Mr. Lander 2024 Crowned
March 27, 2024
Fort Mill native Dillon Hassing, a junior computer information systems major, claimed the title of Mr. Lander 2024 at the recent Mr. Lander Pageant. Held on March 23, the event…
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Clinton High School Winter Guard Takes Second Place at CWEA Competition
March 27, 2024
In a display of talent and dedication, the Clinton High School Winter Guard clinched second place at the Carolina Winter Ensemble Association (CWEA) competition on Saturday, March 23, held at…
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Lander University and Old Main Singers to Hold Spring Concert, Bidding Farewell to Long-time Director
March 27, 2024
The community is invited to join the Lander University Department of Music for an evening with Lander’s two choral ensembles. The University Singers and Old Main Singers will host a joint performance Sunday, April 14, at 4 p.m.…
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Witness the Celestial Spectacle: Solar Eclipse Party at Laurens Library
March 27, 2024
The Laurens Library invites you to a Solar Eclipse Party on April 8th, at 1 pm. This gathering promises an afternoon filled with out-of-this-world activities and games, culminating in the…
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Upstate of South Carolina Prepares for Solar Eclipse: Safety Measures and School Closures
March 27, 2024
The Upstate of South Carolina is gearing up for the next solar eclipse, slated for Monday, April 8, 2024. This natural phenomenon occurs when the moon passes between the sun…
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Coach Alaura Sharp Sparks Inspiration at Clinton Middle School
March 26, 2024
Fresh from guiding her team through an exhilarating NCAA Tournament run, Coach Alaura Sharp of Presbyterian College Women’s Basketball recently brought her winning mindset to Clinton Middle School. In a…
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Laurens County School District 55 School Board Approves 2024-25 School Administrators at Four Schools
March 26, 2024
Laurens County School District 55 (LCSD 55) School Board held their regularly scheduled monthly meeting on March 25, 2024. The LCSD 55 School Board went on an Executive Session to…
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Lander Receives Funding for Nursing Technology Upgrades
March 26, 2024
Lander University has been awarded federal funding to help improve health care in the state. A total of $2.4 million has beenallocated to Lander’s School of Nursing to enhance facilities…
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Agreement with Coker University Benefits PTC Business Graduates
March 26, 2024
Thanks to a new partnership, students who earn an associate in applied science degree in business from Piedmont Technical College (PTC) can now transfer seamlessly to Coker University to earn…
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Discover the StoryWalk® Trail: Books & Blankets Event
March 24, 2024
The Joe R. Adair Outdoor Education Center, The Laurens County Literacy Association and Laurens County First Steps will celebrate the grand opening of the first Laurens County First Steps StoryWalk®…
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Laurens City Fire Gauging Interest for Teen First Responder Camp
March 22, 2024
The Laurens City Fire Department is on a mission to give back to the community while educating its youth. They’re interested in offering a free week-long camp for teens aged…
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Lander University Hosts Graduate Fair Ahead of Spring Commencement
March 22, 2024
The Graduate Fair at Lander University offers students more than just an opportunity to pick up their caps and gowns ahead of the Spring 2024 Commencement Ceremony, scheduled for May…
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PTC Foundation Director Exemplifies Goal of Technical College Mission
March 21, 2024
Fran Wiley, the Piedmont Technical College Foundation’s associate vice president for development, is a living, breathing example of the best that our technical college system produces. A PTC alumna from…
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Lander Ring Ceremony recognizes collegiate milestone
March 20, 2024
Class rings represent achievement and the pride a person has in the institution of their academic career. To recognize the importance of its future alumni, Lander University held its fourth…
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Visions Unveiled’ highlights art of Lander’s MAT students
March 19, 2024
“Visions Unveiled,” the third exhibit of artwork created by students enrolled in Lander University’s Master of Arts in Teaching (MAT) program, recently made its debut at the University’s art gallery.…
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Lander’s Mentley to Discuss History of Pilgrimage in Community Lecture
March 13, 2024
The community is invited to join Lander University and the Arts Center of Greenwood for the sixth and last installment of the 2023-24 Community Lecture Series Tuesday, April 2, at…
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Award-Winning MODELS Academy: Transforming the lives of African American men
March 13, 2024
MODELS Academy at Piedmont Technical College (PTC) has been chosen as this year’s recipient of the SC Technical College System’s highly esteemed A. Wade Martin Innovation Team of the Year…
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Unconditional Warfare in the American Revolution
March 13, 2024
The Laurens County Museum Revolutionary War Lecture Series continues! Dr. Erick Nason, retired Army Special Forces Noncommissioned Officer and military historian, will speak at the Laurens County Museum on Thursday…
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Launch of Superintendent Search for District 55: Stakeholder Input Sessions Announced
March 12, 2024
The search for a new superintendent for Laurens County School District 55 (LCSD55) has officially commenced, spearheaded by the South Carolina School Board Association (SCSBA). To ensure a comprehensive and…
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From TV Reporters to Disney Entertainers, Lander Alumni Inspire Future Communicators
March 10, 2024
What do two television reporters, a popular radio host, a marketing executive and a Disney World entertainer have in common? They are graduates of Lander University’s popular Mass Communications Program,…
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Celebrating Native American Traditions Past and Present Arts Programs at the Laurens County Museum on March 16
March 10, 2024
Demonstrations of Native American arts including traditional instruments, basketry, music, songs, storytelling, and the Cherokee language will highlight the day at the Laurens County Museum on Saturday, March 16, 10:00…
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Langston Baptist Church Hosts Symposium on the Age-Old Question –
March 7, 2024
Langston Baptist Church is gearing up to host a thought-provoking symposium that delves into one of the most perplexing questions: “If God is good, why is there evil?” Scheduled for…
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Clinton High School and Clinton Middle School Science Olympiad Teams Clinch State Victory AGAIN!
March 6, 2024
The Clinton Middle School (CHS) and Clinton High School (CMS) Science Olympiad teams have once again demonstrated their prowess, securing their 22nd and 13th wins respectively. The journey that began…
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Celebrating Native American Traditions Past and Present Arts Programs at the Laurens County Museum
March 6, 2024
Demonstrations of Native American arts including traditional instruments, basketry, music, songs, storytelling, and the Cherokee language will highlight the day at the Laurens County Museum on Saturday, March 16, 10:00…
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Presbyterian College School of Pharmacy Student Places in Top Tier of National Competition
March 5, 2024
A second-year student at the Presbyterian College School of Pharmacy aims to become the country’s best in a national competition for patient counseling. Makenzie Chapman, a P2 from Aiken, recently…
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PTC celebrates its SCTEA Educators of the Year
March 5, 2024
The South Carolina Technical Education Association (SCTEA) honored three outstanding educators from Piedmont Technical College (PTC) at its recent annual conference in Myrtle Beach. Recognized along with colleagues from sister…
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Carolina Panthers and South Carolina Department of Education to Celebrate Eastside Elementary’s Academic Triumphs
March 5, 2024
A very exciting event is set to unfold on March 7th at 11:00 am, and the Clinton High School Gym will be the location of the excitement as the Carolina…
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Two schools in District 56 recognized as a “U.S. News Best Schools”
March 4, 2024
Laurens District 56 celebrated the release of two schools in the district being named as a U.S. News Best School—Clinton Elementary School and Clinton Middle School. This means that both…
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Surf’s Up with School Breakfast in Laurens School District 55
March 4, 2024
National School Breakfast Week Campaign Encourages Students to Try School Breakfast To encourage more families to take advantage of the healthy choices available with school breakfast, Laurens County School District…
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PC Grads Named Amongst Greenville’s Most Influential
March 3, 2024
Multiple PC Alums have been named to the “Greenville’s 50 Most Influential” list in recent years, their work and service having a direct impact on the continuous transformation of the…
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Acclaimed Poet and Teaching Artist, Glenis Redmond, to Grace Laurens Library
March 3, 2024
Laurens County Public Library is pleased to welcome Glenis Redmond, an acclaimed poet and teaching artist, on March 7th at 5pm. As the first Poet Laureate of Greenville County and…
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Laurens County School District 56 Unveils New Conference Center
March 2, 2024
Last week, Laurens County School District 56 (LCSD56) officially opened its new conference center, located in the renovated American Legion Building. The inaugural meeting to be held in the space…
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Casting Adventures: The South Carolina 4-H Fishing Project
March 2, 2024
The South Carolina 4-H Fishing Project invites youth aged 5-18 to embark on a journey into the world of fishing. This initiative provides an opportunity to enjoy the great outdoors…
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Spring Fling for Evergreen: Market Day Extravaganza by PC Occupational Therapy Doctoral Program
March 2, 2024
On April 12, 2024, the Presbyterian College Occupational Therapy Doctoral Program is set to bring a burst of Spring cheer to Clinton, in collaboration with Evergreen participants from Laurens County…
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Substitute Teacher Laurens County School District 55
March 1, 2024
An ESS substitute teacher assists with classroom instruction in the absence of a regular teacher. This person follows and teaches lesson plans, aids students in understanding subject matter, and ensures…
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VisionGreenwood donates $15K to PTC’s MODELS Academy
March 1, 2024
Business leaders representing VisionGreenwood visited Piedmont Technical College’s Lex Walters Campus-Greenwood on Jan. 23, 2024, to present a donation of $15,000 to the college’s special initiative, MODELS Academy. MODELS is…
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March Yard and Garden Tips
March 1, 2024
March Yard and Garden Tips Watch out for: Lawns • White grubs – March begins the cycle of treatment for grub problems in your lawn. The bacteria Bacillus thuringiensis (Dipel,…
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Thornwell Staff Members Acknowledged Statewide for Excellent Service to Children and Families
March 1, 2024
Palmetto Association for Children and Families recognizes Lindy Scott and Kari Furman Thornwell, a nonprofit organization committed to the most innovative and effective solutions to help children and families in…
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Lander Students Learn from Leading Expert on How to Develop Career Potential
February 27, 2024
When students from Lander University had the opportunity to hear from a guest speaker, they were not just passing time between classes. Instead, they were engaging with a New York…
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Dr. Nancy D. Tolson will speak to the Friends of the Laurens County Library.
February 27, 2024
The presentation, entitled “The Importance of Diverse Children’s Literature,” will be held at the Laurens Library, 1017 West Main Street, Laurens on March 3, 2024 at 2:00 pm. This program…
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Presbyterian College president Dr. Anita Gustafson to deliver Women’s History Month lecture on March 6
February 27, 2024
Presbyterian College president Dr. Anita Gustafson will discuss the transformative victories that women have made in higher education during the Women’s History Month lecture, “Boisterous and Bold: Women in Higher Education.”…
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Schools Partner for Community Event
February 26, 2024
With a focus on providing a community event to foster positive relationships and provide an enjoyable evening, E.B. Morse Elementary School and Sanders Middle School partnered to sponsor a National…
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Clinton High School Band Students Excel at Region Band Clinic
February 26, 2024
Five Clinton High School band students—Augustus Lanford, Morgan Chaplin, and Richard Santiago, from the Clinton High, and Allie Wages, and Kalleigh Watson, two eighth graders at Clinton Middle School—recently showcased…
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Harriett Tubman’s Legacy Perseveres at Piedmont Technical College
February 25, 2024
Dr. Matteel Knowles, a former Piedmont Technical College (PTC) admissions director, current vice president for student services at Greenville Technical College, and celebrated motivational speaker, gave a presentation on the…
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Join the Lander Department of Music for Annual Collage Concert
February 25, 2024
The community is invited to join the Lander University Department of Music for its annual Collage Concert Thursday, March 19, in the Josephine B. Abney Cultural Center Auditorium at Lander.…
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Music for Meals on March 9 benefits Lander’s Food Pantry
February 25, 2024
The third Music for Meals, featuring an evening of music and “all you can eat” barbecue and oysters, on Saturday, March 9, will benefit Lander University’s Bear Necessities Food Pantry.…
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Lander University, Florence-Darlington Technical College Sign Transfer Partnership for Early Childhood Education Majors
February 23, 2024
In recognition of the state’s high demand for more qualified K-12 teachers, Lander University and Florence-Darlington Technical College (FDTC) have formed a partnership to enhance the transfer of students from…
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Assistant Director for Academic Support
February 22, 2024
Assistant Director for Academic Support University of South Carolina Upstate STA00145PO24 Spartanburg, SC The Assistant Director for Academic Support will manage and direct multiple programs and initiatives to support students’…
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Presbyterian College: 36th Annual Piano Clinic Featuring Dr. Wendy Freeland
February 21, 2024
Presbyterian College’s Department of Music is thrilled to present the 36th Annual Piano Clinic, featuring the esteemed Dr. Wendy Freeland. The event is scheduled for February 23rd at 7:30 PM…
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PTC Facilities Director Enthused About College’s Master Plan
February 21, 2024
When Fujifilm in Greenwood began downsizing in 2021, Wayne Shirley faced the loss of a workplace everyone dreams about. He had spent more than three decades with the company, was…
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