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Newberry County, SC
16 hours 6 minutes ago
Newberry County Government has scheduled a Community Information Session to share more information about data centers with residents.
The session will take place on Monday, May 18, 2026, from 6:00-7:30 p.m. at the Newberry Opera House (1201 McKibben Street, Newberry).
The event will include an overview presentation followed by an expert panel discussion. Residents are encouraged to submit questions in advance for the moderator to ask during the panel.
Submit your questions here: https://www.cognitoforms.com/NewberryCountySC1/CommunityInformationSessionQuestionSubmissionForm
We encourage the community to attend, learn more, and hear answers to questions and concerns regarding data centers.
The session will take place on Monday, May 18, 2026, from 6:00-7:30 p.m. at the Newberry Opera House (1201 McKibben Street, Newberry).
The event will include an overview presentation followed by an expert panel discussion. Residents are encouraged to submit questions in advance for the moderator to ask during the panel.
Submit your questions here: https://www.cognitoforms.com/NewberryCountySC1/CommunityInformationSessionQuestionSubmissionForm
We encourage the community to attend, learn more, and hear answers to questions and concerns regarding data centers.
Newberry County, SC
3 days 19 hours ago
Congratulations to the Newberry Soil and Water Conservation District/Keep Newberry Co. Beautiful!
Newberry County, SC
5 days 12 hours ago
During a recent meeting, Newberry County Council proclaimed April 26 – May 3, 2026, as Soil and Water Stewardship Week.
According to the proclamation, healthy, fertile soil and clean water are the lifeblood of nutrition and sustenance throughout the world, and soil conservation benefits everyone. The proclamation also notes that effective conservation practices help ensure that soil, water, animals, plants, and air can provide a rich standard of living.
It further states that our survival and continued production and access to quality food and water depend upon the robust management of diverse natural resources nationwide, and that stewardship calls upon every individual to help conserve these precious resources to ensure their prosperity for generations to come.
Newberry Soil and Water Conservation District Commissioner Toni Warren accepted a copy of the proclamation and shared, “soil is where it all starts, and without soil we wouldn’t exist.”
According to the proclamation, healthy, fertile soil and clean water are the lifeblood of nutrition and sustenance throughout the world, and soil conservation benefits everyone. The proclamation also notes that effective conservation practices help ensure that soil, water, animals, plants, and air can provide a rich standard of living.
It further states that our survival and continued production and access to quality food and water depend upon the robust management of diverse natural resources nationwide, and that stewardship calls upon every individual to help conserve these precious resources to ensure their prosperity for generations to come.
Newberry Soil and Water Conservation District Commissioner Toni Warren accepted a copy of the proclamation and shared, “soil is where it all starts, and without soil we wouldn’t exist.”
Newberry County, SC
1 week 1 day ago
Newberry County Council had the honor recently to recognize three employees for their recent retirements from Newberry County Government.
Mr. Chris Alexander was first recognized by his supervisor, Public Works Director Josh Rowe.
Mr. Alexander has worked with the county for 28 years. He started out in the Solid Waste Department, later moving on to be a heavy equipment operator, acting as the senior operator.
Mr. Rowe said in addition to his work for the county, Mr. Alexander has volunteered in Whitmire for both their fire department and rescue squad.
“Chris has been very supportive to his hometown, but the county as a whole, and we appreciate him for that,” Mr. Rowe said.
Sheriff Lee Foster recognized the next retiree, Mr. Daniel Floyd, who has worked for the Newberry County Sheriff’s Office for 27 years.
Sheriff Foster said that Mr. Floyd may be the only person to serve in all three divisions of the NCSO: Communications, Law Enforcement, and Corrections. Mr. Floyd has been serving as captain of the Newberry County Detention Center, running the facility.
“After 27 years, Daniel has decided to retire and move into the private sector. He has worked hard, and we are proud he has served with us and is retiring from the NCSO,” Sheriff Foster said.
County Administrator Ted Luckadoo recognized the third retiree, Jeff Shacker (not pictured), the former county administrator.
Mr. Luckadoo said Mr. Shacker had 28 years of service in local government, beginning as the regional planner/GIS manager for the Upper Savannah COG, then coming to the City of Newberry, where he was in a variety of positions, including that of city manager. He then served as field service manager for the Municipal Association of S.C.
“Jeff was instrumental in my career as a town manager and provided me with technical assistance. His ability to lead an organization, know the laws, understand strategies, and manage projects is second to none,” Mr. Luckadoo said.
Mr. Shacker came to work for Newberry County as the administrator in 2023 before he decided to retire earlier this year.
Congratulations to our recent retirees!
Mr. Chris Alexander was first recognized by his supervisor, Public Works Director Josh Rowe.
Mr. Alexander has worked with the county for 28 years. He started out in the Solid Waste Department, later moving on to be a heavy equipment operator, acting as the senior operator.
Mr. Rowe said in addition to his work for the county, Mr. Alexander has volunteered in Whitmire for both their fire department and rescue squad.
“Chris has been very supportive to his hometown, but the county as a whole, and we appreciate him for that,” Mr. Rowe said.
Sheriff Lee Foster recognized the next retiree, Mr. Daniel Floyd, who has worked for the Newberry County Sheriff’s Office for 27 years.
Sheriff Foster said that Mr. Floyd may be the only person to serve in all three divisions of the NCSO: Communications, Law Enforcement, and Corrections. Mr. Floyd has been serving as captain of the Newberry County Detention Center, running the facility.
“After 27 years, Daniel has decided to retire and move into the private sector. He has worked hard, and we are proud he has served with us and is retiring from the NCSO,” Sheriff Foster said.
County Administrator Ted Luckadoo recognized the third retiree, Jeff Shacker (not pictured), the former county administrator.
Mr. Luckadoo said Mr. Shacker had 28 years of service in local government, beginning as the regional planner/GIS manager for the Upper Savannah COG, then coming to the City of Newberry, where he was in a variety of positions, including that of city manager. He then served as field service manager for the Municipal Association of S.C.
“Jeff was instrumental in my career as a town manager and provided me with technical assistance. His ability to lead an organization, know the laws, understand strategies, and manage projects is second to none,” Mr. Luckadoo said.
Mr. Shacker came to work for Newberry County as the administrator in 2023 before he decided to retire earlier this year.
Congratulations to our recent retirees!
Newberry County, SC
1 week 4 days ago
At the April 15, 2026, Newberry County Council meeting, County Council held a Public Hearing related to Project Altair, a proposed Economic Development project. To maintain transparency, members of County Council and staff elected to notify the public of the general project information prior to opening the public hearing. At the meeting, it was announced that this project would allow Newberry County to option the remaining acreage in Mid-Carolina Commerce Park II to a developer who intends to lease the facility to a data center tenant. If the developer’s plans are successful, the prospect would purchase the remaining acreage and construct several buildings, constituting a small- to medium-sized data center.
Santee Cooper is currently conducting a study to determine whether the electrical grid in the area can support such a facility.
Newberry County Government recognizes there are questions and is committed to providing the additional information needed to support informed decision-making by County Council and the public. To help provide that information, County Council is working to organize a Community Informational Session with subject matter experts prior to a final reading.
Newberry County Council is exploring this opportunity, and passage of the ordinance would not necessarily mean a data center would be constructed. Rather, the ordinance would allow for a due diligence process to take place. If the project does not move forward, the land would revert to Newberry County for future industrial development.
Newberry County Council will delay third reading of Ordinance 03-01-2026, which would allow the County to enter into an option and purchase agreement with Project Altair for economic development purposes.
Newberry County Government is currently working to organize this Community Informational Session, and details will be shared with the public once a date is confirmed.
Santee Cooper is currently conducting a study to determine whether the electrical grid in the area can support such a facility.
Newberry County Government recognizes there are questions and is committed to providing the additional information needed to support informed decision-making by County Council and the public. To help provide that information, County Council is working to organize a Community Informational Session with subject matter experts prior to a final reading.
Newberry County Council is exploring this opportunity, and passage of the ordinance would not necessarily mean a data center would be constructed. Rather, the ordinance would allow for a due diligence process to take place. If the project does not move forward, the land would revert to Newberry County for future industrial development.
Newberry County Council will delay third reading of Ordinance 03-01-2026, which would allow the County to enter into an option and purchase agreement with Project Altair for economic development purposes.
Newberry County Government is currently working to organize this Community Informational Session, and details will be shared with the public once a date is confirmed.
Newberry County, SC
1 week 4 days ago
Newberry County Council recently had the pleasure of recognizing Beverly Brehmer for 35 years of dedicated service with the Newberry County Clerk of Court’s Office.
County Administrator Ted Luckadoo shared the following about Beverly:
“Beverly began her career with the Clerk of Court’s Office on April 15, 1991, as a clerk typist, working in Real Estate for two years. She was then promoted to clerk typist II and moved to Common Pleas Court, where she served for six years. Following the retirement of Joyce Hayes, Beverly transitioned to Family Court in the Child Support Division as an accounting clerk. She was later promoted to accounting clerk II and served in that role until January 3, 2017, when she was sworn in as deputy clerk. In her current role, Beverly primarily works with General Sessions Court, which has grown over the years with many new court mandates. She also assists other departments as needed. Beverly is very conscientious in her work and is a great asset to the Clerk’s Office.”
Congratulations, Beverly, and thank you for your dedicated service to Newberry County!
County Administrator Ted Luckadoo shared the following about Beverly:
“Beverly began her career with the Clerk of Court’s Office on April 15, 1991, as a clerk typist, working in Real Estate for two years. She was then promoted to clerk typist II and moved to Common Pleas Court, where she served for six years. Following the retirement of Joyce Hayes, Beverly transitioned to Family Court in the Child Support Division as an accounting clerk. She was later promoted to accounting clerk II and served in that role until January 3, 2017, when she was sworn in as deputy clerk. In her current role, Beverly primarily works with General Sessions Court, which has grown over the years with many new court mandates. She also assists other departments as needed. Beverly is very conscientious in her work and is a great asset to the Clerk’s Office.”
Congratulations, Beverly, and thank you for your dedicated service to Newberry County!