Clinton Fire Department Receives “Fire Safe South Carolina” Community Designation
April 29, 2021
For the second year in a row, the Clinton Fire Department has been designated as a Fire Safe South Carolina Community. Fire Safe South Carolina (FSSC) and its partners recognized…
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Lander University Names Eric Rivenbark Assistant Vice President
April 28, 2021
Lander University Advancement has picked philanthropic professional and higher education veteran Eric Rivenbark to serve as assistant vice president for major, planned and principled gifts. Rivenbark comes to Lander after…
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Kerry Pannell named new provost at Presbyterian College
April 27, 2021
Presbyterian College announced this week that Dr. Kerry Pannell will join the College’s administration as its new provost and vice president for academic affairs. “We are thrilled and fortunate to…
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Laurens District 55 High School Robotics Program to Hold STEM Camp
April 22, 2021
The robotics program at Laurens District 55 High School will attempt to hold our annual STEM camp this summer in person. Camp will run from 8:30a-5:00p Monday, July 12th through…
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Lander University announces MAT in Visual Art K-12
April 22, 2021
Lander University has announced that its Master of Arts in Teaching (MAT) in Visual Art K-12 has received approval from the South Carolina Department of Education, and may begin accepting…
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South Carolina Department of Education update on school operations, full face to face instruction, and S.704
April 21, 2021The South Carolina Department of Education (SCDE) released an update on current school and district operations, plans to transition to full face to face instruction, and a statement from State…
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City of Clinton to Host Fireworks Show for Clinton Seniors
April 19, 2021
The end of the school year always brings a time for celebrating and this year is no different. As they did last year, the City of Clinton will host a…
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M.S. Bailey to Hold Tours for Parents and Guardians of Incoming 4K
April 15, 2021
M.S. Bailey will be hosting several tours and Q&A sessions for parents and guardians interested in the 4K program for next year, 2021-2022. Here is a list of…
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PC School of Pharmacy Receives Longest Accreditation Term in School History
April 14, 2021
The Presbyterian College School of Pharmacy received continued accreditation from the Accreditation Council for Pharmacy Education (ACPE). Now accredited through 2028, the eight-year term is the longest in the School’s…
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Professor of History Wins SCICU Excellence in Teaching Award
April 14, 2021
Imagine a college professor who confesses he may not have anything to teach his students. Next, imagine that same professor being named a college’s Professor of the Year. Then apply…
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Gov. McMaster announces $10.5 million investment in charter schools, workforce development
April 14, 2021
Governor Henry McMaster today announced a $10.5 million investment in South Carolina’s public charter schools and the state’s workforce development efforts through the Governor’s Emergency Education Relief (GEER) fund. South Carolina’s charter schools will receive $9…
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College of Behavioral and Social Sciences recognizes student achievements
April 14, 2021
Lander University’s College of Behavioral and Social Sciences held its honors and awards program on Tuesday, Apr. 13, at the Jean Tribble McFerrin Amphitheater located behind Laura Lander Hall. “These…
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Nursing major and Academic Success Center tutor ‘thriving’ at Lander University
April 14, 2021
Lander University nursing major MacKenzie Calcutt, of Columbia, attributes her academic success to the smaller class sizes and personal attention she receives from faculty and staff at Lander University. “I…
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Be Pro Be Proud Provides “Big Rig” Experience to Laurens County Students
April 13, 2021
On Tuesday, over 40 10th graders from Laurens District 55 High School and Clinton High School came out to the Piedmont Tech Laurens Center for Advanced Manufacturing (CAM) to explore…
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Gov. Henry McMaster, Superintendent Molly Spearman, SCDOI Director Ray Farmer announce $24.54 million investment in school buses, public transit
April 13, 2021
Second Round of Volkswagen Settlement Funds to Purchase 235 New School Buses, 3 Public Transit Buses Governor Henry McMaster was joined by S.C. Superintendent of Education Molly Spearman and S.C.…
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Arts spring into focus at inaugural Lander University Art Walk Uptown
April 12, 2021
The stunning portraits by artist Abigail Lynn were the center of attention by art lovers visiting The Arts Center of Greenwood. Lynn’s artwork was part of the Lander University Art…
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Thornwell will Host a Virtual Parenting Workshop – Who’s in Charge?
April 7, 2021
If you’re a parent, you know the power struggle between parents and children is real. But there’s hope. Thornwell will host a FREE and VIRTUAL parenting workshop to learn how…
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Outstanding Educators from Piedmont Tech Honored
April 5, 2021
Three Piedmont Technical College (PTC) employees were honored recently as Outstanding Educators for the 2019-2020 academic year by the South Carolina Technical Education Association (SCTEA) at its annual conference last…
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Lander concludes Race and Identity Dialogue series with two final events
April 5, 2021
Lander University will wrap up its Race and Identity Dialogue in the month of April, with two virtual sessions for students, faculty, staff and members of the public. The first…
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Reading, Writing… and Financial Literacy
April 5, 2021
By South Carolina Treasurer Curtis Loftis Where did you learn about personal finance? Did a patient parent explain the difference between spending for what you need versus what you want?…
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Become a Substitute Teacher Today!
April 2, 2021
Make a difference in a child’s life! Be a Substitute Teacher or Paraprofessional! Kelly Educational Staffing has many opportunities available for Substitute Teachers and Paraprofessionals in Laurens, South Carolina. This…
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Laurens School District 55 High School Moves to eLearning for Two Days
March 31, 2021
Due to a significant increase in COVID-19 situations requiring isolation and quarantine of students and staff at Laurens District 55 High School, it is necessary to move to eLearning for…
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PC Alumni Named to Greenville Business Magazine’s 50 Most Influential
March 31, 2021
Greenville Business Magazine has released its 2020 “50 Most Influential and Hall of Fame” winners and entrants, which include two PC alumni. Included in the most influential list are Chad…
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District 56 Announces Three Changes to Administrative Team for 2021-2022 School Year
March 31, 2021
District 56 is excited to announce the following changes to the administrative team for the 2021-2022 school year. Mr. Eddie Marshall, current Principal of Joanna-Woodson Elementary, is assuming the position of…
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CHS Meeting for Freshman to Discuss SC Education Lottery Scholarships
March 29, 2021
Are you planning to attend college or a technical school but not sure how to pay for it? Clinton High School Freshman students and parents this is for you. GEAR-UP is…
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Director of Financial Aid at Piedmont Technical College Elected President of South Carolina Assocation of Student Financial Aid Administrators
March 29, 2021
Missy Perry, FAAC®, director of financial aid at Piedmont Technical College (PTC), has been elected president of the South Carolina Association of Student Financial Aid Administrators (SCASFAA). The organization made…
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Clinton High Science Olympiad Team Takes State Title Again
March 29, 2021
Clinton High School competed in the South Carolina Science Olympiad on Saturday, March 20, 2021 against sixteen other teams across the state. Although this year’s competition was virtual, the result provided…
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Lander Welcomes Back Women’s Basketball Team
March 26, 2021
The Lander University campus gathered outside Finis Horne Arena on Friday, Mar. 26, to welcome back the Lander Women’s Basketball Team from their journey to Columbus, Ohio. The team finished…
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Clinton High Student Receives South Carolina DAR Good Citizen Award
March 24, 2021
Kate Wages, a senior at Clinton High School was recently awarded the DAR Good Citizen Award by the South Carolina State Society Daughters of the American Revolution (SCDAR). Each year,…
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Lander University adds MBA to Degree Offerings
March 22, 2021
Lander University is adding a Master in Business Administration (MBA) to its expanding repertoire of degree programs. “We are very excited about Lander’s new MBA program,” said Dr. Mick Fekula,…
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Wide reach of Lander University art is in exhibits and online presentations
March 19, 2021
“Art is too important not to share.” – Romero Britto, Brazilian artist. Fortunately for many, the artworks of Lander University students and faculty are being shared this semester with thousands…
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PRESBYTERIAN COLLEGE CELEBRATES WOMEN’S HISTORY MONTH
March 17, 2021
Women’s History Month is a chance to celebrate the incredible contributions of women to events in history and contemporary society. To honor this month, Presbyterian College has created a full…
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Lander Names Lawrence Trustee Emeritus
March 17, 2021
Lander University has named Jack W. Lawrence, retired member of the Lander University Board of Trustees, as trustee emeritus. The announcement was made at the board’s virtual meeting on March…
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Registration for LCSD 56 Virtual Learning Program for 21-22 Open
March 17, 2021
Registration for the virtual program for the 21-22 school year has officially opened. The program’s new name will be GOAL (Global Online Academic Learning Institute). A registration form must be…
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BMW Scholar Lauds ‘Opportunity of a Lifetime’
March 17, 2021
Gabe Stumbo’s career path is moving along almost as smoothly as the impeccable assembly lines at BMW in Greer. The Piedmont Technical College (PTC) mechatronics major began a competitive two-year…
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Shubert joins Lander University Board of Trustees
March 16, 2021
Lander University has announced that the South Carolina General Assembly has elected Jim Shubert, of Simpsonville, to Seat 9 (at-large) of Lander University’s Board of Trustees. Shubert replaces Maurice Holloway,…
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GSSM now accepting applications for its summer camps
March 15, 2021
The South Carolina Governor’s School for Science & Mathematics (GSSM) is now accepting applications for its summer camps: Summer STEM, CREATEng, GoSciTech, and iTEAMS Xtreme. Online applications are available at www.scgssm.org/summer. Campers will be accepted…
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Furman partners with United Community Bank, SCBIO on virtual Women’s Leadership Institute
March 11, 2021
Furman University’s Women’s Leadership Institute (WLI) will be presented virtually this year with two statewide community partners supporting the effort. United Community Bank will be the program’s presenting sponsor and…
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First Presbyterian Clinton Weekday Preschool Registration
March 10, 2021
Registration for the 2021-2022 Weekday Preschool is open. First Presbyterian Church Weekday Preschool is a 1/2 day program that meets Monday through Friday, 7:45 a.m. – 11:30 a.m. We are…
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Annette L. Breaux Speaks to LCSD 55 Induction Teachers
March 8, 2021
Annette Breaux is one of the most entertaining and informative speakers in education today. Laurens County School District #55 (LCSD 55) was the recipient of a Rural Recruitment Grant that…
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LCSD 55 Prepares for Staff COVID Vaccinations
March 8, 2021
Laurens County School District #55 (LCSD 55) has scheduled two (2) vaccination clinics for staff who want the COVID-19 vaccine. As vaccination Phase 1B, which includes educators, begins on Monday,…
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Lander University’s nursing students are part of vaccination effort at Self Regional Medical Center
March 7, 2021
They hear the heartfelt stories of older adults who haven’t seen family in months. They listen to grandparents who talk about their grandchildren and the hugs they’ve missed. And they…
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Lander Day of Giving a Success
March 3, 2021
Lander University’s recent Day of Giving, held in conjunction with its 149th birthday, was a big success. From noon Feb. 11 to noon Feb. 12, the university raised more than…
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PIEDMONT TECH ADDS CONTACT TRACING TO QUICKSKILLS COURSE OPTIONS
March 2, 2021
Piedmont Technical College (PTC) has added one of the latest tools to help combat the spread of COVID-19 and mitigate the rapidly emerging workforce needs related to it. “We have…
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First Citizens scholarship to benefit Lander’s College of Business
February 26, 2021
A gift of $25,000 from First Citizens Bank of Greenwood will establish the first endowed scholarship for the Master’s Degree Program in Lander University’s College of Business. The scholarship will…
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Theresa R. Tibbs named vice president of human resources and Title IX at Presbyterian College
February 26, 2021
On February 25, Presbyterian College President Matthew vandenBerg announced that Theresa R. (Terri) Tibbs, associate vice chancellor of human resources at Fayetteville State University (Fayetteville, N.C.), will serve as PC’s…
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Reeder’s Firearms Training, LLC
February 25, 2021
Bus Driver
February 17, 2021
JOB DESCRIPTION: Bus Driver DEPARTMENT: Transportation REPORTS TO: Director of Transportation JOB SUMMARY: To transport students for School District 55 promptly, efficiently, and safely so that the department’s maximum positive…
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Make Learning to Save Fun and Easy for Kids this America Saves Week
February 16, 2021
By State Treasurer Curtis Loftis When it comes to learning something new, you often hear, “it’s never too late.” But when it comes to smart money habits, it’s almost never…
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African American History Series Sponsored by the Laurens County Museum Association
February 15, 2021
The Laurens County Museum will hold the second event in the African American History Series on February 17th. This event will feature Attorney LaBrenda Garrett-Nelson, JD, LLM, CG®, CGL. She…
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