program. State Treasurer Curtis Loftis announced today that every…
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Secretary of State Mark Hammond heralds amendments to SC Solicitation of Charitable Funds Act as win for donors and nonprofits
May 28, 2026
Today Secretary of State Mark Hammond recognized recent amendments to the South Carolina Solicitation of Charitable Funds Act as a win for both donors and nonprofits. “I am happy that…
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Georgetown County nears landmark wetlands protection law
May 27, 2026
Georgetown County is one final vote away from becoming the first in the area to enact standalone local protections for freshwater streams and “isolated wetlands”—habitats that are no longer covered…
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SC Senate kills White House-backed redistricting bill
May 27, 2026
The South Carolina Senate effectively defeated a Republican-led effort to overhaul the state’s congressional map on Tuesday, May 26, 2026. The 26-18 vote to kill the bill included 14 Republicans…
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South Carolina first in nation to designate annual Gold Shield Day for fallen first responders
May 27, 2026
South Carolina Gov. Henry McMaster has signed legislation making the Palmetto State the first in the nation to permanently designate June 1 as “Gold Shield Day,” an annual day of…
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Flummoxed over the flag: The historic loophole keeping South Carolina’s iconic banner in limbo
May 27, 2026
It is proudly displayed on front porches, stamped across t-shirts, and flown atop government buildings from the Upstate down to the coast. Yet, despite its status as one of the…
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Prep for the Polls: What Georgetown County voters need to know ahead of the June 9 primaries
May 27, 2026
The 2026 midterm election cycle is officially kicking into high gear, and Georgetown County voters are preparing to head to the polls. On Tuesday, June 9, 2026, South Carolina will…
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Popular Household Hazardous Waste Disposal event returns this weekend
May 27, 2026
Georgetown County residents have an opportunity to safely dispose of household hazardous materials and sensitive documents at a free collection event Saturday, May 30, from 9 a.m. to noon at…
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Georgetown County Parks & Rec summer deadline is fast approaching
May 26, 2026
The Georgetown County Parks and Recreation Department wants residents to know time is running out to sign up for their June Youth Programs, with registration closing this week. There are…
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South Carolina’s Hands-Free law in full effect as 100 Deadly Days of Summer begin
May 25, 2026
Memorial Day marks the start of the 100 Deadly Days of Summer, and the South Carolina Department of Public Safety is urging drivers to put the phone down before getting…
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South Carolina officials urge preparation ahead of June 1 Hurricane Season
May 25, 2026
With the calendar flipping to June, South Carolina officials are reminding residents that the time to prepare for severe tropical weather is before a storm ever develops in the Atlantic.…
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Make a Difference on Wheels: Georgetown County School District is hiring bus drivers this summer
May 23, 2026
Every school day, a child’s education begins and ends with a crucial journey—the ride on a school bus. To ensure every student arrives safely and ready to learn, the Georgetown…
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Precision and Power on Display: Lowcountry Backhoe Roadeo competition tests skills, builds camaraderie
May 23, 2026
GEORGETOWN, S.C. — The hum of heavy machinery and the spirit of competition took center stage Thursday, May 21, in Georgetown as county and municipal public works employees gathered to…
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City of Georgetown earns 2025 Tree City USA recognition from Arbor Day Foundation
May 22, 2026
At last night’s City Council meeting, City Administrator Scott Whittier announced that the City of Georgetown was named a 2025 Tree City USA in honor of its commitment to plant,…
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HGTC Foundation receives gift from Leadership South Carolina Class of 2026 to combat student food insecurity
May 20, 2026
Funds from statewide “Tree to Table” class project will expand food access for HGTC students working to advance their education and their lives Horry-Georgetown Technical College (HGTC) announced today that…
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“The American Revolutionary War in South Carolina” exhibit at Georgetown Library in June & July
May 20, 2026
Free Public Exhibit Is Part of “A Glorious Cause” 250th Celebration During June and July 2026, The American Revolutionary War in South Carolina, a traveling exhibit from the South Carolina…
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SCDNR to offer courtesy boat inspections during Memorial Day weekend
May 19, 2026
The South Carolina Department of Natural Resources (SCDNR) will offer complimentary boat inspections at public boat landings across the state during Memorial Day weekend, helping boaters confirm they have required…
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HGTC honors student achievement during inaugural Celebration of Success ceremony
May 19, 2026
Horry-Georgetown Technical College (HGTC) recently recognized outstanding student achievement during its inaugural Celebration of Success ceremony held May 6 on the Conway Campus. The new pre-commencement event was created to…
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As boating season kicks off, state law and common sense demand safety on the water
May 18, 2026
National Safe Boating Week, May 16-22, serves as a timely reminder before Memorial Day weekend With Memorial Day weekend approaching and South Carolina’s lakes, rivers, and coastal waters filling up…
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South Carolina law now protects farmers’ roadside markets from commercial zoning, regulation
May 18, 2026
South Carolina Gov. Henry McMaster signed legislation into law May 15 that gives the state’s farmers new protections for roadside markets, shielding them from commercial zoning requirements and regulations that…
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Former Georgetown County economic development leader named Lancaster County Administrator
May 14, 2026
Lancaster County Council recently announced the appointment of a familiar face in South Carolina economic development and governance as its new County Administrator. Brian Tucker, a native of Lancaster and…
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Two Georgetown County deputies graduate from CCU Leadership Program
May 14, 2026
Two members of the Georgetown County Sheriff’s Office have graduated from a prestigious regional leadership program designed to bolster professional standards and emergency response capabilities. Sheriff Carter Weaver announced the…
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Mobile pool returns to rural Georgetown County this summer, creating opportunity for kids to take swim lessons
May 13, 2026
For the second year in a row, kids in rural Georgetown County will have an opportunity to take swim lessons at their local recreation center this summer. The opportunity is…
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HGTC celebrates Class of 2026, its 60th anniversary and 20th anniversary of Horry County Early College High School
May 13, 2026
Horry-Georgetown Technical College (HGTC) proudly celebrated the Class of 2026 during its Annual Commencement Ceremony on Tuesday, May 12, at the HTC Center on the campus of Coastal Carolina University.…
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Nesmith promoted to manage Public Works and Capital Projects
May 13, 2026
The Georgetown County Public Services Department has promoted Jacob Nesmith to the newly created position of Public Works and Capital Projects Director. Nesmith previously served as Public Works and Construction…
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GCSD celebrates two South Carolina Teaching Fellows
May 8, 2026
Georgetown County School District is proud to announce that two graduating seniors have been selected as 2026 South Carolina Teaching Fellows. Andrews High School senior Kaleb Altman and Georgetown High…
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Georgetown County announces High School Essay Contest for 250th Anniversary
May 8, 2026
As part of the upcoming celebration of America’s 250th anniversary, Georgetown County is inviting local high school students to participate in a historic essay contest. This initiative offers students a…
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A message to the future: Georgetown County prepares to open 1976 time capsule, seal a new one
May 8, 2026
Fifty years ago, a group of Georgetown County residents made a promise to the future. On July 4, 1976, as the nation celebrated its bicentennial, they finalized plans to seal…
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Georgetown County School District honors top educators and support staff in Andrews attendance zone
May 8, 2026
As part of the annual Employee Appreciation Week celebrations, the Georgetown County School District has officially announced the Teachers and Support Staff of the Year for the Andrews attendance zone. These awards recognize…
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Georgetown County School District honors top educators and support staff in Waccamaw attendance zone
May 7, 2026
During Teacher Appreciation Week, Georgetown County School District is proud to recognize the Teachers of the Year and Support Staff of the Year from the Waccamaw attendance zone. These awards…
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Popular Tuesdays with series to hold final session for the season May 19
May 7, 2026
The Friends of the Georgetown Library will host its final presentation of the 2025-2026 “Tuesdays With…” series, on Tuesday, May 19 at 10 am at the Georgetown Library Auditorium. The…
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