Town of Irmo helps launch fundraising campaign for Crossbuck Play Space at Rawls Creek Park
February 23, 2026
The Town of Irmo is proud to announce the launch of a community-wide fundraising campaign to support the development of Crossbuck Play Space at Rawls Creek Park, an All-Inclusive Play…
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South Carolina Pediatric Alliance sponsors the 2026 Carolina Sunshine Wishing Well Gala to bring joy and hope to children facing life-threatening illnesses
February 23, 2026
The South Carolina Pediatric Alliance (SCPA) announced its role as a sponsor of the 2026 Wishing Well Gala, hosted by Carolina Sunshine for Children in an Evening of Hope, Heart,…
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Georgetown County Sheriff Carter Weaver announces deployment of Special Olympics awareness patrol vehicle
February 22, 2026
Sheriff Carter Weaver is proud to announce the deployment of a specially wrapped patrol vehicle in support of the Law Enforcement Torch Run for Special Olympics. The vehicle, the first…
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Sight Savers America receives $80,000 grant from Power:Ed to provide high-tech vision aids to SC youth with severe visual impairment and blindness
February 19, 2026
Sight Savers America has been awarded a second $80,000 grant from Power:Ed, the philanthropy of SC Student Loan Corporation, to assist 30 middle and high school-age youth in SC living…
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Lander’s Give Day sets new fundraising record, surpassing $108,000
February 18, 2026
Lander University’s annual Give Day set a new milestone, raising more than $108,000 and marking the most successful Give Day in the University’s history. The record-breaking total reflects strong participation…
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JazzReach brings the legacy of Miles Davis to Georgetown County students
February 18, 2026
More than 900 elementary students across the Georgetown County School District were transported through a century of American history this week, tracing the life and rhythmic innovations of jazz legend…
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HGTC Foundation secures grant for improved oral health access
February 18, 2026
The Horry-Georgetown Technical College (HGTC) Foundation has received a grant from the BlueCross BlueShield of South Carolina Foundation, an independent licensee of the Blue Cross Blue Shield Association, to expand…
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Love House Learning Academy receives $15,000 grant from Power:Ed to create community learning hub for middle school youth
February 18, 2026
BEAUFORT, SC – Love House Learning Academy (LHLA), has been awarded a $15,000 grant from Power:Ed, the philanthropy of SC Student Loan Corporation, to develop and deliver a comprehensive financial…
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SC Digital Resource Alliance (SCDRA) announces statewide expansion and new executive committee
February 18, 2026
More South Carolinians will soon gain access to affordable broadband, devices, and digital skills training as the SC Digital Resource Alliance (SCDRA), led by backbone agency Palmetto Goodwill, expands its…
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Rural non-profit, DIG receives $55,000 grant from Power:Ed to support more youth in STEMM skills and career discovery
February 17, 2026
Pictured L to R: SCSLC President & CEO Trey Simon, Power:Ed Executive Director Claire Gibbons, SCSLC Marketing & Outreach Director Destra Capers, and DIG CEO Steven Brown. BARNWELL, SC –…
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Edisto Habitat for Humanity launches 100th home block with community celebration and volunteer day Feb. 21
February 17, 2026
ORANGEBURG, SC – Edisto Habitat for Humanity will break ground on its 100th home at 10 a.m. Feb. 21 during a public ribbon-cutting ceremony and volunteer day at 909 Fulton…
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HGTC Foundation announces 2026 special event “Southwest Splendor” presented by Anderson Brothers Bank
February 16, 2026
The Horry-Georgetown Technical College (HGTC) Foundation is excited to announce Southwest Splendor, its 2026 signature special event, presented by Anderson Brothers Bank. The upscale Southwestern-themed dinner will take place Friday, March…
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Local women unite to boost youth literacy at
February 16, 2026
Black River United Way’s Women United is preparing to host its signature fundraiser, “Power of the Purse,” an annual luncheon dedicated to tackling early childhood literacy gaps in the local…
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Richland Library awarded Power:Ed grant to support Career Online High School students
February 16, 2026
Richland Library is the recipient of a $40,000 grant from Power:Ed, the philanthropy of SC Student Loan Corporation. This gift marks the fifth year of support from Power:Ed and will…
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AnMed Foundation receives $50,000 grant from Power:Ed to strengthen and diversify medical workforce talent
February 16, 2026
The AnMed Foundation has been awarded a $50,000 grant from Power:Ed, the philanthropy of SC Student Loan Corporation, to support the Upstate Pre-Med Bootcamp program. Twenty-four college upper classmen from…
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Local wild game feast returns for 18th annual ‘Cattails & Cocktails’
February 15, 2026
The Georgetown County Historical Society will host its 18th annual Cattails & Cocktails event on Saturday, March 21, celebrating the region’s rich hunting and fishing traditions with a community feast.…
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Friends of the Georgetown Library still recruiting vendors its March 14 community yard
February 15, 2026
It’s one month until the Friends of the Georgetown Library‘s annual Spring Community Yard Sale on Saturday, March 14th, from 8:00 am to noon in the Judicial Center (New County Courthouse)…
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Local Businesses in Fountain Inn Partner with Schools for February Profit Shares
February 13, 2026
Throughout the month of February 2026, several Fountain Inn businesses are partnering with the community to host “Profit Share” days. These events, many of which coincide with Fountain Inn High…
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Blue Ridge Electric Co-op employees fund Watts of Love, an assistance and energy-efficiency grant program to help members’ power bills
February 12, 2026
Blue Ridge Electric Co-op employees have donated $30,000 to launch a new bill and home energy-efficiency assistance program designed to help members in need. The seed money from employees supports…
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Helping Hands of Georgetown seeking help to restock its pantry shelves
February 11, 2026
Helping Hands of Georgetown has made a community appeal to secure food and financial donations to support neighbors in need throughout Georgetown. In a Facebook video posted earlier this week,…
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Honoring Our Legacy: Georgetown Alumnae Chapter to host 2026 Founders Day
February 11, 2026
The Georgetown Alumnae Chapter of Delta Sigma Theta Sorority, Inc. is proud to announce its 2026 Founders Day Celebration, a monumental occasion honoring the 22 visionary women who paved the…
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Tickets on sale for award-winning ONEflight Myrtle Beach Classic golf tournament
February 11, 2026
Tickets for the PGA TOUR’s upcoming ONEflight Myrtle Beach Classic are available for purchase by visiting myrtlebeachclassic.com. The ONEflight Myrtle Beach Classic will be held on May 7-10, 2026, at…
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Habitat for Humanity seeks volunteers interested in international build project in Cambodia
February 9, 2026
Habitat for Humanity of Georgetown County is conducting a Global Village build in Siem Reap, Cambodia, from August 16 – 22, 2026. This trip recently received final approval from Habitat …
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ONEflight Myrtle Beach Classic golf tournament is recruiting volunteers for May PGA stop
February 6, 2026
Pick from nine volunteer areas to be involved at the ONEflight Myrtle Beach Classic May 6-10 If you’d like to get involved with the 2026 ONEflight Myrtle Beach Classic, scheduled…
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The Village Group opens enrollment for its summer education programs
February 4, 2026
The Village Group is excited to announce that registration for the Plantersville Summer Academy and Summer Bridge Programs is now open. Plantersville Summer Academy is an all-encompassing six-week program that…
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American Heritage Girls troop announces fishing tournament fundraiser
February 2, 2026
Georgetown’s American Heritage Girls troop is holding its second annual AHG Fishing Tournament, on Saturday, March 21 after the Bridge Bridge run from 2:00 – 5:00 pm at the Carroll…
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Tickets for Prince George’s Tour of Historic Homes and Plantations are now available
February 2, 2026
Entering its 79th year, the Prince George Winyah Church Women are once again hosting its Tour of Historic Plantations and Homes on March 27 and 28, 2026, from 9:30 am…
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TWLUM Teen Project launches appeal for community financial support
January 30, 2026The TWLUM Teen Project is launching a Community Funding Appeal to support its many programs designed to create a brighter future for at-risk teens from Georgetown and Williamsburg counties. “Our mission…
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Brookgreen Gardens announces closure due to winter weather
January 30, 2026
Due to the forecasted snow and potentially unsafe driving conditions, Brookgreen Gardens will be closed January 31 and February 1. Citing the safety of their guests, staff, and community…
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SOS Cares seeks volunteers to help with spring events
January 28, 2026
SOS Cares is a Murrells Inlet-based non-profit that provides resources and programs for children and adults with autism and intellectual disabilities. With a goal of empowering individuals to live as…
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Friends of the Georgetown Library are hosting a community yard sale in March
January 28, 2026
The Friends of the Georgetown Library are pleased to announce that their annual Spring Community Yard Sale will be held on Saturday, March 14, from 8:00 am to noon in the Judicial Center (New County Courthouse)…
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Barnabas Horse Foundation to host Wine, Dine & Everything Equine event on February 7
January 28, 2026
The Barnabas Horse Foundation is inviting locals to come sip, savor, and celebrate with them at their annual fundraising gala, Wine, Dine & Everything Equine on Saturday, February 7, beginning…
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Palmetto Citizens Federal Credit Union celebrates 90 years of service with focus on growth and community impact in 2026
January 28, 2026
Charter expansion and foundation launch mark major milestones for Midlands-based financial institution Palmetto Citizens Federal Credit Union, a member-owned, not-for-profit financial institution that provides personal and business banking services across…
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Santee Electric Cooperative announces scholarship opportunities for local high school students
January 26, 2026
Santee Electric Cooperative (SEC) continues its tradition of supporting the communities it serves by offering a variety of scholarship programs to area high school students. With the application period for…
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Teeing Off for Homeownership: 9th Annual ‘Tees for Keys’ hits True Blue Golf Club to tackle local housing gap
January 20, 2026By Karen Owens, Publisher Next month, local golfers will trade the office for the fairways of True Blue Golf Club for a mission that reaches far beyond the 18th green.…
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Taking Chances: A New Season of Georgetown Tidal Tales Returns to the Stage
January 18, 2026
By Karen Owens, Publisher What happens when you mix raw, personal storytelling with a live audience and a mission to do good? You get Georgetown Tidal Tales—an evening of authentic…
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Bunnelle Foundation hosts Community Conversation focusing on affordable housing
January 18, 2026
The Frances P. Bunnelle Foundation is inviting community members, nonprofit leaders, advocates, and partners to take part in a Community Conversation focused on affordable housing in Georgetown County on Thursday,…
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HGTC observes Martin Luther King Jr. Day, announces volunteer opportunity honoring legacy of service
January 15, 2026
In observance of Martin Luther King Jr. Day, Horry-Georgetown Technical College (HGTC) will be closed on Monday, Jan. 19, 2026, honoring the life and legacy of Dr. King and his…
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From robots to real-world careers: P2P Expo ignites spark in 10,000 area students
January 14, 2026
What does the future look like for an 8th grader in South Carolina? This week, it looked like spinning turbines, robotic controls, and lifesaving medical equipment. Pathways 2 Possibilities (P2P),…
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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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Heritage launches landscaping giveaway to support local nonprofits in Charleston, Columbia, and Greenville
January 13, 2026
Three Nonprofits to Receive a Full Year of Professional Landscaping Services Heritage, a leading provider of commercial landscape solutions for South Carolina businesses, announced today the launch of a new…
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Georgetown County Sheriff Carter Weaver invites residents to take the plunge for Special Olympics
January 12, 2026
Sheriff Carter Weaver and the Georgetown County Sheriff’s Office invite you to the Sixth Annual Georgetown County Polar Plunge to raise funds for Special Olympics South Carolina! It will be…
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200+ scholarship opportunities now available to support students across the Midlands
January 8, 2026
More than 200 scholarship opportunities are now open and available through a single application with Central Carolina Community Foundation for students pursuing higher education during the 2026–2027 academic year. Beginning…
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The Generous Spirit: Local businesses provide a Georgetown resident with a very special gift
January 7, 2026
Every day, individuals make choices and take actions that can deeply affect the lives of those around them. Here, we spotlight our Good News Heroes—those whose generosity inspires others within…
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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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Kids On Point receives $50,000 grant from Power:Ed to expand its Academic Pathways program to serve more students
December 19, 2025
Kids On Point (KOP), a nonprofit that works year-round with students in under-resourced Charleston neighborhoods to foster life-and career-readiness skills, has been awarded a $50,000 grant from Power:Ed, the philanthropy…
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HTC partnered with Georgetown County Parks & Recreation and Georgetown County Sheriff’s Department to give away 250 Christmas turkeys
December 17, 2025
HTC, in partnership with Georgetown County Parks & Recreation and Georgetown County Sheriff’s Department, recently held a Christmas Turkey Giveaway at 8 Oaks Park, where they distributed 250 turkeys (weighing…
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Presbyterian College Students Deliver $1,000 Donation to Laurens County Cancer Association
December 17, 2025
The Laurens County Cancer Association (LCCA) recently received a generous $1,000 donation from Presbyterian College’s Chapter of the American Cancer Society and the students of Zeta Tau Alpha, continuing a…
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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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Trent Hill Center receives $79,000 grant from Power:Ed to help youth aging out of foster care
December 16, 2025
Developing independent living skills and building future pathways Trent Hill Center for Children & Families (Trent Hill Center), has been awarded a $79,000 grant from Power:Ed, the philanthropy of SC…
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