Clover loses an icon: Stellie J. Jackson

CLOVER, SC - Stellie J. Jackson, a pillar of the Clover community, passed away February 1st, 2025. His Celebration of Life was February 8th, 2025.

Reverend Jackson cared deeply about the community he was raised in, and spent his life serving the people of Clover and its surrounding area. Jackson was a husband, father, pastor, and mentor. He was a part of The United Men’s Club of Clover, Life Member of the NAACP, a member of the Olive Branch Masonic Lodge, the Roosevelt Community Watch, and a minister of Bynum Chapel AME Zion Church.

As the first African American member of the Clover Board of Trustees, he spent his time on the board aiding in the building of schools and working to advance Clover people. During his time, Bethany Elementary, Griggs Road Elementary, Clover Junior High, and Clover School District’s
Auditorium were built. He also helped administer scholarships given to Graduating CHS Seniors during his time in the Roosevelt Community Watch.

Jacksons “aggressiveness, bravery, with initiative and resourcefulness” propelled him to dedicate his life to strengthening Clover’s community. His work won’t go unnoticed. In 2010, The Roosevelt Community Watch partnered with the YMCA, Clover School District, and the town of Clover to create the Stellie J. Jackson Enrichment Center (SJJEC). 

The Roosevelt Community Watch Group faced troubles when Clover town officials said their mobile home, used only for meetings, could be torn down. Elizabeth Johnson, the SJJEC Executive Director, saved the center by creating the idea for an after school program to help Clover youth, but it was left without a name. Inspired by his work, the Roosevelt Community Watch unanimously voted to name it the Stellie J. Jackson Enrichment Center. The center has been servicing Clover’s students since 2010. This solidifies his legacy and allows for his work to continue even after death as the center is still active today.

York County Council listens to D2 residents: Approves impact fees

By By Evan Frintner, CHS Junior and Kelly Clark, Roaring Eagle Editor-In-Chief • November 18, 2025
York County Council listens to D2 residents: Approves impact fees 

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