Nashville’s premier songwriters headed to Georgetown’s Kaminski House for benefit concert
September 4, 2026
Music lovers in Georgetown will have a unique opportunity to experience the heart of Music City next week when the Healthy Learners Nashville Songwriters in the Round concert series comes…
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South Carolina Association for Justice mourns the passing of Joe Rice
September 4, 2026
The South Carolina Association for Justice (SCAJ) joins the legal community across South Carolina and the nation in mourning the passing of Joseph F. “Joe” Rice, co-founder of Motley Rice…
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Caledonia, True Blue invest in the future while preserving Mike Strantz’s vision
September 4, 2026
More than three decades after Mike Strantz burst onto the golf course architecture scene with the opening of Caledonia Golf & Fish Club and followed it with the equally stunning…
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HGTC offers fall information sessions to help students explore career pathways
September 4, 2026
Horry-Georgetown Technical College (HGTC) is inviting students to explore career-focused academic programs through a series of information sessions scheduled throughout the fall. Beginning Sept. 9, HGTC will offer virtual and…
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Community support needed: Georgetown Family YMCA launches September school supply drive
September 4, 2026
The Georgetown Family YMCA Youth Development Team has officially kicked off its “Supplies for Success” September School Supply Drive, running through September 25th, to equip local students with essential tools…
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HTC employees invest in local high school golf programs
September 4, 2026
Annual Co-Op Cup Tournament Raises $14,000 to Support Student Athletes Across Horry, Georgetown and Marion Counties. HTC, the largest telecommunications cooperative in the United States, continues to invest in local…
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Fellowship-trained orthopedic spine surgeon joins Tidelands Health
September 4, 2026
Patients across the region now have greater access to advanced surgical treatment for neck and back conditions with the addition of fellowship-trained orthopedic spine surgeon David Edelman, MD, to Tidelands Health Neurosciences. Dr. Edelman…
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Stella’s Homemade Ice Cream kicks off 3rd Annual “Ice Cream Wars” to benefit local schools
September 3, 2026
MURRELLS INLET, S.C. — Sweet competition is returning to Murrells Inlet as Stella’s Homemade Ice Cream(opens in new tab) launches its 3rd Annual Battle of the Schools: Ice Cream Wars.…
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Georgetown Growers Market to host “Loving Fall Fest” community celebration
September 3, 2026
The Growers Market(opens in new tab) has announced its upcoming Loving Fall Fest, taking place on Saturday, September 19, 2026, from 9:00 AM to 1:00 PM at 120 North Fraser…
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SC Secretary of State Mark Hammond invites nominations for 2026 Angel Charities
September 3, 2026
South Carolina Secretary of State Mark Hammond announced that his office will accept nominations of charitable organizations for this year’s Angel Awards. Each year, the Secretary of State honors several…
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State of Our Community highlights shared priorities and progress across Georgetown County
September 2, 2026
By Karen Owens Publisher Members of the business community filled Winyah Auditorium this week to hear local leaders share a forward-looking conversation about the challenges, opportunities, and shared priorities shaping…
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Georgetown Art & Wine Walk returns to historic Front Street next weekend
September 2, 2026
Historic Front Street will transform into an interactive cultural gallery next weekend as the fourth annual Georgetown Art & Wine Walk, hosted by the Georgetown Business Association, returns Saturday, Sept.…
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HGTC Area Commission announces three finalists for college presidency
September 2, 2026
The Horry-Georgetown Technical College (HGTC) Area Commission has selected three finalists for the presidency of Horry-Georgetown Technical College following a national search. The finalists, listed in alphabetical order, are Chad…
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Historian to present book on 1947 Willie Earle lynching in Pawleys Island
September 2, 2026
Author Dr. William B. Gravely will return to his home state on Saturday, Oct. 10, to discuss his book about Willie Earle, the victim of South Carolina’s last recorded lynching.…
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SC Commerce announces new general counsel
September 2, 2026
Patrick Turner to oversee agency’s legal division The South Carolina Department of Commerce (S.C. Commerce) today announced that Patrick Turner has joined the agency as general counsel. Turner will oversee…
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Jackson Station Rhythm & Blues Club
September 2, 2026
By Tom Poland October 1977—April 1990 Where The Music Died Now and then a kind of gravity draws me to an old building. I’m driving south on SC Highway 25…
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Blink Book Review: “Woe Is I” by Patricia O’Conner”
September 2, 2026
By Reba Hull Campbell I’ve been working my way through some new and not-so-new favorite writing books this summer. One I’ve revisited is the latest edition of Patricia T.…
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Brookgreen Gardens to host ninth annual Gullah Geechee Junkanoo Festival
September 1, 2026
Brookgreen Gardens(opens in new tab) will celebrate West African, Caribbean, and Gullah Geechee culture during its 9th annual Gullah Geechee Junkanoo Festival on Saturday, September 12, 2026, from 10:00 am…
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Celebrate history and freedom at Brookgreen Gardens’ Constitution Day celebration
September 1, 2026
This September, step back into American history at Brookgreen Gardens(opens in new tab) for a full day of historical performances, educational activities, and patriotic tradition during the annual Constitution Day…
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Beverly Homes announces Grand Opening of New Kingsbury Community in Georgetown
September 1, 2026
Beverly Homes is excited to announce the Grand Opening of its newest residential development, Kingsbury, located in Georgetown, South Carolina. To celebrate the debut of this vibrant neighborhood, the public…
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Georgetown Library to open Middle Passage exhibit with presentation by Dr. Shannon Eaves
September 1, 2026
College of Charleston historian Dr. Shannon C. Eaves will deliver a public presentation on the history and legacy of the Middle Passage in South Carolina at 4 p.m. Thursday, Oct.…
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Christ City of Refuge is helping South Carolinians start again
September 1, 2026
For someone trying to rebuild their life after homelessness, addiction, or incarceration, a second chance can depend on things many of us take for granted. A safe place to sleep.…
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Saint Frances Animal Center named Grand Marshal for 2026 Georgetown Christmas parade
August 31, 2026
The Georgetown Business Association (GBA) announced that it has selected Saint Frances Animal Center to serve as the Grand Marshal for this year’s Christmas Parade in Georgetown. The parade will…
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18th Annual Guns & Hoses Charity Softball Tournament returns to Pelicans Ballpark
August 31, 2026
Local emergency responders are trading their sirens for softball bats as the 18th Annual Guns & Hoses Charity Softball Tournament returns to Pelicans Ballpark in Myrtle Beach on Saturday, September…
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Swamp Fox Players present Shakespeare’s Twelfth Night with free lawn performances and limited Strand Theater engagement
August 31, 2026
The Swamp Fox Players are proud to announce their upcoming production of William Shakespeare’s classic comedy, Twelfth Night, directed by Stacy Rabon. Featuring a mix of free outdoor performances and…
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HGTC sees 7% growth in continuing student enrollment for Fall 2026
August 31, 2026
More than 4,600 continuing students return as overall fall registration surpasses 9,000 for second consecutive year Horry-Georgetown Technical College (HGTC) is reporting a 7% increase in continuing student enrollment this…
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Happening This Weekend: JB’s Lowcountry Music Festival brings homegrown talent to Pawleys Island
August 31, 2026
Get ready for an unforgettable day of live music, Lowcountry flavor, and hometown pride as JB’s Lowcountry Music Festival takes over Pawleys Island on Saturday, September 5, from 11:00 a.m. to 6:00 p.m.…
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Friendship Place appeals to community to help stock hygiene bags
August 28, 2026
Friendship Place, Inc.(opens in new tab) is calling on community members to help support neighbors and local families facing financial hardship as the demand for monthly hygiene essential bags continues…
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City of Georgetown recruits volunteers for boards and commissions vacancies
August 28, 2026
The City of Georgetown is actively seeking civic-minded community members to serve on several municipal boards and commissions. Serving on a board or commission offers residents a direct opportunity to…
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Georgetown County to host public information drop-in on Local Option Sales Tax
August 27, 2026
MURRELLS INLET, S.C. — Georgetown County will host a public information drop-in session on Thursday, September 10, 2026, to inform residents about the proposed Local Option Sales Tax. The event…
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Treasurer Loftis shatters record with more than $52 million in Unclaimed Property returned
August 27, 2026
State Treasurer Curtis Loftis announced today that South Carolina’s Unclaimed Property Program had a record-breaking year, with the State Treasurer’s Office returning more than $52 million in unclaimed property. “This…
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Discover 4-H drop-in event coming to Georgetown County Library on September 3
August 27, 2026
Clemson University Cooperative Extension in Georgetown County invites local youth, parents, and community members to a free “Discover 4-H” drop-in event on Thursday, September 3, 2026, from 4:00 to 6:00…
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Remembering Sacks, Wagons, Indians, & Leather
August 27, 2026
By Tom Poland I visited the Bart Garrison Agricultural Museum of South Carolina in Pendleton a few weeks back. If you’re a product of the rural South as I…
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Tidelands Health residency graduate joins family medicine practice in Murrells Inlet
August 27, 2026
People across the region now have expanded access to comprehensive primary care with the addition of Mitchell Thomas, DO, to Tidelands Health Family Medicine. A board-certified family medicine physician, Dr. Thomas provides comprehensive…
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Pound Real Estate Partners earns top local honors from BusinessRate
August 27, 2026
Pound Real Estate Partners, LLC has been named the top real estate agency in Georgetown for the second consecutive year, earning the Best of 2026 Award from BusinessRate. The local…
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The Light Dolly Left Behind
August 26, 2026
By Lane Byrum Director of Corporate Accounts & Emotional Intelligence Coach SHIFT Company When I learned that Dolly Parton had died, my reaction surprised me. It wasn’t simply sadness over the…
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Saint Frances Animal Center partners with On The Half Shell for community adoption event
August 26, 2026
Saint Frances Animal Center is teaming up with On The Half Shell restaurant for a special adoption and fundraising event on Sunday, September 6, from 12:00 to 5:00 pm. Community…
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A Back-to-School Time Conversation with Olivia Kilton of Grand Strand Health
August 26, 2026
Helping our children cope and thrive as they return to school By Karen Owens Publisher Most schools throughout the Lowcountry have been back in session for a couple of weeks…
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Anderson Brothers Bank welcomes Joshua Wise as Senior Vice President, Commercial Loan Officer
August 26, 2026
Anderson Brothers Bank is pleased to welcome Josh Wise as Senior Vice President, Commercial Loan Officer. Wise will be based at the Bank’s Grissom office, located at 1010 London Street…
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The Embers to close out Georgetown Business Association’s Music in the Park series this Friday
August 26, 2026
The Georgetown Business Association will conclude its summer Music in the Park series this Friday with a performance by iconic Southern beach music band The Embers featuring Craig Woolard. The…
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Georgetown County Library secures $40,500 grant for American Innovation Series
August 26, 2026
“From Independence to Interstellar” will mark America’s 250th with free programs, new books, and online access The Georgetown County Library (GCL) has been awarded a major grant in support of…
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19 Georgetown County schools named 2026 America’s Healthiest Schools
August 26, 2026
Georgetown County School District is proud to announce that 19 schools have been named 2026 America’s Healthiest Schools by Alliance for a Healthier Generation, with schools earning recognition in areas…
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Georgetown County Council District 3 to host Community Town Hall Meeting
August 26, 2026
Georgetown County Council Member Ernie Cooper (District 3) will host a Community Town Hall Meeting on Monday, September 14, 2026, beginning at 6:00 pm at the Lambertown Community Center (1540…
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Blink Book Review: “The Book Club for Troublesome Women” by Marie Bostwick
August 26, 2026
By Reba Hull Campbell After my mom died in April, I started culling through random photos, grocery lists, checkbooks and other memorabilia she had tucked in long forgotten boxes.…
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Low Country Herb Society announces September meeting featuring “The Bee Preacher” Tom Francis
August 25, 2026
The Low Country Herb Society will open its 2026–2027 season with a September meeting on Tuesday, Sept. 8, at 9:15 a.m. at the Waccamaw Library. The program will feature guest…
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February getaways with Storehouse Tours: History, Horses and the Golden Isles
August 25, 2026
By Linda Ludwik February may still be winter in the Lowcountry, but it is also a wonderful time to pack a bag, climb aboard a comfortable motorcoach and discover somewhere…
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G3 Engineering & Surveying welcomes Alexia Coghen as Human Resources Team Leader
August 25, 2026
G3 Engineering & Surveying has announced that Alexia Coghen has joined the firm as Human Resources Team Leader. Coghen brings more than a decade of Human Resources experience across multiple…
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G3 Engineering & Surveying welcomes Robert Green as Business Development Manager
August 25, 2026
G3 Engineering & Surveying has welcomed Robert Green as Business Development Manager. Green began his career with G3 as a summer intern in the firm’s Pawleys Island office and returns…
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Murrells Inlet 2020 announces annual Fall Haul Community Clean Up on September 19
August 25, 2026
Murrells Inlet 2020 will host its annual Fall Haul Community Clean Up on Saturday, September 19, in conjunction with World Cleanup Day. This cleanup event will begin at 9 am…
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Official artwork featuring Georgetown maritime landmark unveiled for 37th Annual Wooden Boat Show
August 24, 2026
Friends of The South Carolina Maritime Museum gathered last Thursday evening for the unveiling of the official artwork for the 37th Annual Georgetown Wooden Boat Show, created by this year’s…
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