Governor Henry McMaster to Deliver 2025 State of the State Address
January 24, 2025
Governor Henry McMaster is set to deliver the 2025 State of the State Address on Wednesday, January 29, at 7:00 PM. The address will take place in the House Chambers…
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Governor Henry McMaster Requests the Reinstatement of Medicaid Work Requirements
January 21, 2025
Governor Henry McMaster today formally requested the U.S. Department of Health and Human Services (HHS) work with the South Carolina Department of Health and Human Services (SCDHHS) to reinstate the state’s Healthy…
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Laurens County Sheriff’s Office Reflects on 2024 Achievements
January 20, 2025
The Laurens County Sheriff’s Office (LCSO) has released its 2024 year-in-review statistics, highlighting significant strides in public safety and community engagement. The department responded to 36,216 calls for service in…
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Laurens County Assessor’s Office Launches Property Imaging Project
January 20, 2025
The Laurens County Assessor’s Office, in partnership with Palmetto Posting, Inc., is initiating a property imaging project to support the upcoming state-mandated countywide reassessment scheduled for implementation in 2026. Part…
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Governor Henry McMaster Issues Statement on State Treasury Forensic Accounting Review
January 15, 2025
Governor Henry McMaster today issued the following statement regarding the release of the independent State Treasury Forensic Accounting Review: “This comprehensive forensic accounting report confirms that there is no $1.8…
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Laurens County Council Elects New Leadership to Begin 2025
January 13, 2025
Laurens County Council convened for its first meeting of the year on January 13, 2025, with the election of officers as the primary order of business. The seven-member council, representing…
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2025 South Carolina Chef Ambassadors
January 13, 2025
On January 13, 2025, Governor Henry McMaster announced chefs from Greenville, Conway, and North Charleston have been selected to represent South Carolina as 2025 Chef Ambassadors. He was joined by…
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Laurens County Election Commission Upholds Registration of County Council Member-Elect Arthur Lee Philson Jr.
January 13, 2025
The Laurens County Election Commission held a hearing this morning to address a voter registration challenge filed by incoming county council chairman W. Brown Patterson Jr. against Arthur Lee Philson…
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City of Clinton Seeks High School and College Interns
January 13, 2025
The City of Clinton is offering an exciting opportunity for high school and college students interested in gaining hands-on experience through its internship program. Students will have the chance to…
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Clear Bag Policy Announced for Upcoming Stand Up for Life Rally at South Carolina State Capitol Complex
January 8, 2025
The South Carolina Bureau of Protective Services (SCBPS) has announced the implementation of a clear bag policy for the upcoming Stand Up for Life rally, set to take place at…
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Laurens County Officials Sworn In During Ceremony at Courthouse
January 8, 2025
The main courtroom of the Laurens County Courthouse was filled to capacity on the evening of Tuesday, January 7, as the community gathered for the swearing-in ceremony of recently elected…
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3 Weeks Left To Apply for FEMA Assistance Following Hurricane Helene in South Carolina
January 7, 2025
If you have sustained damage or losses due to Hurricane Helene in South Carolina, it is important to act quickly, as the deadline to apply for federal assistance is approaching.…
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City of Laurens Fire Department Reflects on a Year of Service and Excellence
January 7, 2025
The City of Laurens Fire Department in Laurens County had an extraordinary year in 2024, responding to over 1,900 alarms, managing the challenges of a detrimental storm, and dedicating countless…
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Candidate Filing for 2025 Laurens County Municipal Elections Closes
January 6, 2025
Candidate filing for the 2025 Laurens County Municipal Elections closed today at noon, Friday, January 3, 2025. The elections will be held Tuesday, March 4, 2025, and will use the Majority-Runoff…
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South Carolina industry recruitment reaches $8.19 billion in 2024
January 6, 2025
Capital investment by existing industry excels, accounting for $5.38 billion The South Carolina Department of Commerce (S.C. Commerce) today released its 2024 industry recruitment results, with an announced total capital…
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SCDES launches new Coastal Atlas to provide valuable information about SC’s Coastal Environment
January 6, 2025
The South Carolina Department of Environmental Services’s Bureau of Coastal Management (BCM) launched a new public resource providing valuable information about South Carolina’s coastal environment. The new South Carolina Coastal…
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Danny Cook Announces Re-Election Campaign for Clinton City Council Ward 1
January 1, 2025
Clinton City Councilman Danny Cook has officially announced his candidacy for re-election to represent Ward 1 in the upcoming election on March 4, 2025. In a heartfelt message to friends…
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Filing Deadline Approaches for Clinton Municipal Elections
December 30, 2024
The filing period for the upcoming Clinton municipal elections is nearing its close, with the final day to file set for this Friday, January 5, at 12:00 p.m. Interested candidates…
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Clinton Firefighter Honored as Michael “Mike Mike” Vinson Firefighter of the Year
December 23, 2024
The Clinton Fire Department has announced John Michael Lapomarda as the 2024 recipient of the Michael “Mike Mike” Vinson Award, recognizing him as Firefighter of the Year. This prestigious honor,…
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Filing Period for Clinton Municipal Elections Opens December 25 with Elections Scheduled for March 4th
December 22, 2024
The Clinton Municipal elections are scheduled for Tuesday, March 4, 2025, with seats in Ward 1, Ward 3, and Ward 5 up for election. Individuals interested in running for these…
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Governor Henry McMaster Announces Appointment to S.C. Department of Transportation Commission
December 18, 2024
Gov. McMaster Proposes I-77 Exit 90 Feasibility Study Governor Henry McMaster announced the appointment of former York County Council Chairman Dr. James Britt Blackwell as his at-large nominee for the…
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Fountain Inn Honors Exceptional Public Safety Personnel at Annual Awards Banquet
December 18, 2024
The Fountain Inn Police Department and the Fountain Inn Fire Department recently held their annual awards banquets to recognize and honor outstanding service from their dedicated personnel. Fountain Inn Police…
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Governor Henry McMaster Leads 25 Other Fellow Republican Governors in Support of President Trump’s Immigration Policies
December 15, 2024
Gov. McMaster’s First Initiative as Republican Governor’s Association Policy Chair Governor Henry McMaster, in his first official action as policy chair of the Republican Governors Association, led 25 other fellow…
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Attorney General Alan Wilson stops Biden from giving Obamacare to illegal aliens
December 11, 2024
South Carolina Attorney General Alan Wilson has obtained a stay from a North Dakota Federal Court stopping the Biden-Harris Administration from unlawfully giving taxpayer-subsidized federal health insurance to illegal aliens and…
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New Federal BOIR Filing Requirements: What You Need to Know
December 10, 2024
Starting this year, a new federal requirement mandates that small businesses and certain entities submit a Beneficial Ownership Information Report (BOIR) to the U.S. Department of the Treasury’s Financial Crimes…
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Governor Henry McMaster Announces First Director of the Office of Statewide Workforce Development
December 9, 2024
Governor Henry McMaster today announced his appointment of Dr. Rebecca Battle-Bryant as the first director of the Office of Statewide Workforce Development (OSWD) housed within the S.C. Department of Employment…
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Governor McMaster and First Lady Host Christmas Open House and Guided Tours at the Governor’s Mansion
December 8, 2024
South Carolinians are invited to experience the magic of the season as Governor Henry McMaster and First Lady Peggy McMaster host a Christmas Open House at the Governor’s Mansion on…
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SCDOT receives a “Clean Audit” of Agency’s Finances for seventh consecutive year
December 5, 2024
The South Carolina Department of Transportation was presented with an unmodified, or “clean audit” for the fiscal year 2023-2024. This report marks the seventh consecutive year the agency’s financial operations…
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South Carolina Attorney General Alan Wilson co-leads coalition urging the U.S. Senate to confirm Pam Bondi as United States Attorney General
December 3, 2024
Attorney General Alan Wilson co-led a coalition of 30 current and future state attorneys general in urging the United States Senate to swiftly confirm Pam Bondi as the 87th United…
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Natural Resources Board Appoints Thomas Stowe (Tom) Mullikin, Ph.D., J.D., as Director of the SC Department of Natural Resources
December 1, 2024
The seven-member South Carolina Natural Resources Board has unanimously selected retired Maj. Gen. Thomas S. (Tom) Mullikin, Ph.D., J.D., for appointment to serve as the next director of the S.C.…
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Resources for Agricultural Recovery After Hurricane Helene
December 1, 2024
Did you experience agricultural losses due to Hurricane Helene? This fact sheet will help you explore a variety of state and federal assistance programs designed to support agricultural recovery. Local…
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LCWSC: Driving Growth and Infrastructure Expansion to Build a Stronger Laurens County
November 23, 2024
As you drive through Laurens County, you might wonder about the pipes, equipment, and land clearing yousee along the way. These are signs that LCWSC is growing and expanding to…
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City of Clinton Accepting Applications for Cowboy Christmas Parade and Vendor Spaces
November 23, 2024
The City of Clinton invites the community to participate in its annual Cowboy Christmas Parade, scheduled for Saturday, December 7, at 9 a.m. Parade applications are now being accepted, with…
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South Carolina Secretary of State Mark Hammond announces Angels for 2024
November 21, 2024
South Carolina Secretary of State Mark Hammond announced the Angels of 2024. Secretary Hammond honored ten Angel charities in a ceremony at the Edgar Brown Building on the Capitol Complex.…
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Governor Henry McMaster Names Dr. Edward Simmer as First Director of the Department of Public Health
November 20, 2024
Led the S.C. Department of Health and Environmental Control Governor Henry McMaster today announced his appointment of Dr. Edward Simmer as the first director of the South Carolina Department of…
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SCDES, Lt. Governor Evette and partners launch new phone app to help make recycling easier in South Carolina
November 18, 2024
Recycling just got easier in South Carolina with the introduction of the Recycle Here SC mobile phone app. The app – developed through a partnership between the S.C. Department of Environmental…
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SCDES, Lt. Governor Evette and partners launch new ‘Recycle Here SC’ phone app to make recycling easier in South Carolina
November 14, 2024
The new “Recycle Here SC” mobile phone app will be officially launched Nov. 15 as an innovative way to make recycling easier in South Carolina. The free mobile phone app…
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South Carolina Department of Commerce Secretary Harry Lightsey Visits Laurens County
November 9, 2024
Laurens County recently welcomed South Carolina Department of Commerce Secretary Harry Lightsey for a day-long tour showcasing the county’s economic achievements, infrastructure, and future development opportunities. The visit provided an…
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Governor Henry McMaster Announces the Launch of Farm and Forest Recovery Resource Days
November 8, 2024
Calls on Congressional Delegation to Support $621 Million in Federal Emergency Relief for S.C. Agriculture Related Storm Damage Governor Henry McMaster and Lieutenant Governor Pamela S. Evette today announced the…
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Laurens County Election Recap: High Turnout, New Council Members, and Notable Victories
November 6, 2024
Laurens County witnessed a record-high voter turnout in the recent election, with 75.99 percent of registered voters casting their ballots. This impressive participation aligns with elevated early voting numbers seen…
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Report to Laurens County Council: County Administrator Reflects on Hurricane Helene’s Impact and Community Resilience
November 6, 2024
At the recent meeting of the Laurens County Council on October 29, County Administrator Thomas Higgs addressed the profound impact of Hurricane Helene on the community, highlighting the significant challenges…
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Child Care Assistance is Available for South Carolinians Affected by Hurricane Helene
November 6, 2024
South Carolinians affected by Hurricane Helene may be eligible for FEMA Child Care Assistance even if they did not have property damage. FEMA may award payment for Child Care Assistance…
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South Carolinians May Be Eligible for Transitional Sheltering Assistance
November 3, 2024
South Carolinians who have been displaced from their homes by Hurricane Helene may be eligible for Transitional Sheltering Assistance (TSA) from FEMA. Individuals and households who have applied for disaster…
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Inaugural WaterSC meeting brings together statewide collaborators to plan for the preservation and management of South Carolina’s water resources
October 31, 2024
Representatives from multiple state agencies and stakeholder groups joined Gov. Henry McMaster for the first meeting of the WaterSC Water Resources Working Group. WaterSC is a newly launched statewide initiative…
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SCDES announces recipients of DERA grant funding to support clean air projects
October 30, 2024
The South Carolina Department of Environmental Services (SCDES) has announced the winners of this year’s grant funding from the U.S. Environmental Protection Agency (EPA) that supports South Carolina’s State Diesel…
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Laurens County Sheriff’s Office Issues FEMA Fraud Alert: Residents Urged to Stay Vigilant
October 30, 2024
The Laurens County Sheriff’s Office has issued a fraud alert warning residents about potential scams involving individuals posing as FEMA representatives. The alert follows reports of unsolicited calls and emails…
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South Carolinians Affected by Hurricane Helene Can Apply for FEMA Assistance and SBA Disaster Loan at the Same Time
October 29, 2024
In addition to applying for FEMA assistance, homeowners and renters in designated South Carolina counties have the option to apply for a low-interest disaster loan from the U.S. Small Business…
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State Treasurer Curtis Loftis launches new personal finance lesson for Elementary Students
October 29, 2024
Free classroom kit available for first 100 teachers who sign-up State Treasurer Curtis Loftis announced the launch of a new personal finance lesson plan designed to engage kindergarten through second grade…
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Over 735,000 South Carolinians Cast Ballots in First Week of Early Voting
October 29, 2024
South Carolina voters are setting records in early voting turnout, with over 735,000 ballots already cast during the first week of the early voting period. As of October 26, more…
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DPH asks residents to use ‘Drug Take Back Day’ events to safely dispose of unused prescription medicines
October 24, 2024
Twice a year, in April and October, the U.S. Drug Enforcement Agency (DEA) partners with local law enforcement and other community organizations to host National Prescription Drug Take Back Days.…
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