Jasper

Jasper County Prepares for Key Jury Trials: General Sessions Court Docket Highlights for the Week of May 19, 2025

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Jasper, South Carolina — The Jasper County General Sessions Court is set to address a docket of jury trials from May 19, 2025, as part of its ongoing judicial calendar. The Fourteenth Circuit Solicitor’s Office will oversee the proceedings, which are expected to tackle a range of criminal cases during the week. The court’s schedule is crucial in managing the backlog of cases and ensuring timely justice for the community. Local officials emphasize the importance of these trials in the legal process, which not only serves to adjudicate criminal matters but also reflects the public’s … Read more

Jasper County Financial Feud: Treasurer Skinner Battles for Access to County Bank Accounts Amidst Legal Disputes

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Columbia, S.C. – In a rare instance of intra-governmental conflict, Jasper County has become the battleground for a legal tussle involving the elected county treasurer and top county administrators over the handling and access to the government’s financial accounts. Recently-appointed Jasper County Treasurer Michael Skinner initiated legal proceedings last month against the county administrator Andrew Fulgham and Kimberly Burgess, Director of Jasper County Administrative Services. Skinner claims he has been unjustly barred from full access to the county’s numerous bank accounts, which he alleges is essential for performing his statutory duties. The dispute arose when … Read more