Posts by Brenda Stewart
Attorney General Alan Wilson continues fight against government overreach and for affordable electricity
November 6, 2025
South Carolina Attorney General Alan Wilson joined two letters to the Environmental Protection Agency to fight against government overreach and to keep coal-fired power plants from being shut down, which…
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District 56 Sees Growth in Academic Achievement and School Climate on State Report Cards
November 5, 2025
South Carolina’s School Report Cards provide stakeholders with a picture of school performance data, with the majority of reporting categories based on student achievement data. Schools are awarded an overall…
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Laurens County Native Dawson Green Completes NYC Marathon
November 5, 2025
Laurens County native Dawson Green crossed the finish line of the 2025 TCS New York City Marathon on Sunday with a time of 4 hours and 25 minutes, completing an…
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Laurens County First Steps Celebrates National Parents as Teachers Parent Educator Day
November 5, 2025
Recognizing the dedication of Parent Educators Kathryn Meadows and Jackie Riegel On November 8, 2025, communities across the country will come together to recognize National Parents as Teachers Parent Educator…
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PC Remains in Both AFCA & Stats Perform Polls for Sixth Straight Week
November 5, 2025
The 8-1 Presbyterian College football team has achieved something no other school from the PFL has been able to in the last 16 years: stay inside both the AFCA Coaches…
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Gray Court’s Christmas Tree Shines Again Thanks to Local Collaboration
November 5, 2025
Nearly three decades after it was first planted, the town’s Christmas tree at the corner of South Main Street and Highway 101 will once again light up the holiday season—thanks…
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City of Laurens to Host Veterans Day Celebration November 11
November 5, 2025
The City of Laurens invites the community to gather in gratitude for those who have served our country at the annual Veterans Day Celebration. The event will be held on…
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Laurens County GOP to Host Lt. Governor Pamela Evette at Museum Event Nov. 10
November 5, 2025
The Laurens County Republican Party will welcome South Carolina Lt. Governor Pamela Evette to the Laurens County Museum on Monday, November 10, for the third installment of its Gubernatorial Candidate…
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Musgrove Market Draws Enthusiastic Crowds, Marks a Successful Debut in Downtown Clinton
November 5, 2025
The opening day of the newly launched Musgrove Market, located at 202 Musgrove Street in downtown Clinton, brought a steady stream of customers and plenty of excitement. Partners Heather Tiller,…
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Revolutionary War Lecture Series Continues November 11 at Laurens County Museum
November 4, 2025
The Laurens County Museum will continue its Revolutionary War Battle Lecture Series on Tuesday, November 11, 2025, at 7:00 p.m. Historian and battlefield preservationist Durant Ashmore will present “The War…
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Caregiving During the Holidays Workshop at Martha Franks Retirement Community
November 4, 2025
The holiday season can be a time of joy and togetherness, but for many caregivers, it can also bring added stress, frustration, or sadness. To help ease those challenges, the…
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Laurens County Touchdown Club Names Laurens High’s Nehemias “Nemo” Fernandez Player of the Week
November 3, 2025
The Laurens County Touchdown Club is proud to announce that for games played on Friday, October 31st, the Player of the week is Laurens District High School running back Nehemias…
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Bundles of Joy Community Baby Shower Celebrates and Supports Local Families
November 3, 2025
The spirit of community and compassion filled Westminster Presbyterian Church on Saturday, November 1, as the Upstate Pregnancy Center and Select Health of South Carolina (First Choice) hosted the Bundles…
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Big South Tournament: Presbyterian Earns No. 3 Seed, Faces Radford at Home Wednesday Night
November 3, 2025
The Presbyterian Blue Hose men’s soccer team, which is the third seed in the Big South Tournament, will host the sixth seed Radford Highlanders at Martin Stadium in the quarterfinals…
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Clinton Girls Tennis Advances to Upper State Championship
November 2, 2025
The Clinton High School Girls Tennis Team continued their winning streak with a commanding 5–1 victory over Chesnee High School on Friday, October 31, 2025. The Lady Red Devils once…
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American Legion Post 25 Earns Department of South Carolina Children & Youth Award
November 2, 2025
American Legion Post 25 of Laurens has been honored with the Children & Youth Award at the American Legion Department of South Carolina State Convention, in recognition of the post’s…
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Get Your Garden Ready: November Yard and Garden Tips from Clemson Extension
November 2, 2025
As autumn settles into Laurens County, November is an important month for gardeners to prepare their lawns, flower beds, and vegetable gardens for the cooler season ahead. Clemson University Cooperative…
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Revving Back Up: Laurens Electric’s Annual Motorcycle Run Rides Nov. 15
November 1, 2025
On Saturday, November 15, Laurens Electric Cooperative will host its 2025 Annual Motorcycle Run. After a 5-year hiatus, the co-op is excited partner again with the community to raise charitable…
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LDHS Student Bellinda Diaz Wins 2025–26 STEAM on the Square Logo Contest
November 1, 2025
Laurens County School District 55 (LCSD 55) Superintendent Dr. Jody Penland recognized Bellinda Diaz at the October 27, 2025, School Board Meeting, for winning the LCSD 55 Science, Technology, Engineering,…
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Watch the Laurens Christmas Parade from the Best Seat in Town!
November 1, 2025
Get ready to experience the magic of the Laurens Christmas Parade like never before! The Laurens County Museum is offering one lucky winner the chance to watch the parade from…
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PC Football to Host Military and First Responder Appreciation Game This Saturday
October 29, 2025
Presbyterian College will honor heroes both on and off the field this Saturday during its annual Military and First Responder Appreciation Game at Bailey Memorial Stadium. Kickoff is set for…
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The Musgrove Market Brings Vintage Charm to Downtown Clinton
October 29, 2025
A new shop is adding character and creativity to downtown Clinton. Located at 202 Musgrove Street in a beautiful building owned and restored by local businessman Chip Cooper, The Musgrove…
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Echoes & Insights: The Laurens County Series
October 29, 2025
SEPTEMBER 2025 COLUMN Echoes & Insights: The Laurens County Series. Readers are invited to journey through the history of Laurens County, uncovering the stories, places, and people that have shaped…
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From Clinton to Harvard: Presbyterian College alumna Dr. Jada Suber ’15 encourages Clinton High students to dream beyond limits
October 29, 2025
2025 Outstanding Alumna addresses students at her hometown alma mater When Dr. Jada Suber graduated from Clinton High School in 2011, her world felt comfortably small. College was right down…
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C-4 Ministries Executive Director Mary Lynn Tollison to Retire After Four Years of Service
October 29, 2025
After four years of dedicated service, Executive Director, Mary Lynn Tollison, has announced her retirement from C-4 Ministries of Laurens County, formerly known as Family Promise of Laurens County, effective…
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Fall Back This Weekend: Time to Turn the Clocks and Reset Your Routine
October 29, 2025
It’s that time of year again—when we “fall back” and gain an extra hour of sleep. Daylight Saving Time officially ends at 2:00 a.m. on Sunday, November 2, so before…
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South Carolina Chamber and Manufacturers Alliance Unite to Strengthen Statewide Business Voice
October 29, 2025
South Carolina’s business community is coming together in a major way. The South Carolina Manufacturers Alliance (SCMA) and the South Carolina Chamber of Commerce (SCCC) have announced plans to merge…
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Strategic Compensation Pilot Program Rewards Educators for Driving Student Growth
October 29, 2025
The South Carolina Department of Education (SCDE) is celebrating measurable progress in classrooms across the state through its Strategic Compensation Pilot Program, an initiative that rewards teachers for student achievement…
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Bring a Little Comfort to the Table — Sponsor a Meal for Laurens County Cancer Patients
October 29, 2025
The Laurens County Cancer Association (LCCA) is inviting individuals, clubs, civic organizations, ladies’ circles, and church groups to make a difference in the lives of local cancer patients—one meal at…
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Clinton Community Garden Project Announces New Date for “Gathering in the Garden” Celebration
October 28, 2025
The Clinton Community Garden Project has announced that its annual “Gathering in the Garden” celebration has been rescheduled for Tuesday, November 4, from 4:30 to 6:30 p.m. at the Clinton…
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Lander Study Tour to Southern Spain Open to Alumni, Community
October 28, 2025
Lander University alumni and members of the greater Greenwood community are invited to join Dr. Daniel Harrison, professor of sociology, and Dr. Carlos Mentley, professor of Spanish, on a trip…
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Governor McMaster Activates One SC Fund, Directs State Guard to Support Food Banks Amid SNAP Benefits Halt
October 28, 2025
Governor Henry McMaster today announced the activation of the Central Carolina Community Foundation’s One SC Fund and directed the South Carolina State Guard (SCSG) to assist food banks statewide in response…
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Laurens Academy’s Caleb Hardy Named Laurens County Touchdown Club Player of the Week
October 27, 2025
The Laurens County Touchdown Club is proud to announce that for games played on Friday, October 24th, the Player of the Week is Laurens Academy H-back and linebacker Caleb Hardy.…
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Clinton High Girls Tennis to Host Dixie in Second Round of State Playoffs
October 27, 2025
The Clinton High School girls tennis team continues its strong postseason run, entering the second round of the SCHSL A/AA State Playoffs as the No. 4 overall seed. After earning…
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Faith, Humor, and the Power of Community: Susan Tallman’s Journey Through Breast Cancer
October 27, 2025
As Breast Cancer Awareness Month draws to a close, Clinton’s Susan Tallman hopes her story will remind others of the power of humor, community, and faith — and of the…
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Scots & Brats Festival Brings Music, Fun, and Flavor to Downtown Clinton
October 26, 2025
On Saturday, November 1, 2025, Main Street Clinton will host Scots & Brats on the 100 block of Gary Street, transforming The Lumberyard into a spirited celebration from 3:00 to…
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“Bundles of Joy” Community Baby Shower Set for Saturday
October 26, 2025
The Upstate Pregnancy Center’s “Bundles of Joy” Community Baby Shower will take place on Saturday, November 1, 2025, from 10:30 a.m. to 12:00 p.m. at Westminster Presbyterian Church in Clinton.…
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Murder Mystery Walk Adds Chills and Thrills to Laurens’ Spooktacular on the Square
October 26, 2025
Downtown Laurens will take on a mysterious twist this Halloween night as Main Street Laurens hosts a Murder Mystery Walk during the annual Spooktacular on the Square on Thursday, October…
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Splash Pad Season Comes to a Close at Vance Park
October 26, 2025
After a summer filled with laughter, sunshine, and plenty of splashes, the City of Clinton has officially closed the Vance Park Splash Pad for the off-season. Located at 198 W.…
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The Lumberyard to Host 2nd Annual Halloween Bash
October 26, 2025
The countdown is on for one of Clinton’s most spirited events of the season — The Lumberyard’s 2nd Annual Halloween Bash! Set for Friday, October 31, The Lumberyard will transform…
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Blue Hose Fall to Dayton, Ending Nation’s Second-Longest Winning Streak
October 26, 2025
The undefeated run of the #16/19 Presbyterian College football team came to an end on a chilly Saturday afternoon at Welcome Stadium, where the Blue Hose fell to the Dayton…
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Foothills Skills and Crafts Show Returns to Piedmont Technical College
October 26, 2025
Shoppers looking to get a jump on their holiday gift lists won’t want to miss the 2025 Foothills Skills and Crafts Show, returning Saturday, November 1, to the breezeways of…
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PC Graduate Chiara Barbieri Among Final 30 for Prestigious NCAA Woman of the Year Honor
October 26, 2025
2025 Presbyterian College graduate Chiara Barbieri, who suited up for the Southeast Regional Champion Blue Hose women’s wrestling team, has become the first-ever PC student-athlete to make the cut of…
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Congressman Ralph Norman to Speak in Laurens Thursday
October 26, 2025
The Laurens County Republican Party will host U.S. Congressman Ralph Norman, a declared candidate for South Carolina governor, on Thursday, October 30, from 6:30 to 8:00 p.m. at The Ridge,…
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One Year Later: Post 25 Sees Mission Through for Local Veteran
October 26, 2025
It’s been more than a year since American Legion Post 25 first stepped up to help longtime Laurens County resident and veteran Buddy Baldwin, whose home was condemned after sustaining…
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Music for Mission Concert to Benefit LCSO Family Assistance Program This Sunday
October 22, 2025
The Laurens County Sheriff’s Office is extending heartfelt thanks to First Presbyterian Church and its Fine Arts Ministry for hosting the upcoming Music for Mission concert on Sunday, October 26,…
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Laurens County Republican Party Announces Upcoming Candidate Events
October 22, 2025
The Laurens County Republican Party has announced two special events this fall, giving residents the opportunity to hear directly from key leaders and candidates in South Carolina’s 2026 governor’s race.…
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Fountain Inn Fire Department Partners with SC Burned Children’s Fund to Help Young Burn Survivors
October 22, 2025
The Fountain Inn Fire Department is proud to sponsor and actively support the South Carolina Burned Children’s Fund (SCBCF), a nonprofit dedicated to serving children who have suffered burn injuries…
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Shag Night at The Lumberyard this Saturday with DJ Pat Patterson
October 22, 2025
Get ready to slide, spin, and smile — Shag Night returns to The Lumberyard in Clinton this Saturday, October 25, with Laurens County’s own DJ Pat Patterson turning up the…
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Clinton Community Garden Hosts Annual “Gathering in the Garden” Celebration October 28
October 22, 2025
The Clinton Community Garden Project invites the public to attend its annual Gathering in the Garden celebration on Tuesday, October 28, from 5:00 to 7:00 p.m. at the Clinton Community…
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