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As Clarendon continues to grow, commission's planning and zoning director explains new business, home approval process
Clarendon County is experiencing significant recent growth, with the upcoming addition of a motocross track in October and increasing residential construction. This surge in development may leave some residents wondering about the approval process … more
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Clarendon voter registration and elections office will celebrate Voter Education Week with meeting, Q&A with audience
Clarendon contributorMANNING - Clarendon County Voter Registration and Elections is celebrating National Voter Education Week, Oct. 2-6, with a 2023-24 Election Townhall Meeting at 6 p.m. Oct. 5 at Weldon Auditorium, 7 Maple St.Clarendon County will … more
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Palmetto Trail's pedestrian bridge links Clarendon, Orangeburg counties
Hikers, cyclists and pedestrians enjoying the Palmetto Trail can now cross Lake Marion thanks to the recently refurbished U.S. 301 Bridge. The 301 bridge rests alongside Interstate 95's southbound lanes across Lake Marion linking Clarendon and … more
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2nd Journey to Recovery Celebration will be Saturday to help raise money for drug addiction treatment
MANNING - Drug addiction has immediate and long-reaching devastation not only on the addicted person physically, but mentally and financially, and the impact drug addiction has on families, friends, peers and co-workers is overwhelming. The John … more
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12 in Sumter, Clarendon indicted on federal drug trafficking offenses
COLUMBIA - Five Clarendon County residents and seven Sumter County and city residents were indicted on federal drug trafficking offenses by a federal grand jury in Columbia on Wednesday, Sept. 27. In a news release, the indictment alleges that … more
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Latitude Corp., state officials celebrate new location in Clarendon
South Carolina Gov. Henry McMaster speaks during Latitude Corp.'s shoveling ceremony on Wednesday, Sept. 28, celebrating its new location at Clarendon County Industrial Park in Manning. The metal … more
Clarendon briefs: Journey to Recovery Celebration, Duckfest events this weekend and more
Journey to Recovery Celebration is Sept. 30 MANNING - Clarendon Behavioral Health Services is hosting Journey to Recovery Celebration - Getting to YOUR Finish Line from 8:30 a.m. to 1 p.m. Saturday, Sept. 30, at Weldon Auditorium and the … more
Duckfest fishing tournament, car show this weekend in Clarendon
Fishermen and car enthusiasts, bait those hooks and wax those cars because John C. Land Landing is where the action is happening this weekend. The Duckfest Fishing Tournament will still be held at John C. Land Landing, 4404 Greenall Road in … more
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What's next after 2 resignations, 1 firing in Turbeville?
After the recent resignations of two Turbeville officials, some residents may be pondering the town's future. On Sept. 22, The Sumter Item reported the resignations of the now-former mayor of Turbeville, Kathryn Turbeville, and now-former Town … more
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Clarendon County School District law enforcement program will hold basketball benefit
MANNING - The F.E. DuBose Career Center, Law Enforcement Program, will hold a CCSD Educators vs. First Responders Basketball Benefit to support law enforcement cadets and first responders. The group wants to support those who look out for us but … more
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Skeletal remains found in Clarendon ditch identified as Turbeville woman thought to be struck by vehicle
GABLE — Skeletal remains were found in a ditch alongside U.S. 301 about a half mile south of Brewington Road on Monday afternoon, according to Clarendon County Sheriff Tim Baxley. … more
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Community Blood Drive in Clarendon helps combat shortage
MANNING - A local family commits time, energy and resources at least five times every year to aid their community, state and nation in helping replenish the area's blood supplies. Margaret Walker may be semi-retired, but that hasn't slowed down … more
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Clarendon briefs: Remembrance Day, Duckfest is coming up soon and more
3rd-Annual Remembrance Day Stop Gun Violence on Sept. 24 MANNING - The 3rd-Annual Remembrance Day Stop Gun Violence "Stand Up Against Gun Violence" will be held from 2 to 6 p.m. Sunday, Sept. 24, at 2806 Mallet Road. The event is hosted by … more
Azalea Garden Club crafts corsages for Pocotaligo River Health and Rehab's annual fashion show
MANNING - More than two dozen residents of Pocotaligo River Health and Rehab were elegantly coiffed, professionally made up and dressed to perfection for their debut in the facility's annual fashion show that was held Sept. 20 at the facility … more
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Turbeville mayor, town administrator resign after building inspector's firing
After what two Turbeville officials say was the wrongful termination of a town employee, the mayor and town administrator have resigned. During the Sept. 12 town council meeting, council members came out of executive session announcing the … more
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Clarendon County residents voice concerns on proposed produce stand, event center
The focus of the monthly Clarendon County Planning Commission meeting this week was concerns about noise regarding a few new items brought to commissioners. Typically, a planning commission meeting lasts about an hour; however, on Tuesday, Sept. … more
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Manning man dies after being struck by vehicle
MANNING - A 65-year-old Manning man died after being struck by a vehicle early Tuesday evening. Clarendon County Coroner Jacqueline Blackwell said Leverne Harrington died at the scene. The Manning Police Department said a vehicle struck … more
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Clarendon residents debate about proposed RV park at planning commission meeting
The typically serene and concise proceedings of a Clarendon County Planning Commission meeting took a turn because of a specific line item under discussion on Tuesday. Norberto Lopez requested zoning certification to place a long-term and … more
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Clarendon motocross track projected to open in October
Clarendon residents, get ready to rev those engines and feel the adrenaline rush because a dirt bike track is about to unleash its full-throttle excitement. During the last three months, Clarendon County Planning Commission and county council … more
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Father and son firefighters receive key to City of Manning at 'Remember & Honor' Patriot Day
MANNING - A father and son were presented keys to the City of Manning after the Sept. 11, 2023, "Remember & Honor" Patriot Day Service at Hayes and Yvonne Samuels Park. South Carolina State Fire Marshal Jonathan Jones, who was a former Clarendon … more
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