Georgetown District News Today

Established in 1907 as the Industrial Revolution arrived to Seattle, Markey is the oldest privately-held winch manufacturer…

In 1780, the British shifted their strategy from fighting in the Northern colonies and focused on the South. They captured Charleston at the end of March and searched for established strongholds throughout the colony. Upon entering the Georgetown …

September 1780: Francis Marion and his men defeat the British in the Skirmish at Black Mingo Creek.

The Police in the Georgetown District are investigating the circumstances surrounding a suspected drowning that occurred on Tuesday 15 August at Rabacca Beach, Georgetown. Police say the incident claimed the life of Andre Stephens, 65 year old resident of Georgetown/USA. Police say, according to preliminary investigations, at 6:24 p.m. on Tuesday 15 August, officers at…

Tafique Sutton, a 27-year-old farmer of Georgetown, was arrested and charged on Saturday, November 12, for being in possession of one Glock 40 pistol and 16 rounds of .40 ammunition without a license. The arrest was made by officers attached to the Rapid Response Unit (RRU). A release from the Royal St Vincent and the Grenadines Police Force (RSVGPF) said "... a party of RRU personnel ... [was] on mobile …

“A” is for Alston, Joseph (ca. 1778-1816). Governor. Joseph Alston’s administration was one of the most discordant in the history of the state because of several impolitic actions he took.

“A” is for Allston, Robert Francis Withers (1801-1864). Legislator, governor, rice planter.

After 50 days, the Caldor Fire continues to to burn in El Dorado and Alpine Counties. It is currently measured at 221,775 acres and is 91 percent contained. The cause of the fire remains under investigation. 782 structures have been destroyed, 35 structures are threatened, and 81 structures have been damaged.