“Rosemont to Mount Vernon“ Exhibit Opening and Celebration August 15 at the Laurens County Museum
August 5, 2024
Against all odds and over 165 years ago, Ann Pamela Cunningham of Waterloo, SC, started the association that saved Mount Vernon, home of the first United States President George Washington.…
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The Little River Regiment vs. The Little River Regiment – Civil War in the Revolutionary War
August 5, 2024
The Laurens County Museum Revolutionary War Lecture Series will confront the hard topic of neighbors fighting neighbors. Tuesday, August 13, at 7:00 PM, historian Durant Ashmore will speak about “Laurens…
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2024-2025 Columbia College Board of Trustees appointments
August 5, 2024
Columbia College announced the appointment of two new members to the Board of Trustees, led by Board Chairman Ben Rex. Melisa (Missy) Underwood Caughman, (CC Class of 1995) is the…
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10X Digital awards digital marketing scholarship
August 5, 2024
10X Digital is proud to announce the winner of the 10X digital marketing scholarship for the Fall 2024 semester, Austin Pennington. Austin Pennington, a 19-year-old from Cloverdale, IN, has shown…
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Richland One staff spotlight: District’s new ombudsman serves as an advocate for all students
August 5, 2024
A graduate of Eau Claire High School and a former teacher and school administrator in the district, Basil Harris has returned to Richland One to serve as the ombudsman. It’s…
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Richland One announces 2023-2024 Coaches of the Year
August 5, 2024
Richland One has announced the Middle School and High School Coaches of the Year for the 2023-2024 school year. The announcement was made during the district’s Coaches Convocation on August…
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Attorney General Alan Wilson Announces Court Temporarily Blocks Title IX Change from Taking Effect in Four States
August 5, 2024
South Carolina Attorney General Alan Wilson announces that the U.S. Court of Appeals for the 11th Circuit has granted South Carolina’s request for an administrative injunction, which means the Title…
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Angela Norris named assistant principal at Fulmer Middle School
August 5, 2024
At its August 1, 2024, meeting, the Board of Trustees approved the hiring of Angela Norris as assistant principal at Fulmer Middle School. Norris is a familiar face at the…
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Ryan Van Omen named assistant principal at Brookland-Cayce High School
August 5, 2024
A familiar face at Brookland-Cayce High School has been named a new administrator there. Ryan Van Omen has been named an assistant principal at Brookland-Cayce High School. His hiring was…
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Laurens County Students Invited to Celebrate America’s 250th Anniversary with Revolutionary War Poster Competition
August 5, 2024
The Laurens County Revolutionary War 250th Committee (LC250), in partnership with The South Carolina Revolutionary War 250th Commission (SC250), and The Laurens County Chamber of Commerce (LCCC), is excited to…
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August Yard and Garden Tips
August 5, 2024
By Laurens Office of Clemson University Cooperative Extension Service Watch out for: Lawns • Lawn diseases – continue watching for problems with brown patch and dollar spot in warm season…
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Barrett Moody ’25 Brings Service Entrepreneurship Learning to Life with City Mural Installation
August 5, 2024
When Barrett Moody ‘25 chose to attend Presbyterian College, she could sense that there was something beyond a college degree waiting for her.Now a rising senior, that ‘something’ has come…
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State Museum celebrates “Windows to New Worlds” anniversary with 2-for-1 deal
August 1, 2024
Get up close to sea turtles in an immersive 4D experience and enjoy special planetarium shows. The South Carolina State Museum is celebrating the 10th anniversary of our “Windows to…
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Richland Two names new Senior Chief Communications Officer
August 1, 2024
Richland School District Two has named Darci Rush as its new Senior Chief Communications Officer, effective August 1. Rush brings over two decades of broadcast journalism experience and a strong…
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Yates Named Dean of Lander’s College of Science and Mathematics
July 31, 2024
Dr. Jennifer Yates has been named the dean of Lander University’s College of Science and Mathematics. Yates, who had been serving as the interim dean of the college, assumed the…
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New Partnership with University of Mount Olive Benefits PTC Graduates
July 31, 2024
Piedmont Technical College (PTC) has entered into a strategic partnership with the University of Mount Olive (UMO) through the UMO Promise program, offering significant educational advancement opportunities for PTC students.…
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A Gathering of Quilters Day at the Laurens County Museum on August 17
July 31, 2024
Quilting enthusiasts are invited to join the Laurens County Museum for a day filled with fun, food, and camaraderie at the “Gathering of Quilters Day” on Saturday, August 17, from…
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Commemorating Bravery: 244th Anniversary Celebration of Patriot Victory at Musgrove’s Mill
July 31, 2024
The 244th Anniversary Celebration of the Patriot Victory at Musgrove’s Mill is set to take place on Saturday, August 17, at 10:00 a.m. at Musgrove Mill State Park. This event,…
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Richland Library announces new Ethel Bolden Minority Fellows
July 31, 2024
Richland Library Friends and Foundation Welcomes Two New Fellows The Richland Library Friends and Foundation is excited to announce Alejandro Jaramillo of Furman University and Amanda Lockett of the University of…
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Presbyterian College Mourns the Loss of Music Professor Dr. Christian Elser
July 31, 2024
As the Presbyterian College community grapples with the sudden loss of music professor Dr. Christian Elser, colleagues and friends remember not only a passionate voice performer with a booming baritone…
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School District Five names veteran administrator principal of Oak Pointe Elementary School
July 29, 2024
Lexington-Richland School District Five has named longtime administrator Christian English the new principal at Oak Pointe Elementary. English has served as the principal at Seven Oaks Elementary School since 2020.…
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School District Five names interim principal for Seven Oaks Elementary School
July 29, 2024
Lexington-Richland School District Five has named longtime administrator Dr. Angie Slatton as the interim principal of Seven Oaks Elementary Global Magnet. Slatton currently serves as the district’s director of special…
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GLEAMNS to Host Back to School Bash on August 1st
July 29, 2024
GLEAMNS Human Resources Commission, Inc. invites families and community members to its Back to School Bash, taking place on August 1, 2024, from 3:00 PM to 5:00 PM at all…
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Getting Ready for School: Emphasizing School Bus Safety for a Safe Start
July 29, 2024
As summer days grow shorter, students in Laurens County will soon be observing that timeless annual ritual: the first day of school. It’s a time when parents are busy getting…
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BOC Sciences Chemistry Scholarship Program of 2024 announced
July 27, 2024BOC Sciences announced its new Scholarship Program aimed at supporting college students pursuing degrees in chemistry-related fields. This prestigious scholarship awards $1,000 annually to help these aspiring chemists achieve their…
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Famed author and academic Dr. Temple Grandin to speak at Presbyterian College’s 10th annual Charles Chadwell Special Education Institute
July 26, 2024
One of the country’s most prominent animal behaviorists and champion for autism rights will be the keynote speaker at Presbyterian College’s 10th annual Charles Chadwell Special Education Institute. Author and academic…
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Lander Holds Final Freshman Orientation
July 26, 2024
With classes beginning for the fall semester on August 19, Lander University held its final Freshman Orientation July 23-24. Orientation is required for all new students to ease the transition…
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Lander Cybersecurity Classes to be Offered Online
July 26, 2024
The integration of cyber systems in our daily lives, businesses, and governments has created a significant demand for cyber expertise. Lander’s cybersecurity program prepares students for a career in this…
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Eric Brown will lead St. John’s football program
July 26, 2024
Eric Brown was named the new St. John’s Islanders Head Football Coach, announced by St. John’s Director of Athletics Henry Campbell. Brown enters his twenty-ninth season, having coached every level…
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COO featured in statewide business magazine
July 25, 2024
Dr. Tondaleya Green Jackson, Chief Operating Officer of the Center of Excellence for Educator Preparation and Innovation at Voorhees University (EPI Center) is being spotlighted in a magazine recognizing the…
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Dr. Keith Miller named president emeritus at the institution he led before joining Greenville Technical College
July 24, 2024
Dr. Keith Miller has recently been honored as the first-ever President Emeritus by Black Hawk College, where he served as president from July 2000 to June 2008 before filling that…
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Building Dreams: Patrick Finds Success in PTC’s Building Construction Technology Program
July 24, 2024
Kristy Patrick admits she isn’t what people think of as a typical building construction student, but that didn’t stop her from enrolling in Piedmont Technical College’s Building Construction Technology program.…
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GLEAMNS names Jennifer Abercrombie as the new Chief Operations Officer
July 24, 2024
Jennifer Abercrombie is the former Executive Director of the Department of Teaching and Learning for Laurens County School District 55. She has served in other leadership roles including Principal, Assistant…
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Richland One parents, community invited to meet new principals
July 23, 2024
Students at four Richland One schools will be greeted by new principals when the new school year begins August 8. “Our new principals are excited and ready to welcome students…
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Laurens County Educator Kelsey Brown Selected for Prestigious National Teacher Leadership Program
July 23, 2024
Twelve teacher leaders from across the country will join the inaugural class for the NIET Fellows Program. The National Institute for Excellence in Teaching is among the largest trainers of…
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Laurens County School District 55 Rolls Out New Cell Phone Policies for Students
July 23, 2024
The Laurens County School District 55 (LCSD 55) Administration is being proactive with the implementation of school rules on the use of cell phones at schools, following the release of…
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Richland One looking for volunteers to serve as R1 CHAMPS for 2024-2025 school year
July 23, 2024
Richland One is looking for volunteers to serve as R1 CHAMPS for the 2024-2025 school year. R1 CHAMPS (Caring Hearts Making Positive Shifts) launched in 2023 with the goal of…
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The Gilder Lehrman Institute names Sarah Kelly as 2024 South Carolina History Teacher of the Year
July 23, 2024
The distinguished history educator is one of 53 finalists for the 2024 National History Teacher of the Year Award, set to receive a $1,000 prize and an invaluable collection of…
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The Village Group receives $40,000 grant from Power:Ed for Plantersville Summer Academy to curb summer learning loss and boost social-emotional support for rural African American youth
July 23, 2024
Power:Ed Executive Director Claire Gibbons presents grant award to The Village Group Executive Director Ray C. Funnye (far left), board members, and Plantersville Summer Academy educators and students. The Village…
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Richland Two invites Hispanic families to Fiesta Conexiones on Thursday, July 25, 2024
July 23, 2024
All Richland School District Two Hispanic families are invited to Fiesta Conexiones, on Thursday, July 25, 2024. Fiesta Conexiones will be held at Forest Lake Elementary School, 6801 Brookfield Road,…
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Midlands Technical College Foundation receives $1 million donation
July 23, 2024
The Lowe’s Foundation awarded the Midlands Technical College Foundation (MTCF) $1 million as a part of today’s select group of community and technical colleges receiving Gable Grants. Since awarding its…
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Clinton High Senior Among Recipients of Joye Law Firm Scholarships
July 23, 2024
Joye Law Firm, a leading South Carolina-based personal injury firm, is proud to announce the winners of their 2024 Joye Law Firm scholarship contest. Seven high school seniors were awarded…
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Research foundation quietly the epicenter of collaboration at Clemson
July 22, 2024
If you asked a random person walking across the Clemson University campus what “CURF” is, they’d most likely say they don’t know or guess it’s a kind of soil or…
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Doug Hallenbeck named Vice President for Student Affairs
July 22, 2024
Doug Hallenbeck has been named Vice President for Student Affairs at Clemson University, following approval from the Board of Trustees Compensation Committee on July 18. Hallenbeck returns to Clemson after…
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Launch Into College Offers Intensive Courses for Incoming Freshmen
July 22, 2024
Lander University has given almost 60 students the chance to knock out a few classes through an intensive five-week program meant to help with the transition from high school to…
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Laurens County Community to Walk with Student Doctors
July 22, 2024
The community of Laurens County has a unique opportunity to combine health and education this Saturday, July 27, 2024, at 10 AM. Students from VCOM, the Edward Via College of…
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The Laurens Library Goes Wild with Wildlife Geeks of Greenville!
July 22, 2024
The Laurens Library is set to host an exciting and educational event on July 25th, as the Wildlife Geeks of Greenville bring their renowned “Conservation Meets the Classroom” program to…
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Ashley Bragg Named Laurens Elementary School Principal in Laurens County School District 55
July 22, 2024
Laurens County School District 55 (LCSD 55) named Ashley Bragg as the 2024-2025 Laurens Elementary School (LES) Principal. Ashley is the wife of Kevin Bragg. They have 3 boys: Heath,…
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First Choice makes going back to school easy and fun in Columbia
July 19, 2024
Jump-Start Back-to-School will offer school supplies, backpacks, and more on July 20, 9 a.m. – 12 p.m. What Select Health of South Carolina’s First Choice health plan will host its first Jump-Start Back-to-School event…
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South Carolina Aquarium JuLionfish Festival returns on July 26
July 18, 2024
Celebration After Months of Hunting Invasive Lionfish Includes Live Music, Food and Drink The JuLionfish Festival returns for its third year on Friday, July 26, for an all-inclusive, 21+ event…
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