FEATURED EVENTS

Gray Court Fire Department Pancake Breakfast

March 21 @ 7:00 am - 10:00 am

3 pancakes Scrambled eggs 2…

Classical Concert

March 20 @ 2:00 pm - 3:00 pm

Please join us for a…

Ribbon Cutting for C&A Ag Products

May 14 @ 3:00 pm - 4:30 pm

Join us for a ribbon…

Canva 101 Workshop

March 18 @ 10:00 am - 12:00 pm

Canva 101 for Beginners is…

Safe Home 5K Run/Walk to End Domestic Violence

April 18 @ 9:00 am - 12:00 pm

Laurens County residents are invited…

Canva 101 Workshop

March 18 @ 10:00 am - 12:00 pm

Canva 101 for Beginners is…

Laurens County First Steps to Host Celebrate Safe Children Community Event

April 23 @ 4:00 pm - 7:00 pm

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Social Scene

Echoes & Insights

ON THE MOVE

S.C. Department of Environmental Services wins 2025 Notable State Documents Award for State Water Plan

The S.C. Department of Environmental Services (SCDES) is the recipient of a 2025 Notable State Documents Award from the South…

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Governor McMaster signs joint resolution extending alcohol server training deadline

The South Carolina Restaurant and Lodging Association (SCRLA) applauds Governor Henry McMaster for signing H. 5261, a joint resolution that…

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Manufacturing Madness narrows field to eight finalists

Voting for the Top 8 Round of Manufacturing Madness Now Open South Carolina Manufacturers and Commerce (SCMC) announced the eight…

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South Carolina Governor’s Schools host “Endless Opportunities” information sessions across the state

The Governor’s School for Agriculture at John de la Howe (JDLH), the South Carolina Governor’s School for the Arts and…

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Tom Poland

A Good Whooping

By Tom Poland   I am no stranger to the flyswatter, switch, belt, and paddle. I even got a good…

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Laurens County Officials Provide Update on $1.5 Million Wire Fraud Investigation

Laurens County officials have released additional details regarding the wire fraud scheme that resulted in more than $1.5 million in…

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Famous Audio Drama Producer Shares Craft with Lander Students  

At Lander University, students are regularly invited to hear from the industry experts who are already in leadership positions in…

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Thornwell to Host Foster Parent Orientation in Clinton on March 19

Individuals and families interested in opening their homes to children in need will have an opportunity to learn more about…

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Words Matter — Even When You’re Talking to AI

By Brenda Stewart, Publisher An unexpected call to 911 became a powerful reminder that words carry weight, especially in a…

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Laurens County Council Advances Major Economic Development Projects, Issues Community Proclamations

Meeting includes update on property reassessment, approval of projects expected to bring hundreds of jobs, and executive session discussion related…

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South Carolina Ranked Fastest-Growing State in the Nation in 2025

South Carolina continues to draw new residents at a record pace, with the state ranking as the fastest-growing state in…

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DPH Recognizes Healthcare Quality Team for National Patient Safety Week

During National Patient Safety Week, March 8-14, the South Carolina Department of Public Health (DPH) is recognizing its Healthcare Quality…

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Vendors and Food Trucks Invited to Participate in Love Like Maddie’s 3rd Annual Family Fun Day at Lake Rabon Park

Local vendors and food trucks are invited to be part of a growing community tradition as Love Like Maddie prepares…

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Cody Simpson Launches “Farmers Coalition” with Support from All 46 Counties

Cody Simpson, the President Trump-endorsed candidate for South Carolina Commissioner of Agriculture, announced today the launch of the Cody for…

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Little River Park Temporarily Closed for Improvements in the City of Laurens

The City of Laurens has temporarily closed Little River Park as planned upgrades and maintenance begin at the popular community…

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South Carolina Extends Alcohol Server Training Deadline to May 1, 2026

Servers and managers who have not yet completed an approved alcohol server training program as required under SC Code Section…

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Shamrock Technologies, Inc. Relocating Corporate Headquarters as Part of Laurens County Expansion $39.6 Million Investment Will Create 57 New Jobs

Shamrock Technologies, Inc. (Shamrock), a global leader in specialty additives, today announced it is relocating its corporate headquarters as part…

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Precision Meets Progress: Prisma Health Laurens County Hospital’s 100 Robotic Surgeries Strengthen Care for Rural Patients

Prisma Health Laurens County Hospital (LCH) has reached a major milestone in advanced medical care, completing its 100th robot-assisted surgery…

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Laurens Middle School Educator Audrey Bell Receives Distinguished Honor as Regional Teacher to Watch

Laurens County School District 55 (LCSD 55) is proud to announce that Audrey Bell, an 8th-grade math teacher at Laurens…

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Westminster Presbyterian Church Installs Rev. Trevor Downie as Associate Pastor

Westminster Presbyterian Church in Clinton celebrated an important moment in the life of its congregation on Sunday afternoon, March 8,…

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Diaper Drive-Thru in Downtown Clinton Set for Tuesday, March 10

Families in Laurens County who need a little extra help with diapers and wipes will have an opportunity to receive…

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Tickets Still Available for Main Street Laurens’ 30th Birthday Gala & Annual Meeting

Main Street Laurens is preparing to celebrate a significant milestone in the life of downtown Laurens, and community members still…

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The Fox Hole Opens Beneath Moultrie Southern Cuisine in Downtown Laurens

A new social gathering space is now welcoming guests beneath Moultrie Southern Cuisine in downtown Laurens. The Fox Hole, located…

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Laurens County Humane Society to Host Low-Cost “Chips and Tips” Pet Care Event March 14

The Laurens County Humane Society is inviting pet owners from across the region to take advantage of affordable veterinary services…

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SC Housing to launch 2026 Palmetto Heroes Program with $10,000 down payment assistance for public servants

Beginning March 16, South Carolina’s public service heroes can apply for $10,000 in forgivable down payment assistance through SC Housing’s…

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Big News

Jobs

Library Evening Circulation and Building Supervisor

Evening Circulation and Building Supervisor…

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Director of Finance

Laurens County employees and applicants…

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President of Junior Achievement of Greater South Carolina

Title: President, Junior Achievement of…

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Kitchen Staff

Now Hiring: Line Cook (Grill…

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Part time Teacher-Floater

Position Summary: The well-qualified individual…

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AI Educator

AI Educator – University of…

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Career Counselor

Career Counselor – Grant University…

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Director of Development Soccer/Head Coach

Director of Development Soccer/Head Coach…

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Academic Advisor

Academic Advisor – Grant University…

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Assistant Director, Residence Life

NOW HIRING: Assistant Director, Residential…

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Article category

Op-Ed

PSTA statement on educator salaries in Ways and Means budget

The Palmetto State Teachers Association…

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Free Speech is Free—But Not Free of Consequences

by Brenda Stewart, Publisher Laurens…

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Non Profit

The Arts

Tom Poland

A Good Whooping

By Tom Poland   I…

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Lander to Host Visiting Writer Jenn Blair

The community is invited to…

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Fukoku America, Inc.

Fukoku supplies high-share products across…

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A NEW BEGINNING FARM LLC

Custom sugar cookies for special…

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Mary Davidson Bookkeeper

I hope small businesses manage…

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NeighborhoodGo

We are your local food…

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McMurray Dentistry

At McMurray Dentistry we strive…

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864 Dumpster LLC

864 Dumpster LLC is a…

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KOT Pack and Ship

Pack and Ship store offering…

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Woodsrunner School

The Woodsrunner School is the…

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Della Crema

Craft coffee and gelato shop…

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Upstate Awards and More

Local and Family owned. We…

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