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Tuesday, February 17, 2026New Friends Centre opens at Georgetown Library
Contact: Jackie Broach, Public Information Officer Phone: (843) 545-3164 E-mail: jbroach@gtcounty.org FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASENew Friends Centre opens at Georgetown LibraryGEORGETOWN COUNTY – The Georgetown County Library is pleased to welcome a new chapter of community engagement with the opening of the Friends of the Georgetown Library Centre, now located in the former Heritage Center space at the main library branch in Georgetown.The new Friends Centre had a soft opening last week after the winter
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Monday, February 02, 2026WINTER STORM GIANNA NEWS RELEASE #3
Contact: Jackie Broach, Public Information Officer Phone: (843) 545-3164 E-mail: jbroach@gtcounty.org FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASEGeorgetown County offices & facilities to be closed Monday; extreme cold warning still in effectGEORGETOWN COUNTY – All Georgetown County offices and facilities, including the landfill and recycling centers, will be closed on Monday, February 2 due to after-effects from Winter Storm Gianna.Although the majority of the County received less snow than was forecast, refreezing is
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Monday, February 02, 2026Show your heart some love this month
Feb. 2, 2026 Contact: Dawn Bryant Tidelands Health (843) 652-1636 dbryant@tidelandshealth.org News for Immediate Release: Show your heart some love this month Get tips to help keep your heart healthy at February’s free Walk With a Doc at Brookgreen Gardens. Dr. Jacqueline Sennott, a board-certified cardiologist at Tidelands Health, will share information on the importance of habits and lifestyle in supporting a healthy heart, then join participants on a walk through the beautiful
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Thursday, January 29, 2026County prepares for winter storm, offers safety tips for residents
Jan. 29, 2026Contact: Jackie Broach, Public Information Officer Phone: (843) 545-3164 E-mail: jbroach@gtcounty.org FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE County prepares for winter storm, offers safety tips for residents GEORGETOWN COUNTY – A Winter Storm Watch and an Extreme Cold Watch have been issued in Georgetown County for this weekend. Based on current forecasting from the National Weather Service in Wilmington, the county is anticipated to receive about 3 inches of snow on Saturday.Flurries could begin
Monday, January 26, 2026JB’s Celebration Park announces the return of the iconic South Carolina Crawfish & Music Festival
JB’s Celebration Park announces the return of the iconic South Carolina Crawfish & Music Festival Presented by: Get Carried AwaySAVE THE DATE: Saturday, March 7 Pawleys Island, SC — JB’s Celebration Park is proud to announce the return of the South Carolina Crawfish & Music Festival, presented by Get Carried Away, taking place Saturday, March 7. After nearly 30 years, this iconic Lowcountry festival is back—bringing together live music, crawfish, and family-friendly fun in a true community
Thursday, January 22, 2026Georgetown County moves to OPCON 2, encourages residents to make preparations for winter storm
Contact:Jackie Broach, public information officerPhone: (843) 545-3164E-mail: jbroach@gtcounty.org FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE Georgetown County moves to OPCON 2, encourages residents to make preparations for winter storm GEORGETOWN COUNTY — Georgetown County government will increase its readiness level at noon today in preparation for extreme cold and the possibility of ice in some parts of the county over the weekend and into early next week. The County’s Emergency Management Division has upgraded to
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Monday, January 05, 2026Georgetown County announces organizational restructuring to improve efficiency, service delivery
Contact:Jackie Broach, Public Information OfficerPhone: (843) 545-3164E-mail: jbroach@gtcounty.org FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE Georgetown County announces organizational restructuring to improve efficiency, service deliveryGEORGETOWN COUNTY, S.C. — Georgetown County will kick off the new year by implementing a series of organizational changes aimed at improving operational efficiency, strengthening coordination across departments and supporting major county initiatives.As part of this realignment, the County
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Monday, November 24, 2025RIA awards construction grants to upgrade critical infrastructure $23 million in grant funding
NEWS RELEASE For Immediate ReleaseNov. 24, 2025 RIA awards construction grants to upgrade critical infrastructure $23 million in grant funding awarded across South Carolina COLUMBIA, S.C.— The 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, while also improving capacity for economic opportunities.
Thursday, November 13, 2025Yuletide Home Tour returns with new stops and historic highlights
Contact:Jackie Broach, Public Information OfficerPhone: (843) 545-3164E-mail: jbroach@gtcounty.org FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE Yuletide Home Tour returns with new stops and historic highlightsGEORGETOWN, S.C. — 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 p.m. Saturday, Dec. 13, The event offers a rare opportunity to step inside beautifully decorated homes, churches and
Wednesday, November 05, 2025HGTC Hosts College Application Nights to Help Future Students for the Next Step
FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE HGTC Hosts College Application Nights to Help Future Students for the Next Step CONWAY, S.C. (Oct. 31, 2025) – Horry-Georgetown Technical College (HGTC) invites prospective students to attend its upcoming College Application Nights, a special opportunity to receive personalized assistance with the college application process and get all their questions answered about attending HGTC. The events will be held from 4:00 p.m. to 6:00 p.m. at the following campus locations:Wednesday,
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Friday, October 31, 2025Georgetown County Council Chambers to undergo audio/visual system upgrade
Contact: Jackie Broach, Public Information Officer Phone: (843) 545-3164 E-mail: jbroach@gtcounty.org FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE Georgetown County Council Chambers to undergo audio/visual system upgrade GEORGETOWN COUNTY — Georgetown County Council Chambers will undergo an audio/visual system upgrade over the next several weeks. While the project will bring important technical improvements, the changes may not be immediately noticeable to the public when meetings resume in the space in
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Wednesday, October 29, 2025Game, set, recycle: Stables Tennis Center gives ‘dead’ tennis balls new life
Contact:Jackie Broach, Public Information OfficerPhone: (843) 545-3164E-mail: jbroach@gtcounty.org FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE Game, set, recycle: Stables Tennis Center gives ‘dead’ tennis balls new lifePAWLEYS ISLAND, S.C. — The Waccamaw Regional Tennis Center at Stables Park has quietly joined a growing environmental movement — recycling used tennis balls to keep them out of local landfills and waterways.Through a partnership with RecycleBalls, a national nonprofit that collects and repurposes tennis balls,
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Thursday, October 23, 2025Workshop on Saturday aims to eliminate confusion about recycling
Oct. 23, 2025Contact:Jackie Broach, Public Information OfficerPhone: (843) 545-3164E-mail: jbroach@gtcounty.org FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE Workshop on Saturday aims to eliminate confusion about recyclingGEORGETOWN, S.C. — Recycling and composting are about to get a little less complicated for Georgetown County residents, thanks to a pair of upcoming workshops hosted by the county’s Environmental Services Division.Staff Environmentalist Maureen Mulligan said the sessions are designed to help residents better
Monday, October 13, 2025Board-certified pediatrician joins Tidelands Health
Oct. 13, 2025 Contact: Dawn Bryant Tidelands Health (843) 652-1636 dbryant@tidelandshealth.org News for Immediate Release: Board-certified pediatrician joins Tidelands Health A board-certified pediatrician has joined Tidelands Health and is accepting new patients. Dr. Robin Hudson provides care for children from birth to young adulthood. She offers a range of services to young patients, including wellness checkups, sports physicals and treatment for common childhood ailments such as
Friday, October 10, 2025Waccamaw Library to host third annual Making and Crafting Faire
Contact:Jackie Broach, Public Information OfficerPhone: (843) 545-3164E-mail: jbroach@gtcounty.org FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE Waccamaw Library to host third annual Making and Crafting FairePAWLEYS ISLAND, S.C. — The Waccamaw Neck Branch Library invites the community to celebrate creativity and craftsmanship at its third annual Making and Crafting Faire, scheduled for 10 a.m. to 5 p.m. Oct. 24 and 25.Sponsored by the Friends of the Waccamaw Library, this two-day event is designed to showcase both the
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Friday, October 10, 2025Georgetown County Emergency Services to conduct training exercise with 3V Sigma USA
Contact:Jackie Broach, Public Information OfficerPhone: (843) 545-3164E-mail: jbroach@gtcounty.org FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE Georgetown County Emergency Services to conduct training exercise with 3V Sigma USAGeorgetown County, S.C. — Georgetown County Emergency Services will conduct a joint training exercise with 3V Sigma USA on Friday, Oct. 10, from 8 a.m. to 1 p.m. The exercise will take place in and around Woodstock Street. Residents and businesses should expect an increased presence of emergency
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Friday, October 10, 2025Earthquake Preparedness Week highlights need for awareness
Oct. 10, 2025Contact:Jackie Broach, Public Information OfficerPhone: (843) 545-3164E-mail: jbroach@gtcounty.org FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE Earthquake Preparedness Week highlights need for awarenessGeorgetown County, S.C. — While Georgetown County residents most familiar with hurricane preparation this time of year, local emergency officials remind the public that earthquakes are also a real — though often overlooked — threat in our region.Gov. Henry McMaster has proclaimed October 12–18 as Earthquake
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Monday, October 06, 2025Georgetown County welcomes Megan Colegrove as new Finance Director
Contact:Jackie Broach, Public Information OfficerPhone: (843) 545-3164E-mail: jbroach@gtcounty.org FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE Georgetown County welcomes Megan Colegrove as new Finance DirectorGEORGETOWN, S.C. – Georgetown County is pleased to announce the hire of Megan Colegrove as its new Finance Director. Colegrove, who officially steps into the role today, brings with her more than a decade of experience in financial management across both nonprofit and corporate sectors.Originally from West Virginia,
