Governor’s Mansion Christmas Open House Scheduled for December 7
December 3, 2025
Governor McMaster and First Lady Welcome South Carolinians for Christmas Celebration Governor Henry McMaster and First Lady Peggy McMaster invite South Carolinians and their families to join them for a…
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Gov. Henry McMaster Orders Halt to Unconstitutional Race-Based Spending Quotas for State Agencies
December 3, 2025
General Assembly Leadership to Prioritize Statutory Remedy Governor Henry McMaster today issued Executive Order 2025-40 directing state government agencies to no longer execute spending, procurement, or contract awards based on…
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Clinton City Council Designates December as Drunk and Drugged Driving Prevention Month; Honors Mt. Moriah Baptist Church’s 170th Anniversary
December 3, 2025
At its December meeting, the Clinton City Council approved a resolution designating December as Drunk and Drugged Driving Prevention Month and recognized Mt. Moriah Baptist Church for reaching its 170th…
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South Carolina Secretary of State Mark Hammond urges South Carolinians to give smart on Giving Tuesday
December 2, 2025
In anticipation of this year’s Giving Tuesday, Secretary of State Mark Hammond is urging South Carolinians to support nonprofits and practice wise charitable giving. “Each year, donors come together on…
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Clinton Police and Fire Departments Relocate to North Broad Street Headquarters
December 1, 2025
The Clinton Police and Fire departments have relocated move back into its permanent headquarters at 404 North Broad Street, located inside the Clinton Public Services Complex. Fire along with patrol,…
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Attorney General Alan Wilson fights to protect 2nd Amendment in two cases
November 30, 2025
South Carolina Attorney General Alan Wilson is fighting to protect citizens’ Second Amendment rights by filing briefs against two laws in Hawaii that restrict gun rights in that state. One…
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RIA awards construction grants to upgrade critical infrastructure
November 25, 2025
$23 million in grant funding awarded across South Carolina The S.C. Rural Infrastructure Authority (RIA) has approved grant assistance for 21 projects, totaling approximately $23 million, to address critical infrastructure…
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Governor Henry McMaster Signs Joint Declaration of Intent with Germany to Strengthen Economic Development
November 21, 2025
South Carolina is the First State to Sign JDI with Germany Governor Henry McMaster today joined German Ambassador to the United States of America Jens Hanefeld to sign a Joint…
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Laurens City Council Receives SAFE Designation Recognition, Moves Forward on Key Ordinances
November 19, 2025
At its regular meeting on Tuesday, November 18, Laurens City Council received significant recognition and moved forward on a full agenda of municipal business, including holiday preparations, financial ordinances, and…
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South Carolina Secretary of State Mark Hammond announces Angels for 2025
November 19, 2025
South Carolina Secretary of State Mark Hammond announced the Angels of 2025. Secretary Hammond honored this year’s ten Angel charities in a ceremony at the Edgar Brown Building on the…
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Community Encouraged to Attend Laurens County Land Use & Zoning Task Force Meeting on November 20
November 19, 2025
Laurens County residents are encouraged to attend the upcoming Laurens County Citizens for Land Use and Zoning Task Force meeting on Thursday, November 20, 2025, at 6:00 p.m. The meeting…
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Governor Henry McMaster and the First Family Announce the 59th Annual Governor’s Carolighting
November 19, 2025
Sarah Kay Wrenn, Miss South Carolina 2025, to Emcee Event Governor Henry McMaster and First Lady Peggy McMaster will celebrate the beginning of the holiday season with the 59th Annual…
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Gov. Henry McMaster, SCDEW Announce Tax Rate Cuts for South Carolina Businesses
November 17, 2025
South Carolina Businesses To Save $40 Million Governor Henry McMaster and S.C. Department of Employment and Workforce (DEW) Executive Director William Floyd today announced that South Carolina’s unemployment insurance (UI)…
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Gov. Henry McMaster: Charleston Harbor Saved from Environmental Disaster
November 12, 2025
USS Yorktown Clean-Up Completed – 1.6 Million Gallons of Toxic Waste Removed Governor Henry McMaster today was joined by the South Carolina Office of Resilience (SCOR) to announce the completion…
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Give Thanks, Not Illnesses: DPH Encourages Vaccinations Ahead of Thanksgiving, Holiday Season
November 11, 2025
COLUMBIA, S.C. – As South Carolinians prepare to celebrate Thanksgiving and the entire holiday season with friends and family, the South Carolina Department of Public Health (DPH) reminds everyone to…
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Laurens County Council Advances Two Major Economic Development Projects
November 11, 2025
At Monday night’s Laurens County Council meeting, members welcomed newly appointed Laurens County Administrator Jerre Threatt, who officially began his role on November 3 following his appointment in October. Threatt…
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Clinton City Council Approves Multiple Proclamations and Takes Action on Key Development Items
November 10, 2025
At its regular monthly meeting on November 3, the City of Clinton unanimously approved a series of proclamations recognizing important health observances and community initiatives taking place throughout November. Council…
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Attorney General Alan Wilson continues fight against government overreach and for affordable electricity
November 6, 2025
South Carolina Attorney General Alan Wilson joined two letters to the Environmental Protection Agency to fight against government overreach and to keep coal-fired power plants from being shut down, which…
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SCDMV to move to new website address, email in 2026
November 4, 2025
The South Carolina Department of Motor Vehicles will change its website address in 2026, offering additional assurance to customers that they are dealing with the legitimate state website. On Jan.…
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Treasurer Curtis Loftis reports $1.7 billion in earnings from South Carolina investments
October 30, 2025
State Treasurer Curtis Loftis announced today that the State Treasurer’s Office investments generated $1.7 billion in earnings over the past year, delivering direct support for schools, roads, public safety, and…
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Strategic Compensation Pilot Program Rewards Educators for Driving Student Growth
October 29, 2025
The South Carolina Department of Education (SCDE) is celebrating measurable progress in classrooms across the state through its Strategic Compensation Pilot Program, an initiative that rewards teachers for student achievement…
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Laurens City Council Recognizes Red Ribbon Week
October 22, 2025
At Tuesday night’s Laurens City Council meeting, council members recognized Red Ribbon Week with an official proclamation. Since proclamations do not require a vote for passage, the declaration was adopted…
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Veteran Educator Kathy Taylor to Serve on Lander’s Board of Trustees
October 20, 2025
Kathy Taylor, an educator with more than 30 years of experience, was appointed by South Carolina Gov. Henry McMaster to serve on the Lander University Board of Trustees. Recognized for…
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Ellen Weaver Announces Re-Election Campaign for State Superintendent of Education
October 20, 2025
“Hope in Action for South Carolina’s Students” South Carolina Superintendent of Education Ellen Weaver has officially announced her campaign for re-election, highlighting a strong record of results and a renewed…
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Laurens County Hiring Director of Building Codes
October 19, 2025
Laurens County is on the lookout for a new Director of Building Codes to lead the county’s inspection and code enforcement division. This pivotal leadership role involves supervising staff, ensuring…
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Attorney General Alan Wilson Leads Annual Silent Witness to Honor Victims of Fatal Domestic Abuse in 2024
October 15, 2025
Ceremony Held During National Domestic Violence Awareness Month Attorney General Alan Wilson led participants through the 28th annual Silent Witness Ceremony that was held today on the South Carolina State…
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Council Recognizes Pharmacists Month and Red Ribbon Week, Approves FILOT Agreement with Meiden America
October 15, 2025
At Monday night’s Laurens County Council meeting, council members opened the evening by recognizing Pharmacists Month, honoring the vital role pharmacists play in community health care. Members of the Presbyterian…
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South Carolina Observes Earthquake Preparedness Week October 12–18
October 15, 2025
Governor Henry McMaster has proclaimed October 12–18, 2025, as Earthquake Preparedness Week in South Carolina. The South Carolina Emergency Management Division and members of the State Emergency Response Team are…
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South Carolina among the US porch piracy hotspots, according to new study
October 14, 2025
Parcel theft has become a common cause of concern worldwide. Thieves steal online packages from doorsteps, especially around busy periods like Black Friday and the Holiday season. To discover trends…
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State Treasurer Curtis Loftis invites teachers to register for “Dear Mr. Treasurer” classroom activity
October 14, 2025
Attention 3rd, 4th and 5th grade teachers! South Carolina State Treasurer Curtis Loftis is inviting teachers across the Palmetto State to take part in a fun and educational activity designed…
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Jerre Threatt Named Laurens County Administrator
October 13, 2025
Threatt brings decades of public service and local leadership to the role Laurens County Council has unanimously appointed Jerre Threatt as the new Laurens County Administrator. Threatt will officially begin…
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Fountain Inn Fire Department Partners with Local State Farm Agents to Promote Fire Prevention Week
October 8, 2025
The Fountain Inn Fire Department is proud to partner with Anthony Bennon State Farm and Liz Berry State Farm Agency to highlight Fire Prevention Week, a nationwide campaign created by…
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Clinton City Council Reviews Tourism Funding, Zoning Changes, and Infrastructure Plans at October 6 Meeting
October 7, 2025
The Clinton City Council covered a full agenda during its regular meeting on October 6, 2025, recognizing important community observances, approving funding allocations to support tourism, and discussing zoning, infrastructure,…
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SC Department of Veterans’ Affairs Shares Important Information on Federal Contingency Planning
October 7, 2025
The South Carolina Department of Veterans’ Affairs (SCDVA) recently shared important information from the U.S. Department of Veterans Affairs (VA) regarding its contingency planning in the event of a federal…
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City of Clinton Seeking Applicants for Design Review Board
October 6, 2025
The City of Clinton Planning Department is now accepting applications for openings on the Design Review Board. Applications are available at the M.S. Bailey Municipal Center, located at 211 North…
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Laurens County Releases Working Draft of Revisions to Open Space Residential Development Requirements
October 6, 2025
Public Input Sessions Scheduled Through December Laurens County Council has released a working draft of proposed revisions to the Open Space Residential Development Requirements, currently codified within Ordinance No. 926.…
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DPH Launches New Podcast Series
October 6, 2025
The S.C. Dept. of Public Health (DPH) today launched the “Healthy People Podcast,” a new series aimed at educating the people of South Carolina about topics of public health…
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Laurens County Council Announces Finalists in County Administrator Search
October 1, 2025
Laurens County Council has named four finalists in its search for the next County Administrator, following a nationwide recruitment process. The executive search was conducted by Find Great People, a…
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Laurens City Council Confirms Ira Bedenbaugh to CPW Commissioner Seat
October 1, 2025
On Tuesday, September 30, the Laurens City Council held a called meeting to confirm a new commissioner for the Laurens Commission of Public Works. Before the confirmation process began, Mayor…
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South Carolina Shellfish Season Opens October 1
September 30, 2025
The 2025–2026 season for recreational harvest of shellfish in South Carolina’s coastal waters officially opens tomorrow, Wednesday, October 1. Coastal residents and visitors alike can once again enjoy clamming and…
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New Guidance on Sales Tax Exemptions for Farmers
September 30, 2025
The South Carolina Department of Revenue (SCDOR) has released new guidance to help farmers better understand their state tax obligations. Revenue Ruling #25-6: Tax Exemptions for Farmers outlines key information…
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USDA announces $38.3 million in grant agreement to cover agricultural losses due to Hurricane Helene in South Carolina
September 30, 2025
U.S. Secretary of Agriculture Brooke L. Rollins announced the U.S. Department of Agriculture (USDA) will provide more than $38.3 million in Congressionally mandated recovery assistance to South Carolina agricultural producers…
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DPH Recognizes Childhood Cancer Awareness Month
September 28, 2025
In observance of Childhood Cancer Awareness Month in September, the South Carolina Department of Public Health (DPH) joins partners across the state in raising awareness about pediatric cancer and supporting…
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Governor McMaster Declares State of Emergency for South Carolina
September 26, 2025
Statewide Operations Activated to Prepare for Tropical Disturbance Governor Henry McMaster today issued Executive Order 2025-33, declaring a State of Emergency in preparation for the potential impacts of Tropical Disturbance…
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Laurens City Council Debates CPW Vacancy Appointment
September 24, 2025
During a special called meeting at noon on Wednesday, Mayor Nathan Senn addressed Laurens City Council with remarks clarifying the legal process surrounding the vacancy on the Laurens Commission of…
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City of Laurens to Host Emergency Preparedness Meeting September 23
September 22, 2025
The City of Laurens will host an Emergency Preparedness Meeting on Tuesday, September 23, at 5:00 p.m. at The Ridge, located at 301 Exchange Road in Laurens. Laurens County Emergency…
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Talk of the Town Returns September 26 at Whiteford’s Giant Burger in Laurens
September 22, 2025
The City of Laurens is continuing its community engagement series with the next Talk of the Town forum on Friday, September 26, from 8:00–9:00 a.m. at Whiteford’s Giant Burger. This…
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SC Treasurer’s Office Works to Return Unclaimed Funds to South Carolina Residents
September 22, 2025
The South Carolina Treasurer’s Office is on a mission to reunite residents with money that rightfully belongs to them. Through its Unclaimed Property Program, the office safeguards funds from forgotten…
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Rabies Cases Confirmed in South Carolina: Reminder for Laurens County Residents
September 22, 2025
The South Carolina Department of Public Health (DPH) has confirmed three new cases of rabies in separate incidents across the state, involving a skunk in Anderson County and raccoons in…
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DPH Offers Free STD HIV Testing, Webinars During PrEP Awareness Week
September 22, 2025
The South Carolina Department of Public Health (DPH) will observe its sixth annual PrEP (pre-exposure prophylaxis) Awareness Week by offering free HIV testing, PrEP educational webinars for providers and other…
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