CONWAY, S.C. (WBTW) — Horry County Superintendent Cliff Jones unveiled a proposed $1.2 billion 2026-27 budget that includes a state-mandated increase in starting teacher pay.
“This budget reflects that we are spending smarter, not just more,” he said during a Monday board meeting. “We’re making deliberate, proactive commitments to teachers and support staff, and student support increases as well.”
A preliminary budget vote may come May 18, with a public hearing and final approval slated for June 8. The new fiscal year begins July 1…