From the role of women in the Cherokee Nation to the Revolutionary War in the 96 District to an artist who illustrated the main reading textbook  for English speaking countries,…

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The Clinton Police recently announced its inaugural D.A.R.E. Summer Camp, designed exclusively for rising 6th graders in the local community. Scheduled to run from July 8 to July 12, 2024,…

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In an effort to celebrate the vital role of bees in our ecosystem, the Laurens County Public Library is excited to announce a special event titled “Air Bee & Bee.”…

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The annual student and faculty awards ceremony for the College of Arts and Humanities underscored that the “arts and humanities are alive and well at Lander.” Dr. Lucas McMillan, Lander…

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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 Guardian…

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“Remember: nothing is more fashionable than consent!” The final mantra of Lander University’s Denim Day fashion show rang across the plaza on April 17 as both the Lander and Greenwood…

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Lander University’s College of Science and Mathematics held its academic awards ceremony on April 16 at Barratt Hall Auditorium. Twenty-one awards were presented to students for academic achievements by the…

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Are you fascinated by the history of the Revolutionary War era? Do you enjoy immersive experiences that bring the past to life? If so, mark your calendars for the upcoming…

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The Beta Gamma Sigma Honor Society at Lander University recently conducted a successful food drive benefitting the Bear Necessities food pantry. Beta Gamma Sigma is an international business honor society…

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The achievements of many of Lander University’s finest student leaders were recognized during the annual Student Life Awards ceremony Wednesday, April 17, at Finis Horne Arena. The ceremony recognized the…

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University of South Carolina Union will welcome Mrs. Nancy Comer as the commencement speaker for the university’s Commencement Exercises. The ceremony will be held on Saturday, April 27 at 4:00…

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Reducing long-term risks from hazards, including earthquakes, tornadoes, hurricanesand floods which have devastated parts of South Carolina throughout history, is the job of the state’s emergency management mitigation experts. In…

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Piedmont Technical College (PTC) will hold two spring term commencement exercises on Thursday, May 2, 2024, in the James Medford Family Event Center on PTC’s Lex Walters Campus-Greenwood. An 11…

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Lander University’s College of Business celebrated its students and faculty Friday afternoon during the annual awards and recognition ceremony. “This academic year, 1,050 students were enrolled in the Lander College…

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Families are invited to experience a special Story Time at the Clinton Library on April 18th at 4 o’clock, where they can “Move to the Music” with their young ones.…

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As the semester wraps up and graduation nears, Lander University’s seniors gathered Monday evening, April 8, for a senior picnic sponsored by the Alumni Association. The students shared a meal…

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The Laurens County 250 Committee, in collaboration with SC250 and the South Carolina Battleground Preservation Trust, cordially invites the public to a special event aimed at shedding light on the…

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This April, the Laurens Public Library System is excited to announce the return of its popular gardening series, Green Thumbs, with a special focus on “Perennials for the Upstate.” Whether…

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The community is invited to join the Department of Art + Design at Lander University for a reception with student designers featured in the 2024 Senior BDes Exhibition Thursday, April 18 at 5 p.m. The exhibit will be on display beginning Wednesday, April 10,…

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Presbyterian College alumna Wendy Stewart ’93 will return to her alma mater this month as the guest speaker for the annual Robert M. Vance Lecture Series on Business Ethics. Stewart,…

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With a stellar corporate business background that includes national and international product development and consumer insights, Dr. Dianna Akin has long been adept at looking for the “next great thing.”…

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The Laurens County Revolutionary War 250th Sestercentennial Committee, in partnership with the South Carolina 250 Commission and the Laurens County Chamber of Commerce, is excited to announce an essay and…

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Advising is an essential service at Piedmont Technical College (PTC), and continual improvement is a must. There is always a better way to do things, and the PTC Business Division’s…

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The Annual Awareness Month Encourages Everyone to Support Families and Children Thornwell, a nonprofit organization committed to the most innovative and effective solutions to help children and families in need…

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Lisa Toland admits she wasn’t very good when she played the clarinet in her high school band. The alto-voiced go-getter also claims to be on the tone-deaf side, even though…

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Laurens County School District 56 (LCSD56) recently announced its Teacher of the Year for each school for the 2024-2025 academic year. The selection process involved each school nominating candidates, followed…

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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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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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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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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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