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Bamberg County, South Carolina
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About Bamberg, SC

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Approximately 13,810 residents
County Seat
Bamberg, South Carolina
Coverage Area
395 square miles in southern South Carolina

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Barnwell Resident, Denmark Tech Accounting Manager Charged with Card Fraud in Bamberg
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Barnwell Resident, Denmark Tech Accounting Manager Charged with Card Fraud in Bamberg

Jessica Marie Holman, 47, a Barnwell County resident and former Denmark Technical College senior accounting manager, was charged Feb. 19 with financial transaction card theft and fraud and was booked in Bamberg County.

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South Carolina House Adopts Resolution Honoring Bamberg-Ehrhardt Red Raiders' 2025 Title
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South Carolina House Adopts Resolution Honoring Bamberg-Ehrhardt Red Raiders' 2025 Title

The South Carolina House adopted Resolution 5289 on March 3, 2026, formally honoring Bamberg‑Ehrhardt’s 2025 Class A champions who beat Lamar 35-21 in Orangeburg.

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Bamberg County Announces Low-Cost Spring Break Camp April 6-9 for Ages 8-12
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Bamberg County Announces Low-Cost Spring Break Camp April 6-9 for Ages 8-12

Bamberg County Government announced a low-cost Spring Break Camp for children ages 8–12 running April 6–9, 2026; a March 27 registration deadline appears in the announcement title but registration details were not provided.

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All Sourced Facts Compiled for Rivers Bridge State Historic Site Guide
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All Sourced Facts Compiled for Rivers Bridge State Historic Site Guide

Rivers Bridge State Historic Site preserves a 390-acre Civil War battlefield where Maj. Gen. William T. Sherman’s division of about 5,000 overwhelmed 1,200 Confederate soldiers; visit 325 State Park Rd, Ehrhardt, free admission.

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Bamberg County Native Betty Crethea Ayers Memorial Posted by Funeral Home
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Bamberg County Native Betty Crethea Ayers Memorial Posted by Funeral Home

Obituary posted March 2, 2026 names Bamberg County native Betty Crethea “Big Betty” Ayers, born March 7, 1947, and lists a viewing and service on Mar 7 at The Fairview Church in York.

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Orangeburg Coach Elizabeth Miller Barker, 62, Dies; Graveside Service March 1
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Orangeburg Coach Elizabeth Miller Barker, 62, Dies; Graveside Service March 1

Elizabeth “Coach Miller” Barker, 62, of Orangeburg died Feb. 26, 2026; a graveside service is set for 3:00 pm March 1 at Denmark Cemetery, followed by a memorial March 2 at Orangeburg Lutheran Church.

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Carroll Mortuary Posts Obituary for Denmark Resident Ms. Lilly Ruth Ramsey
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Carroll Mortuary Posts Obituary for Denmark Resident Ms. Lilly Ruth Ramsey

Carroll Mortuary in Denmark posted an obituary for Ms. Lilly Ruth Ramsey; the Legacy.com notice lists Carroll Mortuary’s address at 1646 Church St., Denmark, SC 29042 and invites families to contact the mortuary.

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Denmark-Olar High, Bamberg Schools Host Book Fair and Read Across America Week
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Denmark-Olar High, Bamberg Schools Host Book Fair and Read Across America Week

Denmark-Olar High School is hosting a book fair and Read Across America Week activities today at 197 Viking Circle; call the high school at (803) 793-3307 for information.

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Denmark Man Charged With Exploitation After Alleged Scam Targeting Two Vulnerable Adults
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Denmark Man Charged With Exploitation After Alleged Scam Targeting Two Vulnerable Adults

Calhoun County Sheriff Summers says Raheem R. Glover of Denmark has been charged with the exploitation of a vulnerable adult after investigators say two vulnerable adults were scammed in a mobile‑home rental scheme.

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Bamberg-Ehrhardt Boys Soccer Improves to 3-0 with 5-0 Win Over Calhoun County
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Bamberg-Ehrhardt Boys Soccer Improves to 3-0 with 5-0 Win Over Calhoun County

Bamberg-Ehrhardt shut out Calhoun County 5-0 on the road, a win that MaxPreps records as moving the program to 3-0 on the young season.

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Bamberg Video of Dog Chained in Snow Prompts Welfare Check, Whistleblower Barred
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Bamberg Video of Dog Chained in Snow Prompts Welfare Check, Whistleblower Barred

A viral video shows a dog chained outside in snow in Bamberg, prompting a welfare-check request to the sheriff while the homeowner filed a no-trespass order barring the whistleblower.

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Memorial Service Set for William A. (Billy) Sanford, 86, of Orangeburg
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Memorial Service Set for William A. (Billy) Sanford, 86, of Orangeburg

Memorial service for William "Billy" A. Sanford, 86, is set for 12:00 pm Tuesday, March 3, 2026 at First Baptist Church; memorials may be sent to First Baptist Church, 1240 Russell Street, Orangeburg.

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Bamberg County Project Among 14 Recipients of $760,000 State Grants
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Bamberg County Project Among 14 Recipients of $760,000 State Grants

Secretary of Commerce Harry M. Lightsey III announced that a Bamberg County project is among 14 statewide recipients sharing more than $760,000 in Relentless Challenge grants.

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Bamberg's John Belton JB Battle Dies at 73 at St. Francis Hospital
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Bamberg's John Belton JB Battle Dies at 73 at St. Francis Hospital

Watkins, Garrett & Woods Mortuary reports Bamberg native John Belton "JB" Battle, born March 28, 1952, died Feb 28, 2026 at St. Francis Hospital Downtown at age 73.

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Inside Bamberg County’s Five Towns: Character, Services, Events for Residents
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Inside Bamberg County’s Five Towns: Character, Services, Events for Residents

Bamberg County’s five incorporated towns, Bamberg, Denmark, Ehrhardt, Olar and Govan, divide local services and civic life, with the county seat concentrating government functions and the other towns sustaining neighborhood schools, volunteer services and recurring community events.

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Bamberg County 9-1-1 Center Lists Agencies, Provides Non-Emergency Contacts
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Bamberg County 9-1-1 Center Lists Agencies, Provides Non-Emergency Contacts

Dispatch Supervisor Aisha Bryant leads Bamberg County Communications, the county’s 24/7 PSAP; non-emergency calls are listed at (803) 245-3000 and the office is at 1234 North Street, Bamberg.

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Historic 1897 Bamberg County Courthouse Moved 500 Feet for $25,000
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Historic 1897 Bamberg County Courthouse Moved 500 Feet for $25,000

Bamberg County Courthouse, built in 1897, was physically moved 500 feet in 1950 at a cost of $25,000 after Highway 301 was routed through its original grounds.

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Bamberg County outdoor hotspots for hunting, fishing, birding and recreation
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Bamberg County outdoor hotspots for hunting, fishing, birding and recreation

Bamberg County’s mix of timberland, agricultural fields, wetlands, small creeks and managed public spaces creates distinct, accessible zones for hunting, fishing, birding and low-impact recreation across the county.

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SCDOT Holds Bamberg Drop-In Meeting on SC-70 and S-49 Improvements
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SCDOT Holds Bamberg Drop-In Meeting on SC-70 and S-49 Improvements

SCDOT officials presented proposed intersection improvements for SC-70 (Country Club Road) at S-49 (Char‑Augusta Road) during a drop-in meeting in Bamberg on Feb. 24, 2026.

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SC House Passes Ten Commandments Display Bill; Rep. Justin Bamberg, Residents Watch
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SC House Passes Ten Commandments Display Bill; Rep. Justin Bamberg, Residents Watch

Rep. Justin Bamberg held up a paper reading “The Lord will fight for you; you need only to be still” as the South Carolina House passed on second reading a bill to post the Ten Commandments in every public school and college classroom.

Marcus Williams2m read
Blackhorse Steel Brings 40 Jobs, $5.2 Million Investment to Bamberg
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Blackhorse Steel Brings 40 Jobs, $5.2 Million Investment to Bamberg

Blackhorse Steel Works will establish a 107,000 square foot fabrication facility in Denmark, bringing a $5.2 million investment and 40 new jobs to Bamberg County. The project received a $150,000 Rural Infrastructure Fund grant to support building improvements, a targeted boost for local manufacturing and tax base growth.

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River Birch Golf Course Reopens, Boosts Bamberg County Recreation
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River Birch Golf Course Reopens, Boosts Bamberg County Recreation

River Birch Golf Course in Bamberg has reopened under new ownership and management, bringing renewed investment in clubhouse and course operations and serving as a site for local events. The reopening strengthens Bamberg County efforts to expand recreation, draw visitors, and support small town economic activity through tourism and community fundraising.

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Bamberg County Library Provides Lifeline for Rural Residents
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Bamberg County Library Provides Lifeline for Rural Residents

Bamberg County Public Library serves as a critical hub for residents of Bamberg, Denmark, Ehrhardt, Olar and Govan, offering internet access, lending services and community programs. For many rural families the library is essential for job searches, schoolwork, tax aide notices and access to health information, making its hours and services a local public health and equity concern.

Lisa Park2m read
Bamberg County Centralizes Government Services Online, Boosts Public Access
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Bamberg County Centralizes Government Services Online, Boosts Public Access

Bamberg County now directs residents to a single online portal for county government contacts and services, making it easier to find tax payment options, voter registration, public safety contacts, and meeting information. The consolidated access matters to local residents because it speeds routine transactions, improves transparency, and connects citizens to timely notices such as jury duty, holiday closures, and election information.

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Bamberg County Courthouse Annex Centralizes County Services for Residents
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Bamberg County Courthouse Annex Centralizes County Services for Residents

The Bamberg County Courthouse Annex, known as the Isaiah Odom Building, serves as the routine point of contact for county government business, housing Clerk to Council, County Treasurer, Delinquent Tax Office, Voter Registration and other frequently used services. Located at 1234 North Street with PO Box 149 Bamberg SC 29003, the annex provides a single reference for paying taxes, filing records requests, attending council meetings and obtaining permit forms, and many public forms are available online via the county website.

Marcus Williams2m read
House Judiciary Committee advances 25-foot HALO Act buffer for on-duty first responders
Government

House Judiciary Committee advances 25-foot HALO Act buffer for on-duty first responders

Rep. Melissa Oremus pushed H.4763, the HALO Act, through the House Judiciary Committee 15-4; it would bar approaching on-duty first responders within 25 feet after a verbal warning.

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River Birch Golf Club Reopens in Bamberg Under New Ownership, Management
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River Birch Golf Club Reopens in Bamberg Under New Ownership, Management

River Birch Golf Club has reopened in Bamberg under new ownership, restoring an 18-hole, par-72 course and a community-focused recreation and event venue.

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Bamberg Courthouse anchors downtown, drives preservation and local revival
Community

Bamberg Courthouse anchors downtown, drives preservation and local revival

The Bamberg County Courthouse and surrounding Historic District remain the cultural and civic heart of downtown Bamberg, anchoring county government, community events, and heritage tourism. Preservation work and grant funded repairs in recent years have stabilized historic commercial and residential buildings, supporting downtown businesses and helping coordinate events that matter to residents.

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Bamberg County Assembles Time Capsule, Invites Community Contributions
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Bamberg County Assembles Time Capsule, Invites Community Contributions

Bamberg County is assembling a time capsule as part of the Courthouse Annex dedication, to be opened in 50 years. The county is inviting families, churches, schools, community organizations and businesses to submit small items that document life today, which could preserve a record of local public health, economic and social realities for future generations.

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