Wild Women Extravaganza: A Celebration of Artistic Brilliance at The Artist’s Coop
March 30, 2025
The Artist’s Coop invites the community to experience the captivating world of Elizabeth Nason at the Wild Women Extravaganza. This unique exhibition will be held at 111 W Public Square,…
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Boomerasking: The Sneaky Habit That’s Hijacking Your Conversations
March 30, 2025
Ever had a chat where someone asked you a question just to swoop in with their own story before you could finish your answer? Congratulations—you’ve encountered the latest conversational quirk…
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Alternative Pathways to Educator Certification (APEC) Center at Columbia College selected as the 2025 Dick and Tunky Riley WhatWorksSC award winner
March 28, 2025
Columbia College’s Alternative Pathways to Educator Certification (APEC) Center has been named the winner of the 2025 Dick and Tunky Riley WhatWorksSC Award, awarded annually by The Riley Institute at…
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10 SC Schools selected for the Palmetto AI Pathways Pilot Program
March 28, 2025
South Carolina Council on Competitiveness (SC Competes), IT-oLogy, and the University of South Carolina (USC) announced on National AI Literacy Day the first 10 schools selected to participate in the…
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Laurens District 55 to Name High School Athletic Training Room in Honor of Coach Barry Atkinson
March 26, 2025
The Laurens County School District 55 (LCSD 55) School Board members unanimously approved to name the Laurens District 55 High School (LDHS) Athletic Training Room in honor of Coach Barry…
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Kiosk Unveiling in Cross Hill to Honor the Legend of Liberty Springs
March 26, 2025
The Laurens County 250 Committee, in partnership with the Cross Hill Town Council, will host a special unveiling ceremony on Saturday, March 29 at 1:00 p.m. at Cross Hill City…
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Lander University to Host Reception for MAT Exhibit
March 26, 2025
The community is invited to join the Department of Art + Design at Lander University for a reception with student artists featured in the 2025 MAT Art Exhibit Thursday, March…
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Leadership, Service, and Scholarship Shine at LDHS Beta Club Induction
March 24, 2025
On March 20, 2025, the Laurens District 55 High School (LDHS) held the National Beta Club Pillar Induction Ceremony. The LDHS Beta Club has been inducting members since 1992. However,…
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Lander Film Festival Celebrates 15 Years with Screening and Awards
March 24, 2025
Lander University finished the 15th Annual Film Festival on Saturday, March 22 with its Short Film Screening and Awards Ceremony, which highlighted both student and community filmmakers. The festival was…
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Experience the 2025 Laurens County Ag + Art Tour: A Celebration of Farms, Creativity, and Community
March 24, 2025
Visit Laurens County, the tourism arm of Laurens County, operating under the Laurens County Chamber of Commerce (LCCC) in collaboration with Laurens County Administration and Laurens County Parks, Recreation, and…
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Faculty Recital “Germanic Gems for Piano and Cello”
March 24, 2025
Lander University will host a “Germanic Gems for Piano and Cello” in Barksdale Retail Hall at 7 p.m. March 28. This event is free and open to the public. Faculty…
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Lander Public Health Professor to Discuss Aging in Amish Communities
March 24, 2025
Lander University and the Arts Center of Greenwood invite the community to be a part of the 2024-25 Lecture Series Tuesday, April 1, for Dr. Claire Marie Mensack’s lecture, “The…
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More Than Just Fun: A Powerful Concert Experience at PC’s Belk Auditorium
March 24, 2025
Laurens County music lovers are invited to experience an evening that promises to go beyond mere entertainment. “More Than Just Fun,” a thoughtfully curated concert hosted at Presbyterian College’s Belk…
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Presbyterian College Recognized by FirstGen Forward as National Leader in Advancing First-Generation Student Success
March 23, 2025
Presbyterian College has been recognized as a FirstGen Forward Network Champion, a national designation that honors institutions committed to supporting first-generation college students. PC is one of only 18 higher…
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Lead prosecutor Creighton Waters discusses public corruption and Murdaugh case at Presbyterian College
March 22, 2025
Creighton Waters, the lead prosecutor in the high-profile Alex Murdaugh trial, delivered the 2025 Samuel C. Waters Lecture in Political Science at Presbyterian College on Wednesday, offering students and attendees an in-depth look at the challenges of…
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Lander Film Festival to Host Filmmakers for Short Film Screening and Awards Ceremony
March 19, 2025
Lander University will proudly host the final event of the 2025 Lander Film Festival on Saturday, March 22, at 4:30 p.m. Admission to the Short Film Screening and Awards Ceremony…
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Clinton Middle School Among 37 Schools Awarded Strategic Compensation Pilot Grants to Reward Teaching Excellence
March 19, 2025
The South Carolina Department of Education (SCDE) has announced the new schools that will be participating in the Strategic Compensation Pilot Grants, awarding $5 million to 37 schools across 29…
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Clemson’s Dr. Kathryn Wiley to deliver Women’s History Month lecture at Presbyterian College
March 17, 2025
Presbyterian College will welcome Dr. Kathryn Wiley, assistant professor of interdisciplinary studies at Clemson University, as the featured speaker for its 2025 Women’s History Month Lecture. Dr. Wiley will examine…
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Lander Film Festival Celebrates 15th Anniversary with Special Events, Including Discussion on Monster Culture and Roger Corman
March 17, 2025
The Lander Film Festival will be celebrating its 15th anniversary and will be kicking off the week with a host of events. Dr. Misty Jameson, professor of English, will be…
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Lander University Piano Ensemble to Perform
March 17, 2025
The Lander University Piano Ensemble invites the community to attend their 2025 recital featuring music used in video games from 1970s arcades through the Nintendo Switch. The concert will take…
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Lander University’s Iriarte to Showcase Drone Cinematography at Lander Film Festival
March 11, 2025
by Micaela Pallete As the 15th anniversary of the Lander Film Festival approaches, Dr. Walter Iriarte’s presentation on the evolving role of drone cinematography in filmmaking is set to be…
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Clinton Native Returns to Lead Clinton Middle School Band and Assist Devil Regiment
March 10, 2025
The Clinton band family is welcoming home one of its own as a new leader in the program. A Clinton native and former member of the Devil Regiment, Kate Wages…
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Exciting March Events at Laurens County Libraries
March 10, 2025
The Laurens County Library System is offering a variety of engaging programs this March, providing opportunities for fun, learning, and community connection for all ages. Trivia Night at the Clinton…
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Lander Sport Management Students Gain Hands-On Experience at Major Sporting Events
March 10, 2025
Sport management programs are among the fastest-growing degree offerings on college campuses across the United States, and Lander University is no exception. The number of students in Lander’s sport management…
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Tour of Restored Piney Grove Schoolhouse at Culbertson Backcountry Settlement Set for March 15
March 9, 2025
A rare glimpse into Laurens County’s early education history will be available to the public on Saturday, March 15, as the restored Piney Grove Schoolhouse for Black Americans opens for…
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GSSM Robotics Teams shine at South Carolina FIRST Tech Challenge State Championship
March 6, 2025
The South Carolina Governor’s School for Science & Mathematics (GSSM) robotics teams excelled at the South Carolina FIRST Tech Challenge (FTC) Robotics Championship, held at Dreher High School on Feb.…
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Lander Professors Discuss Artificial Intelligence in Upcoming Lecture
March 5, 2025
The community is invited to join Lander University and the Arts Center of Greenwood for the fifth installment of the 2024-25 Community Lecture Series Tuesday, March 11. The event will…
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Two Clinton Middle School students recognized as SC Junior Scholars
March 5, 2025
Laurens County School District 56 and Clinton Middle School are proud to announce the recognition of two current 8th graders as South Carolina Junior Scholars. The South Carolina Junior Scholars…
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Laurens County First Steps Champions Child Abuse Prevention Month with Awareness Event and Community Initiatives
March 4, 2025
Laurens County First Steps is committed to raising awareness and preventing child abuse, especially during Child Abuse Prevention Month. As of March 3, 2025, 163 children in Laurens County are…
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Calling All Future Pilots from Laurens County: Charleston Southern Expands Aviation Program with Acquisition of Flight School
March 4, 2025
Calling all future pilots from Laurens County and beyond — Charleston Southern University (CSU) has announced a major expansion of its aeronautics program with the recent acquisition of Holy City…
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Murdaugh Lead Prosecutor Creighton Waters to Headline 2025 Samuel C. Waters Lecture at Presbyterian College
March 4, 2025
Creighton Waters, the lead prosecutor in the high-profile Alex Murdaugh trial, will deliver this year’s Samuel Calvin Waters Lecture in Political Science at Presbyterian College. His lecture, “State Grand Jury Corruption…
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Clinton High School and Clinton Middle School Claim Back-to-Back Science Olympiad Titles at New Home Venue, Presbyterian College
March 3, 2025
Clinton’s reputation for excellence in science and engineering continues to shine, as Clinton High School and Clinton Middle School both captured first place at the 2025 South Carolina Science Olympiad, held on March 1, 2025. This…
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NASA-Funded Astrophysicist Joins Presbyterian College Faculty, Inspiring Future Scientists
February 25, 2025
Dr. Frances Cashman leans forward, eyes alight with excitement as she gestures toward a vibrant image on her computer screen. The swirling patterns of light and shadow in the Milky…
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Exciting Programs Coming to Laurens County Libraries in March
February 25, 2025
The Laurens County Public Library System has a lineup of engaging activities for all ages this March, offering a mix of creativity, education, and fun at both the Laurens and…
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Lander University Hosts Take Back the Night to Support Survivors and Raise Awareness of Sexual Violence
February 25, 2025
Lander University recently hosted Take Back the Night as a way to encourage survivors of sexual violence to speak up and feel safe in their community while providing resources to…
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Laurens County Museum to Host Lecture on Women in the American Revolution
February 25, 2025
The courage and sacrifices of women during the American Revolutionary War will be the focus of an upcoming lecture at the Laurens County Museum. Historian and battlefield preservationist Durant Ashmore…
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Swingin’ Medallions Coming to Lander April 10 for Scholarship Benefit Performance
February 25, 2025
The Swingin’ Medallions, a Southern tradition since 1962, are returning home to Lander University – the college of choice for many of its members over the past 63 years –…
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Laurens Raiders Wrestling Wraps Up Historic Season with Championship Titles and State Runner-Up Finish
February 24, 2025
The Laurens Raiders wrestling team capped off an incredible season with a haul of championship titles and a strong showing at the state tournament this past weekend. The Raiders claimed…
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Gray Court-Owings School Archery Team Aims to Win in State State Championship
February 24, 2025
On Saturday, February 15, 2025, the Gray Court-Owings (GCO) School Archery Team participated in the 2025 South Carolina Bullseye State Qualifier in Taylors, South Carolina. Twelve GCO students qualified to…
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Eaton Corporation donates $25,000 for PTC Engineering Technology Department
February 24, 2025
Continuing its tradition of financial support, Eaton Corporation has donated another $25,000 to the Piedmont Technical College (PTC) Foundation. The donation will enable the college’s Engineering Technology Department to purchase…
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Lander Celebrates 100 Years of Chipley. Long-time Board Member Shares Fond Memories
February 24, 2025
Even at 100 years old, Lander University’s Chipley Hall is still providing a place for Lander women to make new memories. The Lander community gathered on Chipley’s lawn Saturday to…
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The Military Child Education Coalition Launches Heroic Hearts Scholarship in Partnership with Columbia Southern University
February 24, 2025
The Military Child Education Coalition (MCEC) is excited to announce its partnership with Columbia Southern University to offer The Military Child Education Coalition Heroic Hearts Scholarship. This scholarship is designed…
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Presbyterian College to Host South Carolina Science Olympiad on March 1
February 24, 2025
Hundreds of middle and high school students from across the state will gather at Presbyterian College on Saturday, March 1, for the South Carolina Science Olympiad, a premier STEM competition that challenges…
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Fountain Inn High and Laurens District High Team Up for Robotics Success
February 23, 2025
A partnership between Fountain Inn High School (FIHS) and Laurens District High School (LDHS) has led to remarkable achievements in the world of competitive robotics. The collaboration, which began in…
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Columbia educator surprised with $25,000 Milken Award
February 20, 2025
Forest Lake Elementary School’s lead interventionist Keighley (pronounced “KAY-lee”) George thought she was attending a schoolwide assembly this morning in honor of a visit from State Department of Education officials, but instead, she received a heartwarming surprise. George was presented with the Milken Educator Award,…
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Laurens County Museum Celebrates Black History Month with Historic Music
February 18, 2025
“A Musical Visit to Days of Old” will showcase Negro Spirituals, Common Meter Music, Slavery Hymns and more on Sunday, February 23, 2025, at 3:00 pm, at the Laurens County…
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Presbyterian College Choirs to Present “Sounds from the Stage and Screen” Concert on Feb. 27
February 18, 2025
The Presbyterian College Choirs will present an exciting concert titled “Sounds from the Stage and Screen” on Thursday, February 27th, at 7:30 PM on the Presbyterian College campus in Edmunds…
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M.S. Bailey CDC Now Registering for 4K Program – The Best Start for Your Child’s Education!
February 17, 2025
Parents looking for a high-quality early childhood education program for their four-year-old children can now register at M.S. Bailey Child Development Center (CDC) for the 2025-2026 school year. If your…
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Stay Safe Online: Learn Cybersecurity Tips at the Laurens Library
February 17, 2025
In an age where digital threats are on the rise, knowing how to protect your personal information is more important than ever. The Laurens Library invites the community to a…
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Palmetto State Teachers Association Hosts Legislative Hill Day to Advocate for Educators and Students
February 17, 2025
On Wednesday, February 4, 2025 Palmetto State Teachers Association hosted the Palmetto State School Counselor Association for a Legislative Hill Day event at the South Carolina State House in Columbia. …
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