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H 5726

Hartsville Country Club, 100th anniversary

2025-2026 Regular Session Introduced by Terry Alexander and 119 co-sponsors

The bill formally congratulates Hartsville Country Club for its centennial, recognizing its long-standing role as a community gathering space and local institution.

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Bill Summary · H 5726

Overview

  • Type: House Resolution (no lawmaking power to enact statutes; a formal expression of the General Assembly)
  • Jurisdiction: South Carolina
  • Session: 2025-2026
  • Bill Number: H 5726
  • Title: Hartsville Country Club, 100th anniversary
  • Action: Introduced and adopted (June 25, 2026)

1) Main purpose and intent

  • The resolution congratulates Hartsville Country Club on the occasion of its centennial anniversary in 2026.
  • It honors the club’s contributions to the Hartsville community and Darlington County, recognizing its role as a community gathering space and local institution.

2) Key provisions and changes

  • Statement of recognition: The House acknowledges that Hartsville Country Club opened on September 30, 1926 and has served as a cornerstone of local life.
  • Description of facilities and history:
    • The club began as a nine-hole golf course designed by Donald Ross; the back nine was added in 1949.
    • Remodels and course leadership over time include designers Robert Trent Jones, Tom Watson, and Hartsville native Al Fink.
    • The club features an eighteen-hole course with water hazards and sand traps, along with tennis, pickleball, pool amenities, a driving range, and the David Dorn Golf Academy for instruction.
    • It functions as a multi-sport facility, fine dining, and an event venue with a pro shop and lesson programs.
    • Sunday offerings include bar/food service and a buffet-style lunch; ballrooms and bars are available for reservations for events.
  • Community role:
    • The club hosts school golf teams (Coker University, McBee High School, Hartsville High School) and serves as a venue for civic groups, weddings, and community clubs.
  • Centennial celebration details:
    • Planned events in 2026 include Steak Night (July 10), Kids’ Outdoor Fun (July 11), Celebration with DJ Dan E. Lockemy (July 11), and Centennial Table Sunday Buffet (July 12).
  • Broad impact:
    • The resolution emphasizes Hartsville Country Club’s long-standing commitment to community life, fostering social connections, recreation, and civic engagement.
  • Formal action:
    • The House congratulates the club and directs that a copy of the resolution be presented to Hartsville Country Club.

3) Who or what would be affected

  • Hartsville Country Club: Official recognition and celebration of its centennial and contributions.
  • Hartsville community and Darlington County: Beneficiaries of recognizing the club’s role in recreation, events, and local identity.
  • No direct change in laws, regulations, or funding is enacted; this is a ceremonial resolution.

4) Procedural and timeline aspects

  • Introduced and adopted on June 25, 2026.
  • As a resolution, it serves as a formal commendation and does not alter legal or fiscal policy.
  • There is a ceremonial schedule associated with the centennial celebration mentioned in the resolution (specific events listed for July 2026).

Compiled from official sources — confirm details with the bill’s official record.

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