Still Hopes Episcopal Retirement Community names Donald Lilly as new President & CEO
December 8, 2025
Following a months-long nationwide search, Still Hopes Episcopal Retirement Community has announced its incoming Chief Executive Officer, Donald Lilly. Lilly most recently served as the Chief Operating Officer for The…
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Chris White named President & CEO of Columbia Metropolitan Airport
December 8, 2025
Columbia Metropolitan Airport (CAE) announced that Chris White, A.A.E. has been named President & CEO, effective January 5, 2026. “It’s a privilege to be chosen to serve as President and…
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Don’t Get It — Or Regret It: A Holiday-Market Lesson for Laurens County Doers, Dreamers, and Difference-Makers
December 8, 2025
By Brenda Stewart, Publisher There’s something magical about wandering through a European Christmas market — lights twinkling overhead, music drifting through cobblestone streets, vendors showcasing handcrafted treasures. While exploring one…
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Holiday Scams Grow More Sophisticated as Fraudsters Target Busy Season
December 5, 2025
As families, shoppers, and businesses gear up for the holiday rush, scammers are rolling out new tactics designed to take advantage of year-end financial activity. This is the time of…
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Advanced Metalworks expands Anderson County operations
December 4, 2025
$10.5 million investment will create 69 new jobs Advanced Metalworks, a metal fabrication company, has announced that it is expanding its operations in Anderson County. The company’s $10.5 million investment…
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GSP opens new parking garage and consolidated rental car facility
December 4, 2025
Greenville-Spartanburg International Airport (GSP) celebrates the opening of Parking Garage C and the consolidated rental car facility, delivering new infrastructure designed to support continued passenger growth and enhance customer experience.…
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Gov. Henry McMaster announces the Center for Cybersecurity at SCRA
December 3, 2025
Center Designed to Lead Statewide Coordination for Advancing Cyber Growth Governor Henry McMaster today announced the creation of the new Center for Cybersecurity at the South Carolina Research Authority (SCRA).…
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Advice from the Apothecary: Understanding Upcoming Insurance Changes
December 3, 2025
The team at Sadler Hughes Apothecary hopes this season finds everyone healthy and firmly on Santa’s Nice List. As part of the new quarterly “Advice from the Apothecary” feature, the…
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A Very Clinton Christmas Kicks Off This Thursday in Downtown Clinton
December 3, 2025
The holiday season is about to shine a little brighter in Downtown Clinton as A Very Clinton Christmasofficially kicks off this Thursday, bringing four days of festive celebrations, family fun,…
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Clinton Art Gallery Launches Shop Local Art Raffle to Support Downtown Businesses
December 3, 2025
With the Christmas season in full swing, the Clinton Art Gallery is doing its part to uplift local businesses and encourage holiday shopping close to home. In a creative twist…
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Diaper Drive-Thru on December 9 to Support Local Families
December 3, 2025
The Upstate Pregnancy Center (UPC) will hold its final Diaper Drive-Thru of the year on Tuesday, December 9, offering free diapers, wipes, and—new this month—Enfamil formula to families who can…
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Baxter Manufacturing expands Oconee County operations
December 2, 2025
15.7 million investment will create 36 new jobs Baxter Manufacturing, a supplier for the plastics industry, has announced that it is expanding its operations in Oconee County. The company’s $15.7…
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Citadel President to retire, culminating a 50-year career in public service
December 2, 2025The Citadel President Gen. Glenn Walters, USMC (Ret.), ’79, announced that the spring semester will be his last at The Citadel as he prepares to retire at the end of…
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Laurens Station Apartments Puts “Gratitude in Action” Into Practice With Thanksgiving Dinner Giveaway
December 1, 2025
As Thanksgiving preparations were being made across Laurens County, the owners of Laurens Station Apartmentsturned gratitude into meaningful action, surprising residents with a generous tenant-appreciation effort that provided complete holiday…
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GSP President and CEO Dave Edwards awarded Order of the Palmetto
November 25, 2025
Dave Edwards, President and Chief Executive Officer of the Greenville-Spartanburg Airport District, has been awarded South Carolina’s highest civilian honor, the Order of the Palmetto. The Order of the Palmetto…
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Echoes & Insights – The Laurens County Square and Historic Courthouse: A Civic Centerpiece
November 23, 2025
NOVEMBER 2025 COLUMN Echoes & Insights: The Laurens County Series. Readers are invited to journey through the history of Laurens County, uncovering the stories, places, and people that have shaped…
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Black Friday Fun on the Laurens Square: Pancakes, Shopping, and Holiday Cheer
November 22, 2025
Laurens County residents looking for a fun and festive start to their Black Friday will find plenty to enjoy on the Historic Square this year. On Friday, November 28, from…
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A Very Clinton Christmas: Four Days of Small-Town Holiday Magic
November 22, 2025
The City of Clinton and Main Street Clinton are ushering in the holiday season with A Very Clinton Christmas, a four-day celebration filled with festive events, family traditions, and the…
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LCWSC’s Gene Steele Honored as 2025 Wastewater Collections Operator of the Year
November 21, 2025
The Laurens County Water and Sewer Commission (LCWSC) is celebrating a major accomplishment this week as longtime team member Gene Steele has been named the 2025 Wastewater Collections Operator of…
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A Thanksgiving Message: Turning Gratitude into Action this Season
November 21, 2025
by Brenda Stewart, Publisher As we celebrate Thanksgiving this year, it’s tempting to simply list all the things we’re thankful for—and there’s certainly plenty. But beyond giving thanks, what if…
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20 SC Law Enforcement Leaders Rally Behind David Stumbo for Attorney General
November 21, 2025
Sheriffs and Solicitors Across the State Endorse Stumbo South Carolina Upstate Solicitor and Republican candidate for Attorney General David Stumbo announced today that 20 law enforcement leaders from across the…
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Rabies Case Confirmed in Laurens County; Six Residents and Two Pets Exposed
November 21, 2025
The South Carolina Department of Public Health (DPH) has confirmed a new rabies case in Laurens County involving a stray orange cat found near Geddy Road and Millrock Church Road…
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Mixed-use redevelopment named “Seaboard Vista” to honor historic legacy of Congaree Vista
November 20, 2025
Partners of the notable historic adaptive reuse project in Columbia, South Carolina’s Congaree Vista announce the project to be named “Seaboard Vista.” The name honors the legacy of the Seaboard…
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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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First Solar, Inc. establishing new Cherokee County facility
November 17, 2025
Solar panel production facility to commence operations in 2026, expecting to invest $330 million and creating over 600 new jobs First Solar, Inc., (First Solar) a leading American photovoltaic (PV) solar…
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A New Beginning Farm: Faith, Family, and Fresh Starts Fuel a Growing Laurens County Business
November 17, 2025
A New Beginning Farm may have started with a single act of kindness, but over the past decade it has blossomed into one of Laurens County’s most creative, personalized, and…
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County Council approves Transportation Sales Tax funding for 10 new Greenbelt projects
November 14, 2025Charleston County Council approved nearly $5 million in Transportation Sales Tax funding for Greenbelt projects that will protect more than 1,781 acres throughout the county. The 10 approved projects, part of the FY26 Summer…
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Finlay Park grand re-opening – Saturday & Sunday, November 15-16
November 14, 2025
As excitement builds for the Grand Re-Opening of Finlay Park, the City of Columbia has released important details on parking, shuttle transportation and safety guidelines for the celebration set for…
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From Pay Raise to Pay Cut: S.C. Supreme Court Halts Lawmakers’ Salary Increase
November 14, 2025
The South Carolina Supreme Court has overturned a controversial legislative pay increase approved earlier this year, ruling that the measure violated the state constitution and effectively cutting lawmakers’ pay rather…
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Kipp Group Establishing US Headquarters in Laurens County
November 12, 2025
$12.2 million investment will create 19 new jobs Kipp Group, an alliance of German companies, today announced it is establishing its U.S. headquarters in Laurens County. The company’s $12.2 million…
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The Timeless Elegance of the Harp: Kipper Ackerman Brings Classic Grace to Every Occasion
November 12, 2025
The graceful tones of a harp have long been associated with beauty, refinement, and a touch of magic—and South Carolina harpist Kipper Ackerman embodies each of those qualities in her…
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DartPoints expands Greenville data center to 12.5 MW to support enterprise and edge growth
November 12, 2025
$125 million expansion adds 88,000 square feet of high-density capacity for AI and critical IT power needs DartPoints, a leading regional provider of colocation, cloud and interconnection solutions, announced a…
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Mayor Knox White awarded the Order of the Palmetto
November 12, 2025
Celebrating three decades of transformative leadership, Gov. Henry McMaster awarded Mayor Knox White the Order of the Palmetto, South Carolina’s highest civilian honor. The recognition came during the dedication ceremony…
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Thanksgiving Sweetens a Local Effort to Support the First United Methodist Food Pantry
November 11, 2025
A local baking business, Sweet on Occasion, is turning generosity into something a little sweeter this Thanksgiving season. Sweet on Occasion, located inside the Sanitary Market on the Square, is…
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Shop Local First this Holiday Season: Choosing Community with Intention
November 11, 2025
Laurens County—As the holiday rush begins, the Laurens County Buzz is encouraging residents to put local small businesses at the top of their shopping lists. When neighbors choose local first—before…
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Boeing South Carolina breaks ground on 787 site expansion
November 11, 2025Boeing marked the groundbreaking of its Boeing South Carolina (BSC) site expansion. Home of the 787 Dreamliner program, BSC is set to increase production to a rate of 10 airplanes…
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GATHER COLA announces grand opening in the BullStreet District
November 11, 2025Gather COLA, Columbia’s only open-air food hall, announced its grand opening on Friday, December 5, 2025, in the heart of the BullStreet District. Located at 2191 Pickens Street, Gather GOLA…
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Remembering All Who Serve – Veterans and Their Families
November 10, 2025
By Brenda Stewart, Publisher Last week, I had the pleasure of attending Marchant Real Estate’s quarterly networking lunch in Greenville, SC. With Veterans Day approaching, veterans were recognized, and the…
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Upstate Pregnancy Center to Host November Diaper Drive-Thru in Clinton
November 10, 2025
The Upstate Pregnancy Center will hold its next diaper drive-thru on Tuesday, November 11, from 4:00 p.m. to 6:00 p.m. in downtown Clinton. The event will take place in the…
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CHS Junior Mia Carles Makes School History with State Golf Championship Win
November 10, 2025
The A/AA State Girls Golf Championship was held Tuesday, October 28, at Chester Golf Club, concluding a weather-altered event that proved historic for Clinton High School. Originally scheduled as a…
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CADP celebrates the opening of CORNERSTONE – the premier training facility to power the workforce of the Midlands region
November 6, 2025
Governor Henry McMaster and other partners tour the new state-of-the-art, 41,000-square-foot regional training facility The CORNERSTONE: Economic Development & Workforce Training Center has officially opened its doors, marking a major…
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Laurens County Native Dawson Green Completes NYC Marathon
November 5, 2025
Laurens County native Dawson Green crossed the finish line of the 2025 TCS New York City Marathon on Sunday with a time of 4 hours and 25 minutes, completing an…
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Vulcan Real Estate Development unveils vision for Grand Willow hotel in Columbia’s BullStreet District
November 5, 2025
Vulcan Real Estate Development unveils its plans for the Grand Willow hotel, a new boutique destination coming to the heart of Columbia’s historic BullStreet District, located at 1571 Freed Street,…
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Laurens County GOP to Host Lt. Governor Pamela Evette at Museum Event Nov. 10
November 5, 2025
The Laurens County Republican Party will welcome South Carolina Lt. Governor Pamela Evette to the Laurens County Museum on Monday, November 10, for the third installment of its Gubernatorial Candidate…
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Southern Financial Corporation and Southern Bank announce the proposed sale of Georgia branches to Palmetto Citizens FCU
November 4, 2025
Southern Financial Corporation and Southern Bank today announced they have entered into a definitive agreement to sell their Georgia branches to Palmetto Citizens Federal Credit Union (“Palmetto Citizens”). Palmetto Citizens will acquire the physical locations…
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A taste of excellence: MICHELIN Guide announces inaugural American South selection
November 4, 20254 restaurants in South Carolina earn a MICHELIN One Star in inaugural selection The MICHELIN Guide announced the inaugural selection for the American South, and it features 10 One MICHELIN…
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Downtown Spartanburg growth leads to historic job creation and support
November 3, 2025
A new report shows that construction projects in Downtown Spartanburg underway or completed since 2017 will have an economic impact of more than $1.77 billion countywide. The data-driven update, assembled…
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Celebrating 60 of South Carolina’s most influential military leaders
November 2, 2025By MidlandsBiz South Carolina is a military state: Home to Fort Jackson, the largest U.S. Army basic training facility in the nation; Parris Island, one of only two Marine Corps…
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American Legion Post 25 Earns Department of South Carolina Children & Youth Award
November 2, 2025
American Legion Post 25 of Laurens has been honored with the Children & Youth Award at the American Legion Department of South Carolina State Convention, in recognition of the post’s…
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College of Charleston builds new Center for Intentionality
October 30, 2025
At the College of Charleston, intentionality has become more than a course on living better and is changing the way students approach their lives. The growing movement took a major…
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