STAFF REPORTS

MARION S.C. – Marion County Detention Center Director Jimmy Floyd was recently named the 2025 South Carolina Jail Administrator of the Year at the association conference.

The theme of the conference was "moving forward with fortitude," which Floyd "perfectly embodied."

Over the past six months, Floyd was battling a spreading stage 3 cancer that had been causing health complications.

He recently was able to cross the milestone of ending his treatment.

"Director Floyd's leadership, perseverance and strength in the face of personal health challenges embody the true meaning of 'Moving Forward with Fortitude,'" Marion County Deputy Administrator Kent Williams said.

"His dedication to his profession, his staff and the citizens of Marion County inspires us all and sets a stand

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