Posts by Brenda Stewart
Exhilarating Start Leads to 41-0 Shutout for PC Against Morehead State
September 28, 2025
Stacking up at least 35 first-half points for the third consecutive week and gaining their first shutout in a conference game since the program was still Division II, the #25 Presbyterian…
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Martha Franks Retirement Community Brings Fall Fun to Greenwood Uptown Market
September 27, 2025
Martha Franks Retirement Community, a familiar name in Laurens County, is extending its community spirit to Greenwood this fall. The retirement community will host Fall Fun at the Uptown Market…
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Ollie’s Outlet Opens in Laurens
September 27, 2025
On Wednesday, September 24, the long-anticipated Ollie’s Outlet officially opened its doors in Laurens. The store has moved into the building formerly occupied by Badcock Furniture, bringing new life and…
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Governor McMaster Declares State of Emergency for South Carolina
September 26, 2025
Statewide Operations Activated to Prepare for Tropical Disturbance Governor Henry McMaster today issued Executive Order 2025-33, declaring a State of Emergency in preparation for the potential impacts of Tropical Disturbance…
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Attorney General Alan Wilson Urges Parents to Watch for Emoji “Drug Codes” Online
September 26, 2025
South Carolina Attorney General Alan Wilson is warning families about a dangerous tactic being used by drug dealers: hiding illegal drug sales behind seemingly harmless emojis on social media and…
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Free Community Shred and RX Takeback Event Set for October 4
September 26, 2025
Laurens County residents will have an opportunity to safely dispose of sensitive documents and unused medications at a Free Community Shred and RX Takeback Event on Saturday, October 4, 2025,…
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Laurens City Council Debates CPW Vacancy Appointment
September 24, 2025
During a special called meeting at noon on Wednesday, Mayor Nathan Senn addressed Laurens City Council with remarks clarifying the legal process surrounding the vacancy on the Laurens Commission of…
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Laurens County Hall of Heroes Hosts First Joint Induction for Veterans and First Responders
September 24, 2025
On Sunday, September 21, 2025, the Laurens County Hall of Heroes hosted a historic milestone with its first-ever joint induction ceremony honoring both Veterans and First Responders. Twelve outstanding individuals—six…
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Knights of Columbus Awards Grants to Local Organizations
September 24, 2025
The Knights of Columbus of Holy Spirit Catholic Church recently awarded grants to three organizations making a difference in Laurens County. Among the recipients was the Laurens County Cancer Association…
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Shrek the Musical Opens This Weekend in Clinton
September 24, 2025
The curtain is set to rise this weekend on Shrek the Musical at the Clinton High School Auditorium, where Laurens County Community Theatre brings the beloved story of the swamp-dwelling…
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Laurens County Chamber of Commerce: More Than Just Ribbon Cuttings
September 24, 2025
A Purpose That Reaches Across the County The Laurens County Chamber of Commerce has long served as the unified voice to promote, strengthen, and develop Laurens County by connecting organizations,…
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Rise in Fake Car Seats Raises Safety Concerns for Families
September 24, 2025
Parents across the country are being warned about a troubling rise in counterfeit car seats that fail to meet federal safety standards. These fake seats, often sold online at bargain…
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LushAcres Farm Corporate Gift Baskets Return with New Options for 2025
September 24, 2025
LushAcres Farm in Clinton has announced that its popular Corporate Gift Basket Program is back for 2025 with expanded offerings, making holiday and year-round gifting easier, more meaningful, and more…
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Citizens for Land Use and Zoning Task Force to Meet September 25
September 24, 2025
The Laurens County Citizens for Land Use and Zoning Task Force will convene on Thursday, September 25, 2025, at 6:00 p.m. at the Hillcrest Complex East, located at 105 Bolt…
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Laurens District 55 Homecoming Court Donates Nearly $12,000 to American Legion Post 25
September 24, 2025
American Legion Post 25 has expressed heartfelt gratitude to the Laurens District 55 Homecoming Court for their remarkable donation of $11,907.63. The check was formally presented during the Post’s meeting…
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Blue Hose Football to Host Community Day — Black Out Bailey Memorial Stadium!
September 24, 2025
Presbyterian College is gearing up for an unforgettable Community Day at Bailey Memorial Stadium as the nationally ranked #25 Blue Hose take on Morehead State. The game kicks off at…
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Prisma Health to Offer Free Flu Shot Clinics in October
September 24, 2025
Clinics are scheduled at Midlands and Upstate locations to help families prepare for flu season In October, Prisma Health is launching its annual Midlands and Upstate community flu vaccination campaign…
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Women’s Evening of Worship & Fellowship Coming to Laurens County Museum Oct. 30
September 23, 2025
Women across Laurens County are invited to gather for an uplifting evening of coffee, dessert, fellowship, and worship on Thursday, October 30, 2025 at 7:00 p.m. at the Laurens County…
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Presbyterian College Choirs Present “Songs and Stories: A Journey Through American Choral Music”
September 23, 2025
The Presbyterian College Choirs invite the community to experience an evening of Songs and Stories with a powerful program celebrating American choral traditions. The performance will be held on Thursday,…
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Clinton’s Kynius Williams Named Laurens County Touchdown Club Player of the Week
September 22, 2025
The Laurens County Touchdown Club is proud to announce that for games played on Friday, September 19th, the Player of the week is Clinton High School defensive lineman Kynius Williams.…
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City of Laurens to Host Emergency Preparedness Meeting September 23
September 22, 2025
The City of Laurens will host an Emergency Preparedness Meeting on Tuesday, September 23, at 5:00 p.m. at The Ridge, located at 301 Exchange Road in Laurens. Laurens County Emergency…
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Celebrate “The Path to the US Constitution” at the Laurens County Museum
September 22, 2025
The journey to adopting a constitution after the Revolutionary War was anything but simple for the founding fathers of the United States. On Tuesday, September 23, 2025, at 7:00 pm,…
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Talk of the Town Returns September 26 at Whiteford’s Giant Burger in Laurens
September 22, 2025
The City of Laurens is continuing its community engagement series with the next Talk of the Town forum on Friday, September 26, from 8:00–9:00 a.m. at Whiteford’s Giant Burger. This…
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SC Treasurer’s Office Works to Return Unclaimed Funds to South Carolina Residents
September 22, 2025
The South Carolina Treasurer’s Office is on a mission to reunite residents with money that rightfully belongs to them. Through its Unclaimed Property Program, the office safeguards funds from forgotten…
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Rabies Cases Confirmed in South Carolina: Reminder for Laurens County Residents
September 22, 2025
The South Carolina Department of Public Health (DPH) has confirmed three new cases of rabies in separate incidents across the state, involving a skunk in Anderson County and raccoons in…
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DPH Offers Free STD HIV Testing, Webinars During PrEP Awareness Week
September 22, 2025
The South Carolina Department of Public Health (DPH) will observe its sixth annual PrEP (pre-exposure prophylaxis) Awareness Week by offering free HIV testing, PrEP educational webinars for providers and other…
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The Cozy Coop at JBW Farms: A Staycation That Feels Like a Getaway
September 22, 2025
Sometimes the best escapes don’t require a plane ticket. Just a short drive from anywhere in Laurens County, The Cozy Coop at JBW Farms in Gray Court offers the perfect…
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Registration Now Open for 15th Annual Run Like a Mann 5K
September 21, 2025
Lace up those sneakers, because registration is officially open for the 15th Annual Run Like a Mann 5K, set for Saturday, October 11, 2025. The community favorite race honors the…
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PC Bludgeons Bluefield 76-3, Moves to 4-0 for the First Time in 66 Years
September 21, 2025
Another program landmark has been achieved by the Presbyterian College football team as they extended the nation’s best winning streak to eight games, incinerating Bluefield on Saturday afternoon by a…
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Laurens County Chamber to Host 17th Annual Oyster Roast & College Football Fan Challenge
September 20, 2025
The Laurens County Chamber of Commerce is gearing up for one of its most anticipated fall traditions—the 17th Annual Oyster Roast & College Football Fan Challenge, set for Thursday, November 6, 2025.…
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Laurens First in South Carolina to Launch Housing Pattern Book
September 20, 2025
Laurens has made state history once again. On September 16, Laurens City Council unanimously approved South Carolina’s first-ever housing pattern book, a tool designed to make building new homes easier…
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Laurens County Sheriff’s Office to Host Fundraiser with Live K9 Demo, Food, and Family Fun
September 20, 2025
The Laurens County Sheriff’s Office invites the community to mark their calendars for the Annual K9 Fundraiser on Saturday, October 25, from 10:00 a.m. to 1:00 p.m. at Laurens Tractor…
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Lander Alumna Destiny Opotzner’s Career Is a Real-Life Crime Drama
September 20, 2025
Destiny Opotzner first made a name for herself at Lander University when she created the campus’ first True Crime Club. The club meetings, which spanned topics ranging from forensic psychology…
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Stumbo Launches Attorney General Campaign to Packed House at Laurens County Museum
September 17, 2025
The Laurens County Museum was filled to capacity Tuesday night as Solicitor David Stumbo formally launched his Republican campaign for South Carolina Attorney General. Supporters packed the historic downtown venue—many…
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Laurens City Council Holds September 16 Session, Addresses Key Issues
September 17, 2025
The Laurens City Council met on Tuesday evening, September 16, with a number of important items on the agenda. Mayor Nathan Senn opened the meeting by addressing the current political…
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U.S. Army Veteran Brings Record of Service to Lander Veterans, Students
September 17, 2025
“When duty calls, that is when character counts.” The quote from American author and columnist William Safire is easily applied to Brent Delgado’s family members, whose service in the U.S.…
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Temporary Break from Social Media: City of Laurens Announcement
September 17, 2025
Due to the recent assassination of Charlie Kirk, escalating political violence nationwide, and concerning discussions of civil unrest on local social media, the City of Laurens is temporarily stepping away…
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Clinton Girls Tennis Sweeps Fairfield Central
September 17, 2025
The Clinton High School Girls Tennis team continued its strong start to the season with a dominant 6–0 win over Fairfield Central on Tuesday, September 16. The match, played at…
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DPH to Kick Off Child Passenger Safety Week with Car Seat Check Events
September 17, 2025
In observance of Child Passenger Safety Week (Sept. 22-27), the South Carolina Department of Public Health (DPH) is emphasizing the critical importance of proper car seat use and hosting a…
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Handyman Hal Coming to Big Air for Special Meet and Greet
September 17, 2025
Get ready, Laurens County! Big Air is about to make kids’ dreams come true with a once-in-a-lifetime event. Beloved YouTuber Handyman Hal is coming to town for a special meet…
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Medically Speaking Event to Feature Local Orthopedic Surgeon
September 16, 2025
Lander University invites the Greenwood and Lander communities to attend the first of its “Medically Speaking” series for the Fall 2025 semester Tuesday, Sept. 23 at 5:30 p.m. in the…
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ACRE Seeds for Success: Growing Future Ag Entrepreneurs
September 16, 2025
South Carolina students with big ideas and entrepreneurial dreams have a unique opportunity to turn their vision into reality through the ACRE Seeds for Success program. Designed for students in…
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South Carolina Law Enforcement Unites to Enforce Move Over and Hands-Free Laws After Trooper Incidents
September 15, 2025
In light of recent events involving troopers being struck by vehicles while performing their duties in the past month, the South Carolina Department of Public Safety (SCDPS) and law enforcement…
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Clinton’s Javen ‘Zoom’ Cook Named Laurens County Touchdown Club Player of the Week
September 15, 2025
The Laurens County Touchdown Club is proud to announce that for games played on Friday, September 12th, the Player of the week is Clinton High School running back Javen ‘Zoom’Cook.…
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Welcome Back, PC! Third Thursday Celebration Returns Sept. 18 in Downtown Clinton
September 15, 2025
Mark your calendars: Downtown Clinton is gearing up for a festive night on Thursday, September 18, 2025, when the “Welcome Back, PC!” edition of Third Thursday kicks off again. The…
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Attorney General Alan Wilson confirms Clemson has authority to act on faculty’s incendiary Charlie Kirk assassination posts
September 15, 2025
Today, South Carolina Attorney General Alan Wilson sent a letter to Clemson University President James Clements, making clear that Clemson has full legal authority to take corrective action against faculty…
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DPH Joins the Effort to Spread Awareness about Folic Acid
September 15, 2025
Every year, about 1 in 33 babies born in the United States has a birth defect, according to the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention. However, many serious birth defects…
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Stumbo to Announce Run for Attorney General at Laurens County Museum Tuesday
September 15, 2025
Eighth Circuit Solicitor David Stumbo will make a major announcement Tuesday evening, September 16, at the Laurens County Museum, where he is expected to officially declare his candidacy for Attorney…
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Clinton Community Garden: Growing Food, Friendships, and Community
September 15, 2025
The Clinton Community Garden, located on South Bell Street, has been quietly thriving for nearly a decade. But it has always been about more than vegetables. Its mission is clear:…
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Love Like Maddie Opens Vendor Registration for 3rd Annual Family Fun Day
September 15, 2025
Excitement is building as plans are underway for the 3rd Annual Family Fun Day, set for Saturday, May 2, 2026, at Lake Rabon Park. Organizers have officially opened vendor registration…
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