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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Public invited to Unified Development Ordinance workshop

  January 7, 2026

Georgetown County invites residents, business owners and other interested parties to participate in a public workshop focused on shaping the County’s first Unified Development Ordinance (UDO). The interactive workshop will…

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Live taping: SC Lede & this week in SC with House Speaker Murrell Smith

  January 5, 2026

Join South Carolina ETV and Public Radio for a special live taping of the “South Carolina Lede” and “This Week in South Carolina” with House Speaker Murrell Smith. Speaker Smith…

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A New Year, a New Mayor for the City of Georgetown

  January 4, 2026

Jay Doyle was sworn in as the mayor of Georgetown on Thursday morning at Rainey Park, marking a historic shift in both local leadership and South Carolina politics. Doyle, a…

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More than $12m awarded to improve communities across SC

  December 18, 2025

S.C. Department of Commerce distributes Community Development Block Grant funds to 27 recipients Communities throughout South Carolina are receiving community development grant funds totaling more than $12 million for public…

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Waccamaw Library to host writing workshop series in 2026

  December 12, 2025

The Waccamaw Library will kick off a new yearlong writing workshop series on Thursday, Jan. 22 with a free session on the publishing process. The workshop is designed for writers…

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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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December Update from Georgetown’s Mayor-Elect Jay Doyle

  December 10, 2025

Citizens of Georgetown, First, let me extend to each of you my best wishes for the upcoming holiday season. May you find joy and happiness with your friends and family.…

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Georgetown County reminds residents of upcoming holiday closures

  November 25, 2025

Georgetown County offices and most county-operated facilities will observe several closures during the upcoming holiday season. Residents are encouraged to plan ahead for office visits, landfill trips, and recycling center…

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RIA awards construction grants to upgrade critical infrastructure

  November 25, 2025

$23 million in grant funding awarded across South Carolina  The S.C. Rural Infrastructure Authority (RIA) has approved grant assistance for 21 projects, totaling approximately $23 million, to address critical infrastructure…

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State of the Community Recap: Seizing Opportunity and Managing Growth

  November 19, 2025

Last Thursday, the Georgetown County Chamber of Commerce hosted its annual State of the Community breakfast, gathering over 120 attendees to hear from elected officials and key executives from the…

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South Carolina Secretary of State Mark Hammond announces Angels for 2025

  November 19, 2025

South Carolina Secretary of State Mark Hammond announced the Angels of 2025. Secretary Hammond honored this year’s ten Angel charities in a ceremony at the Edgar Brown Building on the…

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SCDMV to move to new website address, email in 2026

  November 4, 2025

The South Carolina Department of Motor Vehicles will change its website address in 2026, offering additional assurance to customers that they are dealing with the legitimate state website. On Jan.…

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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, 2025

Director 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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Administrative Assistant to Clerk to Council, part-time

  October 28, 2025

GENERAL DESCRIPTION OF DUTIES Under general supervision, provides multifaceted and routine administrative assistance to the Clerk to County Council and Legislative Delegation. Duties include but not limited to: data entry,…

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GIS Division Manager

  October 28, 2025

GENERAL DESCRIPTION OF DUTIES  Georgetown County Government is seeking a dynamic and experienced professional to fill the role of GIS Division Manager. This position plays a critical role in overseeing…

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