Clinton Accepting Applications for Three Planning Commission Seats
July 21, 2026
The City of Clinton is accepting applications for open seats on its Planning Commission, with vacancies available in Ward 2, Ward 4 and one at-large position. Planning Commission members help…
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Memorial Services Announced for Sen. Lindsey Graham
July 21, 2026
Memorial services for the late U.S. Sen. Lindsey Graham, R-S.C., will be held later this month in Washington and in his home state, his office announced Friday. A service will…
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The Therapy Place purchases six acres to expand services for children with special needs
July 21, 2026The Therapy Place has purchased a six-acre property in northeast Columbia, marking a significant milestone in the nonprofit’s mission to ensure every child with special needs has the opportunity to…
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Fortified Solar expanding Greenville County operations with $22.75M investment, 151 new jobs
July 21, 2026
Fortified Solar, a U.S. manufacturer of custom steel roofing systems with building-integrated photovoltaic (BIPV) technology, is expanding its operations in Greenville County with a $22.75 million investment expected to create…
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Call for Artists: City of Simpsonville Invites Local Submissions for 125th Anniversary Art & History Exhibit
July 20, 2026
In celebration of its landmark 125th anniversary, the City of Simpsonville, in partnership with the Simpsonville ARTS Foundation, is inviting local artists of all ages and experience levels to submit…
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Fireworks and Live Music: Amp’d Up Fridays to Close Out Summer Season with Grand Finale
July 20, 2026
The City of Mauldin is preparing to wrap up another successful summer of its popular outdoor concert series. The Amp’d Up Fridays finale will take place on Friday, July 31,…
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Safe, Local Greens Across the Golden Strip
July 20, 2026
While national supply chains deal with commercial produce recalls, staying close to home is the easiest way to keep crisp, fresh lettuce on your dinner table. Shopping locally at farms,…
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Street Eats & Local Treats: Where to Find the Best Food Trucks in Mauldin, Simpsonville & Fountain Inn
July 20, 2026
From gourmet smash burgers and artisan mac and cheese to authentic street tacos and sweet shaved ice, the mobile food scene across the Golden Strip is thriving. Whether you’re looking…
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Rabid Raccoon Found in Neighboring Greenwood County; DPH Urges Residents to Vaccinate Pets
July 20, 2026
A raccoon found in Hodges, in neighboring Greenwood County, has tested positive for rabies, prompting a reminder from state health officials for Laurens County pet owners to keep their animals’…
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Laurens County Names Public Information Officer, Pledging Clearer Communication
July 20, 2026
Laurens County has filled its long-vacant public information officer position, naming Darbi Jackson to the role effective July 1, 2026, the date the county’s new budget took effect. Jackson has…
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Chief Copeland Reflects on 26 Years Behind the Badge as He Prepares to Retire
July 20, 2026
After 26 years in law enforcement, all of them with the Laurens Police Department, Chief Heath Copeland is stepping away from the badge and trading late-night phone calls for early…
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All-Season Raffle From SC Hunters for the Hungry to Be Drawn Aug. 8
July 20, 2026
Time is running short for outdoor enthusiasts hoping to win a firearms package worth more than $3,600 while helping feed South Carolina families facing hunger. South Carolina Hunters for the…
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Laurens to Honor Retiring Police Chief Heath Copeland After 26 Years of Service
July 20, 2026
The city of Laurens will host a retirement celebration for Police Chief Heath Copeland, honoring his 26 years of service to the community. The drop-in event is set for Wednesday,…
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Laurens Named One of South Carolina’s Top 10 Most Hospitable Towns
July 20, 2026
The City of Laurens has landed on WorldAtlas.com’s list of the 10 Most Hospitable Towns in South Carolina, earning national recognition for the kind of small-town welcome that residents have…
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Saving Lives and Reducing Stigma: Inside Mauldin Fire’s New Opioid Response Program
July 19, 2026
In a proactive effort to combat the ongoing substance use crisis and protect local residents, the Mauldin Fire Department has officially launched its new Opioid Response Program. The community-focused initiative…
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Grand Strand Health celebrates grand opening of Murrells Inlet ER
July 16, 2026
The local community gathered on Wednesday evening, July 15 to celebrate a major milestone in regional healthcare as Grand Strand Health hosted the official ribbon-cutting ceremony and open house for…
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Detpak USA selects Spartanburg County for first U.S. manufacturing facility
July 16, 2026
Detpak USA, a global manufacturer of paper and board packaging products, has selected Spartanburg County for its first U.S. manufacturing operation, a multi-million-dollar investment expected to create more than 50…
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EPC Power opens new Fountain Inn manufacturing facility, plans 275 new jobs
July 16, 2026
EPC Power has opened a new 167,000-square-foot manufacturing facility in Fountain Inn that will nearly triple the company’s U.S. production capacity as demand grows for power systems supporting artificial intelligence…
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Laurens County, LCWSC Secure $1 Million Grant for Clinton-Area Sewer Line Replacement
July 15, 2026
CDBG award will fund replacement of a 1981 force main serving more than 1,600 connections. In partnership with Laurens County Council, and with the assistance of the Upper Savannah Council…
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Gov. McMaster Appoints Darline Graham to Fill Late Brother’s U.S. Senate Seat
July 15, 2026
In a historic and deeply personal transition, South Carolina Governor Henry McMaster has appointed Darline Graham (also known as Darline Graham Nordone) to the United States Senate to fill the…
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EPC Power Launches Fountain Inn Facility to Fuel AI Data Centers, Creating 275 Jobs
July 15, 2026
In a significant economic boost for the Golden Strip, California-based clean-tech manufacturer EPC Power officially opened a brand-new, 167,000-square-foot production facility at 111 Southcase Boulevard in Fountain Inn. The grand…
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A Close Call Next Door: What the Move Over Law Means for Laurens County Drivers
July 15, 2026
A Greenville County deputy came within a half second of losing his life on Interstate 85 earlier this month, and Laurens County law enforcement leaders say the driving that nearly…
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State Election Commission Rules June Democratic Primary Voters Ineligible for Aug. 11 Special Republican Primary
July 15, 2026
Voters who cast a ballot in the June Democratic Primary will not be eligible to vote in the Aug. 11 Special Republican Primary for U.S. Senate, the South Carolina State…
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State Election Commission Rules June Democratic Primary Voters Ineligible for Aug. 11 Special Republican Primary
July 15, 2026
Voters who cast a ballot in the June Democratic Primary will not be allowed to vote in the Aug. 11 Special Republican Primary for U.S. Senate, the South Carolina State…
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Laurens County Council Approves Data Center Moratorium, Honors Special Olympics Champions
July 15, 2026
Laurens County Council worked through a full agenda at its Monday, July 13, 2026 meeting, recognizing local Special Olympics athletes, approving a temporary moratorium on data center development, advancing two…
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NSF taps Clemson for energy grid innovation
July 14, 2026
Federal investment of up to $160 million in multi-institutional, public-private collaboration to nurture technological innovation and workforce development to meet the nation’s rising demand for reliable electricity. The National Science…
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Fountain Inn Fire Department Earns SAFE Designation, Making Fountain Inn the First City in Greenville County with Both Police and Fire Departments Recognized
July 14, 2026
The City of Fountain Inn is proud to announce that the Fountain Inn Fire Department has earned the Sexual Assault Forensic Excellence (SAFE) Designation, becoming only the second fire department…
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Gov. McMaster appoints Darline Graham to the U.S. Senate
July 13, 2026Cover photo: SCETV Live Stream Governor Henry McMaster today announced the appointment of Darline Graham to the United States Senate to fill the vacancy created by the passing of…
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Gov. McMaster Appoints Darline Graham to the U.S. Senate
July 13, 2026
Governor Henry McMaster today announced the appointment of Darline Graham to the United States Senate to fill the vacancy created by the passing of U.S. Senator Lindsey Graham. Ms. Graham…
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A Way in the Wilderness: The Decision, and the People Who Showed Up (Part 2 of 4)
July 13, 2026
Editor’s note: This is the second installment in A Way in the Wilderness, a four-part series following Laurens County resident JoDee Watkins through her breast cancer journey, told in her…
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The Race to Replace Graham: Key Dates in South Carolina’s Senate Special Primary
July 13, 2026
South Carolina election officials have released the schedule of dates and deadlines for the 2026 special primary that will set the Republican nominee for the U.S. Senate seat left open…
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U.S. Sen. Lindsey Graham dies at 71
July 13, 2026
U.S. Sen. Lindsey Graham, a South Carolina Republican who spent more than two decades in the Senate and became one of the chamber’s leading voices on defense and foreign policy,…
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Clinton Planning Commission to Hold Public Hearing on Highway 56 South Annexation
July 12, 2026
The City of Clinton Planning Commission will hold a public hearing Tuesday, July 14, at 6 p.m. in the City Council Chambers at the M.S. Bailey Municipal Center, 211 N.…
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Move Over or Face the Consequences: Greenville County Deputy Theo King on South Carolina’s Move Over Law
July 12, 2026
In last week’s episode of the Roll Call podcast, the Greenville County Sheriff’s Office sits down with Deputy Theo King to talk about South Carolina’s Move Over Law, the steep…
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U.S. Sen. Lindsey Graham Dies at 71; Governor to Name Interim Successor
July 12, 2026
U.S. Sen. Lindsey Graham, a South Carolina Republican who spent more than two decades in the Senate and became one of the chamber’s leading voices on defense and foreign policy,…
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U.S. Sen. Lindsey Graham Dies at 71; Governor to Name Interim Successor
July 12, 2026
U.S. Sen. Lindsey Graham, a South Carolina Republican who spent more than two decades in the Senate and became one of the chamber’s leading voices on defense and foreign policy,…
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Columbia Museum of Art appoints new executive director
July 9, 2026
Dr. Laura Mueller joins the team on August 3 The board of trustees of the Columbia Museum of Art announces the appointment of Laura J. Mueller, Ph.D., as the museum’s…
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Clemson University Board of Trustees selects Benjamin C. Ayers as president
July 9, 2026
Clemson University’s Board of Trustees on Thursday unanimously selected Benjamin C. Ayers, Ph.D. as the University’s next president. Ayers will assume the presidency on Aug. 1. A nationally respected academic…
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All Clear: Security Threat Resolved After Suspicious Packages Prompt Evacuation at Simpsonville Municipal Complex
July 8, 2026
Local authorities have given the all-clear following a major security scare that forced the evacuation and temporary closure of the Simpsonville Municipal Complex on Wednesday morning. According to an immediate…
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Summer Flavors: Mauldin’s First Annual Food Truck Festival Sets Date at Sunset Park
July 8, 2026
A major new culinary tradition is headed to the heart of Mauldin later this month, promising an expansive lineup of local eats, live entertainment, and family activities. Organizers have officially…
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WhatsApp Account Takeover Scam Spreads as Fraudsters Hijack Users Through Verification Codes
July 8, 2026
Community members who use WhatsApp are being urged to stay alert as a fast spreading account takeover scam continues to hijack profiles across the country, locking users out and turning…
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South Carolina Tax Free Weekend Returns August 7 to 9
July 8, 2026
South Carolina shoppers can skip the sales tax on school supplies, computers, clothing, footwear and other back-to-school essentials during the state’s annual Tax Free Weekend, which runs Friday, Aug. 7,…
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Historic Courthouse Square Gets Fresh Look, 14 New Parking Spaces in Downtown Laurens
July 7, 2026
Downtown Laurens has a refreshed centerpiece following improvements to the Historic Courthouse Square that city officials say enhance both the appearance and function of the district. The City of Laurens…
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SC7 Expedition Reaches Clinton This Sunday with Musgrove Mill Hike
July 7, 2026
The South Carolina 7 Expedition arrives in Laurens County this Sunday, July 12, with a public hike at Musgrove Mill State Historic Site in Clinton as part of the statewide…
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City of Laurens Police Chief Heath Copeland Retires After More Than 26 Years of Service
July 7, 2026
On Friday July 3rd at the City’s Annual Freedom Fest Independence Day celebration Mayor Nathan Senn announced the retirement of Chief of Police Heath Copeland Jr. and presented him with…
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South Carolina Tax Free Weekend Returns August 7 to 9
July 7, 2026
South Carolina shoppers can skip the sales tax on school supplies, computers, clothing, footwear and other back-to-school essentials during the state’s annual Tax Free Weekend, which runs Friday, Aug. 7,…
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Laurens County Families Face Uncertain Future as Child Care Scholarship Funding is Reduced
July 7, 2026
54% Reduction in Smart Start Child Care Scholarships Threatens Workforce Stability, Child Care Access, and Kindergarten Readiness for Laurens County First Step Families. South Carolina’s Child Care Scholarship Program supports…
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WhatsApp Account Takeover Scam Spreads as Fraudsters Hijack Users Through Verification Codes
July 7, 2026
Community members who use WhatsApp are being urged to stay alert as a fast spreading account takeover scam continues to hijack profiles across the country, locking users out and turning…
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Mungo Homes acquires McGuinn Homes, expands Southeast presence
July 7, 2026Mungo Homes, a Clayton Home Building Group builder, announced the acquisition of McGuinn Homes, a highly respected builder in South Carolina for over 40 years. The acquisition strengthens Mungo’s current…
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Kevin Guskiewicz to remain at Michigan State, leaving Clemson president search unresolved
July 7, 2026
The search for the next president of Clemson University has reopened after the university announced that its previously selected candidate has decided to remain at his current institution. In a…
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