The Harvin Clarendon County Library is located in the town of Manning and a bookmobile services areas of the county. Peggy Parish's own Amelia Bedelia, in bronze, stands outside the library. The Clarendon County Archives and History Center , located next to the library, provides history spanning more than 220 years. Free Will Baptist Home for Children at Turbeville provides care, support, and training for dependent and needy children. There are three public school districts and two private schools located in the county.
Primary recreation includes golfing , fishing, hunting , boating and all water sports.
The Cypress Center and THE ZONE, adjacent to the hospital, provide an exercise facility and health and wellness programs. County residents are principally employed in manufacturing of agriculture, auto bearings and parts, digital components, hydraulic equipment, textiles, timber industry and service related businesses. There are over 20 motels in the county with over 1,800 rooms. Lodging and camping is available along Interstate 95 and on Lake Marion. I-95 is adjacent to Historic US 301 which offers a comfortable view of Southern Living.