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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Barrett Moody ’25 Brings Service Entrepreneurship Learning to Life with City Mural Installation
August 5, 2024
When Barrett Moody ‘25 chose to attend Presbyterian College, she could sense that there was something beyond a college degree waiting for her.Now a rising senior, that ‘something’ has come…
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Yates Named Dean of Lander’s College of Science and Mathematics
July 31, 2024
Dr. Jennifer Yates has been named the dean of Lander University’s College of Science and Mathematics. Yates, who had been serving as the interim dean of the college, assumed the…
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New Partnership with University of Mount Olive Benefits PTC Graduates
July 31, 2024
Piedmont Technical College (PTC) has entered into a strategic partnership with the University of Mount Olive (UMO) through the UMO Promise program, offering significant educational advancement opportunities for PTC students.…
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A Gathering of Quilters Day at the Laurens County Museum on August 17
July 31, 2024
Quilting enthusiasts are invited to join the Laurens County Museum for a day filled with fun, food, and camaraderie at the “Gathering of Quilters Day” on Saturday, August 17, from…
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Commemorating Bravery: 244th Anniversary Celebration of Patriot Victory at Musgrove’s Mill
July 31, 2024
The 244th Anniversary Celebration of the Patriot Victory at Musgrove’s Mill is set to take place on Saturday, August 17, at 10:00 a.m. at Musgrove Mill State Park. This event,…
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Presbyterian College Mourns the Loss of Music Professor Dr. Christian Elser
July 31, 2024
As the Presbyterian College community grapples with the sudden loss of music professor Dr. Christian Elser, colleagues and friends remember not only a passionate voice performer with a booming baritone…
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GLEAMNS to Host Back to School Bash on August 1st
July 29, 2024
GLEAMNS Human Resources Commission, Inc. invites families and community members to its Back to School Bash, taking place on August 1, 2024, from 3:00 PM to 5:00 PM at all…
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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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