Camden Middle School Students Earn Top Honors in Kershaw County 250 Art Poster Contest
Pictured left to right in photo are Kirsten Bowers and Eilee Clapp, both eighth grade students at Camden Middle School The Kershaw County 250 Art Poster Contest brought together talented middle school students from across the community to showcase their artistic...
City of Camden to Begin Downtown LED Lighting Upgrade May 4
Enhancements will improve energy efficiency, reduce long-term costs, and bring new flexibility for events and seasonal displays downtown The City of Camden will begin a strategic upgrade to its downtown rooftop lighting system on Monday, May 4, replacing existing...
Council Connect: City Council Recognizes Myositis Awareness Month, Reviews Community Initiatives and Development Proposal
Council highlights local advocacy, community partnerships, public safety updates, and considers future housing opportunities Camden City Council opened Tuesday night’s meeting by recognizing May 2026 as Myositis Awareness Month, honoring local advocate Chip Galloway...
African American Cultural Center Showcases Heritage Tea Student Winners
First-place student projects and a powerful new exhibit invite the community to explore local history and legacy Family, friends, and members of the community are invited to visit the African American Cultural Center of Camden, located at 517 York Street, as it...
Stage 1 Drought Declared; City of Camden Urges Voluntary Water Conservation
The City of Camden is advising residents that the Catawba-Wateree River Basin has been placed in Stage 1 drought conditions following an extended period of dry weather across the region. The region is currently experiencing its eighth consecutive month of...
City of Camden Receives Credit Rating Upgrade from Moody’s, Strengthening Financial Position
Improved rating expected to lower borrowing costs and maximize taxpayer dollars The City of Camden has received a credit rating upgrade from Moody’s Ratings, reflecting the City’s continued financial strength, disciplined management, and steady economic growth. In...
Council Connect: City Responds to Condo Fire, Honors Service and Community Impact
Swift emergency response, community recognitions, and forward-looking investments highlight latest City Council meeting. At Tuesday night’s City Council meeting, City Manager Matt DeWitt praised the quick, coordinated response of Camden Fire Department, Camden Police...
City of Camden Appoints Laurie Slade Funderburk as City Prosecutor
Experienced attorney and former state legislator brings deep legal expertise and a commitment to public service to the role. The City of Camden is pleased to announce the appointment of Laurie Slade Funderburk as its new City Prosecutor. “We are proud to have an...
Fire at Camden Condos Displaces Residents; Cause Ruled Undetermined
The South Carolina Law Enforcement Division (SLED) has officially ruled the cause of the fire at the Camden Condos on Mattison Street as undetermined. The City of Camden Fire Department responded to the structure fire at approximately 9:43 a.m. The fire was contained,...
Fire Contained at Camden Condos; No Injuries Reported
The City of Camden Fire Department responded to a structure fire at the Camden Condos on Mattison Street at approximately 9:43 a.m. this morning. The fire has been contained, and crews are now conducting salvage and overhaul operations to identify and extinguish any...