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Driver Killed in Saturday Crash on Old Pee Dee Road

CHP · Georgetown

Driver Killed in Saturday Crash on Old Pee Dee Road

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GEORGETOWN COUNTY, S.C. (WCBD) - A driver was killed in a Saturday afternoon crash on Old Pee Dee Road. Cpl. Nick Pye with the South Carolina Highway Patrol said the two-vehicle crash happened just before 4:30 p.m. near Ray Road. A 2011 Ford pickup was turning onto Old Pee Dee Road from a private drive when they were struck by a northbound Ram pickup truck. The driver of the Ford died. They have not yet been publicly identified. Cpl. Pye said th…See the Story

She's still climbing: A tribute to Viola Holmes Greene

Georgetown, South Carolina · Georgetown

She's still climbing: A tribute to Viola Holmes Greene

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"I just think of my life as really great," says Viola Holmes Greene when asked to look back over her years.Read Article

Georgetown County leaders may walk back proposed fishing ban after public outcry

Georgetown County · Georgetown County

Georgetown County leaders may walk back proposed fishing ban after public outcry

Georgetown County approved, at the June 24 meeting, the second reading of an ordinance that would outlaw public fishing, whether from shore, pier, boat or other means, between 7 a.m. and 7 p.m. from May 1 through Sept. 30. The ordinance received public outcry and county council chairman Clint Elliot released a statement clarifying the ordinance's intent was to prevent shark fishing.Read Article

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Man Arrested After Firing Shots Into Georgetown Co. Residence

An arrest has been made in connection to a Georgetown County shooting. The incident unfolded at a residence along West Myrtle Road in Andrews. 20-year-old Tyquan Palmer is accused of entering a woman’s home, striking her, and firing shots into a screen door and a wall after exiting the home. The incident has been labeled as domestic violence. Palmer now faces charges of attempted murder, burglary in the first degree, and four counts of assault a…Georgetown, South Carolina · Georgetown Read Article

This Underrated Coastal Region in South Carolina Has Pristine Beaches and Tasty Local Seafood—and It’s Still Quiet and Affordable

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South Carolina locals share their tips for visiting the Hammock Coast, including where to stay, what to do, and where to find an amazing seafood dinner. UWMadison/Getty Images A gazebo over Pawleys Island during dusk.Stay at The George Hotel, an exciting new addition to Georgetown’s hospitality scene.Pack your sunscreen, towels, and a picnic lunch for a beach day on Pawleys Island or at Litchfield Beach. Pick up some fresh shrimp at Seven Seas S…Murrells Inlet · Murrells Inlet Read Article

Georgetown officials say it will take 'months and months' to sell the IP mill property. Here's why.

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Georgetown county and city leaders met with International Paper officials June 23 to learn more about the timeline and process of selling SC's IP mill.Georgetown County · Georgetown County Read Article

Georgetown County closing in on surf fishing ban

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GEORGETOWN COUNTY, S.C. (WBTW) -- A popular Georgetown County pastime may soon have strict new rules around it, as officials are mulling a major rule change. On Tuesday, the county council voted 5-0 on second reading of a proposed ordinance that would prohibit bait and surf fishing on public beaches between 7:30 a.m. and 7 p.m. from May 1 through Sept. 30 -- peak tourism months in the region. "This ordinance is put forward to safeguard swimmers,…Georgetown County · Georgetown County See the Story

Georgetown County obituaries for June 11-17

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WHITE, Nettie Bell, 78, of Andrews died Sunday, June 15. Arrangements by Henryhand's Andrews Chapel.Georgetown, South Carolina · Georgetown Read Article

Georgetown County deputies use bloodhounds, drones in search for runaway teen

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Open the article to view the coverage from WCBDDrones · Georgetown See the Story

Georgetown residents voice concern over future of former paper mill site

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GEORGETOWN, S.C. (WCBD) – Residents in Georgetown are raising concerns about what could be developed at the former International Paper Mill site after hearing that a biomass plant may be in the works. Now, community members are planning to take those concerns directly to county council. Both the International Paper Mill and nearby steel mill once served as major economic engines for the area. Currently, both properties sit vacant—and locals say …Georgetown, South Carolina · Georgetown Read Article