Laurens County School District 55 Welcomes Commander Kevin Borden as New Senior Instructor of District 55 High School Navy Junior Reserve Officers Training Corps
November 13, 2023
Laurens County School District 55 (LCSD 55) welcomes United States Navy (Retired) Commander Kevin D. Borden as the new Laurens District 55 High School Navy Junior Reserve Officers Training Corps…
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Popular Masters: A Night of Jazz Brilliance with the Presbyterian College Jazz Band
November 13, 2023
Presbyterian College Jazz Band is set to ignite the stage with their upcoming concert, “Popular Masters,” under the expert guidance of Dr. Giovani Briguente, Director of the ensemble. This musical…
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Lander Celebrates Dreams of Scholarship Donors, Students
November 13, 2023
Heartfelt stories of perseverance and resilience were told throughout the 39th annual Eleanor Teal Donor Appreciation and Scholarship Celebration at Lander University. From students describing how scholarships have funded their…
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Veterans Day Personal for Lander Student Hunt
November 12, 2023
When Lander senior nursing major Casey Hunt walks across the stage in May to accept her diploma, she will look much like all the others in this year’s graduating class.…
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Laurens District 55 High School Orchestra to Perform at SC School Board Association Annual Convention
November 8, 2023
Laurens County School District 55 (LCSD 55) proudly announces that Laurens District 55 High School (LDHS) Orchestra will be performing at the South Carolina School Boards Association (SCSBA) 2024 Convention.…
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Redemption: An Unforgettable Musical Journey
November 7, 2023
In an upcoming concert named “Redemption,” the Presbyterian College Wind Ensemble and Chamber Winds, conducted by Dr. Giovani Briguente, will lead the audience on a remarkable musical journey. The concert…
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SC Legal: Overcoming a Criminal Record
November 7, 2023
South Carolina Legal will be at the Laurens Library November 16 at 5 pm to discuss “Overcoming a Criminal Record.” Get in-person advice on how to advocate for fair chances…
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Journey into 19th Century Italian Guitar with Dr. James Buckland
November 6, 2023
Classical music enthusiasts and history lovers don’t miss an extraordinary evening at Presbyterian College on Thursday, November 9th at 7:30 pm. Dr. James Buckland, an internationally renowned guitarist, researcher, and…
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Lander Career Fair Draws Large Crowd
November 4, 2023
Forty-three employers participated in Lander University’s fall career fair, turning the Grier Student Center into a scene of frenzied activity. “We have a wide variety of needs,” said Laura Wood,…
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Laurens County Museum Presents Cherokee Plant Wisdom Lecture
November 4, 2023
Explore the fascinating practices and interplay the Cherokees had with the natural world on November 14 at 7:00 PM, at the Laurens County Museum. Durant Ashmore, landscape designer and nurseryman,…
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Laurens County, the Great War, and Buddy Poppies Lunch and Learn
November 4, 2023
Learn the significance of the blood, sweat, and tears of Laurens County men and women and how they effected the Hindenburg Line and the outcome of World War I. Attend…
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Brian Purcell Announces Retirement from Coaching After 35 Years of Service to PC
November 2, 2023
The longest-tenured head coach in the history of the Big South and the lone head coach of the Presbyterian College women’s soccer team since its inception in 1989, Brian Purcell…
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PC to Celebrate National First-Gen College Celebration with Weeklong Slate of Events
November 1, 2023
Presbyterian College is putting out the call to celebrate its community of first-generation college students with a full week of events, workshops, and programs, Nov. 4-11. Nationally, the First-Generation College…
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Lander’s Brittany Cuenin to Give Lecture on History of Fairy Tales
November 1, 2023
The community is invited to join Lander University and the Arts Center of Greenwood for the third installment of the 2023-24 Community Lecture Series on Wednesday, Nov. 15, at the…
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Explore the World of Education at Laurens Academy’s Open House
November 1, 2023
Laurens Academy invites you to step into the world of learning and growth through a college preparatory curriculum at the upcoming Open House event on Monday, November 6th, from 6:00…
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Revolutionary Times Market and Fair on Nov. 18 Offers Colonial-themed Experience
October 31, 2023
As part of the upcoming America250 celebration in 2026, the Issaqueena Chapter, NSDAR will hold a Revolutionary Times Market and Fair on Saturday, Nov. 18, from 10 a.m. to 4…
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Injured Firefighter Finds New Career in Horticulture at PT
October 31, 2023
A firefighter’s air supply is of vital importance, and Emily Galloway’s was running very low. Adding to that, she was trapped, wedged in by heavy steel and unable to move.…
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Laurens Elementary School Student Makes a Perfect Score on South Carolina Math Assessment
October 30, 2023
Laurens County School District 55 (LCSD 55) Superintendent Dr. Ameca C. Thomas was proud to recognize Wyatt Elijah Gambill at the October 2023 LCSD 55 School Board Meeting. Dr. Thomas…
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Lander Medically Speaking Lecture Examines Plastic Surgery
October 27, 2023
“Taking Plastic, Cosmetic, and Reconstructive Surgery to the Next Level” is the topic of a community program at Lander University on October 24. Sponsored by Lander, the Greenwood Chamber of…
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Lander in Good Hands with Haigler
October 26, 2023
Lander University’s enrollment is at an all-time high, with more than 4,300 students, and the work put in by Senior Admissions Counselor Taylor Haigler is one of the reasons why.…
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PSTA Statement on school financial dashboard
October 26, 2023
Palmetto State Teachers Association released the school financial dashboard developed by the state’s Office of Revenue and Fiscal Affairs. Increased transparency for education funding has been a key element of…
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Laurens District 55 High School Agriculture Students Win Big at the 2023 South Carolina State Fair Competition
October 25, 2023
The Laurens District 55 High School (LDHS) Agriculture students received an extra warm welcome from LDHS administrators, teachers, staff members, and students on Wednesday, October 18, 2023. The LDHS Agriculture…
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Gov. Henry McMaster Announces Launch of Education Funding Dashboard
October 25, 2023
Education Dashboard Provides Public Easy Access to School Districts Budgets, Increasing Transparency and Accountability Governor Henry McMaster today was joined by the S.C. Revenue and Fiscal Affairs Office (RFA) and…
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PTC Honors Program Inducts 10 Students
October 24, 2023
Piedmont Technical College (PTC) inducted 10 students into its newly restored Honors Program at a special ceremony in August. The new inductees are: Etana Baker of Hodges, Emily Galloway of…
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Celebrating Native American Traditions Continues
October 24, 2023
Once again all eyes will be on the artists preserving the skills, art, and traditions of their ancestors at the second day of “Celebrating Native American Traditions Past and Present”…
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Presbyterian College elebrates a True Blue Homecoming
October 24, 2023
Presbyterian College warmly welcomed alumni back to campus this Homecoming Weekend to recognize and celebrate their accomplishments on and off campus. Three events in particular were all about former Blue…
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SC Governor’s School for the Arts and Humanities now accepting applications for 2024-2025
October 24, 2023
The SC Governor’s School for the Arts and Humanities, a public, residential high school for artistically talented students, is now accepting applications for the 2024-2025 school year and summer programs.…
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South Carolina health programs launch 5210 SC campaign
October 23, 2023
The new statewide campaign is designed to encourage children to level-up their health. The University of South Carolina’s Arnold School of Public Health, in partnership with the State Nutrition Action…
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Breaking the Silence: Students Unite for Domestic Violence Awareness
October 21, 2023
Lander University recognized the impact of domestic and dating violence during October’s observance of Domestic Violence Awareness Month. During a two-day awareness campaign, students left symbols and messages of hope…
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Lecture Series Focuses on North Korea
October 21, 2023
Kim Jong Un, the supreme leader of North Korea, is a “dictator” with “no moral scruples,” willing to “do whatever it takes to stay in power,” according to Lander University…
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Lander University to Host Artist Logan Woodle
October 21, 2023
The community is invited to join the Department of Art + Design for a reception and conversation with artist Logan Woodle Thursday, Nov. 9at 5 p.m. Woodle’s latest exhibit, “Uproot,”…
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Piedmont Technical College Hosts Engineering Students from Italy
October 21, 2023
They traveled 4,657 miles to access high-technology educational resources that residents of the Lakelands have right at their fingertips. For the second time in five years, a school in Bergamo,…
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Recruiters Meet at Lander in Search of Educators as Teacher Shortage Looms
October 20, 2023
As most of the nation deals with a teacher shortage, Lander University held one of its largest teacher recruitment fairs in recent years. Representatives from 55 school districts in South…
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Academic Readiness & Early Childhood Development
October 20, 2023
Laurens County First Steps will be hosting an interactive informational session on Academic Readiness & Early Childhood Development. We sincerely hope that you will join us! Even though the world…
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200 Walk Stage at PTC Summer Graduations
October 18, 2023
Approximately 200 students received degrees during two commencement ceremonies in August at Piedmont Technical College. Surgical Technology major Isabelle Casey was the student speaker for the morning ceremony, and Administrative…
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SCDOR named 2023 PEBA Partners Award overall award winner
October 17, 2023
The South Carolina Department of Revenue (SCDOR) has been named the 2023 overall winner of the PEBA Partners Award, an honor bestowed by the South Carolina Public Employee Benefit Authority…
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Celebrating Native American Traditions Past and Present: A Cultural Journey
October 15, 2023
In an effort to honor and celebrate the rich tapestry of Native American traditions, the Laurens County Museum is proud to present the “Celebrating Native American Traditions Past and Present”…
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Join Our Cause: Laurens County GAL Program Offers Free Online Training for Volunteer Advocates to Support Abused and Neglected Children
October 12, 2023
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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‘Live Like Grey’ Golf Tourney Garners $10,000 for PTC Scholarship
October 11, 2023
Family and friends remember Grey Hamlett for his gentle spirit and abundant love of life. They wanted to pay forward that spirit and joie de vivre by establishing a foundation…
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Lander Writers Series to Feature Alumnus Robert Maynor
October 10, 2023
The community is invited to join the Department of English and Foreign Languages for the annual Lander Writers Series featuring author and Lander alumnus Robert Maynor. The event will take…
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Lander University Involved in Revolutionary War Exhibit
October 10, 2023
Dr. Franklin Rausch, professor of history at Lander University (center), along with students Erynn Price (left) and Laila Gore, play important roles during the Oct. 6 opening reception of the…
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Laurens County School District 55 2022-2023 School Report Card Data Released
October 10, 2023
The South Carolina Department of Education (SCDE) and the South Carolina Education Oversight Committee (EOC) released the 2022-2023 School Report Card Data on October 10, 2023. Each year around this…
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District 56 Celebrates Strong State Report Card Ratings for 2022-2023 Academic Year
October 10, 2023
District 56 is delighted to share the outstanding results from the 2022-2023 State Report Cards, showcasing the overall ratings of our schools for the academic year. The report cards reflect…
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Stand By Your Pan: Upstate Fire Department’s Hilarious Approach to Fire Safety
October 10, 2023
In a bid to grab the public’s attention during National Fire Prevention Week, the Greenville Fire Department of South Carolina has taken a unique and amusing approach to convey a…
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Exploring the Historical Path to the US Constitution and the Information Age: A Lecture by Tim Lord at Laurens County Museum
October 8, 2023
The Revolutionary War Lecture Series at the Laurens County Museum is set to delve into a fascinating exploration of the historical path leading to the creation of the US Constitution…
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Laurens County First Steps Hosts Interactive Session on Academic Readiness and Early Childhood Development
October 8, 2023
Laurens County First Steps, a local nonprofit dedicated to supporting early childhood development, is excited to announce an engaging and informative session on Academic Readiness & Early Childhood Development. The…
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South Carolina Department of Education Superintendent Weaver Visits Waterloo Elementary School
October 4, 2023
As first reported on the Buzz, South Carolina Superintendent Ellen Weaver recently visited Laurens County to speak to a joint meeting of the Laurens and Clinton Rotary Clubs and then…
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Jeff Smith ’92 joins PC as Alumni Engagement Coordinator
October 3, 2023
Presbyterian College alumnus Jeff Smith ’92 has returned to his alma mater as the new alumni engagement coordinator. Smith, who previously served in PC’s Office of Advancement as a major…
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Rotary Clubs of Laurens and Clinton Host SC Superintendent of Education Ellen Weaver
October 2, 2023
The Rotary Clubs of Laurens and Clinton recently came together to extend a warm welcome to a distinguished guest, South Carolina Department of Education State Superintendent Ellen Weaver. Senator Danny…
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‘Medically Speaking’ Program Continues at Lander
October 2, 2023
People living in 60 other countries have longer lifespans than people in the United States. “That’s terrible,” said cardiothoracic surgeon Dr. Brian Goodman, who spoke at Lander University on Tuesday,…
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