Carvers Bay Library to close for up to 8 weeks

  January 14, 2026

The Carvers Bay Library will be closed for up to two months this winter while workers complete a flooring renovation. The closure will begin on Jan. 19. Flooring in the…

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Progress continues on new Georgetown County Detention Center

  January 14, 2026

Georgetown County’s new Detention Center continues to be on schedule and within budget, with a target open date of March 2027, according to information released by the Georgetown County Sheriff’s…

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Black River United Way releases its 2025 Impact Report

  January 13, 2026

Black River United Way (BRUW) continues to lead Georgetown and Williamsburg Counties to sustainability by empowering the lives of its community members. It does this by working collaboratively with  numerous…

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Substance Use Disorder Treatment Month shares hope and healing in January

  January 13, 2026

January is recognized nationwide as Substance Use Disorder Treatment Month (Treatment Month), an observance led by the U.S. Substance Abuse and Mental Health Services Administration to raise awareness about treatment…

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Georgetown City Council to hold first regular meeting in 2026

  January 12, 2026

The City of Georgetown will convene its first council meeting of 2026, with a new mayor and three new council members, on Thursday, January 15 at 5:30 pm in the…

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Georgetown County partners to host third annual job fair in February

  January 12, 2026

Georgetown County announced today that Georgetown County Economic Development, the Georgetown Alliance for Economic Development and SC Works will host their third annual Georgetown County Job Fair on Thursday, February…

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Communication Corner with Mayor Jay Doyle

  January 11, 2026

The City of Georgetown recently shared with The Georgetown SC Gazette this communication from newly-elected Mayor Jay Doyle. He plans to share these periodically to keep citizens informed.  The City…

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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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Dale Stigamier to assume Executive Leadership of LCK

  January 8, 2026

LCK announced January 6, 2026 that President Dale Stigamier has formally assumed the role of executive leader, responsible for the firm’s strategic direction and daily operations, as the company continues…

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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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Sardis Road

  January 7, 2026
Tom Poland

By Tom Poland   Back roads never disappoint me. Such was the case with a road, paved just a tad, but deliciously dirt the rest of the way. As I…

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13th Annual Shucking for a Cause scheduled for Sunday

  January 6, 2026

This year’s Shucking for a Cause seafood festival and oyster roast is being held on Sunday, January 11 from 1:00 – 5:00 pm at the Hanser House Restaurant (14360 Ocean…

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SCDMV to issue Revolutionary War plate

  January 6, 2026

The South Carolina Department of Motor Vehicles (SCDMV) will offer a new license plate, available to customers at all SCDMV locations, to commemorate the 250th anniversary of the American Revolution.…

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Welcome to the Georgetown SC Gazette!

  January 5, 2026

A New Voice for Georgetown County with Launch of Local Online Newspaper By Karen Owens, Publisher Georgetown County has a new way to stay informed, connected and engaged with the…

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Get tips for developing – and keeping – healthy habits in 2026

  January 5, 2026

Take steps toward a healthy 2026 by participating in January’s free Walk With a Doc event at Brookgreen Gardens. Dr. Marie Hulsey with Tidelands Health Family Medicine at Georgetown will offer practical tips to help you…

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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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South Carolina leaders graduate from 2025 Economic Development Institute

  December 22, 2025

Dozens of professionals graduated from the 2025 South Carolina Economic Development Institute (The Institute), a premier training program advancing economic development leadership across the state. This year marks the 60th…

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Kids Made Toys Once Upon A Time

  December 19, 2025
Tom Poland

By Tom Poland   Christmas is coming. Toys will be high on many a list. My grandsons have outgrown toys but not that many years ago I got them remote-controlled…

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Credit One Charleston Open wins 2025 WTA 500 Tournament of the Year

  December 18, 2025

Charleston professional tennis tournament wins fourth consecutive top honors title from the WTA Tour The Credit One Charleston Open, North America’s largest women’s-only professional tennis event, was announced today as…

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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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Michelle Cumbie joins Signature Wealth’s Pawleys Island team

  December 18, 2025

Signature Wealth Group announced that Michelle Cumbie has joined its growing Pawleys Island office as a Senior Wealth Advisor, adding another experienced planner to the firm’s coastal team. Cumbie brings…

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SC Housing Executive Director Richard Hutto will retire on January 2, 2026, after nearly four decades of service in public finance and affordable housing

  December 18, 2025

SC Housing Executive Director Richard Hutto will retire at the start of the new year, ending nearly four decades of service in public finance, community development and affordable housing. Hutto’s…

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