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About

Mayesville

A Town Built on Community, History, and Shared Responsibility

Mayesville is a small town in Sumter County, South Carolina, rooted in tradition and shaped by the people who call it home. More than a location, Mayesville is a close-knit community where neighbors know one another, history matters, and local decisions are made with care for both past and future.

This town has grown steadily through generations of residents who value responsibility and cooperation in their community.

A Brief History of Mayesville

Mayesville was established in the late 18th century and developed as a rural community centered around agriculture and local commerce. Over time, the town became a gathering place for families, workers, and community leaders committed to building a stable and supportive place to live.

While Mayesville has changed with the times, its foundation remains the same — a town shaped by its people, its land, and a strong sense of local identity.

Our Heritage in Pictures

These photographs capture moments from Mayesville's past — from the 1941 High School Baseball Team to historic buildings that shaped our town. Each image tells a story of the people, places, and traditions that built the community we know today.

Click any photo to view it in full size.

"I had come to a place I was meant to be."

— Pat Conroy

A Message from the Mayor

Welcome to the official website of the Town of Mayesville.

This site was created to provide residents with a reliable source of information about town meetings, services, and important updates. Open communication and public awareness are essential to effective local government, and this website supports that commitment.

— Chris Lowell Brown

Mayor, Town of Mayesville

Janice B. Prince

Mayor Pro Tem

I spent over 12 years as a Grievance Coordinator at the South Carolina Department of Corrections/Lee Correctional Institution. Before that, I spent 28 years at Wateree Community Actions, Inc., where I served as a Community Services Counselor. I am a member of Ebenezer AME Church in Mayesville, where I serve on the Steward Board, Usher Board, and Finance Committee, and volunteer at the Food Pantry,

distributing food. I earned a bachelor's degree in Human Resources from Saint Leo University in August 2012.

Cynthia Massingi

Councilwoman

I am Councilwoman Cynthia W. Massingill. I am the proud daughter of the late Mary Ellen (Sister) Durant Wilson. I am the proud mother of 2 sons, (Zay and Richie Rich), and the proud grandmother of 2 boys, (Zy and Carter). I proudly served the Sumter School District for 29 years. My last 16 years were spent as a Teacher at Lemira Elementary School. I also worked online from home for 16 years. I obtained a Bachelor’s Degree in Elementary Education from USC-Upstate, a Master’s Degree in Technology from Lesley University and a 2nd Master’s Degree in Educational Administration from Grand Canyon University. I am a member of St. Mark United Methodist Church in Mayesville, SC. My hobbies include all aspects of online topics, crafting, shopping and spending time with family. Feel free to reach me at:

Jasaad Rick’s

Councilman

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Shirley Wise

Councilwoman

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NEWS

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Road Maintenance Scheduled on Main Street

February 04, 20265 min read

Road Maintenance Scheduled on Main Street

The Town of Mayesville will conduct scheduled road maintenance on Main Street beginning Monday, March 11, 2025. The work is expected to take approximately two days, weather permitting.

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