A Call to Action: Saint Frances Animal Center needs your help with hoarding case survivors
September 13, 2026
In July 2026, the Saint Frances Animal Center(opens in new tab) (SFAC) in Georgetown, South Carolina, faced the largest cruelty and neglect response in its history. Called in by local…
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VFW Post 6444 hosts Quarter Auction fundraiser to support local veterans and community programs
September 11, 2026
VFW Georgetown Memorial Post 6444 invites the community to an afternoon of fun, food, and friendly bidding at its upcoming Quarter Auction Fundraiser on Saturday, September 26, from 12:00 PM…
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Join Friendship Place in serving our community through Georgetown EATS
September 10, 2026
Friendship Place is responding to the growing need for food support in our community through Georgetown EATS. The program welcomes neighbors for free meals Monday through Saturday from 11 a.m.…
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Lowcountry Food Bank Foundation makes a donation in honor of Hunger Action Month
September 10, 2026
Lowcountry Food Bank Foundation (LCFBF)(opens in new tab) is thrilled to announce a donation to Lowcountry Food Bank.(opens in new tab) This gift of $75,000 will be used where the Food Bank needs…
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Georgetown County Council supports permanent protection of 3,492-acre Arcadia East tract
September 8, 2026
Georgetown County Council passed a resolution on Sept. 8 formally supporting the acquisition and permanent protection of the Arcadia East Tract, a 3,492-acre property on the east side of Highway…
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Huntington Disease Society of American announces South Carolina Education Day set for October 10th in West Columbia
September 7, 2026
The South Carolina Chapter of the Huntington’s Disease Society of America(opens in new tab) (HDSA) will hold its annual Education Day on Saturday, October 10, 2026, offering a vital day…
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Help clear South Carolina’s waterways: A call for visionary donors
September 7, 2026
South Carolina’s coastal waters and pristine marshlands face a critical challenge: accumulating marine debris and heavy wreckage that threaten local ecosystems and wildlife. While community volunteer efforts make a meaningful…
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Mark your calendars for maritime fun as community preps for 37th Annual Wooden Boat Show
September 7, 2026
As the calendar flips to September, the hope for cooler temperatures and continued outdoor fun prevails in our historic port city. It’s also a reminder that Georgetown’s premier event, the…
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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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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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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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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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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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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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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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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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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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The Village Group receives a $45,000 grant from Power:Ed
August 24, 2026
Plantersville Summer Academy to use grant to curb summer learning loss, boost social-emotional support for rural youth The Village Group, a nonprofit located in rural Georgetown County, working to equip youth with the…
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JB’s Lowcountry Music Festival brings multi-band lineup, community spirit to Pawleys Island
August 23, 2026
JB’s Celebration Park is set to host the JB’s Lowcountry Music Festival on Saturday, September 5, 2026. The full-day event features performances from indie rock group Channel Bluff, local favorites…
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Pawleys Island Music Festival of Music & Art announces CeCe Teneal’s
August 23, 2026
Tickets are officially on sale for the Pawleys Island Festival of Music & Art’s highly anticipated concert event, CeCe Teneal’s Divas of Soul, taking place Saturday, October 17, 2026, at…
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Support youth sailing and win a classic 1979 Chris-Craft Tournament Fisherman
August 21, 2026
The South Carolina Maritime Museum is giving boating enthusiasts and maritime supporters an exciting opportunity to own a piece of coastal history while directly investing in the next generation of…
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Barnabas Horse Foundation earns Candid’s highest honor for nonprofit transparency
August 19, 2026
The Barnabas Horse Foundation is proud to announce that it has officially earned the 2026 Candid Platinum Seal of Transparency—the highest level of recognition awarded by Candid (formerly GuideStar). What the…
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Georgetown’s 500-Year-Old Mystery: The high-tech quest for America’s earliest shipwreck
August 17, 2026
By Karen Owens Publisher Last week, I had the pleasure of joining 300 attendees at the Winyah Auditorium for a fascinating two-hour presentation on the quest to find America’s earliest…
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Friends of the Waccamaw Library to host ‘Party Like It’s 1776’ fundraiser in Pawleys Island
August 14, 2026
Friends of the Waccamaw Library will host “Party Like It’s 1776,” a community fundraiser benefiting the Waccamaw Neck Branch Library, on Sunday, Sept. 27, 2026, from 4 p.m. to 6…
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South Carolina nonprofits rank as state’s 5th-largest employment sector, new report finds
August 12, 2026
2026 South Carolina State of the Nonprofit Sector Report finds nonprofits employ nearly 195,000 South Carolinians, account for 8.1% of statewide employment and generate more than $34 billion in annual…
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Georgetown Business Association recognizes Linda Bradley as its Volunteer of the Year for 2026
August 12, 2026
The Georgetown Business Association has created a new annual award to honor members who go above and beyond for the organization, naming Linda Bradley its 2026 Volunteer of the Year.…
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Food pharmacy partnership helps Georgetown County patients access nutritious food
August 12, 2026
Dana Mitchel, RD, LD, director of community health and nutrition for Lowcountry Food Bank, used her keynote remarks at the recent Compassion Brunch hosted by St. James Health and Wellness…
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Friends of the Waccamaw Library announces call for book donations to support community programs
August 11, 2026
The Friends of the Waccamaw Library (FOWL) is asking community members and book lovers to clear off their bookshelves for a good cause. FOWL is currently accepting donations of gently-used…
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Gather in Style: Fashion meets conservation at J.McLaughlin in Pawleys Island
August 11, 2026
Hobcaw Barony and the Belle W. Baruch Foundation are partnering with J.McLaughlin in Pawleys Island for “Gather in Style,” a special fall fashion event combining shopping, community, and conservation. The…
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Registration opens for 2026 In the Pink breast cancer awareness walk
August 10, 2026
Registration is now open for the popular Tidelands Health In the Pink breast cancer awareness walk, returning Saturday, Oct. 10, at Brookgreen Gardens. Now in its 21st year, In the Pink brings the community together to…
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More than a Meal: St. James connects compassion, food, and health
August 10, 2026
By Karen Owens Publisher The Third Annual Compassion Brunch hosted by St. James Health & Wellness offered more than a meal for supporters and donors. It connected the fight against…
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Early registration closing soon for The Andy Quattlebaum Tour de Plantersville
August 10, 2026
Early registration for the annual Andy Quattlebaum Tour de Plantersville cycling event is ending soon. Riders interested in taking advantage of discounted early registration rates are encouraged to register now…
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HTC invests in Horry County’s youngest learners through expanded Ready, Set, Kindergarten partnership
August 10, 2026
Cooperative Sponsorship Helps United Way of Horry County Expand Kindergarten Readiness Program to Six Elementary Schools Across Horry County HTC, the largest telecommunications cooperative in the United States, is investing…
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Pawleys Island Rotary Club announces its annual golf tournament at Litchfield Country Club
August 7, 2026
The Pawleys Island Rotary Club invites golfers, local businesses, and community members to participate in its annual Golf Tournament, taking place on Friday, October 30, 2026, at the Litchfield Country…
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Volunteers needed for the 2026 Georgetown Harbor Sweep
July 29, 2026
Keep Georgetown Beautiful and the Winyah Rivers Alliance, in partnership with the S.C. Sea Grant Consortium and the South Carolina Department of Natural Resources, invite community members to join the…
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Special Event Alert: Vinyl records join the weekly Georgetown Library Book Sale this Saturday!
July 29, 2026
Calling all bookworms and music lovers! The Friends of the Georgetown Library is hosting an extra special edition of its weekly sale this Saturday, August 1st, from 9:00 am to…
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Nourishing Community Health: St. James Health and Wellness hosts 3rd Annual Taste of Compassion Brunch
July 29, 2026
Food is medicine, and on Saturday, Aug. 8, the community has a chance to pull up a chair for a vital cause. St. James Health and Wellness will host its…
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The Village Group welcomes veteran fundraising executive Rick Nikkel as Deputy Director of Development
July 28, 2026
The Village Group (TVG) is pleased to announce the appointment of Rick Nikkel as its new Deputy Director of Development, further strengthening the organization’s leadership team as it advances transformative…
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The Village Group is looking for community volunteers for its upcoming fall festivals
July 27, 2026
The Village Group is officially calling on community members, families, and civic groups to join hands as volunteers for two upcoming flagship local events this fall: the 9th Annual Andy…
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Town of Andrews to host annual Back to School Supply Giveaway Aug. 1
July 27, 2026
ANDREWS, S.C. — The Town of Andrews will host its annual Back to School Supply Giveaway on Saturday, Aug. 1, offering free school supplies to local students ahead of the…
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New sign celebrates Georgetown’s West End heritage and Howard High legacy
July 27, 2026
The City of Georgetown, in partnership with the City of Georgetown Arts and Cultural Commission, dedicated a new sign last week at the West End Heritage Center, honoring one of the city’s…
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Call for Volunteers: 2027 Bridge2Bridge Run volunteer registration opens July 30!
July 24, 2026
Mark your calendars! Friendship Place Inc. is excited to announce that volunteer sign-ups for the 2027 Bridge2Bridge (B2B) Run will officially go live on Thursday, July 30, 2026. The annual…
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Georgetown Tidal Tales announces Fall 2026 Show: “Spirits Among Us”
July 23, 2026
Live Community Storytelling Night to Benefit All4Paws Animal Rescue Georgetown Tidal Tales has officially announced its third and final show of 2026, themed “Spirits Among Us,” scheduled for Saturday, October…
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Hadwin-White Subaru delivers blankets, care kits to patients undergoing cancer treatment at Tidelands Health
July 22, 2026
Patients receiving cancer treatment at Tidelands Health this month will receive an extra measure of comfort and encouragement, thanks to a donation from Hadwin-White Subaru Hadwin-White Subaru, in partnership with…
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Sponsors needed: Support SOS Care’s 2026 charity golf tournament
July 21, 2026
SOS Care is calling on local businesses, community organizations, and individual donors to act quickly to secure sponsorship opportunities for the upcoming 2026 T&A Charity Golf Tournament. The annual tournament…
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McLeod Health presents $75,000 Gift to HGTC Foundation in continued support of Nursing and Health Sciences Institute
July 16, 2026
The Horry-Georgetown Technical College (HGTC) Foundation received a $75,000 gift from McLeod Health as part of the organization’s $375,000 pledge made in 2024 to support the Nursing and Health Sciences…
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Belle W. Baruch Foundation elects David Dukes as Board Chair and welcomes four new Trustees
July 16, 2026
Effective July 1, 2026, the Belle W. Baruch Foundation elected David Dukes as Chair of its Board of Trustees and welcomed four distinguished leaders to the Board. Together, these appointments…
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City of Georgetown to dedicate new sign for historic West End Heritage Center
July 15, 2026
The City of Georgetown, in partnership with the City of Georgetown Arts and Cultural Commission, invites the community to attend a special sign dedication ceremony at the West End Heritage…
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Extended through July 31st: Lowcountry Food Bank continues free summer meals program for kids
July 15, 2026
Lowcountry Food Bank (LCFB) is participating in the Summer Lunchbox – Summer Meals Program to provide nutritious summer meals to children 18 years old and younger without charge. The program is in…
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