Bamberg County Government

09/27/2026

Thank you for your support!

09/24/2026

70 food boxes handed out to Bamberg County Veterans…we call that a HUGE success 🙏🏽💙

https://www.wjbf.com/news/veterans-in-bamberg-receive-free-food-boxes/?fbclid=IwZnRzaAUiIh1leHRuA2FlbQExAHBkb2YFZmRpZBZQ8JseodRL_2EZNS7AiuTH1dAIfOAJc3J0YwZhcHBfaWQKNjYyODU2ODM3OQABHvg-m1E7wCxtELRkHLRfPkAi6K7mlYMGBQB8eAV-64jpKdmySNXuIRx5al9u_aem_jYiSBHm3o5O0Ifc3ygx0hQ

Seventy veterans received food boxes at a distribution event in Bamberg on Tuesday, Sept. 22, 2026.

09/24/2026

Did you know?

⚡ Why Do Utility Poles Have So Many Different Wires?
You see utility poles around Bamberg every day—but have you ever wondered what all those different wires are for?

Not every wire on a utility pole carries electricity. A single pole may support several types of services, typically arranged at different heights for safety and accessibility.

⚡ Electric lines — Usually located higher on the pole, these lines are part of the electric distribution system that delivers power throughout the community.

🔌 Transformers & service equipment — Transformers help reduce voltage to the appropriate level before electricity is delivered to homes and businesses.

📱 Communications lines — Lower sections of a pole may carry telephone, cable, internet, or fiber-optic lines owned by communications providers.

↕️ Why the separation? — Required spacing helps keep different utility systems safely separated and gives qualified crews room to perform their work.

So the next time you look up at a utility pole, remember: there's a lot more happening overhead than just electricity!

⚠️ Safety reminder: Never touch a downed wire or anything in contact with it. Always assume a downed line is energized, keep your distance, and report it.

Bamberg BPW
Your Community. Your Board. Your Power.

09/23/2026

Tonight Denmark Technical College is hosting “Panther Fest” 🐆💙

Get ready for Panther Fest! Denmark Tech is bringing the community together Sept. 23 for a night of food, music, inflatables and fireworks. Admission is free and everyone is welcome!

09/23/2026

2-days of impactful learning and networking starts tomorrow!

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09/23/2026

If you are loving and caring for someone with Dementia, this is a great opportunity to connect with a network of supportive people who can help navigate that journey! 🙏🏽

🧠 Dementia 101: The Basics 💙

Join us at the Bamberg County Public Library for an informative session designed to provide a comprehensive overview of dementia—including types and stages, warning signs, ways to minimize risk, navigating a diagnosis, and connecting with resources available in South Carolina.

📅 Tuesday, October 20, 2026
⏰ 11:00 AM–12:00 PM
📍 Bamberg County Public Library
3156 Railroad Avenue, Bamberg, SC 29003

We’re pleased to welcome Shaneka Brown, M.S., CDP, Dementia Care Specialist with the SC Department on Aging, as our speaker.

Whether you’re learning for yourself, supporting a loved one, or simply want to better understand dementia, this session offers an opportunity to learn, ask questions, and connect with helpful resources.

Mark your calendar and join us! 💙

Iona Janine Murdaugh Denmark Branch Library Bamberg County HEALing Partners Family Health Centers, Inc. South Carolina Department on Aging

09/23/2026

According to the latest unemployment figures reported by The Times and Democrat and the S.C. Department of Employment and Workforce, Bamberg County’s unemployment rate is trending downwards ⤵️ from 5.5% in July to 5.3% in August.

Small wins are still worth celebrating 🥳

https://thetandd.com/news/local/article_238305b7-3573-4a2b-b523-aac21e5cfd4e.html

Unemployment rates in Orangeburg and Bamberg counties declined in August, while Calhoun County’s rate edged upward.

09/22/2026

TOWN OF EHRHARDT SPECIAL ELECTION – UNOFFICIAL RESULTS

Bamberg County is sharing the unofficial results of the Town of Ehrhardt Council Special Election held today, September 22, 2026.
📊 Current Election Results:
Robert L. Lantis Jr. – 13 votes (61.90%)
Teko Murdaugh – 7 votes (33.33%)
Write-In – 1 vote (4.76%)
Total Ballots Cast: 21
Voter Turnout: 7.81%
⚠️ IMPORTANT NOTICE: These results are UNOFFICIAL and reflect 1 of 3 precincts reporting as of 7:33 PM. Additional results may change the vote totals.
Bamberg County encourages residents to stay informed as the remaining precincts report their results.

09/21/2026

On Friday, September 18, Bamberg County paused to honor our past, celebrate those who serve us today, and take another important step toward preparing our community for the future.

Bamberg County Council and Administration welcomed community members, first responders, state and local leaders, and special guests for “Honoring Those Who Answer the Call,” a historic three-part ceremony at the former Bamberg County Memorial Hospital site.

The afternoon marked three significant moments:

⭐ The groundbreaking for the new Bamberg County Emergency Operations Center, strengthening our County’s ability to prepare for, respond to, and recover from emergencies.

⭐ The dedication of the First Responders Memorial, honoring the men and women of law enforcement, fire service, EMS, emergency management and public works who answer the call when our communities need them most.

⭐ The unveiling of the historic marker honoring the Old Bamberg County Memorial Hospital, preserving the story of a place that served generations of Bamberg County families.

The occasion held even greater meaning as our community commemorates the 25th anniversary of September 11, 2001, and America’s 250th birthday — reminding us of the enduring values of service, sacrifice, courage and community.

We were especially honored by the distinguished guests who joined us and shared remarks representing the many professions that make public safety possible.

Our program included Kim Stenson, Director of the South Carolina Emergency Management Division; Kelly Moore, Chief of Staff for the South Carolina Department of Transportation; John Edward Jones, Jr., Executive Director of the South Carolina Law Enforcement Officers Association; Jason Dennis, President of the South Carolina Firefighters Association; Will Rochester, representing the South Carolina EMS Association; and Chris Battlo, Regional Operations Manager with Thorne Ambulance Service.

They were joined by Bamberg County Emergency Services Director Tiffany Kemmerlin, Bamberg County Fire Department Coordinator Paul Eubanks, Bamberg County Council Chairwoman Michelle Martin, members of Bamberg County Council, City of Bamberg Mayor Corey Ramsey, Bamberg County Historic Society President Nancy Foster, Palmetto Regional Chamber President Bob Snead, and other community and public-service leaders.

County Administrator Joey Preston served as Master of Ceremonies and provided an overview of the project, while Councilman Evert Comer, Jr. offered the opening prayer and Bamberg County Coroner and Colston Branch Baptist Church Pastor Shawn Hanks closed the historic occasion in prayer.

👏 SPECIAL THANKS

An event of this magnitude is never the work of one person or one organization. Bamberg County extends its sincere appreciation to everyone whose planning, coordination and hard work helped make Friday possible, including:

Thomas Thomas, Deputy Administrator; Chip Maler, Assistant to the Administrator; John Perry, Assistant to the Administrator; Rose Shepherd, Clerk to Council; Tiffany Kemmerlin, Director of Bamberg County Emergency Services; Alisha Moore, Public Information Officer; Bill Johnson and staff, County Operations; Aaron Ness, Bamberg County Attorney; Kenneth Bamberg, Bamberg County Sheriff; Paul Eubanks, Bamberg County Fire Department Coordinator; Thorne Ambulance Service; the Bamberg County Historic Society; Bill Dennis, Lake Moultrie Construction; and Paula Reel, Heritage Interpreter.

We also extend our gratitude to our partners at the South Carolina Emergency Management Division: Director Kim Stenson, Chief of Staff Steven Batson, Chief of Recovery and Mitigation Emily Bently, and State Hazard Mitigation Officer Tyler Spires.

Friday was more than a groundbreaking. More than a dedication. More than an unveiling.

It was a reminder of what can happen when local government, state partners, first responders, community organizations and citizens come together with a shared purpose.

To every firefighter, law enforcement officer, EMS professional, emergency management professional, public works employee, volunteer and family member who supports those who serve:

Thank you for answering the call.

HONORING OUR PAST. SERVING OUR PRESENT.
PREPARING FOR OUR FUTURE.