Williamsburg Hometown Chamber
Relocation Information
Located in the Lowcountry and Pee Dee regions of South Carolina, Williamsburg County has a large rural population with an abundance of clean air and water which equates an enviable quality of life. In Williamsburg County, residents enjoy a peaceful, small town atmosphere knowing that the luxuries and conveniences of metropolitan areas are less than 50 minutes away. Living in Williamsburg County means less traffic, friendly neighbors, and an abundance of natural beauty. A trip down Black River will certainly convince you that we are truly a sportsman's paradise.
Realtors
Gilman Real Estate
417 N. Longstreet Street
Kingstree, SC 29556
843-355-HOME (4663)
John Yancey McGill Real Estate
Post Office Box 759
601 N. Longstreet Street
Kingstree, SC 29556
843-355-7217
Utilities
Duke Progress Energy
1-800-452-2777
Santee Electric Cooperative
843-355-6187
South Carolina Electric & Gas
843-394-8043
Farmers Telephone
843-382-2333
Verizon
Residential Customers 1-800-483-4000
Business Customers 1-800-483-5000
Time Warner Cable
843-394-8231
Municipal Water/Sewer Systems:
Kingstree - 843-355-7484
Hemingway - 843-558-2824
Lane - 843-387-5151
Greeleyville - 843-426-2111
Agencies
Banking
Williamsburg County Building Permits
147 W. Main Street
Kingstree, SC 29556
843-354-9321
Williamsburg County DHEC
(for septic tank permits)
520 Thurgood Marshall Blvd. Suite C
Kingstree, SC 29556
843-355-9378
Williamsburg County Economic Development
P.O. Box 1132
Kingstree, SC 29556
843-382-9393
201 South Main Street
Hemingway, SC 29554
843-558-2511
or
500 East Main Street
Kingstree, SC 29556
843-354-2250
75 Main Street
Greeleyville, SC 29056
843-426-2161
or
209 Martin Luther King Avenue
Kingstree, SC 29556
843-355-5551
Kingstree Federal Savings and Loan
101 E. Mill Street
Kingstree, SC 29556
843-355-5428
Religion
Religion, like the rest of Williamsburg County, has a cherished history. Perhaps no other concept is as deeply rooted in the local culture as religion.
Today in Williamsburg County, freedom to worship is still believed to be one of the most important gifts of our heritage. We have over 50 churches, old and new of many different denominations. As local churches provide an opportunity to grow spiritually as well as fellowship with others, all visitors, newcomers, and residents are encouraged to worship at the church of their choice.
607 N. Longstreet Street
Kingstree, SC 29556
843-354-2219
First Citizens Bank
200 West Main Street
Kingstree, SC 29556
843-355-6101
and
12 North Morgan Avenue
Andrews, SC 29510
843-264-5211
125 S Academy Street
Kingstree, SC 29556
(843) 355-4321
Education
Williamsburg County School District
423 School Street
Kingstree, SC 29556
843-354-5571
Located near the coastal region of South Carolina, Williamsburg County School District is composed of 934 square miles, making it the seventh largest county in the South Carolina inland area. The school district serves more than 7,000 students, with over 1,000 persons employed by the school district. The school district has 9 elementary schools, 1 junior high school, 3 high schools, and 1 vocational training center.
In order to meet the various needs of the students in the county, the district provides programs which consist of the traditional kindergarten through twelfth grade, child development, gifted and talented, special education, adult education, Occupational Education, JROTC, Tech Prep, computer technology, and robotics. Services for students include health, foodservices, transportation, counseling, psychological, speech, hearing, and homebound. A complete listing of schools in the district is available upon request.
Williamsburg Academy
1000 Sandy Bay Road
Kingstree, SC 29556
843-355-6539
Williamsburg Academy is an independent school located in Kingstree. The school offers a wide range of opportunities with academics as well as athletics within a safe environment. AP courses and dual credits with Williamsburg Technical College help prepare college bound students. The Lower School Curriculum (K-5) is enriched with the Accelerated Reader Program, Spanish, Music, PE, Computer, and Library. After school day care is available for a nominal fee.
Williamsburg Technical College
601 Martin Luther King Jr. Avenue
Kingstree, SC 29556
843-355-2021 or 1-800-768-2021
Williamsburg Technical College is a public, two year, associate, diploma, and certificate granting institution. The College became fully accredited in December 1977 by the Commission on Colleges of Southern Association of Colleges and Schools. With the approval of the SC State Board for Technical and Comprehensive Education. To ensure the potential for each Williamsburg Technical College student to successfully complete the educational programs, the College has embarked on specific steps to create a positive learning environment. Williamsburg Technical College continuously revises and updates existing curricula to ensure course and program offerings remain abreast of current teaching techniques and industrial trends.
Limestone College
1115 College Drive
Gaffney, SC 29340
1-800-795-7151
Limestone College is an accredited, independent, coeducational, four year liberal arts institution established in 1845, and chartered by the state of South Carolina. Its programs lead to the Bachelor of Arts, Bachelor of Science, or Associate of Arts degree. Limestone College attempts to develop students to their full capacity through small classes and close student-faculty interaction. The College is committed to the idea that liberal arts education best contributes to the development of mind, body, and character.
200 Miller Road
Sumter, SC 29150
(803) 775-6341
USC Sumter, one of eight campuses of the University of South Carolina, has as its mission to provide higher education and intellectual leadership for the Sumter area. USC Sumter offers a varied curriculum rooted in the liberal arts and aimed at preparing students to continue their education in the University and throughout life. The faculty at USC Sumter has an outstanding reputation in providing the most rewarding educational experience available. You not only get an education, but a way of life. USC Sumter provides an inexpensive way to attend the University. You can live at home and commute to the campus. The tuition fees are the lowest in South Carolina for a university education.
Clemson University Cooperative Extension
Post Office Box 700
Kingstree, SC 29556
843-355-6106
Clemson University Cooperative Extension Service offers its programs to people of all ages, regardless of race, color, sex, religion, national origin, disability, political beliefs, sexual orientation, marital or family status and is an equal opportunity employer. Clemson University Cooperating with U.S. Department of Agriculture, South Carolina Counties, Extension Service, Clemson, S.C. Issued in Furtherance of Cooperative Extension Work in Agriculture and Home Economics, Acts of May 8 and June 30, 1914.
Media
Post Office Box 574
511 N. Longstreet Street
Kingstree, SC 29556
843-355-6397
The Weekly Observer
Post Office Box 309
Hemingway, SC 29554
843-558-3323
Florence Morning News
310 Dargan Street
Florence, SC 29506
843-317-6397
2126 Charlie Hall Blvd.
Charleston, SC 29414
843-402-5555
The Post and Courier
134 Columbus Street
Charleston, SC 29403
843-577-7111
The State
Post Office Box 1333
Columbia, SC 29202
803-771-6161
1510 South Floyd Drive
Florence, SC 29501
843-665-1515
101 McDonald Court
Myrtle Beach, SC 29588
843-293-1301
888 Allbritton Dr.
Mt. Pleasant, SC 29464
843-881-4444
Medical
Providers:
Williamsburg Regional Hospital
PO Box 568
500 Nelson Blvd
Kingstree, SC 29556
843-355-8888
Williamsburg County EMS
205 Warsaw Highway
Kingstree, SC 29556
843-354-6040 (for emergencies only)
1-800-445-1444 (for all emergencies)
843-354-5195 (office)
Greeleyville Medical Center
201 South Main Street
Greeleyville, SC 29056
843-426-2180
Kingstree Dialysis Center
215 N. Brooks St.
Kingstree, SC 29556
843-382-9791
Kingstree Medical Center
520 Thurgood Marshall Blvd.
Suite B
Kingstree, SC 29556
843-354-5628
Chiropractors:
Dr. Kevin Morris
303 East Main Street
Kingstree, SC 29556
843-355-5131
Dr. Tyrone Wallace
128 E Mill Street
Kingstree, SC 29556
(843) 354-5661
Agencies:
Department of Health and Environmental Control
520 Thurgood Marshall Blvd
Kingstree, SC 29556
(health department - 843-355-6012)
(home health services - 843-355-9639)
Department on Alcohol and Drug Abuse
115 Short Street
Kingstree, SC 29556
843-354-9113
Waccamaw Center for Mental Health
310 East Main Street
Kingstree, SC 29556
843-354-5453
Additional Hospitals within a 45 mile radius:
Toumey Health Care System, Sumter - 803-778-9000
Clarendon Health System, Manning - 803-435-8463
Lake City Community Hospital, Lake City 843-394-2036
Carolinas Hospital System, Florence - 843-674-5000
McLeod Health, Florence - 843-777-2000
Georgetown Hospital System, Georgetown - 843-527-7000
Veterinarians:
Animal Hospital of Kingstree
201 North Williamsburg County Hwy
Kingstree, SC 29556
843-354-6454
Four Square Veterinarian Care
309 E Main Street
Kingstree, SC 29556
843-354-7386
Miscellaneous
Automobile Registration:
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Take current registration card, title or bill of sale to Auditors Office in the Williamsburg County Court House, 843-355-9321, ext. 5600. Ask about high mileage discount.
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Pay county vehicle taxes to Treasurer in the Williamsburg County Court House, 843-355-9321, ext. 5900.
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Take proof of insurance which includes name, date, and policy number, receipt from Treasurer, registration card, title or bill of sale, and odometer reading to SC Highway Department located at 1005 Eastland Avenue.
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Pay state sales tax on new purchases at SC Highway Department 843-354-9217.
Drivers License:
You must obtain SC license plates within 45 days and drivers license within 90 days after moving into the state. Apply at the SC Highway Department, 1005 Eastland Avenue 843-354-9217. Anyone applying for a license for the first time must present a birth certificate and Social Security card.
Legal Residence and Homestead Exemption:
File for legal residence or change of address at the Tax Assessor's Office in the Williamsburg County Courthouse, call 843-355-9132, Ext. 116.
Voter Registration:
Voter registration must be completed at least 30 days prior to an election. Positive proof of residence is needed. Register at 5 Courthouse Square 843-355-6044.
Contact the South Carolina Election Commission.
Mail Delivery:
Cades 843-389-7158
Greeleyville 843-426-2500
Kingstree 843-354-7076
Lane 843-387-5743
Salters 843-387-5546