Registration Opens for 4th Annual 55+ Turkey Trot in Fountain Inn
October 21, 2026
Fountain Inn Parks & Recreation has officially opened registration for its 4th Annual 55+ Turkey Trot, welcoming older adults across the community to take part in the pre-holiday outdoor tradition…
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The Force Arrives in Mauldin: Swamp Rabbits’ Mascot Stomper Visits City Hall Ahead of ‘Star Wars Night’
October 21, 2026
Galactic excitement made its way into the Golden Strip this week as the Greenville Swamp Rabbits brought an early preview of one of their biggest annual hockey traditions straight to…
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Clinton’s Angelo Cromer named Laurens County Touchdown Club Player of the Week
October 19, 2026
The Laurens County Touchdown Club has named Clinton High School senior Angelo Cromer its Player of the Week for games played Friday, Oct. 16. Cromer, a running back, defensive back…
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Presbyterian outlasts Stetson 47-43 in fourth-quarter shootout
October 18, 2026
Presbyterian College football scored the winning touchdown with less than 20 seconds left Saturday to defeat Stetson 47-43, its third straight Pioneer Football League win. The teams combined for 51…
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Steve Mays appointed new tournament director of Myrtle Beach Classic
October 15, 2026
Longtime Grand Strand golf and tourism executive to lead one of South Carolina’s premier tournaments SPORTFIVE, the organization that facilitates and operates the Myrtle Beach Classic, the Grand Strand’s annual…
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Clinton’s Graydon Watkins named Touchdown Club Player of the Week
October 12, 2026
The Laurens County Touchdown Club has named Clinton High School junior Graydon Watkins its Player of the Week for games played Friday, Oct. 9. Watkins, a wide receiver and defensive…
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Clinton High School to honor Coach Bill Rhodes with community memorial service Friday
October 12, 2026
Correction: An earlier version of this article listed an incorrect location for the service. The service will be held in the Clinton Middle School gymnasium, next to Wilder Stadium. The…
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HGTC Foundation Golf Classic set for Nov. 15 to support students
October 10, 2026
The Horry-Georgetown Technical College (HGTC) Foundation invites golfers, community partners and local businesses to hit the links for a great cause at the 2026 HGTC Golf Classic, set for Sunday,…
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HGTC, Palmetto GCSA host Education Day for turfgrass industry professionals and students
October 8, 2026
Horry-Georgetown Technical College (HGTC) and the Palmetto Golf Course Superintendents Association (PGCSA) brought together golf course superintendents, turfgrass professionals, industry partners and students for the annual PGCSA/HGTC Education Day on…
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Eight seconds of adrenaline: world championship rodeo returns to Fountain Inn this weekend
October 7, 2026
Dust off your cowboy boots and grab your hats: professional rodeo action is returning to the Golden Strip this weekend as the Fountain Inn World Championship Rodeo gets underway on…
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Confidence in motion: girls on the run upstate SC brings fall ‘celebrate your start’ 5K to BridgeWay Station
October 7, 2026
Hundreds of young runners, volunteer coaches, and community supporters will gather to celebrate perseverance, health, and girl power next month as Girls on the Run Upstate SC brings its 2026…
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Kinard-Shelton honored as Touchdown Club player of the week; Mike Ayers to speak Oct. 15
October 6, 2026
The Laurens County Touchdown Club is proud to announce that for games played on Friday, October 2nd, the Player of the week is Thornwell Charter School Junior Running Back/Defensive Back…
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Serve for a Cause: Dinkin’ Donuts Pickleball Tournament Slated for Nov. 21 at Pickle Yard Mauldin
October 5, 2026
Upstate pickleball players of all skill levels will have a chance to turn their court skills into community support this fall as non-profit organization RIZE Prevention hosts its inaugural Dinkin’…
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Get in the Game: Mauldin Recreation Expands Adult Sports Lineup with Soccer, Pickleball, and Basketball
October 5, 2026
Mauldin Recreation is expanding its adult athletics lineup, rolling out dedicated leagues for soccer, pickleball, and basketball designed for players of all skill and fitness levels. Organizers emphasize that these…
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Kawonu Golf Club names Eric Williamson Director of Golf and Operations
October 5, 2026
Anderson native brings more than 25 years of private club experience as Kawonu prepares to open in May 2027 Kawonu Golf Club has named Eric Williamson, PGA, its director of golf…
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Presbyterian routs St. Thomas 55-21 to extend home winning streak to 10 games
October 4, 2026
Presbyterian College kept one of the longest home winning streaks in the Football Championship Subdivision alive Saturday afternoon, overwhelming St. Thomas 55-21 at Bailey Memorial Stadium in Clinton. The victory…
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Barnabas Horse Foundation announces annual “Friends of Barnabas” golf tournament at Heritage Golf Club
October 2, 2026
The Barnabas Horse Foundation has officially announced the upcoming Friends of Barnabas Golf Tournament, set to take place on Saturday, November 21, 2026, at the Heritage Golf Club in Pawleys…
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Less than a month to go: Register now for the Andy Quattlebaum Tour de Plantersville!
October 2, 2026
There is officially only one month left until The Village Group’s signature event and fundraiser, The Andy Quattlebaum Tour de Plantersville, taking place on Saturday, October 31, 2026. Whether you’re…
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Statewide OCD awareness week activities feature community walk at BridgeWay Station
September 30, 2026
Communities across South Carolina are preparing to spotlight obsessive-compulsive disorder this October through educational film screenings, regional landmarks lit in teal, and a signature community walk right in the Golden…
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RIZE Prevention brings Dinkin’ Donuts Pickleball Tournament back to Pickle Yard on Nov. 21
September 30, 2026
Local pickleball players and community supporters can get ready to rally for a cause as the annual Dinkin’ Donuts Pickleball Tournament returns to the Golden Strip this November. Hosted by…
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Laurens Academy quarterback Ethan Collins named Touchdown Club Player of the Week
September 28, 2026
The Laurens County Touchdown Club is proud to announce that for games played on Friday, September 25th, the Player of the week is Laurens Academy Senior Quarterback Ethan Collins. Ethan…
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Fountain Inn girls golf clinches historic county ‘three-peat’
September 28, 2026
The Fountain Inn High School girls golf team continued its unchallenged reign over the county this week, capturing its third straight County Championship title and cementing the program’s reputation as…
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Fountain Inn Miracle League opens 2026 season with community support from Fury football
September 28, 2026
Monday nights in Fountain Inn are once again filled with the sounds of cheering crowds and bats making contact as the Fountain Inn Miracle League officially kicked off its 2026…
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Leadership Simpsonville breaks ground on new basketball court at Alder Park as Phase Two plans are unveiled
September 28, 2026
Shovels officially hit the dirt at Alder Park this week as the Leadership Simpsonville Class of 2026 celebrated a major milestone, hosting a groundbreaking ceremony for a brand-new community basketball…
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Mauldin Recreation opens winter sports registration for youth basketball and wrestling
September 28, 2026
Mauldin Recreation is preparing for its upcoming winter sports season, announcing that registration will officially open on Thursday, Oct. 1, for youth basketball and wrestling programs. Families looking to keep…
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Grid Iron Recap: Crusaders stay unbeaten, Raiders top Greer as region play arrives
September 27, 2026
Laurens County’s four high school football teams split Friday, Sept. 25, with Laurens District 55 and Laurens Academy picking up wins, Clinton falling in overtime and Thornwell Charter School dropping…
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Save the Date: Rocky Point Patriot Run set for November 14th
September 24, 2026
Mark your calendars! VFW Georgetown Memorial Post 6444, Winyah Rivers Alliance, and Georgetown County Parks & Recreation are teaming up to host the Rocky Point Patriot Run on Saturday, November…
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Capital City/Lake Murray Country announces exciting lineup of national fishing tournaments for 2026–2027
September 23, 2026
Capital City/Lake Murray Country (CCLMC) announced an exciting lineup of nationally recognized fishing tournaments coming to Lake Murray during the 2026–2027 season. From professional bass anglers to elite kayak competitors,…
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Tidelands Health joins 8th Annual Andy Quattlebaum Tour de Plantersville as exclusive Health and Wellness sponsor
September 23, 2026
Registration Open for October 31st Cycling Event The Village Group is proud to announce Tidelands Health as the Exclusive Health and Wellness Sponsor of the 8th Annual Andy Quattlebaum…
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BridgeWay Brewing Co. to host ‘College Night’ fundraiser and tailgate celebration Thursday
September 23, 2026
School spirit, fall football, and community fundraising will take center stage in Mauldin this week as BridgeWay Brewing Co. hosts its inaugural “College Night.” The community tailgate-style gathering is set…
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Birdi Box opens in Lexington, bringing high-tech indoor golf to the Midlands
September 23, 2026
New indoor golf club on Sunset Blvd. pairs tour-level swing analysis with a laid-back, no-pressure vibe Birdi Box, a new indoor golf club at 5357 Sunset Blvd., is officially open.…
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Presbyterian men’s golf wins River Run Collegiate; Hagood takes individual title
September 22, 2026
The Presbyterian Blue Hose captured the River Run Collegiate title, while senior Spence Hagood claimed the tournament’s individual title. Presbyterian posted a final round score of 292 for a three-round…
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Laurens receiver Quinton Watts named Touchdown Club player of the week
September 21, 2026
The Laurens County Touchdown Club has named Laurens District 55 High School wide receiver and defensive back Quinton Watts its player of the week for games played Friday, Sept. 18.…
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Rotary Club of Mauldin to Host Annual Tim Brett Memorial Charity Golf Tournament at Carolina Springs Golf Club
September 21, 2026
Golfers, local business leaders, and community supporters will hit the greens on Monday, September 28, 2026, for the annual Tim Brett Memorial Charity Golf Tournament, hosted by the Rotary Club…
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Grid Iron Update: Raiders rally through the rain, Red Devils roll on homecoming
September 21, 2026
Three Laurens County football teams played Friday, Sept. 18, and all three won. Storms moving through the Upstate and Lakelands shaped both public school games, stretching one past 1 a.m.…
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Wedgefield Plantation to host Paws and Putts golf tournament Sept. 27
September 20, 2026
Wedgefield Plantation is encouraging local golfers to come out on Sunday, September 27 and help support Saint Frances Animal Center(opens in new tab) with its Paws and Putts golf tournament.…
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Coach Ken Carter to address regional high school students at HGTC
September 18, 2026
The South Carolina Department of Employment and Workforce, in partnership with Horry-Georgetown Technical College (HGTC), the Coastal Carolina University (CCU) MISTER Program and Partnership Grand Strand, will host an inspirational…
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Stroller Strong brings back free weekly run club for mothers at Gracely Park
September 16, 2026
Local fitness community Stroller Strong has announced the return of its Mama Run Club for the fall season, offering weekly group runs aimed at building community and encouraging wellness among…
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TriFit introduces local partnership initiative for Mauldin businesses
September 16, 2026
Local gym TriFit has announced a new outreach initiative aimed at partnering with Mauldin employers and supporting the health of the local workforce. The fitness facility has unveiled updated equipment,…
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Presbyterian softball adds Bella Ligotti to coaching staff
September 15, 2026
Presbyterian College softball coach David Williams announced the hiring of assistant coach Bella Ligotti on Tuesday afternoon. Ligotti spent three seasons in the Big South as a player at Gardner-Webb…
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Laurens District 55 High School to crown homecoming queen Friday
September 15, 2026
Laurens District 55 High School will crown its homecoming queen and announce the winner of the Miss Make a Difference fundraiser Friday, Sept. 18, capping a week that opened with…
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Fountain Inn miracle league set to launch 2026 season on opening night
September 14, 2026
The dugouts are filled, the bats are ready, and local athletes are preparing to take the field as the Fountain Inn Miracle League kicks off its 2026 fall baseball season…
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Grid Iron Update: Red Devils and Saints fall on the road in quiet Week 4
September 14, 2026
Laurens County got through Friday, Sept. 11, with only two games played, and neither ended the way local fans wanted. Clinton High School The Red Devils made the trip to…
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Leadership Simpsonville class of 2026 launches fundraising campaign to revitalize Alder Park basketball court
September 14, 2026
The Leadership Simpsonville Class of 2026 has announced a community-driven initiative to renovate the outdoor basketball court at Alder Park, partnering with the Simpsonville Parks and Recreation Department to create…
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Laurens Academy’s Caleb Hardy named Touchdown Club player of the week
September 7, 2026
Laurens Academy senior Caleb Hardy, an H-back and linebacker for the Crusaders, has been named the Laurens County Touchdown Club player of the week for games played Friday, Sept. 4.…
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Grid Iron Recap: Red Devils and Crusaders stay unbeaten, Raiders and Saints drop road-week matchups
September 7, 2026
Laurens County’s four high school football teams split the week of Sept. 4, with Clinton and Laurens Academy adding to unbeaten starts while Laurens District 55 and Thornwell Charter School…
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Clinton girls tennis blanks High Point Academy 7-0
September 7, 2026
Clinton High School’s girls tennis team swept High Point Academy 7-0, dropping just one game across the entire match. The Red Devils won all five singles matches in straight sets.…
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BridgeWay Station encourages community wellness with outdoor ‘Fall into Fitness’ series
September 7, 2026
s cooler seasonal weather arrives, BridgeWay Station is inviting residents and visitors to get moving outdoors with its “Fall into Fitness” community workout series. Designed to showcase accessible ways to…
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BridgeWay Brewing to host ‘Kickoff for a Cure’ fundraiser for American Cancer Society
September 7, 2026
Local sports fans and community supporters can pair game day action with charitable giving this week as BridgeWay Brewing Co. hosts “Kickoff for a Cure” on Wednesday, September 9. Running…
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BridgeWay Brewing revs up September with weekly SC Moto Bike Night and live music series
September 7, 2026
Local motorcycle enthusiasts and music lovers will have a regular weeknight gathering spot throughout the rest of the month, as BridgeWay Brewing hosts the SC Moto Bike Night and live…
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