Posts by Brenda Stewart
Make a Difference: Volunteer to Advocate for Abused and Neglected Children in Laurens County
January 28, 2025
The Cass Elias McCarter Guardian ad Litem Program, a division of the South Carolina Department of Children’s Advocacy is offering FREE ONLINE TRAINING to those interested in becoming a volunteer…
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Scurry’s Café Introduces All You Can Eat Lunch Buffet!
January 28, 2025
Exciting news is coming to Scurry’s Café in Laurens! Beginning February 5th, the popular eatery will offer an All You Can Eat lunch buffet, served from 11 a.m. to 2:30…
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United Way of Laurens County Collecting ‘Bags of Love’ for Senior Citizens
January 28, 2025
The United Way of Laurens County is inviting the community to brighten the lives of senior citizens with its annual “Bags of Love” initiative. This thoughtful program aims to deliver…
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Governor Henry McMaster Names Next Director of the S.C. Department of Probation, Parole, and Pardon Services
January 28, 2025
Governor Henry McMaster recently announced his appointment of Jake Gadsden, Jr. as the next Director of the South Carolina Department of Probation, Parole, and Pardon Services (SCDPPPS). Gadsden currently serves…
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Joe Adair Outdoor Education Center Prepares for Annual Team Ecology Event, Seeks Volunteers
January 28, 2025
The Joe Adair Outdoor Education Center is preparing for its most anticipated week of the year—Team Ecology! Scheduled for April 7-11, 2025, this annual event brings all third graders in…
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Pops Country Cooking to Transition to New Owner
January 28, 2025
Pops Country Cooking, located at 306 E. Carolina Avenue just announced a change that marks the beginning of a new chapter. The restaurant, which recently transitioned from buffet-style service to…
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City of Clinton Seeks New City Manager, Partners with SC Municipal Association for Application Process
January 27, 2025
The City of Clinton is actively seeking a qualified professional to fill the role of City Manager, with the application process set to close on February 7, 2025, at 5…
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Presbyterian College Women’s Basketball Celebrates National Girls and Women in Sports Day
January 27, 2025
On Wednesday, January 29, the Presbyterian College Women’s Basketball team will honor National Girls and Women in Sports Day during their home game at 6:30 p.m. The event aims to…
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Laurens County Safe Home Annual Luncheon Fundraiser
January 27, 2025
The Laurens County Safe Home invites the community to its Annual Luncheon Fundraiser, “Bring One, Wear One,” on Tuesday, February 25, 2025, at the Broad Street United Methodist Church Family Life…
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Stewart and King Claim Big South Weekly Honors
January 27, 2025
The Presbyterian Blue Hose men’s basketball swept the Big South Conference weekly awards this week. Presbyterian Blue Hose senior guard Kobe Stewart captured the league’s Player of the Week award…
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‘Medically Speaking’ Series at Lander Examines Evolution, Future of Health Care
January 27, 2025
The evolution of health care for the treatment of diseases of the spine and brain, along with the future of health care more broadly, was a topic of interest when…
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Lander Education Professor to Discuss Decision Education in Community Lecture
January 27, 2025
The community is invited to join Lander University and the Arts Center of Greenwood for the fourth installment of the 2024-25 Community Lecture Series Tuesday, February 4. Dr. Rachel Schiera,…
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Revolutionary War Lecture on General Thomas Sumter Rescheduled for January 28 at Laurens County Museum
January 27, 2025
The Laurens County Museum Revolutionary War Lecture Series program about General Thomas Sumter has been rescheduled to Tuesday, January 28, at 7:00 pm. Durant Ashmore will speak about the life,…
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LEC Pay It Forward Program: Angel Caughorn Supports Joanna Fire Department
January 27, 2025
Angel Caughorn, Member Service Representative at Laurens Electric Cooperative, paid forward $500 to the Joanna Fire Department as part of the cooperative’s employee Pay It Forward program. Founded in 1966,…
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Tax Season Kicks Off: What South Carolina Taxpayers Need to Know
January 27, 2025
The Internal Revenue Service (IRS) officially begins accepting tax returns today, January 27, 2025, marking the start of the tax filing season. Taxpayers have until April 15, 2025, to submit…
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Sunny Meadow Boutique Launches Baby and Gift Registries for Easy and Personalized Gifting
January 27, 2025
Sunny Meadow Boutique, located on the historic Public Square in Laurens, has announced an exciting new feature on its website: Baby and Gift Registries! Responding to customer requests for a seamless way…
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Carolina Land Company Facilitates Sale of 20-Acre Tract in Laurens, SC, for Future Homestead”
January 27, 2025
Carolina Land Company recently represented the seller in the sale of a 20 +/- acre tract on Alewine Drive in Laurens, SC. The buyer purchased the property to create their…
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Governor Henry McMaster to Deliver 2025 State of the State Address
January 24, 2025
Governor Henry McMaster is set to deliver the 2025 State of the State Address on Wednesday, January 29, at 7:00 PM. The address will take place in the House Chambers…
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South Carolina Republicans Push for Closed Primaries with H. 3643
January 22, 2025
A resounding majority of South Carolina Republicans—at least 90%, according to recent data—are calling for action to protect the integrity of the GOP’s candidate selection process. At the center of…
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Laurens County First Steps Empowers Families Through Parents as Teachers Program
January 22, 2025
Laurens County First Steps (LCFS) is dedicated to supporting parents in their role as their child’s first and most important teacher. Through the Parents as Teachers (PAT) program, LCFS serves…
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Laurens County Development Corporation Hosts Annual Meeting to Highlight 2024 Achievements
January 22, 2025
On Tuesday, January 21, the Laurens County Development Corporation (LCDC) held its annual meeting at Musgrove Mill Golf Club, drawing a full house of community leaders despite frigid temperatures and…
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Lander Department of Music to Host Student Honors Recital
January 22, 2025
The community is invited to join the Department of Music at Lander University for the Student Honors Recital Tuesday, Jan. 28, at 7 p.m. in the Josephine B. Abney Cultural…
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Arctic Breeze Freezes Blood Collections
January 22, 2025
The Arctic Breeze storm system dealt significant disruptions to The Blood Connection’s (TBC) operations across its eastern service areas, intensifying the need for blood donations in minimally affected areas. Severe…
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Big South Releases 2025 Baseball Preseason Awards
January 22, 2025
Following an exceptional 2024 season, the Presbyterian College baseball team has landed four student-athletes on the Big South Conference’s annual Preseason All-Conference Team. Jackson Hugus, Jake Randolph, Trey Fenderson, and Sean Hollister were instrumental in…
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Martha Franks Retirement Community Celebrates 40 Years of Christ-Centered Ministry
January 22, 2025
Martha Franks Retirement Community in Laurens, SC, invites the community to celebrate its 40th anniversary on Tuesday, February 4, 2025, at 4:00 PM. This special event commemorates four decades of…
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Applications Open for Homegrown Music Festival 2025 in Laurens
January 22, 2025
Calling all Upstate South Carolina musicians! The much-anticipated Homegrown Music Festival is gearing up for its fourth year of celebrating original music and storytelling by talented local artists. The annual…
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LCSD 55 Board of Trustees Monthly Meeting and Special-Called Executive Session Set for January 27
January 22, 2025
The Laurens County School District 55 (LCSD 55) Board of Trustees will have their Monthly Board Meeting on Monday, January 27, 2025. The meeting will be held at the District…
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NPR journalist and alumna Olivia Aldridge ’17 to speak at Presbyterian College
January 21, 2025
Olivia Aldridge, senior health reporter for KUT, Austin’s NPR station, will return to her alma mater, Presbyterian College, for a public event on Tuesday, Jan. 30. Aldridge will speak at…
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Governor Henry McMaster Requests the Reinstatement of Medicaid Work Requirements
January 21, 2025
Governor Henry McMaster today formally requested the U.S. Department of Health and Human Services (HHS) work with the South Carolina Department of Health and Human Services (SCDHHS) to reinstate the state’s Healthy…
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PC vs CSU Women’s Basketball Time & Location Change
January 20, 2025
The Big South Conference has announced a schedule change for the Presbyterian women’s basketball game against Charleston Southern originally set for Wednesday, January 22 at the Buc Dome. The game…
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Piedmont Technical College Awards 617 Academic Credentials to 460 Graduates During Fall Commencement Ceremonies
January 20, 2025
A total of 617 academic credentials were awarded to 460 Piedmont Technical College (PTC) graduates during two commencement ceremonies held in the James Medford Family Event Center in Greenwood on…
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Laurens County Sheriff’s Office Reflects on 2024 Achievements
January 20, 2025
The Laurens County Sheriff’s Office (LCSO) has released its 2024 year-in-review statistics, highlighting significant strides in public safety and community engagement. The department responded to 36,216 calls for service in…
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LCCT Announces Cast for Little Women Production
January 20, 2025
The Laurens County Community Theatre (LCCT) is excited to reveal the cast for its upcoming production of Little Women, directed by Valerie Jones. This cherished classic, based on Louisa May…
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Laurens County Assessor’s Office Launches Property Imaging Project
January 20, 2025
The Laurens County Assessor’s Office, in partnership with Palmetto Posting, Inc., is initiating a property imaging project to support the upcoming state-mandated countywide reassessment scheduled for implementation in 2026. Part…
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Outgoing Chamber CEO Amanda Benfield Shares Leadership Insights and Secrets to Success
January 20, 2025
Amanda Benfield, who has served as the CEO of the Laurens County Chamber of Commerce since 2017, is preparing to transition into a new role with the City of Fountain…
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Registration Now Open for the 2025 South Carolina Ag + Art Tour in Laurens County
January 20, 2025
The South Carolina Ag + Art Tour, the nation’s largest free, self-guided farm and art tour, is excited to announce that registration is now open for the 2025 event. This…
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Launch Party Set for Lander’s ‘New Voices’ Publication
January 19, 2025
The community is invited to the launch of the 2025 edition of New Voices Wednesday, January 22, at 7 p.m. in the Barksdale Recital Hall (CC 250) of the Abney…
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Laurens Electric Invites Students to Apply for Free Summer Trips and Scholarship Contests by Feb. 3
January 19, 2025
Laurens Electric Cooperative is offering nine local students an expense-paid trip to Washington, D.C. or Columbia, S.C., this summer. The annual Washington Youth Tour and Cooperative Youth Summit contests include…
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FDA Decision Promotes Safer Food and Medicine Choices with Ban of Popular Food Dye
January 19, 2025
The U.S. Food and Drug Administration (FDA) has announced a ban on the use of FD&C Red No. 3 in foods and ingested drugs, marking a significant step toward enhanced…
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Laurens County School District 56 to Host Career Fair January 25
January 19, 2025
Laurens County School District 56 is excited to announce its upcoming Career Fair, scheduled for Saturday, January 25, 2025, at the District 56 Conference Center, located at 100 Legion Drive, Clinton. The event will…
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Laurens County School District 55 Holds Legislative Breakfast 2025
January 19, 2025
On January 9, 2025, Laurens County School District 55 (LCSD 55) Superintendent Dr. Jody Penland welcomed members of the LCSD 55 School Board of Trustees, staff, community leaders & members,…
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Exciting Changes Coming to Pop’s BBQ and Country Cooking
January 16, 2025
Big changes are on the horizon for Pop’s BBQ and Country Cooking in Clinton (306 E. Carolina Avenue). Starting January 22nd, the restaurant will officially rebrand as Pop’s Country Cooking,…
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Mobile Health Clinic and Town Hall Meet & Greet Coming to Joanna
January 15, 2025
The first Prisma Health Mobile Health Clinic of 2025 in Joanna will take place on Saturday, January 18, offering vital healthcare services to the community, regardless of ability to pay.…
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Presbyterian College to honor Dr. Martin Luther King Jr. through worship, service, and keynote address
January 15, 2025
Presbyterian College will celebrate the life and legacy of the Rev. Dr. Martin Luther King Jr. with a series of events highlighting faith, service, and a commitment to justice. The…
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First United Methodist Church Expands Food Bank Hours to Meet Community Needs
January 15, 2025
First United Methodist Church in Laurens is extending the hours of its Food Bank to better serve the community during the winter months. In addition to its regular hours on…
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Governor Henry McMaster Issues Statement on State Treasury Forensic Accounting Review
January 15, 2025
Governor Henry McMaster today issued the following statement regarding the release of the independent State Treasury Forensic Accounting Review: “This comprehensive forensic accounting report confirms that there is no $1.8…
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Laurens Electric Cooperative Launches LEC Updates Text Message Service
January 15, 2025
Laurens Electric Cooperative (LEC) is introducing a new way to keep members informed: LEC Updates, a text messaging service designed to provide essential updates and information directly to your mobile…
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LushAcres Farm Expands Market Offerings with Farm-Fresh Take-and-Bake Options
January 15, 2025
LushAcres Farm and Market, a 100-year-old farm located at 1875 W. Maple Street Extension in Clinton, SC, has announced an exciting expansion to its market offerings. With a focus on…
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Wattsville Clean-Up Event: Join Us February 1st
January 15, 2025
American Legion Post 25 and Keep Laurens County Beautiful in partnership with the Laurens County Sheriff’s office, are teaming up to make a difference in our community. On Saturday, February…
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Lander to Recognize 2024 Alumni Award Recipients at Luncheon
January 15, 2025
The Lander University Alumni Association will honor its 2024 Alumni Award winners at a luncheon Friday, February 14 at 11:30 a.m. in the New Hall multipurpose room. The association has named…
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