Lander to Host Parent and Family Involvement Day
September 7, 2024
Lander University’s Parent and Family Involvement Day on Saturday, Sept. 28, will feature a range of activities designed to give parents and their students an opportunity to enjoy campus lifetogether.…
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Lander University Art Gallery Features Works of Artists Jorge Rojas and Siara Yazmin
September 7, 2024
On September 5, The Lander Art Gallery at Lander University’s Abney Cultural Center hosted a reception for its current exhibit, “Mujer: Sanctuary,” featuring artists Jorge Rojas and Siara Yazmin. The…
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Laurens District 55 High School Navy Junior Reserve Officers Training Corps Hosts Patriot Day 9/11 Tunnel Walk & Tower Climb Remembrance Event
September 6, 2024
In honor of the lives lost and the heroes of September 11, 2001, Laurens District 55 High School’s Navy Junior Reserve Officers Training Corps (NJROTC) will host a special Patriot…
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Fuller Transforms Father’s Struggles into Motivation in Pursuit of Physician Assistant Career at PC
September 6, 2024
Anna Fuller is about to become a double graduate of Presbyterian College, not to mention having been the first person in her family to graduate from college and now graduate…
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PC Student and Professor Team Up to Launch Children’s Book on Pediatric Development
September 4, 2024
A classroom discussion between Presbyterian College Occupational Therapy Doctoral student Madison “Madie” DeGennaro and her mentor, Dr. Courtney Addison, has blossomed into an exciting new project—“Pebbles’ Great Adventure,” a children’s book…
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Laurens Public Libraries Host Nature-Themed Craft Programs This September
September 4, 2024
This September, the Laurens County Public Libraries are offering two special craft programs designed to bring families closer to nature through creativity and fun. Adopt a Pet Rock at the…
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SC Department of Education Launches ‘Free to Focus SC’ to Support Transition to Cell Phone-Free School Environment Statewide
September 4, 2024
The South Carolina Department of Education (SCDE) has introduced a new initiative called “Free to Focus SC,” designed to support the statewide implementation of a model cell phone policy aimed…
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The Laurens County Battles of Fort Williams: The Most Contested Site in the American Revolution
September 4, 2024
Nestled between Mountville, Cross Hill, and Newberry County, near a modest creek, lies the historic location of Fort Williams. Known as the most contested site in America during the American…
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PC Alumnus and Trustee Steve Smith ’84 to Deliver Annual Vance Lecture on Business Ethics
September 3, 2024
Presbyterian College alumnus Steve Smith ‘84 will deliver the 2024-25 Robert M. Vance Lecture on Business Ethics at 7 p.m. Tuesday, Sept. 10, in Edmunds Hall. Smith, a member of…
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Strengthening Families: Thornwell’s Family Support Program Returns to Laurens County
September 2, 2024
Do you wish your family could listen more and yell less? Thornwell’s Strengthening Families program is here to help! Beginning September 3rd, this FREE 14-week program is designed to support…
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Actor Gui Agustini visits Lander to encourage students
September 2, 2024
Lander University’s aspiring creators recently received advice from a professional who has been in their seats before. Gui Agustini, an actor, director and producer who attended Lander University, visited Aug.…
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USC Union Anglers Make History: Hadden and Hudson Secure Division Title, Set Sights on Bassmaster Classic
August 31, 2024
The USC Union Anglers wrapped up a record season by qualifying for the College Bassmaster Classic Bracket on August 25. The team of Tanner Hadden and Caleb Hudson will compete…
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New Scholarship to Honor Lander’s Van Taylor
August 31, 2024
Van Taylor’s legacy at Lander University and in the soccer world is marked by remarkable achievements and a lasting impact. With an All-American collegiate career at Erskine College, a decade…
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Volunteers Needed to Help Local Abused and Neglected Children
August 31, 2024
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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GLEAMNS is Now Enrolling for Head Start and Early Head Start Programs Across Multiple Counties
August 31, 2024
GLEAMNS Human Resources Commission, Inc. is excited to announce that it is currently enrolling children for its Head Start and Early Head Start programs. Their Head Start programs serve families…
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SCDPS Partners with NASCAR Driver to Educate Darlington Students on Safe Driving
August 31, 2024
The South Carolina Department of Public Safety (SCDPS) teamed up with NASCAR driver Ross Chastain for an educational outreach event at West Florence High School, one day ahead of the…
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SCDE Launches Initiative Empowering Students with Dr. Martin Luther King Jr.’s Message of Hope and Unity
August 31, 2024
The SC Department of Education (SCDE) is unveiling a new initiative to provide high-quality civics education resources to South Carolina teachers and students at no cost to local districts. On…
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Building a Future in Aagriculture: Anderson has Success with PTC Dual Enrollment
August 28, 2024
Earning college credit while still in high school isn’t the only benefit Madison Anderson has experienced by taking Dual Enrollment courses through Piedmont Technical College. “It’s given me a lot…
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Storytime Returns to Laurens County Libraries this September
August 28, 2024
Exciting news for young families in Laurens County! Storytime hours are making a comeback at both Laurens and Clinton Libraries this September. At the Laurens Library, join Miss Jordan every…
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PTC Awards 429 Academic Credentials to 288 Graduates During Summer Commencement Ceremonies
August 26, 2024
A total of 429 academic credentials were awarded to 288 Piedmont Technical College (PTC) graduates during commencement ceremonies held Aug. 1. The ceremonies at the James Medford Family Event Center…
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Fountain Inn Civics Academy: Get an Inside Look at How Your City Operates
August 25, 2024
Ever wondered what it takes to keep the City of Fountain Inn running smoothly day after day? Curious about the roles and responsibilities of our Firefighters, Police Officers, or how…
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Piedmont Technical College fall 2024 convocation marks ‘start of something new’
August 25, 2024
Days before classes resumed, nearly 300 Piedmont Technical College (PTC) faculty and staff members gathered Aug. 13 for the fall 2024 convocation in the James Medford Family Center on the…
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Presbyterian College Announces New Visual and Performing Arts Department
August 24, 2024
Presbyterian College is excited to announce that it is combining its art, music, and theater departments into a new Department of Visual and Performing Arts. PC president Dr. Anita Gustafson…
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Ascend Cares Foundation’s Donation Enhances Training for PTC Paramedic Students
August 24, 2024
A recent donation from Ascend Cares Foundation will be used to buy training equipment for students in Piedmont Technical College’s (PTC) Paramedic Program. PTC President Dr. Hope E. Rivers accepted…
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Clinton Writers Group to Meet August 28
August 21, 2024
The Clinton Writers Group is set to convene on Wednesday, August 28, at 11:30 a.m. at the First Presbyterian Church in Clinton. All writers, aspiring writers, and those with a…
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Studying While Saving: Cooley Completes Tuition-Free Coursework Through PTC’s Dual Enrollment Program
August 21, 2024
Jonah Cooley overcame a speech impediment by watching the evening news on television and modeling his enunciation after the anchors and reporters. Nowadays, the Abbeville High School graduate speaks in…
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Dr. Temple Grandin Champions Diverse Minds at Presbyterian College’s 10th Annual Charles Chadwell Special Education Institute
August 20, 2024
Famed author, academic, and speaker Dr. Temple Grandin opened her keynote address to the 10th annual Charles Chadwell Special Education Institute at Presbyterian College with a simple observation with a profound…
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SCRA awards nearly $4 million to South Carolina colleges and universities
August 20, 2024
Lectures and term papers won’t be the only things happening in the state’s colleges and universities as faculty and students return this fall. Some will work on life-saving innovations such…
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The Mystery of Indian Trader James Adair to Be Explored at Laurens County Museum on August 27
August 20, 2024
James Adair, an Indian trader and early settler known for his influential book “The History of the American Indian,” mysteriously vanished after its publication in 1775. The mystery of Adair’s…
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South Carolina State Fair announces flash sale to celebrate 46 counties
August 19, 2024
The South Carolina State Fair announced a special flash sale on admission tickets in honor of our 46 counties. As part of this year’s theme, “46 Reasons to Celebrate South…
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Presbyterian College School of Pharmacy Welcomes Class of 2028 During Annual White Coat Ceremony
August 18, 2024
The Presbyterian College School of Pharmacy welcomed its newest students this week at the annual White Coat Ceremony on Aug. 16 in Belk Auditorium. Two dozen new P1s were granted…
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Imaginations Shine at Laurens Library: Lego Art Event for Children
August 18, 2024
The Laurens Public Library is hosting an event that promises to ignite the imaginations of young builders in the community. On August 26 at 4:00 p.m., children ages 6-10 are…
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Laurens Academy Prepares for Orientation with Over 300 Students Set to Begin the 2024-25 School Year
August 14, 2024
Laurens Academy is set to welcome new and returning families to its upcoming Orientation this Sunday, August 18th, as they prepare to kick off the 2024-25 school year. In response…
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Laurens County Revolutionary War 250th Sestercentennial Committee Announces Winners of Essay Competition
August 14, 2024
The Laurens County Revolutionary War 250th Committee (LC250), in partnership with The South Carolina Revolutionary War 250th Commission (SC250), and the Laurens County Chamber of Commerce (LCCC), is proud to…
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Lander University Dining Hall Gets a Major Facelift
August 14, 2024
When students return to Lander University this week for the Fall 2024 semester, they might not recognize their campus dining hall. Located on the lower level of the Grier Student…
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GSSM and Duke Energy continue partnership with a $5,000 grant to support STEM summer programs
August 12, 2024
The South Carolina Governor’s School for Science and Mathematics (GSSM) is pleased to announce that it has received a $5,000 grant from the Duke Energy Foundation. This generous donation has…
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Laurens 55 Graduate Named New Director of Teaching & Learning in Laurens County School District 55
August 12, 2024
During the August 12, 2024, Special-Called Laurens County School District 55 (LCSD 55) School Board Meeting, the LCSD 55 School Board unanimously voted to approve Wendy Burgess as the 2024-2025…
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Lander University to Host Artists Rojas, Yazmin
August 11, 2024
The community is invited to join the Department of Art + Design for a reception and conversation with visiting artists Jorge Rojas and Siara Yazmin on Thursday, September 5, at 5 p.m. in the Lander…
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Back to Roots Gathering: Cultivating Connections at Barefoot Acres
August 11, 2024
Are you interested in becoming more self-sufficient, learning traditional skills, or building a local community of like-minded individuals? The Back to Roots Gathering is your opportunity to do just that.…
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Celebrated Opera Singer Joining Lander’s Music Faculty
August 10, 2024
Keith Jameson has had many important roles in his life as a world-renowned tenor. Yet, he’s most excited about the role that begins when students arrive at Lander University in…
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SC Institute working to prevent sexual violence on campuses statewide
August 10, 2024
Lander University is at the helm of a statewide push to address sexual violence on college campuses with its creation of the South Carolina Institute on the Prevention of Sexual…
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Joe R. Adair Outdoor Education Center Seeks Vendors for Fall Festival on November 2nd
August 9, 2024
The Joe R. Adair Outdoor Education Center is excited to announce its upcoming Fall Festival, set to take place on Saturday, November 2nd, from 10:00 a.m. to 2:00 p.m. at…
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Presbyterian College Celebrates Second Commencement for Occupational Therapy Doctoral Program
August 6, 2024
The Presbyterian College Occupational Therapy Doctoral program celebrated its second commencement and doctoral hooding ceremony on Saturday, sending 21 new graduates into their chosen field. In her welcome to the…
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Lander Launches New Master’s in Criminology, Criminal Justice
August 6, 2024
State and local government employees, and law enforcement officers now have a convenient path to an affordable master’s degree thanks to Lander’s new online Master of Science in Criminology and…
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Dr. Rachel Schiera earns Lander’s Junior Faculty Scholar Award
August 6, 2024
During the 2023-24 academic year, Dr. Rachel Schiera taught six different courses at Lander University while strengthening her collaborative research program, developing education curriculumthat is being used internationally and presenting…
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“Rosemont to Mount Vernon“ Exhibit Opening and Celebration August 15 at the Laurens County Museum
August 5, 2024
Against all odds and over 165 years ago, Ann Pamela Cunningham of Waterloo, SC, started the association that saved Mount Vernon, home of the first United States President George Washington.…
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The Little River Regiment vs. The Little River Regiment – Civil War in the Revolutionary War
August 5, 2024
The Laurens County Museum Revolutionary War Lecture Series will confront the hard topic of neighbors fighting neighbors. Tuesday, August 13, at 7:00 PM, historian Durant Ashmore will speak about “Laurens…
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Attorney General Alan Wilson Announces Court Temporarily Blocks Title IX Change from Taking Effect in Four States
August 5, 2024South Carolina Attorney General Alan Wilson announces that the U.S. Court of Appeals for the 11th Circuit has granted South Carolina’s request for an administrative injunction, which means the Title…
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Laurens County Students Invited to Celebrate America’s 250th Anniversary with Revolutionary War Poster Competition
August 5, 2024
The Laurens County Revolutionary War 250th Committee (LC250), in partnership with The South Carolina Revolutionary War 250th Commission (SC250), and The Laurens County Chamber of Commerce (LCCC), is excited to…
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August Yard and Garden Tips
August 5, 2024
By Laurens Office of Clemson University Cooperative Extension Service Watch out for: Lawns • Lawn diseases – continue watching for problems with brown patch and dollar spot in warm season…
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