Laurens County Land Use/Zoning Task Force to Host Public Input Meeting on May 15
May 12, 2025
The Laurens County Citizens for Land Use and Zoning Task Force invites all members of the public to attend an upcoming community input session on Thursday, May 15, 2025, at…
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South Carolina’s ‘Palmetto Payback’ Initiative Returns Unclaimed Funds to Residents
May 12, 2025
In a major effort to reunite South Carolina residents with money that rightfully belongs to them, State Treasurer Curtis Loftis has launched a new initiative called “Palmetto Payback.” This program…
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South Carolina Hands-Free Driving Bill Headed to Governor’s Desk After Legislative Approval
May 9, 2025
South Carolina is one step closer to joining the majority of U.S. states with hands-free driving laws. The “South Carolina Hands-Free and Distracted Driving Act” has passed both chambers of…
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Fountain Inn Fire Department Receives 52 Pet Oxygen Kits to Help Save Animal Lives Across Greenville County
May 7, 2025
On April 28, the Fountain Inn Fire Department received 52 pet oxygen kits through a collaborative effort with the Greenville County Fire Chiefs Association. These kits, provided by the Pet…
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SRO/Master Patrol
May 1, 2025
The City of Clinton Police Department is currently seeking qualified applicants for the Full-Time School Resource Officer position. Under occasional supervision, establishes and maintains a police presence on assigned school…
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Deadline Quickly Approaching for REAL ID Compliance — Are You Ready?
April 30, 2025
Time is running out for South Carolina residents to ensure they are compliant with federal REAL ID requirements. The deadline to have a REAL ID for boarding domestic flights and…
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SRO/Master Patrol
April 30, 2025
The City of Clinton Police Department is currently seeking qualified applicants for the Full-Time School Resource Officer position. Under occasional supervision, establishes and maintains a police presence on assigned school…
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SCDC Director Bryan Stirling to Step Down After More Than 11 Years of Service
April 28, 2025
SCDC Deputy Director for Operations Joel Anderson Named Acting Director Governor Henry McMaster today announced that S.C. Department of Corrections (SCDC) Director Bryan Stirling will step down from his position…
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Exciting Career Opportunities with the City of Clinton
April 27, 2025
The City of Clinton is now hiring for several key positions and invites individuals who are looking to make a difference in their community to consider joining the team. With…
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SC House Subcommittee Unanimously Advances Major Boating Tax Reform
April 27, 2025
Governor McMaster Announces His Support for Tax Cuts A major bipartisan push to cut South Carolina’s highest-in-the-nation boat property taxes gained momentum last week as the House Ways & Means…
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Laurens County Land Use/Zoning Task Force Invites Community Input at April 29 Meeting
April 27, 2025
The Laurens County Land Use/Zoning Task Force is inviting residents to be part of the important conversation about the future growth and development of Laurens County. A community meeting for…
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Governor Henry McMaster Appointed to President Trump’s Homeland Security Advisory Council
April 23, 2025
President Donald Trump has announced the formation of a new Homeland Security Advisory Council (HSAC), appointing South Carolina Governor Henry McMaster as one of its key members. The newly formed…
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Laurens County Administrator Thomas Higgs Announces Resignation, Accepts New Role in Colleton County
April 22, 2025
Laurens County Administrator Thomas Higgs has announced his resignation, sharing that he has accepted the position of County Administrator for Colleton County. Higgs, who has served as Laurens County Administrator…
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SCETV to livestream and broadcast the South Carolina Senate hearing on the question of causes for removal of the South Carolina State Treasurer
April 18, 2025
South Carolina ETV (SCETV) will livestream and broadcast a South Carolina Senate hearing on April 21 at 12 p.m. The hearing will focus on the question of causes for removal…
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Sullivan and Whitmier Sworn In at Laurens City Council Meeting
April 16, 2025
At the Laurens City Council meeting held Tuesday, April 15, 2025, Mayor Nathan Senn administered the oath of office to two council members. Alicia Sullivan was officially sworn in for…
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Public Safety and Prevention Lead Discussions at Laurens County Council Meeting
April 16, 2025
During the Laurens County Council meeting held Monday, April 14, 2025, several important matters were raised during the address to council segment, reflecting ongoing efforts to improve public safety, public…
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Reminder: South Carolina Tax Deadline Extended to May 1 – Not April 15
April 14, 2025
If you haven’t filed your 2024 South Carolina Individual Income Tax return yet, you’re not alone—and you’re not late either. Thanks to relief efforts following Hurricane Helene, the South Carolina…
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Mayor Senn Outlines Vision for the Future at 2025 State of the City Address
April 9, 2025
Mayor Nathan Senn delivered the 2025 State of the City address Tuesday evening at the Capitol Theatre, highlighting a year of historic service, community resilience, and bold plans for the…
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Clinton City Council Meeting Draws Crowd Amid Concerns Over Proposed Subdivision
April 9, 2025
The Clinton City Council Meeting on Monday, April 7, 2025, saw a packed house as council members considered the first reading of an annexation and zoning assignment application for a…
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SEC Sends Notice to Voters: Verify Your Information for the Next Election
April 8, 2025
In an ongoing effort to maintain the integrity of South Carolina’s statewide voter registration list, the South Carolina State Election Commission (SEC) announced that over 190,000 voter confirmation cards will…
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City of Fountain Inn Welcomes New Code Enforcement Officer
April 7, 2025
The City of Fountain Inn is pleased to announce the appointment of John Garrison as the City’s new Code Enforcement Officer. This newly established position is a critical step in…
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City of Clinton Assists Residents with Spring Cleaning
April 2, 2025
The City of Clinton is helping residents with their spring cleaning efforts by providing two dumpsters for convenient disposal of unwanted items. The dumpsters have been available since March 26,…
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Don’t Miss Out on Money: SCDOR Urges Filing Even If You’re Not Required
March 30, 2025
As the May 1, 2025, deadline for filing South Carolina Individual Income Tax returns approaches, the South Carolina Department of Revenue (SCDOR) is encouraging individuals and families to consider filing,…
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Governor Henry McMaster appoints Tony Catone as Next Director of the S.C. Department of Social Services
March 28, 2025
On Tuesday, March 18th Governor Henry McMaster appointed Anthony “Tony” Catone as the next director of the South Carolina Department of Social Services (SCDSS). Catone, who was named the agency’s…
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Senator Verdin Welcomed Dr. Bill Childers as Doctor of the Day at South Carolina Senate
March 26, 2025
In a heartfelt moment on the Senate floor last Thursday, Senator Danny Verdin offered a warm and personal welcome to Dr. William “Bill” Childers of Laurens, S.C., who served as…
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Statewide Burn Ban Continues as Wildfire Risk Remains High in South Carolina
March 26, 2025
The South Carolina Forestry Commission’s statewide burn ban remains firmly in place as high winds and dry conditions continue to elevate the risk of wildfires across the state. The ban,…
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South Carolina Leaders Propose Income Tax Cut to 3.99%
March 26, 2025
South Carolina lawmakers, joined by Governor Henry McMaster, unveiled a new proposal Tuesday that would reduce the state’s top personal income tax rate to a flat 3.99%. The announcement was…
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City of Clinton Public Works Announces Temporary Pickup Schedule Changes Due to Excessive Debris
March 24, 2025
The City of Clinton’s Public Works Department has announced temporary changes to its pickup schedule, now in effect until further notice, due to continuing excessive amounts of limb and tree…
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Britt Blackwell sworn in to SCDOT Commission
March 20, 2025
The South Carolina Department of Transportation is announcing the swearing in of Dr. James “Britt” Blackwell to its Commission. Blackwell, of Rock Hill, was appointed by Governor McMaster in December…
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Governor Henry McMaster Appoints Tony Catone as Next Director of the S.C. Department of Social Services
March 19, 2025
Governor Henry McMaster has appointed Anthony “Tony” Catone as the next director of the South Carolina Department of Social Services (SCDSS). Catone, who was named the agency’s acting director in…
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Judge James Conway “Jim” Todd IV Sworn in as Family Court Judge for the Eighth Judicial Circuit
March 17, 2025
A Momentous Occasion in Laurens On Thursday, March 13, 2025, friends, family, colleagues, and distinguished guests gathered in Laurens to witness the investiture of James Conway “Jim” Todd IV as…
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SC Housing helps public servants achieve homeownership with the ‘25 Palmetto Heroes Program
March 17, 2025
SC Housing is turning homeownership dreams into reality for South Carolina’s public service heroes through the 2025 Palmetto Heroes Program, which provides $10,000 in forgivable down payment assistance alongside low,…
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Deadline Approaching for REAL ID Compliance: What You Need to Know
March 12, 2025
The countdown to the enforcement of the REAL ID Act is underway, with the deadline set for May 7, 2025. After this date, U.S. travelers aged 18 and older will…
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Clinton City Council Pauses Selection of City Manager, Set to Reopen Application Process March 12
March 11, 2025
The Clinton City Council held a called meeting on Monday, March 10, to address personnel matters related to the ongoing search for a new city manager. In light of recent…
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Runoff Election for Clinton City Council District 3: Early Voting Begins March 12
March 11, 2025
Following a low voter turnout in the March 4 municipal elections, Clinton’s City Council District 3 race is heading to a runoff. With only eight percent of registered voters participating,…
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City of Laurens Announces Line Up of Events in March and April
March 10, 2025
As the days grow longer and the flowers begin to bloom, Downtown Laurens is gearing up for a lively spring season packed with exciting events. From live music and delicious…
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SCDOT Commissioners sworn in after confirmation
March 6, 2025
The South Carolina Department of Transportation is announcing the swearing in of two SCDOT Commissioners. Commissioner Sel Hemingway, Jr. will join SCDOT for his first term after being confirmed and…
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Low Voter Turnout in Municipal Elections Across Laurens County
March 5, 2025
Just eight percent of registered voters in municipalities across Laurens County went to the polls Tuesday, March 4, to cast their ballots in non-partisan municipal elections. According to the South…
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Murdaugh Lead Prosecutor Creighton Waters to Headline 2025 Samuel C. Waters Lecture at Presbyterian College
March 4, 2025
Creighton Waters, the lead prosecutor in the high-profile Alex Murdaugh trial, will deliver this year’s Samuel Calvin Waters Lecture in Political Science at Presbyterian College. His lecture, “State Grand Jury Corruption…
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SLED Launches New Cybersecurity Website to Protect South Carolinians
March 4, 2025
The South Carolina Law Enforcement Division (SLED) has launched a new cybersecurity website designed to serve as a central hub for cyber threat intelligence, resources, and best practices. The platform…
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Municipal Elections in Laurens County Tuesday, March 4th – Polls Open at 7 AM
March 3, 2025
Laurens County voters will head to the polls tomorrow, Tuesday, March 4, 2025, to vote in several local municipal elections across the county. Polls will be open from 7:00 a.m.…
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City of Clinton Issues Reminder on Debris Collection Guidelines
March 3, 2025
The City of Clinton is reminding residents of important guidelines regarding the collection of yard debris, wood, and construction materials as the community continues to recover from the aftermath of…
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Dirty Dozen Tax Scams for 2025: IRS Warns Taxpayers to Watch Out for Dangerous Threats
March 3, 2025
The Internal Revenue Service has announced its annual Dirty Dozen list of tax scams for 2025 with a warning for taxpayers, businesses and tax professionals to watch out for common…
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Governor Henry McMaster Declares State of Emergency Due to Wildfires
March 2, 2025
Statewide Outdoor Burning Ban Remains in Effect Governor Henry McMaster today issued Executive Order 2025-10, declaring a State of Emergency to support South Carolina’s ongoing response to wildfires burning across…
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Rural Collections Laborer
March 1, 2025
LAURENS COUNTY, SOUTH CAROLINAJOB DESCRIPTION JOB TITLE: LABORER WORK ENVIRONMENT: The work is typically performed outdoors. The employee is exposed to noise, dust, dirt, grease, machinery with moving parts, and inclement…
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Heavy Equipment Operator I
March 1, 2025
The City of Clinton is hiring a Heavy Equipment Operator I to work in their Public Works Department.For full details go to: https://www.governmentjobs.com/careers/cityofclintonsc? Full-Time – $39,520.00 – $47,840.00 Annually Category:…
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Engineer Jimmy Cauble Achieves State Firefighter Certifications and Promotion with Clinton Fire Department
February 28, 2025
Congratulations are in order for Clinton Fire Department Engineer Jimmy Cauble for his outstanding achievement in completing both the South Carolina Fire Academy’s Firefighter I and Firefighter II certification programs.…
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New to South Carolina? Here’s What You Need to Know About Filing State Taxes
February 26, 2025
South Carolina continues to be one of the fastest-growing states in the country, drawing thousands of new residents each year. According to the South Carolina Department of Revenue (SCDOR), determining…
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South Carolina Export Sales Total $38 billion in 2024, the Highest Volume Since 2019
February 25, 2025
Automotive continues to be dominant industry for the state’s exports Governor Henry McMaster, the South Carolina Department of Commerce (S.C. Commerce) and South Carolina Ports (SC Ports) today announced that…
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Laurens City Council Sends Zoning Ordinance & Map Back for Further Review; Public Feedback Encouraged
February 21, 2025
The City of Laurens continues its effort to update zoning regulations following City Council’s recent decision to send the proposed Zoning Ordinance & Map back to the Planning Commission for…
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