The 2023 Founder’s Day of Giving at Lander University, scheduled from noon Feb. 9 through noon Feb. 10, is a 24-hour opportunity to a make a difference in the lives…

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While they may not express it outright or even be cognizant of it, young black boys are constantly looking for acceptance, guidance, and discipline. Those without consistent, positive role models…

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Austin Lathren, a senior political science major from Greenwood, says that the internship he completed during the summer and fall of 2022 with the City of Greenwood confirmed his calling…

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TCS named Gold Middle School of Excellence for Math, and two additional distinctions Thornwell Charter School is proud to be named a Gold Middle School of Excellence in Math by…

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Lander University students returned to campus this week to begin a new semester. For a variety of reasons, they were glad to be back. Like a number of her peers,…

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The founder of one of the largest internet service providers in the United States will deliver Presbyterian College’s 2023 Robert M. Vance Lecture on Business Ethics. Charles Brewer, who started…

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At Piedmont Technical College’s recent fall commencement exercises, outstanding students were honored for academic achievement as County Award Winners. Jeffrey Breazeale was the honoree for Laurens County. He received an…

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The teachers and staff members of Laurens County School District 55 (LCSD 55) gathered at the Laurens District 55 High School (LDHS) Gym on Wednesday, January 4, 2023. Attendees were…

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Dr. Martin Luther King, Jr.’s dream of creating “the beloved community” drives Presbyterian College’s celebration this year to honor King’s incredible legacy. Following this year’s national theme – “It Starts…

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Laurens District 55 High School (LDHS) celebrated the graduating seniors from the Winter Class of 2022 on December 19, in the LDHS Lecture Theatre. Sixty-eight students from LDHS earned twenty-four…

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There is a shortage of certified educators in South Carolina that needs to be addressed, and Laurens County School District 55 (LCSD 55) is taking steps to address the need.…

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Clemson University is nationally known for its football team, Tiger Paw logo and distinctive shade of orange, but when alumni and faculty gather in Las Vegas for the 2023 Consumer…

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Lander University’s College of Education held its pinning ceremony for fall semester graduates on Tuesday, Dec. 13, with 23 undergraduates and two graduate students receiving pins. “The students we recognize…

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A partnership between Lander University and six area businesses and corporations will help employees earn their bachelor’s or master’s degrees through online courses and reduced tuition fees. “Since its inception,…

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Dr. Ameca C. Thomas, Superintendent of Laurens County School District 55 (LCSD 55), has been selected as a 2022 Superintendent to Watch by the National School Public Relations Association (NSPRA).…

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Good things can come in small packages, at least as far as Dr. David Mash is concerned. Mash, Lander University’s associate director of Library Services, recently received a phone call…

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If there was one certainty for the graduates at Lander University’s 166th commencement ceremonies Wednesday (Dec. 14), it was that change is an inevitable part of life – and that…

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The Lander University Board of Trustees voted for the eighth consecutive year to freeze tuition and general fees during their meeting on Tuesday, Dec. 13. The vote was unanimous. Since…

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The Western Piedmont Educational Consortium (WPEC) Academic Challenge Regional Competition was held on Monday, December 5 and Tuesday, December 6. Nine high schools from the WPEC region competed in a…

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What’s the buzz about Project SEARCH?  It’s a life-changing opportunity for young adults with disabilities that is highly supported by Laurens County School District 55 (LCSD 55) stakeholders. Project SEARCH…

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In a called meeting of the Laurens County School District 56 School Board of Trustees on Wednesday evening, the Board approved a recommendation by the administration to amend the ARP/ESSER…

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Among the jingle and mingle of Lander University’s Holiday Tree Lighting were smiles, laughter, holiday fun – as well as a chance to share compassion with those who may not…

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Piedmont Technical College (PTC) will hold two fall commencement exercises on Tuesday, Dec. 13, 2022, in Greenwood. An 11 a.m. ceremony will recognize graduates from our Associate in Arts, Associate…

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Commencement exercises for Lander University’s fall graduating class of 2022 will be held on Wednesday, Dec. 14, in Finis Horne Arena. 10 a.m. ceremony Graduates of the College of Business,…

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Lander University and Self Regional Healthcare have announced the establishment of two new practice-partnerships between the University and the health care provider that will further enhance the educational experience for…

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The Piedmont Technical College (PTC) Horticulture Program’s Annual Poinsettia Sale is planned for Dec. 2-3, 2022. This year, there are nine breathtaking varieties of poinsettia to choose from. All plants…

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In anticipation of our country’s 250th anniversary coming up, the local Sullivan-Dunklin DAR Chapter is sponsoring an essay contest, “What Happened Here During the American Revolution.” The contest is open…

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More than 100 participants from Self Regional, Lander University and the surrounding Greenwood community gathered on the front lawn of what was formerly known as the American Legion Building Tuesday,…

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Students in the Chick-Fil-A Leader Academy are learning from local leaders. Last month, Prisma Health hosted the students and they heard from John Coleman of Laurens County Development Corporation and…

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They used to be quiet places where people tiptoed and whispered or fingered though ancient card catalogs searching for titles amid sprawling book stacks. The emerging 21st century library is…

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From services in the chapel to a sumptuous holiday meal, the Rev. Samuel Lander and his wife, Laura McPherson Lander, established festive traditions to ensure that Thanksgiving was memorable for…

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Laurens County First Steps invites expectant mothers/fathers and young parents (21 years old or younger) to enroll in a no cost, but full of benefits Parents as Teachers – Partnering…

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A state-of-the-art simulation center designed to enhance nursing education at Lander University will be officially dedicated on Tuesday, Nov. 22. The community is invited to a grand opening and sign…

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“Langdon Liberando: An Abbevilian’s Fifty Missions Over Southern Europe,” the third book that Lander University Adjunct Professor of History Dr. Joe Camp has written about local veterans in World War…

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Christina Knight, a longtime instructor of Engineering Design Technology and General Engineering Technology at Piedmont Technical College (PTC), has been named Dean of the college’s Engineering and Industrial Technologies Division.…

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