Darlington, South Carolina
Population: 6,720
Located in Darlington County
Our area holds a sense of community where the heart of the people beats with a hopeful vision for a future rich with heritage, and a prosperous future. Come see our grand old homes, and elegant new homes surrounded by moss-draped oaks and brightened by beautiful summer flowers. The Darlington area boasts a winning combination of a diverse economy: strong industry, tourism and agriculture. Major area employers include Wellman, Inc., Nucor Steel, Fort James, Galey & Lord, Sara Lee Hosiery and Craig Industry. Increased capital investment by new and existing industries in Darlington County totaled more than $62 million and created over 300 new jobs in 1998. Unemployment is at an all-time low. Our community is well-balanced in that we are rich in agriculture, industry, and tourism with the racing industry. Darlington County is already home to three industrial parks - our community is growing and the future looks bright as Darlington County anticipates greater business development. The Darlington Raceway hosts two weekend events each year. The Southern 500 NASCAR race is the largest one-day tourist event in the state of South Carolina, bringing 100,000+ fans to the area to see this exciting race and tour the Stock Car Hall of Fame-Joe Weatherly Museum. In addition, the Darlington Dragway hosts one of the biggest races on the IHRA Snap-On Tools Drag Racing Series. We have excellent recreation complexes, golf courses. tennis, and a beautiful, 60-acre Williamson Park. The city and county maintain a consolidated recreation department to allow coordination of resources to its greatest extent. There are programs offered by the recreation department for residents of all interests and all ages, from pre-schoolers to seniors. Hunting and fishing are popular. A number of private and public facilities are available for golf, swimming and tennis. Our communities' numerous festivals include: Society Hill's Catfish Festival, Darlington's Sweet Potato Festival and more - none of which you'll want to miss! Our county library, conveniently located in Darlington, offers a great selection of materials for adults, youth, business and industry. Society Hill Library is one of the oldest lending libraries in South Carolina. A beautiful mural painted by "Blue Sky" was unveiled in 1985 in Darlington which still today lends its beauty to our community and all who visit. Our county has more than 11,000 students enrolled in 22 schools in the Greater Darlington area, all accredited by the South Carolina Association of Colleges & Schools and the South Carolina Department of Education. Students enrolled at the Mayo Magnet School for Math, Science and Technology consistently score among the highest in the state on SAT tests. Opportunities for higher/continued education are available locally at the applied technology centers at the Hartsville High School and Darlington High School; as well as Coker College in Hartsville; and Florence-Darlington Technical College and Francis Marion University in Florence. Information Courtesy of VillageProfile.com
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