Contact: Jackie Broach, Public Information Officer Phone: (843) 545-3164 E-mail: jbroach@gtcounty.org
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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 Contact:Jackie Broach, Public Information OfficerPhone: (843) 545-3164E-mail: jbroach@gtcounty.org
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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, Oct. 23, 2025Contact:Jackie Broach, Public Information OfficerPhone: (843) 545-3164E-mail: jbroach@gtcounty.org
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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 Contact:Jackie Broach, Public Information OfficerPhone: (843) 545-3164E-mail: jbroach@gtcounty.org
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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 Contact:Jackie Broach, Public Information OfficerPhone: (843) 545-3164E-mail: jbroach@gtcounty.org
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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 Oct. 10, 2025Contact:Jackie Broach, Public Information OfficerPhone: (843) 545-3164E-mail: jbroach@gtcounty.org
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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 Library to celebrate Indigenous Peoples’ Day with drumming, dancing and storytelling by 4 Holes Indian Organization
The Georgetown County Library invites the community to celebrate Indigenous Peoples’ Day with a free, family-friendly program at 3:30 p.m. on Monday, Oct. 13, in the Georgetown Library Auditorium.The event will feature drumming, dancing, storytelling and historical artifacts presented by the Four Holes Indian Organization, offering visitors a vibrant, sensory experience that brings Midway Fire Rescue invites you to the department's annual Open House on Saturday, Oct. 18, from noon to 4 p.m. at its headquarters station, located at 67 St. Paul Place. This community event gives residents a chance to meet the men and women who serve our Pawleys Island, Litchfield and DeBordieu communities, explore the fire station, and learn important fire safety tips.Guests can take part in hands-on fire extinguisher training, learn about smoke alarms, home escape planning, senior and cooking safety, and Contact:Jackie Broach, Public Information OfficerPhone: (843) 545-3164E-mail: jbroach@gtcounty.org
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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, Contact:Jackie Broach, Public Information OfficerPhone: (843) 545-3164E-mail: jbroach@gtcounty.org
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Georgetown County monitoring tropical systemGEORGETOWN, S.C. – Georgetown County Emergency Management is closely monitoring a developing tropical system in the Atlantic that forecasters expect could impact our area early next week.As of this morning, the system — currently designated Invest 94L — is still working to organize and is expected to become a tropical depression later today Contact: Jackie Broach, Public Information Officer Phone: (843) 545-3164 E-mail: jbroach@gtcounty.org
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Georgetown County issues RFQ to begin transformative redevelopment of Georgetown Port
GEORGETOWN, S.C. – Georgetown County has issued a Request for Qualifications (RFQ) to begin development of a Master Plan for the transformative redevelopment of the Georgetown Port property. This marks a critical step forward in reimagining one of the county’s most valuable assets into a Contact:Jackie Broach, Public Information OfficerPhone: (843) 545-3164E-mail: jbroach@gtcounty.org
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Georgetown County launches Unified Development Ordinance initiative
Public invited to kickoff meeting Sept. 30 at Georgetown Library
GEORGETOWN, S.C. – Georgetown County is embarking on an important new planning initiative with the launch of its first-ever Unified Development Ordinance (UDO) — and residents are invited to help shape it from the start.A public kickoff meeting will Contact:Jackie Broach, Public Information OfficerPhone: (843) 545-3164E-mail: jbroach@gtcounty.org
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Georgetown County welcomes Paige Sawyer as new Veterans Services Officer
GEORGETOWN, S.C. – Georgetown County has a new advocate for its veteran community. Longtime Georgetown resident and Army veteran Paige Sawyer has stepped into the role of Veterans Services Officer, bringing with him decades of community involvement and a deep passion for serving those who served our Contact:Jackie Broach, Public Information OfficerPhone: (843) 545-3164E-mail: jbroach@gtcounty.org
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Reassessment notices to start arriving in mailboxes next week
GEORGETOWN COUNTY – Georgetown County will begin mailing property reassessment notices to all county property owners on Monday, Sept. 15. Most residents should begin receiving their notices in the mail by the middle of the week.County officials are reminding residents that these reassessment notices are not tax bills. The Contact:Jackie Broach, Public Information OfficerPhone: (843) 545-3164E-mail: jbroach@gtcounty.org
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Investment in new trash collection equipment pays off
GEORGETOWN COUNTY, S.C. – A recent investment in new trash collection equipment is paying off for Georgetown County Parks and Recreation. As tourist traffic slowed after Labor Day, Department Director Beth Goodale reviewed the results of the county’s first full season using a new compacting trailer and a fleet of bright yellow Contact: Jackie Broach, Public Information OfficerPhone: (843) 545-3164E-mail: jbroach@gtcounty.org
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Georgetown Area officials meet with International Paper for update on sale of Georgetown property
GEORGETOWN COUNTY – At the request of International Paper (IP), Georgetown County provided a location for company officials to meet with local leaders on June 23. The purpose of the meeting was for IP to provide an update on the status of the sale of its property located in.jpg){kind=logo}
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Georgetown County Emergency Services to conduct training exercise with 3V Sigma USA
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Investment in new trash collection equipment pays off
Georgetown Area officials meet with International Paper for update on sale of Georgetown property
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