The Manning Times

06/03/2026

Happy 102nd Birthday, Mr. Willie White!

Today, family and friends gathered to celebrate a truly extraordinary milestone as Manning’s own Willie White turned 102 years old.

A World War II veteran, businessman, community leader and lifelong resident of Manning, Mr. White has spent more than a century serving others, working hard and making a lasting impact on Clarendon County. From his military service in Europe during World War II to decades in the cleaning business and his involvement with Ebenezer Baptist Church, the NAACP, American Legion Post 204, the Clarendon County Democratic Party and numerous community organizations, his life has been one of dedication and service.

When asked the secret to a long life during his 100th birthday celebration, Mr. White credited it to “work and treating people well.”

Judging by the smiles, laughter and love surrounding him today, that’s advice worth following.

Please join us in wishing Mr. White a very happy 102nd birthday and many more to come! 🎂🎈🎉

06/02/2026

INFORMATION NEEDED: Officers are continuing efforts to find Vishawn Montrie Witherspoon, 20, of Manning, who could have information related to a fatal shooting last week in Sumter.
The incident happened at about 5:30 p.m. May 26 at a North Magnolia Street residence.
If you know where he can be found, call the Sumter Police Department, 803-436-2700, or the nearest law enforcement agency.

06/01/2026

UPDATE: Doughty has been located.

The Clarendon County Sheriff's Office is asking for the public's help in locating 17-year-old Goddess Doughty, who was last seen around 6:30 p.m. on May 29 at her residence in the Summerton area.

Anyone with information regarding her whereabouts is urged to contact the Clarendon County Sheriff's Office Criminal Investigations Division at 803-435-4415 or the CCSO Tip Line at 803-433-8477.

Please share this post to help spread the word and assist authorities in bringing her home safely.

🔗 Full story in the comments.

Photo courtesy of the Clarendon County Sheriff's Office.

06/01/2026

BREAKING: Coroner identifies 23-year-old killed by train near Manning

05/29/2026

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05/29/2026

Live! We’re drawing a name for Jethro’s BBQ Meet the Cook contest. The winner will receive a $250 Piggly Wiggly gift card. 🐷

05/28/2026

The Big Boom

Did you hear it?

We thought a bookshelf fell in our office. Our marketing director was in her car and thought someone rear ended her. Another friend thought her roof caved in ...

It's also been reported to be felt and heard from the lake to Alcolu and Turbeville.

So, let's have some fun with this oddity in a small town. What did you think it was initially? And where in the county did you hear it? What is your theory of what caused it - a jet, an earthquake ... aliens? Let us know in the comments!

05/27/2026

Manning man sought in connection to Sumter homicide

05/26/2026

Lines stretch outside the Clarendon County Voter Registration & Elections office Tuesday morning as early voting begins for South Carolina’s June 9 primary elections.

The strong turnout comes amid heightened statewide attention on this year’s congressional races following recent debate at the Statehouse over a proposed congressional redistricting plan and possible changes to election timelines. The updated proposal remains under consideration by state lawmakers.

Early voting will continue through Friday, May 29, and again Monday, June 1 through Friday, June 5 from 8:30 a.m. to 5 p.m. at the Clarendon County Election Office, 3 S. Church St. in Manning. Election Day is Tuesday, June 9.

Voters can view sample ballots and additional election information at SCVotes.gov.

05/21/2026

Check out this year's Clarendon: A Guide to the County flip book from The Manning Times — your local guide to the people, places, businesses and community spirit that make Clarendon County feel like home.

Inside this year’s guide, you’ll find:
• Home & Property resources
• Careers & Workforce Training
• Business & Community spotlights
• Local Eats & Southern Flavor
• Events & Entertainment
• Health & Wellness information
• Services & Support resources

From family-owned restaurants and hometown businesses to education, healthcare and community connections, this guide highlights the heart of Clarendon County and the people helping it grow. 💙

Whether you’re a lifelong resident, new to the area or just passing through, we hope you’ll take a look through the flip book (or come by the office and grab a copy!) and discover something new about our community.

📖 Read the flip book here:

Aggravated Assault / Shots Fired Police are investigating an aggravated assault after a fight involving multiple people escalated to gunfire in the city. Officers were dispatched to the 300 …