Yates to lead faculty development efforts at Lander University
August 25, 2021
Lander University has named Dr. Jennifer Yates as assistant provost of Faculty Development, Teaching and Learning, according to Dr. Scott Jones, provost and executive vice president for Academic Affairs at…
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PC SCHOOL OF PHARMACY WELCOMES CLASS OF 2025 WITH ANNUAL WHITE COAT CEREMONY
August 24, 2021
The Presbyterian College School of Pharmacy’s newest students were welcomed into the College community Aug. 20 at the school’s annual White Coat Ceremony in Belk Auditorium. The P1s of the…
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Move-In Day at Lander University brings nearly 1,800 students to residence halls
August 24, 2021
Moving Jade Kinseth into Lander University’s New Hall was no small feat. The 18-year-old freshman from Powdersville arrived and quickly filled three luggage carts and two elevators with her belongings.…
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Registration Deadline for the Laurens County Youth Livestock Show is Sept. 24th
August 24, 2021
There is only ONE month left to register for the Laurens County Youth Livestock Show. The Laurens County Youth Show is a three-day event consisting of art, beef cattle, dog,…
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Lander remembers faculty and staff with Employee Remembrance Garden
August 23, 2021
“I immediately knew when I started working at Lander that this was much more than a job,” said Anissa Lawrence, chair of Lander University’s Staff Senate, to a crowd of…
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PC Block Party and Welcome Event this Thursday
August 22, 2021
The City of Clinton, Mainstreet Clinton and many local businesses will roll out the red carpet to welcome PC students back to town. The event is scheduled for August 26th…
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PC School of Pharmacy Welcomes Class of 2025
August 22, 2021
On Friday, August 20th, Presbyterian College School of Pharmacy welcomed the newest class of pharmacy students with the traditional White Coat Ceremony. Click on the pictures below (photo and video…
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Attorney General Wilson files suit against City of Columbia for violating state law with school mask mandate
August 19, 2021
(COLUMBIA, S.C.) – South Carolina Attorney General Alan Wilson filed suit today with the South Carolina Supreme Court asking it to declare the City of Columbia’s school mask mandate void…
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Laurens County School District 55 Board of Trustees Meeting August 23, 2021
August 19, 2021
Laurens County School Board 55 Board of Trustees will meet for their August meeting on Monday, August 23rd. The meeting will be held at the District Administrative Office in the…
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Sanders Middle School Welcomes LDHS Alum
August 18, 2021
Mary Katherine Black has been selected as assistant principal for Sanders Middle School in Laurens County School District 55 (LCSD 55). Following the announcement, the 2013 graduate of Laurens District…
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McMillan-Bennon Focused on Academic Recovery
August 18, 2021
Laurens County School District 55 (LCSD 55) has announced Kathy McMillan-Bennon as Director of Academic Interventions. McMillan-Bennon is transitioning to the new role from her post as assistant principal at…
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LCSD 56 First Day of School Photo Gallery
August 18, 2021
Everyone loves the first day of school pictures as they scroll through Facebook. By all accounts it was a great first day of school in Laurens County School District 56.…
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Partnership Between PTC and Lander Enhances Transfer of Business Graduates
August 18, 2021
The presidents of Piedmont Technical College (PTC) and Lander University today signed a series of articulation agreements that will enhance the transfer process for qualified PTC graduates from PTC to…
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“Shots Fired in the Backcountry” Next Up in Series of History Lectures
August 16, 2021
The Revolutionary War in the SC Backcountry by Durant Ashmore “Shots Fired in the Backcountry” is the next in a series of lectures hosted by the Laurens County Museum. This…
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Laurens High 4-H’ers take top honors at National WHEP Contest
August 16, 2021
Showing up at school on Saturday and Sunday isn’t most young people’s idea of a good time, but a group of South Carolina high school students turned it into a…
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Ready, Set, Go! Blue Hose Students Arriving on Campus this Week!
August 16, 2021
PC community ready for students’ fall semester arrival Presbyterian College students will be back on campus this week for an eagerly-awaited beginning to the 2021-22 academic year. Welcome Week at…
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Measuring a Lifetime of Achievement: Earlier This Year, A Community Bid Farewell to Dr. L. Ray Brooks
August 16, 2021
From a rough floor plan originally sketched on a 12-inch-by-12-inch piece of cardboard to 6,480,000 inches of steel, concrete, and glass structure housing state-of-the-art equipment used in advanced manufacturing, the…
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Lander University hosts Transfer Summit in partnership with the S.C. Technical College System
August 15, 2021
Lander University recently hosted its Transfer Summit in partnership with the South Carolina Technical College System (SCTCS) on August 2. “This summit is an opportunity for all our statewide partners…
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Lander University receives funding for new campus maintenance, renovation projects
August 13, 2021
Lander University will soon undergo several campus renovation projects, thanks to funding provided by the South Carolina General Assembly in the passing of the state budget for fiscal year 2021-22.…
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United Way of Laurens County Second Annual Book Bag Giveaway
August 9, 2021
United Way of Laurens County will hold their second annual book bag giveaway on Tuesday, August 10th at 11:00 am at the United Way of Laurens office (16 Peachtree Street,…
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LCSD 55 Seeks Stakeholder Input on Use of ESSER III Funding
August 9, 2021
The American Rescue Plan (ARP) Act was signed into law on March 11, 2021, resulting in the US Department of Education providing additional monies for the Elementary and Secondary School…
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Laurens County School District No. 55
August 9, 2021
Laurens County School District No. 55 (LCSD 55) is a public school district serving students in 3K through 12th grade.
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The PC Block Party and Student Welcome Event is Back
August 9, 2021
The City of Clinton, Mainstreet Clinton and many local businesses will roll out the red carpet to welcome PC students back to town. The event is scheduled for August 26th…
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Dr. Hope Rivers’ First Months as PTC President Are a ‘Slam Dunk’
August 6, 2021
Ever since arriving on campus in January, the new president of Piedmont Technical College (PTC) has been in constant motion, diligently studying the college’s existing playbook and gradually adding some…
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F1RST in Line With PC’S Goal of Supporting First-Generation Students
August 6, 2021
When Presbyterian College’s-first generation students feel like they are behind in any way, a new student-led organization inspires them to be in F1RST. F1RST, a registered student organization established in…
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LCSD 56 Summer Reading Olympic Camp Winners Announced
August 4, 2021
Summer reading is always emphasized and encouraged for students and Laurens County School District 56 makes summer reading fun. In keeping with the summer Olympics, the theme of this year’s…
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Thornwell’s 9th President, Rev. Elliot Smith Retires
August 3, 2021
Thornwell’s 9th President, Rev. Elliot Smith is scheduled to retire on Friday, August 6th. In his ten years serving as president, Smith’s humble leadership is credited for Thornwell’s growth in…
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Clinton’s Bill Tiller to Lead Newberry College’s Athletics Development
August 3, 2021
Newberry College has appointed William “Bill” Tiller as director of development for athletics. In his new role, Tiller will work to bolster support for Wolves athletics. The Clinton native comes…
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LCSO School Supply Drive this Friday
August 3, 2021
And just like that it’s time to get the kids ready to go back to school. The Laurens County Sheriff’s Office is helping out with their annual School Supply Drive will…
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Meet the New Principal at Sanders Middle School
August 3, 2021
The public is invited to join the Sanders Middle School Administration Team at a Meet the Principal event Saturday, August 7, 2021, from 10-11:30 am. The event will be held…
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University of South Carolina Mask Mandate Deemed to be in Violation of State Law
August 3, 2021
Representative Stewart Jones (SC House District 14) authored and passed two provisos (117.190 and 1.108) in the FY21-22 budget that ensured mask mandates and vaccine passports could not be forced in…
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LCSD 55 New Student School Registration in Full Swing
August 2, 2021
Where did the summer go? With the first day of school just around the corner (August 17th), parents preparing to send new students to LCSD 55 for the 2021-2022 school…
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LCSD 55 Drive Thru Supply Pick Up Scheduled for Tuesday, August 3rd
August 2, 2021
The Laurens County School District 55 Back to School Drive Thru Supply Pick Up is scheduled for Tuesday, August 3rd. Basic school supplies and back packs will be available for…
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S.C. Department of Education Announces $14.7 Million Investment to Expand Early Childhood Education Initiatives
July 29, 2021
State Superintendent of Education Molly Spearman announced the funding of several early childhood education and parenting support initiatives as part of South Carolina’s response to the impact of COVID-19 on…
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First Presbyterian Clinton Weekday Preschool seeking lead teacher for the two-year-old class.
July 29, 2021
FIRST PRESBYTERIAN WEEKDAY PRESCHOOL is now accepting applications for a Lead Teacher (2-year-old) and a teacher assistant for the 2021-2022 school year. Applications can be picked up at the church…
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Piedmont Technical College Schedules ‘Instant Admission’ Event for August 3
July 28, 2021
Piedmont Technical College (PTC) will hold an “Instant Admission Day” for the fall semester Tuesday, Aug. 3, 2021, at the Lex Walters Campus-Greenwood Enrollment Center. Participants can get accepted on…
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SC Department of Education Statement on New CDC Recommendations
July 27, 2021
Breaking News from the SC Department of Education (7/27/2021): Today, the CDC announced that they are recommending universal indoor masking for all teachers, staff, students, and visitors to K-12 schools,…
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PTC is Ready When Technology Changes on the Fly
July 26, 2021
One compelling result of a year punctuated by telecommuting and online meetings has been a heightened corporate awareness of the need to protect information systems from cyberattack. The demand for…
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Laurens District 55 Announces Schedule Pick Up
July 25, 2021
Laurens District 55 High School has announced the following dates for schedule pick up: Schedule pick up for seniors, juniors and sophomores will take place July 26 and 27…
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PL Developments Team from Clinton Completes Supply Chain Logistics Certification
July 24, 2021
Members of the PL Developments Warehouse and Logistics team recently completed the SC Supply Chain Logistics Certification Course at Piedmont Technical College’s Economic Development and Continuing Education Division. The 10-week…
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‘Jim’ Lander Honored with New Scholarship at Lander University
July 24, 2021
Descendants of Rev. Samuel Lander, the founder of Lander University, have created a scholarship honoring his great-grandson, former South Carolina statesman, comptroller general and Lander University alumnus James Lander, who…
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Gov. Henry McMaster Signs the Student Identification Card Suicide Prevention Act Into Law
July 22, 2021
COLUMBIA, S.C. – Governor Henry McMaster was joined today by Lieutenant Governor Pamela S. Evette, members of the General Assembly, and state leaders for a ceremonial bill signing of S.231, the Student Identification…
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“Prelude to War” Next in Series of Revolutionary War Lectures Hosted by the Laurens County Museum
July 22, 2021
“Prelude to War” The Laurens County Museum Revolutionary War Lecture Series continues with “Prelude to War” on Tuesday, August 3, 2021, 7:00 pm, at the Witherspoon Building, 116 South Public…
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Governor’s School for Science + Mathematics Foundation Announces New Board Members and Officers
July 22, 2021
Columbia, SC ─ The South Carolina Governor’s School for Science + Mathematics (GSSM) Foundation is pleased to welcome two new members to its Board of Directors. Becky Askins is the…
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Lander University receives funding to construct new nursing building on campus
July 19, 2021
When the South Carolina General Assembly finalized its budget for the 2021-22 fiscal year, it included a record amount of new funding for Lander University. The state legislature has appropriated…
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The Sky’s the Limit for Certified EMTs and Paramedics Trained at PTC
July 18, 2021
Students in the Emergency Medical Technician Program at Piedmont Technical College (PTC) recently learned about career options available after completing their one-semester EMT Certificate. A “Muffins for Medics” information session…
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Catheterization Simulator Aiding Cardiovascular Technology Students at PTC
July 18, 2021
The students have named him “Keanu,” which seems somehow appropriate for the brand-new catherization simulator that has been used to train its first cohort this spring semester at Piedmont Technical…
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PC student’s NASA research could help our understanding of Mars
July 15, 2021
Presbyterian College student Marigordon Varner will spend the upcoming fall and spring semesters conducting NASA research that could help us further our understanding of Mars. She and physics professor Dr.…
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District 56 Preparing to Open after Year with COVID-19
July 14, 2021
Laurens County School District 56 is excited about the upcoming school year, as the first day of school is quickly approaching. In preparation for the start of school, District 56…
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MS Bailey Child Development Center Now Enrolling 4K Students for 2021-2022 School Year
July 13, 2021
MS Bailey is enrolling students for 4K for the 2021-2022 school year. Students must turn four before September 1, 2021, to qualify for enrollment. Please stop by the school, 625…
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