Getting Ready for School: Emphasizing School Bus Safety for a Safe Start
July 29, 2024
As summer days grow shorter, students in Laurens County will soon be observing that timeless annual ritual: the first day of school. It’s a time when parents are busy getting…
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Famed author and academic Dr. Temple Grandin to speak at Presbyterian College’s 10th annual Charles Chadwell Special Education Institute
July 26, 2024
One of the country’s most prominent animal behaviorists and champion for autism rights will be the keynote speaker at Presbyterian College’s 10th annual Charles Chadwell Special Education Institute. Author and academic…
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Lander Holds Final Freshman Orientation
July 26, 2024
With classes beginning for the fall semester on August 19, Lander University held its final Freshman Orientation July 23-24. Orientation is required for all new students to ease the transition…
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Lander Cybersecurity Classes to be Offered Online
July 26, 2024
The integration of cyber systems in our daily lives, businesses, and governments has created a significant demand for cyber expertise. Lander’s cybersecurity program prepares students for a career in this…
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Building Dreams: Patrick Finds Success in PTC’s Building Construction Technology Program
July 24, 2024
Kristy Patrick admits she isn’t what people think of as a typical building construction student, but that didn’t stop her from enrolling in Piedmont Technical College’s Building Construction Technology program.…
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GLEAMNS names Jennifer Abercrombie as the new Chief Operations Officer
July 24, 2024
Jennifer Abercrombie is the former Executive Director of the Department of Teaching and Learning for Laurens County School District 55. She has served in other leadership roles including Principal, Assistant…
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Laurens County Educator Kelsey Brown Selected for Prestigious National Teacher Leadership Program
July 23, 2024
Twelve teacher leaders from across the country will join the inaugural class for the NIET Fellows Program. The National Institute for Excellence in Teaching is among the largest trainers of…
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Laurens County School District 55 Rolls Out New Cell Phone Policies for Students
July 23, 2024
The Laurens County School District 55 (LCSD 55) Administration is being proactive with the implementation of school rules on the use of cell phones at schools, following the release of…
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Clinton High Senior Among Recipients of Joye Law Firm Scholarships
July 23, 2024
Joye Law Firm, a leading South Carolina-based personal injury firm, is proud to announce the winners of their 2024 Joye Law Firm scholarship contest. Seven high school seniors were awarded…
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Launch Into College Offers Intensive Courses for Incoming Freshmen
July 22, 2024
Lander University has given almost 60 students the chance to knock out a few classes through an intensive five-week program meant to help with the transition from high school to…
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Laurens County Community to Walk with Student Doctors
July 22, 2024
The community of Laurens County has a unique opportunity to combine health and education this Saturday, July 27, 2024, at 10 AM. Students from VCOM, the Edward Via College of…
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The Laurens Library Goes Wild with Wildlife Geeks of Greenville!
July 22, 2024
The Laurens Library is set to host an exciting and educational event on July 25th, as the Wildlife Geeks of Greenville bring their renowned “Conservation Meets the Classroom” program to…
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Ashley Bragg Named Laurens Elementary School Principal in Laurens County School District 55
July 22, 2024
Laurens County School District 55 (LCSD 55) named Ashley Bragg as the 2024-2025 Laurens Elementary School (LES) Principal. Ashley is the wife of Kevin Bragg. They have 3 boys: Heath,…
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Presbyterian College launches Center for Inquiry, Research, and Scholarship
July 16, 2024
In 11th-century France, famed philosopher and logician Peter Abelard wrote that the first key to wisdom is “constant and frequent questioning … for by doubting we are led to question,…
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529s – Not Just for Four-Year Schools
July 15, 2024
Whether it’s a quiet lane, a winding trail or a busy highway – the roads we travel are as unique and distinct as the people who travel them. The paths…
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Early Takeoff: Glasgow Leverages PTC Dual Enrollment to Achieve Aerospace Dreams
July 14, 2024
A career in aerospace engineering can often mean several years of higher education, but Jeremy Glasgow caught an early flight, so to speak. “I was really interested in cutting down…
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USC ranked one of top patent-producing universities in the world
July 10, 2024
USC is the top patent-producing university in the state and one of the top 50 nationally in the latest National Academy of Inventors report The University of South Carolina system…
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WGU adds AJ Jackson as strategic partnerships manager
July 10, 2024
Education leader to help build partnerships and grow enrollment Online nonprofit Western Governors University (WGU) has announced that Anthony “AJ” Jackson has been named as a strategic partnerships manager. In this role, Jackson…
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Workshops, Demonstrations, Lectures, and Special Exhibits Highlight Local History at the Laurens County Museum
July 10, 2024
This July and August, the Laurens County Museum is featuring a series of events, including a lecture on the Cherokees, activities surrounding the “Historic Quilts of Laurens County” exhibit, a…
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Laurens County Sheriff’s Office to Host Annual Fill the Cruiser School Supply Drive on Friday, July 12
July 10, 2024
The Laurens County Sheriff’s Office (LCSO) is gearing up for its annual “Fill the Cruiser” event, a school supply drive dedicated to supporting local students in need as they prepare…
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Lander Graduate Makes History Seem ‘Sew’ Appealing
July 9, 2024
Last spring, Lander University student Erynn Bailee Price was at the Ninety Six National Historic Site discussing the foundation garments that women in America’s colonial era would have worn. Several…
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SC Department of Education Unveils New Logo
July 9, 2024
The South Carolina Department of Education (SCDE) revealed an updated look Monday morning. The new logo recognizes the agency’s rich history with a fresh, modern design. It features elements that…
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Lander University Announces Faculty Tenure and Promotions
July 9, 2024
On recommendation of the provost and the University Tenure and Promotions Committee, Lander University Dr. President Richard Cosentino announced the decision to promote and/or grant tenure to outstanding members of…
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SC Technical College System leads $12.6 million initiative to transform South Carolina’s Energy workforce
July 8, 2024
The SC Technical College System is proud to announce its leadership role in a groundbreaking $12.6 million initiative, part of the broader $45 million federal investment secured by the SC…
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Kickstart Your Career: Exciting Website Manager & Graphic Designer Role at Presbyterian College
July 8, 2024
Presbyterian College is excited to announce an opening for the position of Website Manager and Graphic Designer. This role is perfect for a recent graduate looking to dive into web…
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Three Laurens County School District 55 Schools Top in State Keyboarding Competition
July 7, 2024
On June 25, 2024, Kevin Combs, Learning.Com South Carolina State Program Manager presented Laurens County School District 55 (LCSD 55) Superintendent Dr. Jody Penland with a banner to recognize LCSD…
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Hometown Heroes Event in Clinton: A Day of Fun and Celebration
July 4, 2024
Mark your calendars for an exciting community event on Saturday, July 13th, as The Clinton Chronicle hosts the “Hometown Heroes” celebration. This family-friendly event, running from 10 AM to 2…
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Bestselling Author Beatriz Williams to Visit Laurens Library
July 4, 2024
The Laurens County Library is thrilled to announce that bestselling author Beatriz Williams will be visiting on July 11 at 1 p.m. Ms. Williams, renowned for her captivating historical novels,…
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USC energy efforts boosted with new federal funding
July 3, 2024
In a new round of funding announced by the U.S. Economic Development Administration, the University of South Carolina will receive $10.2 million for its efforts to advance battery research. New…
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Laurens County School District 55 School Board Approves 2024-25 District and School Administrators
July 1, 2024
Laurens County School District 55 (LCSD 55) School Board held their regularly scheduled monthly meeting on June 24, 2024. The LCSD 55 School Board approved hiring a new assistant principal…
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Owens Finds Her Passion in the Commercial Art Program at PTC
July 1, 2024
Emily Owens, a Piedmont Technical College senior from Greenwood, says she was unaware of all the opportunities at her hometown college. At PTC, she found direction and a major she…
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Davidson Street Baptist Church Gears Up for Road Trippin’ Vacation Bible School 2024
July 1, 2024
Davidson Street Baptist Church in Clinton is excited to announce its upcoming Vacation Bible School (VBS) themed “Road Trippin’ 2024.” This summer event promises a fun and educational experience for…
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Historian Dennis Chastain to Speak at Laurens County Museum on July 11
July 1, 2024
Join us on Thursday, July 11, at 7:00 PM at the Laurens County Museum, located at 116 South Public Square, Laurens, SC, for an insightful lecture on “Cherokees of the…
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From High School to Pharmacy: PTC Student Gets Head-Start Through Dual Enrollment
June 29, 2024
In describing his future, Fernando Reyes talks a lot about passion and drive. It’s one of the reasons he chose Dual Enrollment at Piedmont Technical College. “I wanted to get…
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Free Online Training for Volunteers to Advocate for Abused and Neglected Children in Laurens County
June 29, 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 sessions for those interested in becoming a…
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Lander University Hosts Orientation for Incoming Bearcats
June 26, 2024
Members of Lander University’s class of 2028 are beginning to acquaint themselves with campus and their peers. The University kicked off summer orientation sessions on June 24, welcoming incoming Bearcats…
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Joanna-Woodson Elementary School Recognized as Data Trailblazer by Education Oversight Committee
June 25, 2024
Joanna-Woodson Elementary School in Laurens County School District 56 has been honored as one of the first recipients of the prestigious Data Trailblazer award. The announcement, made by the South…
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Dr. Barbara Beeks joins Presbyterian College as director of Jacobs Scholars Program
June 25, 2024
Dr. Barbara Beeks is the new director of Presbyterian College’s Jacobs Scholars Program. Beeks began June 3 as the leader of PC’s signature program for students affected by foster care…
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Close Harmony, Close Friends: Lander’s New Barbershop Quartet Brings Students Together
June 24, 2024
While they can’t offer an actual shave and a haircut, the BarberCats at Lander University are here to entertain the Lander campus community with their unique sound of four-part barbershop-style…
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Kipper Ackerman ’97 Joins Alma Mater as New Assistant Director of Admission for Fine Arts and Director of Choir at Presbyterian College
June 23, 2024
Presbyterian College alumna Kipper Edens Ackerman ’97 will join her alma mater as its new assistant director of admissions for fine arts and choir director.Ackerman, a seasoned musician and music…
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Defy Gravity at the Laurens Library!
June 22, 2024
The Laurens County Library is thrilled to announce its next Summer Reading program event, set for June 27. This engaging program will feature two special performances by Gravity Check, the…
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“Just Sharing – Building Communities Through Stories of Our Past” at the Laurens County Museum on June 25
June 19, 2024
A panel of scholars and historians will gather with the public on Tuesday, June 25, at the Laurens County Museum, 116 South Public Square, Laurens, SC. “Just Sharing – Building…
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Landscape Architect, Nurseryman, and Historian to Speak on Colonial and Native American Agricultural Practices
June 19, 2024
The Laurens County Museum is set to host an insightful lecture on “Colonial and Native American Agricultural Practices” by renowned landscape architect, nurseryman, and historian, Durant Ashmore. The event will…
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Laurens County’s Graham H. Duncan Named 2024 Recipient of Lander’s Prestigious Alston Award
June 19, 2024
Lander University has selected Graham H. Duncan, whose “dedication to excellence is evident in every aspect of his work,” as the 2024 recipient of the prestigious Mary Frances Poole Alston…
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Dr. David Zinn Receives Lander’s Junior Faculty Teaching Award
June 19, 2024
Dr. David Zinn, assistant professor of sports management, for Lander University’s College of Business, has been awarded the Junior Faculty Teaching Award for the academic year of 2023-2024. “I am…
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Positive Changes in Presbyterian College’s Music Department Embrace Community Engagement
June 19, 2024
One of the many benefits of having a college in your community is the access to rich arts programs available to the public. Presbyterian College (PC) in Clinton, SC, is…
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Power:Ed awards SCICU $50,000 for student completion grants
June 18, 2024
South Carolina Independent Colleges and Universities (SCICU) announced the receipt of a $50,000 grant from Power:Ed, the philanthropy of the S.C. Student Loan Corporation, that will provide completion grants for…
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Lander’s Jason Smith Tandem Jumps with Golden Knights
June 17, 2024
Jason Smith, director of military and veteran services at Lander University, recently participated in the Golden Knights Tandem Jump at Orangeburg Municipal Airport as part of a U.S. Army recruiting…
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GSSM Offers Tuition-Free Virtual Courses to SC High School Students for 2024-2025 School Year
June 15, 2024
The South Carolina Governor’s School for Science and Mathematics (GSSM) has announced an exciting new opportunity for high school students across the state. For the 2024-2025 school year, GSSM will…
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Go Baby Go: PC Occupational Therapy Team Adapts Ride-On Toy Cars to Support Children with Special Needs
June 9, 2024
Together with advisors, members of the community and academic partners, a group of students from the PC OTD program added new switches, seat rests, harnesses and lap belts to help…
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