HGTC Foundation’s 3rd Annual “Flights & Bites” Raises Record-Breaking $46,849 to Support Culinary Students
December 16, 2025
The Horry-Georgetown Technical College (HGTC) Foundation is proud to announce that the third Annual “Flights & Bites” fundraising event achieved its most successful year yet, raising $46,849.03 in support of HGTC…
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City of Georgetown receives $1.5 infrastructure grant for Willowbank area
December 15, 2025
The City of Georgetown was awarded a $ 1.5 million basic infrastructure grant from the South Carolina Rural Infrastructure Authority (RIA) to help pay for the new Willowbank Watermain Improvements…
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Tidelands Georgetown Memorial Hospital recognized for age-friendly care provided to older adults
December 15, 2025
Tidelands Georgetown Memorial Hospital has earned recognition for taking extra steps to help older patients receive high-quality care catered to their unique needs. The Georgetown hospital earned the highest designation as an…
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True Blue Golf Club earns spot on 2026 AGM Platinum Awards – Top 100 Golf Shops list
December 15, 2025
True Blue Golf Club has been honored as one of the Top 100 Golf Shops in the world by the Association of Golf Merchandisers (AGM) as part of the prestigious…
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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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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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GSSM receives $10,000 from First Citizens Bank to support STEM summer camps
December 11, 2025
The South Carolina Governor’s School for Science & Mathematics (GSSM) Foundation has received $10,000 from First Citizens Bank to support GSSM’s GoSciTech summer camps. These hands-on STEM programs serve rising…
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SCRA to fund SCORE South Carolina
December 11, 2025
The South Carolina Research Authority is partnering with the University of South Carolina Columbia Technology Incubator—soon to be rebranded as The Midlands Innovation X-Change (The MIX)—to provide critical funding for the South Carolina Chapter of…
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Cold, Cold, Cold
December 10, 2025
By Tom Poland A thirteen-year relationship was dying. Here comes one of those songs that arrives at a hurtful time. The song seemed written for us. You grieve, heal,…
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Delta Sigma Theta Sorority Donates $50K to Fight Georgetown Hunger
December 10, 2025
Members of the Georgetown Alumnae Chapter of Delta Sigma Theta Sorority, Inc. announced a generous donation this week to help several Georgetown County food pantries which are facing growing demand…
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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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Murrells Inlet Nonprofit Seeks Public Help for Equine Therapy Facility Overhaul
December 10, 2025
The Barnabas Horse Foundation, a Murrells Inlet-based nonprofit, is appealing to the community for help to raise $60,000 after being selected as the partner for Leadership Grand Strand (LGS) Class…
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Who’s On The Move adds new market, launches publication in Georgetown County
December 9, 2025
Who’s On The Move (WOTM) announces the launch of a new local publication, the Georgetown SC Gazette, a digital news platform built around a twice-weekly email newsletter and a community-focused…
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GSSM’s Alyssa Reiser Prince awarded South Carolina Arts Commission grant
December 9, 2025
The South Carolina Governor’s School for Science & Mathematics (GSSM) announced that Alyssa Reiser Prince, faculty member in the Department of Social Science, Languages, Arts, and Music (SSLAM), has been…
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SCRA announces new member companies and grant funding
December 9, 2025
Bellwether Biotech, CADmore, Caridea Therapeutics, Connexus, Chipp, FeatherPMS, Sleep Pods, and Sustainable Materials Technologies were accepted as South Carolina Research Authority member companies. Bellwether Biotech, MyUI.AI, NeuroHope Therapeutics, and ThreatCaptain…
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HTC Partners with Make-A-Wish to host celebration to grant local child a trip to Legoland
December 8, 2025
Community Partner Helps Conway 12-Year-Old Receive Long-Awaited Wish HTC, the area’s largest fiber internet provider, hosted a Make-A-Wish celebration today at its Conway campus to announce that Scarlett, a 12-year-old…
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Not too late to get tickets for Saturday’s Yuletide Home Tour in Georgetown
December 8, 2025
Proceeds benefit area public libraries It’s hard to believe the annual Friends of the Georgetown Library Yuletide Home Tour happens this Saturday, December 13th, from 1 – 5 pm, featuring…
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Annual Membership Drive: Friends of the Georgetown Library
December 5, 2025
Annual Membership Drive Underway As 2025 draws to a close, the Friends of the Georgetown Library are reaching out to local residents and businesses to participate in its annual membership…
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HTC expands Horry Georgetown Technical College support by sponsorship of student pantry
December 4, 2025
Funding Supports Food Assistance Services Across All Three HGTC Campuses HTC, the area’s largest fiber internet provider, has committed $3,000 annually to support the Horry Georgetown Technical College (HGTC) Pantry,…
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My Fried Chicken History
December 3, 2025
By Tom Poland As evening shadows fell, I made my way home through woods. Overpowering the peppery smell of autumn leaves, the chicken frying in Mom’s cast iron skillet…
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South Carolina Secretary of State Mark Hammond urges South Carolinians to give smart on Giving Tuesday
December 2, 2025
In anticipation of this year’s Giving Tuesday, Secretary of State Mark Hammond is urging South Carolinians to support nonprofits and practice wise charitable giving. “Each year, donors come together on…
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TWLUM Teens Project Hosts ‘Save Our Youth’ Workshop, Highlighting Decade of Impact
November 28, 2025
GEORGETOWN, S.C. — The Tyron Wilson Let Us Mentor (TWLUM) Teens Project recently held a successful “Save Our Youth Workshop,” bringing together community partners to address critical issues facing local…
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Honor a loved one this holiday season through Lights of Love
November 26, 2025
Looking for a way to honor a special person this holiday season? Consider a donation to Lights of Love. The annual Tidelands Health Lights of Love initiative offers a unique…
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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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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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Steve Dresser Golf Academy unveils enhanced 2026 golf school packages at True Blue
November 25, 2025
PAWLEYS ISLAND, SC – The Steve Dresser Golf Academy at True Blue Golf Club is launching its 2026 lineup of one- to five-day golf school packages, complete with upgraded technology,…
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Highway Song, Part II
November 25, 2025
By Tom Poland A Sunday Drive Highways 321 and 301 meet my criteria for back roads. Little traffic. Lots of abandonment. Old stuff getting older. Those 1950 snowbirds heading…
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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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GSSM honors Dr. Sachin Rustgi with 2025 Randall M. LaCross Distinguished Research Leadership Award
November 25, 2025
The South Carolina Governor’s School for Science & Mathematics (GSSM) presented the 2025 Randall M. LaCross Distinguished Research Leadership Award to Dr. Sachin Rustgi, associate professor of molecular breeding at…
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GSSM hosts 37th Annual Research Colloquium featuring 114 student presentations
November 25, 2025
The South Carolina Governor’s School for Science & Mathematics (GSSM) hosted its 37th Annual Research Colloquium on Nov. 21, showcasing research conducted by students over the summer. This year’s event…
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Highway Song, Part I
November 20, 2025
By Tom Poland A Sunday Drive I hadn’t seen him in 10 years. Him would be the preacher who buried Dad and Mom. He was preaching down South Georgia…
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Mark Your Calendars for Coastal Giving on Tuesday, Dec. 2
November 20, 2025
Annual fundraising campaign to benefit 20+ local non-profits Inspired by Giving Tuesday®, Coastal Giving Tuesday was established locally in 2023 as a collaboration of nonprofit organizations throughout the coastal counties…
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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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HTC and Lucky Dog Productions launch RiverTalk: Beyond the Stream Podcast
November 19, 2025
With New Show Offering and Avenues of Distribution, HTC is Poised to Provide More Ways to Keep Community Connected Conway, S.C. – HTC, the area’s largest fiber internet provider, in conjunction…
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Deadline Approaches for Teachers to Register for “Dear Mr. Treasurer” Activity
November 19, 2025
The South Carolina State Treasurer’s Office is issuing a final call for 3rd, 4th, and 5th grade teachers to register their classrooms for the “Dear Mr. Treasurer” financial literacy activity.…
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Georgetown County welcomes Carla Harvey as Public Services Director
November 19, 2025
Georgetown County is excited to welcome Carla Harvey, P.E., as the newest member of its executive team. An experienced engineer and longtime public servant, Harvey joined the staff this week…
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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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How to create your Georgetown SC Gazette Business Directory listing
November 17, 2025
Listing your business on Georgetown SC Gazette gives you access to a free, password-protected profile where you can: Add events to our calendar (such as special promotions). Share news about…
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Volunteers Needed as ‘Substitutes for Santa’ on December 2
November 17, 2025
150 Local Children to Receive Holiday Experience at Fun Warehouse, Shopping at Walmart PICTURED: Substitutes for Santa volunteers, including Splash from the Myrtle Beach Pelicans, shop for local children at…
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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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How to create your Georgetown SC Gazette Business Directory listing
November 14, 2025
Listing your business on Georgetown SC Gazette gives you access to a free, password-protected profile where you can: Add events to our calendar (such as special promotions). Share news about…
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The Duke Endowment makes $1 million grant for food aid during government shutdown
November 13, 2025
The grant to Feeding the Carolinas will support all ten major food banks in North & South Carolina Feeding the Carolinas, the association of food banks in North Carolina and…
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Waccamaw Neck Library Announces Slate of December Programs
November 13, 2025
PAWLEYS ISLAND, S.C. — The Waccamaw Neck Branch Library has released its schedule of events and programs for December, offering a variety of activities for children, teens and adults. The month…
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Where The Dead Live On
November 12, 2025
By Tom Poland On a sultry August Sunday I drove up on Shady Grove Methodist Church. Seeing it resurrected James Agee’s “Shady Grove, Alabama, July 1936,” his description of…
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💖 Celebrating World Kindness Day: Today and Every Day
November 12, 2025
November 13 is World Kindness Day, a day that reminds us all how being kind to one another helps us make a positive impact in our lives and communities. While…
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Yuletide Home Tour returns with new stops and historic highlights
November 12, 2025
The Friends of the Georgetown Library are inviting residents and visitors alike to celebrate the season with a beloved local tradition: The 23rd annual Yuletide Home Tour, set for 1-5…
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Horry-Georgetown Tech College veterans advance in Mechatronics training with support from SC Student Loan’s Persistence Fund
November 11, 2025Dennis Hahn, HGTC Mechatronics Student; Persistence Fund recipient Free tools from the South Carolina Student Loan Corporation’s philanthropy remove financial barriers for two Horry-Georgetown Technical College students Two Mechatronics students…
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Dick Harpootlian launches Dig Me a Grave book tour
November 9, 2025
Tour begins Dec. 16 in Columbia, SC, the city where Donald “Pee Wee” Gaskins, South Carolina’s most prolific killer and the book’s protagonist, was put to death nearly 35 years…
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SCETV explores aging and caregiving in new episode of Impact South Carolina and live episode of Palmetto Perspectives
November 9, 2025
South Carolina ETV (SCETV) announced the premiere of a new episode of IMPACT South Carolina as well as an opportunity for the public to be part of the live studio audience…
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