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Classic Film Series to screen spooky flicks leading up to Halloween

Residents are invited to celebrate “Hollywood Halloween” at the Waccamaw Library on Fridays at 2:30 p.m. this Fall.

Beginning on Friday, Sept. 29, the Library will unveil a series of weekly screenings featuring classic thrillers that cr...

Library celebrates Harriet Tubman with author visit

The continuing inspiration of Harriet Tubman, the famed conductor of the Underground Railroad who guided thousands of enslaved African-Americans to liberty, will be the focus of a Waccamaw Library program on Oct. 5.

The Friends of the Waccamaw Library&...

Applicants sought for Transportation Committee

The Georgetown County Legislative Delegation is seeking applicants to serve on the County Transportation Committee. The committee is responsible for selecting and approving road projects to be funded with the county's portion of the state tax on ...

POSTPONED: Outdoor Festival and River Day

Update posted 9/21/23: Due to this weekend's forecast and poor trail conditions, we are postponing Saturday's Outdoor Festival and River Day at Rocky Point. We will reschedule for Oct. 14 and add some fun Fall activities, such as hay rid...

Sept. 10 is meteorological peak of hurricane season

As summer begins to transition to fall, there’s another season that should be on people’s minds this month. Sept. 10 is the meteorological peak of the Atlantic Hurricane season.

“We were very lucky that Hurricane Idalia didn&a...

Talking History series returns with programs on slavery, religion

In October and November, the Waccamaw Library will host two more fascinating presentations as part of its Talking History series, an exciting collaboration that features faculty members from the Coastal Carolina University Department of History. The serie...

Application period open for A-Tax grants

Georgetown County began accepting applications for accommodations tax grants on Monday, Aug. 14. The application period will run through Sept. 29 at 5 p.m. Grants are available for projects and events occurring in the 2024 calendar year.

Proceeds from the ...

New website feature allows residents to access property-specific floodplain information online

As of this month, the Georgetown County Planning and Building Department has made it easier for residents to access floodplain information specific to their individual property. The county is using a floodplain management platform called Forerunner to hel...

Public input meetings will focus on Land Use Element of Comprehensive Plan

The Georgetown County Planning Department will host a series of community listening sessions to gather comments from residents regarding the update to the Land Use Element of the Comprehensive Plan. Residents are invited to attend any or all of the sessio...

Residents encouraged to prepare as Tropical Storm Idalia approaches

Click on the Emergency Alerts bar at the top of our website for the latest updates.

Georgetown County Emergency Management is closely monitoring Tropical Storm Idalia as it approaches Florida on a track to cross the S.C. coast Wednesday into Thursday. Resi...

Fall youth sports delayed due to heat

After much consideration, Georgetown County Parks and Recreation decided this week to postpone its 2023 fall youth sports season due to extreme heat. 

"Our top priority is the safety of the children, so we are canceling conditioning and postp...

Italian company to open manufacturing plant in Georgetown County

Zilmet USA, an American subsidiary of an Italian company that manufactures plumbing parts, is opening a manufacturing facility in Georgetown County.

The company announced today that they have broken ground on construction of a 150,000-square-foot facility ...

Filing opens for those interested in running for mayor, council

Both the Town of Andrews and the Town of Pawleys Island will have elections for Mayor and Town Council on Nov. 7. Town residents who would like to file to run for office can do so beginning at noon on Tuesday, Aug. 1. Filing will close at noon on Aug. 15....

County wins national Public Information awards

Georgetown County Public Information Officer Jackie Broach won six awards in this year’s National Association of County Information Officers Awards of Excellence competition. The winners were announced  July 26. 

The competition...

Staub helps residents enjoy all the outdoors has to offer

After 35 years working in public safety, T.L. Staub is enjoying a much more relaxed pace.

That’s not to say his new job is easy. He has to deal with heat, bugs and all kinds of other critters. But he gets to spend entire days by himself enjoying ...

County to suspend use of environmentally friendly mosquito control methods

Georgetown County will temporarily suspend use of more environmentally friendly mosquito control applications beginning July 26. Mosquito Control staff will continue to operate utilizing a permethrin and Piperonyl butoxide (PBO) pesticide traditionally us...

Opioid settlement funds to expand recovery, prevention programs

Opioid settlement funds are headed to Georgetown County to expand an innovative peer recovery program at Tidelands Health, create assistance for patients starting their recovery and fund additional efforts to help battle the opioid crisis.

Georgetown Count...

Part of Campbell Marine Complex to close for training exercise

The National Guard will participate in a training exercise in Georgetown County this month. 

Part of the exercise will be staged at the Carroll Ashmore Campbell Marine Complex in Georgetown. As a result, one boat ramp and part of the parking area ...

Outdoor adventures among summer offerings from Parks and Rec.

Looking for a way to get active this summer? Georgetown County Parks and Recreation is hosting a plethora of free events all summer long. 

Recreation coordinator Jason Walters, and his team have planned both indoor and outdoor events for people of...

Fire Dept. offers tips for safe Fourth of July fun

It is crucial that residents and visitors of Georgetown County know the proper safety measures to take to enjoy a fun and safe Fourth of July. Over 10,000 fireworks-related injuries were reported in 2022, firecrackers and sparklers being the top two contr...

Prepare now for Hurricane Season

Hurricane Season is upon us and there is no better time to prepare than now. We’re already seeing an early and aggressive start to the season as — for the first time since record-keeping began — two tropical storms are spinni...

Applications being accepted for blight removal project

County testing new mosquito control methods

Georgetown County residents will hopefully see fewer mosquitos around their homes this summer. The Georgetown County Mosquito Control Division is employing more spray truck drivers this year, and it’s also trying out new methods of mosquito elim...

Waccamaw Library offers summer learning opportunities for teens

If you’re looking for something to keep your teens and tweens busy and learning this summer, Georgetown County has the answer. The Waccamaw Library Teen Room is the perfect place for older kids to create things, problem solve, and have fun &...

Committee tasked with telling County's Revolutionary history

To prepare for the celebration of the 250th anniversary of the American Revolution in 2026, the S.C. government established the SC250 Commission. It also encouraged counties to form their own commissions to help celebrate and better explain our history &a...

Waccamaw Neck Stormwater Master Plan is complete

Georgetown County is pleased to announce the successful completion of the Waccamaw Neck Stormwater Master Plan. This plan is the culmination of a $702,000 investment aimed at addressing pressing challenges related to stormwater and community flood resilie...

Georgetown Library closed for renovations

It has been less than a week since the Georgetown Library closed its doors to the public to get ready for renovations, but staff has made huge progress in getting things packed up. Library Director Dwight McInvaill estimates they have boxed up about 15% o...

Residents asked to participate in hurricane evacuation survey

The South Carolina Emergency Management Division's Hurricane Evacuation Study is underway as the 2023 hurricane season begins. 

With your input, this study will guide how the state plans for and responds to hurricanes in South Carolina. Previous s...

Film screening, panel discussion to focus on mental health

An encore showing of the film "Connecting the Dots" will take place on Tuesday, June 13, at the Waccamaw Library. The screening begins at 6 p.m. and is free and open to the public. It will be followed by a panel discussion on mental health in ou...

Garden City road resurfacing project underway

Public Services employees receive awards

   As part of its celebration of National Public Works Week, the Georgetown County Department of Public Services recognized several of its outstanding employees during an event on May 25. Three awards were presented: The Team Player Awa...

New flood insurance rate maps in effect this month

New flood insurance rate maps from FEMA went into effect this month, meaning some residents may see changes to their home insurance rates. Residents whose homes were moved into special flood hazard areas on the new maps may see rates rise significantly, w...

Youth Academy partners with Parks & Rec. to put kids on path to success

Ronald McInnis is used to getting the call. Sometimes it’s from a parent; sometimes from a teacher or school administrator. Regardless of who’s on the other end of the line, the message is the same: There’s a student having d...

Dept. of Commerce invests $3.6M for infrastructure improvements

The U.S. Department of Commerce's Economic Development Administration (EDA) is awarding a $3.6 million grant to Georgetown County for infrastructure improvements to support business growth and job creation.

This project will provide site upgrades ...

Feedback sought on stormwater design manual

The Stormwater Division is in the process of updating its design manual. The Design Manual is utilized by developers and engineers when submitting to the Stormwater Division for a Land Disturbance Permit. The draft design manual is posted at https://georg...

Park named for Abie Ladson

A park in the Plantersville community now bears the name of the late Abie Roger Ladson Sr. A dedication ceremony and sign unveiling took place at the park on April 15. 

County Council agreed a year ago to name the park for Ladson at the request of...

County staff members complete leadership development program

Eight leaders from Georgetown County government recently completed a year-long leadership development program facilitated by LeaderGov, of Atlanta, Ga. The participants were engaged in 12 workshops that focused on growing their understanding of themselves...

County hosts inaugural Taxpayer Academy

Georgetown County had the first session of its inaugural Taxpayer Academy April 6. In celebration of National County Government Month, every Thursday in April residents participating in the class will visit county facilities, meet with county leaders and ...

County fire depts. receive 'Fire Safe' designation

Georgetown County has once again been named a Fire Safe Community, thanks to the efforts of both Georgetown County Fire-EMS and Midway Fire-Rescue. The departments were recognized today by Fire Safe South Carolina for efforts in 2022 to develop community ...

Council Celebrates County Government Month

April is National County Government Month! In recognition, Georgetown County Council issued a proclamation in honor of all that county government does, from providing law enforcement and fire protection, to economic development, to solid waste disposal.&a...

County earns statewide safety award

Georgetown County government has received the Outstanding Safety Achievement Award from the S.C. Association of Counties for the second year in a row. The annual award is presented to counties that have demonstrated significant progress in a specific area...

Sarvis honored for work with Special Olympics

Georgetown County Sheriff's Office Captain Robert Sarvis has earned the most prestigious award presented to an officer who supports Special Olympics South Carolina. 

Sarvis received the Joseph Pellicci Keeper of the Flame Award this month...

Silver earns national professional designation renewal

Nancy Silver, Georgetown County Purchasing Officer, has achieved renewal of the Certified Procurement Professional designation from the National Institute of Government Purchasing. The renewal is good for three years and requires successful completion of ...

Letter sent to property owners details changes to filing process

Property owners in Georgetown County will receive a letter from the Auditor's Office soon informing them of upcoming changes to how they file returns. The change is intended to make the process easier for property owners. 

The letter info...

Ellis takes the helm at SCEMA

Student art to be featured on litter prevention signs

Georgetown County Council recognized two students on Feb. 28 for their winning entries in the Palmetto Pride "Litter Trashes Everyone" art contest. Their artwork will be used on litter prevention signs in our community. The winning students are ...

GCEMD named Agency of the Year

The Georgetown County Emergency Management Division has been named the 2023 Agency of the Year by the South Carolina Emergency Management Association.

The surprise announcement was made during the association’s annual conference held February 20-...

WingIts cuts ribbon on new Andrews facility

WingIts, a specialty designer and manufacturer of bathroom accessories, fastening systems and Americans with Disabilities (ADA)-compliant products, held its ribbon cutting ceremony yesterday at a brand new facility in the Georgetown County Business Center...

Laser cutting workshop to feature during ShushCon

Educators and librarians from across the region will be invited to the Waccamaw Library March 10 to learn about the library’s success incorporating a laser cutter into programming. Participants will also have a chance to practice using the libra...

Public meeting in Andrews will focus on flooding

Residents of Georgetown and Williamsburg counties are invited to a public input meeting on drainage and flooding issues this month. The meeting, hosted by the S.C. Office of Resilience and contractor McCormick Taylor, will take place from 5:30-7:30 p.m. o...

Fire Dept. to have ‘smoke detector blitz’ in Lamberttown

Firefighters with Georgetown County Fire and EMS will go door-to-door in the Lamberttown community on Feb. 25 to help make sure residents have working smoke detectors. 

The “smoke detector blitz” is scheduled from 10 am. to 2 p...

Palmetto Pride grant will allow county to continue cleanup initiatives

Georgetown County is once again the proud recipient of a $25,000 Palmetto Pride grant. The grant will help Georgetown County’s Environmental Services Division in its efforts to remove litter from roads and other public areas by employing a part-...

GCSO Polar Plunge raises $80K for Special Olympics

The Georgetown County Sheriff’s Office raised $80,000 for the Special Olympics with its third annual Polar Plunge on Feb. 3.

The event drew hundreds to the Litchfield Inn for a cold morning of dancing, hot cocoa, doughnuts and fun prior to an icy...

Holt promoted to County Assessor

Longtime Georgetown County Assessor Susan Edwards stepped down from her role this year, promoting Deputy Assessor Tim Holt into the position.

Holt took over leadership of the Assessor’s Office on Jan. 1. Edwards, who has worked for the county for more than...

Notice regarding Town of Pawleys Island building permits

Beginning Feb. 1, the Georgetown County Building Department is no longer handling permits for the Town of Pawleys Island. If you have an active permit that was issued by the County, we will continue to administer the permit through project completion and ...

County adds electric vehicles to fleet

Georgetown County added the first two electric vehicles to its fleet last month. It’s a long-awaited move expected to generate savings for the county in coming years.

“We started trying to find battery-operated vehicles to buy about thr...

New bridge built at Stables Park thanks to Eagle Scout project

A new pedestrian bridge was built at Stables Park on Jan. 21 thanks to an Eagle Scout Project by Liam Perry. The 16-year-old constructed the bridge in memory of Bill Shehan, who was a dedicated Scoutmaster for many years. Shehan died in 2021 after a battl...

"Mrs. Zonda" recognized for volunteer service

County Council recognized Zonda Cox as Georgetown County's Volunteer of the year for 2022 for the work she has done for Georgetown County Parks & Recreation and the Georgetown Baseball/Softball Booster Club. Cox was honored at council&rsq...

Talking History series to debut in March

This March the Waccamaw Library will host the first two presentations as part of a new "Talking History" series, which will feature faculty members from the Coastal Carolina University Department of History. On Friday, March 24 at 10 a.m., Dr. K...

S.C. Office of Resilience to have public input meetings

Residents of Georgetown and Williamsburg counties are invited to attend public input meetings on drainage and flooding issues this month. The meetings, hosted by the S.C. Office of Resilience and contractor McCormick Taylor, will take place from 5:30-7:30...

Recycling Centers to standardize hours beginning Jan. 30

The hours of operation for recycling centers across Georgetown County will be more consistent and predictable beginning Monday, Jan. 30. The Environmental Services Division has announced plans to standardize center hours. 

When the changes go into...

Georgetown County Library Main Branch to Undergo Renovation

The Georgetown County Library is gearing up to begin renovations on its main branch on Cleland Street. County officials held a groundbreaking ceremony on Jan. 12 to kick things off. Construction work is scheduled to begin by Feb. 1.

While the library will ...

LaRocco appointed to state advisory council

Michelle LaRocco, manager of the Georgetown County Environmental Services Division, has been appointed to the S.C. Recycling Market Development Advisory Council by Gov. Henry McMaster.

The 14-member council advises on building the growth of the state&a...

Board thanks Altman for 20 years of service

The Georgetown County Board of Elections and Voter Registration recognized retiring board member Billy Altman on Jan. 11 for 20 years of service. The January meeting was Altman's last as a board member. He and his wife are moving to Columbia.

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Council members take oath of office

Three County Council members -- including two brand new ones -- took the oath of office on Jan. 10, immediately prior to the first council meeting of the new year. New council members are Clint Elliott of District 1 and Stella Mercado of District 6. Louis...

Controlled burning at park will cause temporary pathway closures

Parts of the Waccamaw Neck bikeway will close this week as the state moves forward with planned and controlled burning at Huntington Beach State Park.

The bikeway runs through Pawleys Island north to the Horry County Line, including a section that traverse...

Library announces "First Thursday" series lineup

The successful Friends of the Waccamaw Library (FOWL) 1^st Thursday Speaker Series returns for another much anticipated run in Spring 2023. The 1^st Thursday Series is one of the Library’s featured programs. Although subjects of presentations are ...

Georgetown County PIO Receives International Professional Designation

Georgetown County Public Information Officer Jackie R. Broach has successfully completed the process that awards the professional designation of “Public Information Officer” (PIO). The Commission on Professional Credentialing® ...

Small Business Administration Opens Business Recovery Center

The U.S. Small Business Administration (SBA) announced today the opening of a Business Recovery Center at the Litchfield Exchange at 14361 Ocean Highway, Pawleys Island, South Carolina on Monday, Nov. 28 at noon. The BRC provides one-on-one assistance wit...

Public Services employees win 2022 annual awards

Georgetown County Public Services recognized three of its most outstanding employees on November 17 during a luncheon to honor staff. Lynn Sullivan received the Customer Service Award, Maureen Mulligan received the Professional Achievement Award, and Roba...

Georgetown County recognized for excellence in financial reporting for fifth straight year

Georgetown County government has – for the fifth consecutive year – received the highest form of recognition available in the area of governmental accounting and financial reporting.

The county’s Finance Department was present...

Ribbon Cutting at New Recycling Center

County Hires New Assistant Fire Chief

Georgetown County is pleased to announce that Aaron Bostic has been hired as the county’s new Assistant Fire Chief, taking over for retiring Assistant Chief Tony Hucks in November. Bostic is no stranger to local emergency services, having served at Midway...

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