City of Charleston awarded $10 million grant for King/Huger Pump Station
May 2, 2023The City of Charleston has been awarded $10 million in funding from the South Carolina Infrastructure and Economic Development Fund for the “King Street Pump Station” project, the second and…
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Elliott Davis announces move to the BullStreet District
May 2, 2023The Columbia office of Elliott Davis, LLC will occupy the second floor of the BullStreet District’s WestLawn office building beginning this fall. More than 80 employees will move into approximately…
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State Treasurer Curtis Loftis joins coalition of state financial officers in slamming Biden’s penalty on responsible homebuyers
May 2, 2023State Treasurer Curtis Loftis today announced he and 33 other state financial officers have united to speak out against new federal policy that will make it more expensive for homebuyers…
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Laurens County Chamber of Commerce Receives Communication Excellence Award for “Monday Midday Minutes” Radio Segment
April 28, 2023The Laurens County Chamber of Commerce (LCCC) recently received a Carolinas Association of Chamber of Commerce Executives (CACCE) 2023 Communication Excellence Award for Advertising and Marketing, specifically the “Monday Midday…
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The City of Fountain Inn Awarded $9,999,075 from the Rural Infrastructure Authority
April 27, 2023The Rural Infrastructure Authority has awarded the City of Fountain Inn a grant of $9,999,075 to address the aging clay pipes, brick manholes, and service laterals that were installed over…
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FN America expanding South Carolina footprint into Pickens County
April 27, 2023FN America, LLC (FN America) is the United States subsidiary of FN Herstal, S.A., a global firearms manufacturer, that announced plans to expand its South Carolina footprint with a new…
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CAE celebrates SC Aviation Week and receives proclamation from Governor McMaster, new terminal projects announced
April 27, 2023As part of a statewide celebration of South Carolina Aviation Week this week (April 23 – April 29, 2023), hosted by the South Carolina Aviation Association, the Columbia Metropolitan Airport (CAE) welcomed Governor…
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Regional Hospice & Palliative Care Provider Announces New Name
April 27, 2023Hospice of Laurens County Will Continue Serving the Community as VIA Health Partners Hospice & Palliative Care Charlotte Region (HPCCR), and Hospice of Laurens County, announce their official name change…
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Cooper Motor Expands with Acquisition of Rizer Chevrolet GMC in Walterboro SC
April 26, 2023Chip Cooper of Cooper Motor Company in Clinton, South Carolina, announced today the acquisition of Rizer Chevrolet GMC in Walterboro, South Carolina. Cooper Motor Company was founded in 1938 by…
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Helicopter Unveiling Event Shows Off Newest Air Medical Asset in Laurens County
April 26, 2023LifeNet and Prisma Health hold unveiling event to highlight expanded air medical service in Upstate South Carolina A life-saving helicopter is flying over Laurens County thanks to a new air…
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Clinton High School Boys Tennis Advance to Second Round of Playoffs
April 26, 2023Last week the Clinton High School Boys Tennis Team closed out their regular season two home wins taking the title of Region Champs. On Tuesday the team took on Broome…
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Upstate Warrior Solution hosts Rupert Huse Veteran Center ribbon cutting
April 25, 2023Upstate Warrior Solution (UWS) hosted the official ribbon cutting ceremony for the new Rupert Huse Veteran Center (RHVC) on Wednesday, April 19 at 770 Pelham Road in Greenville. The first…
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Clinton High Boys Tennis Team Win Regional Championship and Head to Playoffs
April 24, 2023The Clinton High School Boys Tennis Team rounded out their regular season this past week with two home wins, including a big win on senior night, and a win on…
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Columbia College announces twenty-first President
April 21, 2023On April 20, 2023, the Columbia College Board of Trustees welcomed students, faculty, staff, and alumni leadership of Columbia College to announce the appointment of Dr. John Dozier as the…
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BorgWarner Inc. expanding Oconee County operations
April 20, 2023$42.7 million investment will create 122 new jobs BorgWarner Inc. (BorgWarner), a global leader in mobility solutions, announced plans to expand its facility in Oconee County. The company’s $42.7 million…
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USC School of Law dean William Hubbard elected to prestigious national academy
April 20, 2023William C. Hubbard, dean of the School of Law, has been elected to the American Academy of Arts and Sciences. The academy is a prestigious fellowship of artists, scholars and leaders…
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BBQ Fundraiser to Help Science Olympiad Teams Raise Funds to Go to National Competition
April 19, 2023The legacy of winning continues for the Clinton Middle School and Clinton High School Science Olympiad teams. Both teams won the State championship on April 1 and are preparing to…
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ABC Carolinas names Kristen Powell as President and CEO
April 17, 2023The Board of Directors for Associated Builders and Contractors (ABC) of the Carolinas (ABC Carolinas) announced that Kristen Powell has been named the chapter’s new President and Chief Executive Officer…
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Postal Service Rate Increase Pending
April 16, 2023On April 10th 2023, the United States Postal Service filed notice with the Postal Regulatory Commission (PRC) of mailing services price changes to take effect July 9, 2023. The new…
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Clinton Economic Development Corporation Posts RFP for Redeveloping 100 and 102 West Main Street
April 16, 2023The Clinton Economic Development Corporation recently posted a Request For Proposal (RFP) seeking qualified developers to submit their proposals to redevelop 100 and 102 West Main Street in Clinton. The…
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Laurens Native, James “Bubba” Rawl, Tapped for New Director Position with South Carolina Department of Education
April 16, 2023Last week James “Bubba” Rawl resigned from his position on the Laurens District 55 School Board. The resignation was a result of his new position. Rawl has been hired to…
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Kate Dabbs promoted to President of TealHaus Strategies
April 11, 2023With a range of clients spanning industries and locations across the United States, Greenville-based marketing firm TealHaus Strategies is rapidly growing and strategically building its team to prepare for the…
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Clinton Middle and Clinton High Win State Science Olympiad at The Citadel
April 11, 2023Saturday, April 1, is usually reserved for harmless pranks and practical jokes; however, on the first Saturday of April and the first day of Spring Break, two Clinton teams had…
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LushAcres 2nd Annual Spring Festival and LC Buzz Discount Available
April 10, 2023Much has changed at LushAcres Farm and Market since they opened just a few years ago. While work has been done on the farm, plans have also been in the…
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Laurens County Museum Launches Membership Drive and Highlights 2022 Achievements
April 10, 2023The Laurens County Museum recently held a press conference to announce the launch of a two-month membership drive and highlight achievements in recent years. During the months of April and…
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Need Help with Diapers? Diaper Drive Thru Scheduled for April 11
April 10, 2023What is a “Diaper Drive Thru” you ask? It’s a convenient way for parents and guardians of young children to get a little help with diapers and wipes. It started…
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Laurens City Fire Department Receives Fire Safe South Carolina Designation for 2022
April 5, 2023Fire Safe South Carolina (FSSC) and its partners recently recognized 132 fire departments across the state for their active participation in developing community risk reduction (CRR) plans for their jurisdictions…
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Laurens County Republican Party Holds County Convention to Elect New Leadership
April 5, 2023The Laurens County Republican Party held their bi-annual county convention on Saturday, April 1, 2023, at the Ridge in Laurens. The purpose of the convention is to elect county party…
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Diaper Drive Thru in Laurens at NEW Location on April 11
April 5, 2023The next Diaper Drive Thru will be held on April 11 from 4-6 pm, Wattsville Drug, 24 Sirrine Street in Laurens. This is a new location and combined with the…
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The Lumberyard Craft Beer and Wine Bar Announces Grand Opening – April 15
April 5, 2023The Lumberyard Craft Beer and Wine Bar in downtown Clinton, SC has set their grand opening for Saturday, April 15 starting at 12 pm. The event will feature a wide…
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Hospice of Laurens County – More About Living Than Dying
April 5, 2023For most of us, the word hospice conjures up thoughts of “end of life” and dying with dignity and minimal pain. At Hospice of Laurens County, it’s less about dying…
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City of Laurens Showcased During National Main Street Now Conference
April 4, 2023It’s no surprise to business owners in Laurens that Main Street Laurens is a strong and thriving program. Last year the Buzz reported on the awards and achievements coming out…
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Maundy Thursday “Tenebrae” Service at Westminster Presbyterian Church
April 4, 2023Westminster Presbyterian Church in Clinton will hold a Maundy Thursday Tenebrae Service on Thursday, April 6 at 7:00 pm. What is a Tenebrae Service? “The purpose of the service is…
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The Lumberyard to Host Live Music Bingo on Wednesday
April 3, 2023Two weeks of being open and The Lumberyard is adding to the lineup. Wednesday night The Lumberyard will host live music bingo from 7:00 – 8:30 pm. Are you thinking,…
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Maynard Cooper & Gale and Nexsen Pruet officially merge to become Maynard Nexsen
April 3, 2023On April 1, 2023, Alabama-based Maynard Cooper & Gale and Carolinas-based Nexsen Pruet officially merged to become one national law firm: Maynard Nexsen. The firm’s more than 550 professionals operate…
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President Costin called to new assignment, serving CSU through June 30
April 3, 2023In a letter to the Charleston Southern community earlier, Dr. Dondi Costin announced that he has been called to a new assignment and will serve as CSU president through June…
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LCSO is Building Relationships of Trust One Fist Bump at a Time
April 3, 2023Last Friday was a cold Spring morning but a great day for the second Fist Bump Friday. On Friday Laurens County Sheriff, Don Reynolds and Deputies were on the scene…
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New Market Executive for Bank of America Private Bank
April 2, 2023Gregg N. Frierson has been named South Carolina Market Executive for Bank of America Private Bank. In this role, he leads the overall efforts of the Charleston, Columbia and Greenville…
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DiamondHead Holdings and Great Southern Homes announce closing of business combination to form United Homes Group
March 31, 2023DiamondHead Holdings Corp. (“DiamondHead”)(NASDAQ: DHHC), a special purpose acquisition company, and Great Southern Homes, Inc. (“Great Southern Homes”), one of the largest homebuilders in the Southeast, jointly announced that they…
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Subcommittee Chairman Duncan Celebrates the Passage of H.R. 1, the Lower Energy Costs Act
March 31, 2023On Thursday, Energy, Climate, and Grid Security Subcommittee Chairman Jeff Duncan released the following statement to celebrate the bipartisan passage of H.R. 1, the Lower Energy Costs Act, in the…
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Prisma Health announces Julian Kim, MD, as new Cancer Institute president
March 30, 2023Julian Kim, MD, has been appointed president of the Prisma Health Cancer Institute. In this role, he will oversee the health care system’s comprehensive cancer program which is the largest…
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World Finance named one of Newsweek’s Most Trustworthy Companies in America 2023
March 30, 2023Award recognizes U.S companies that exemplify three public pillars of trust For the second year in a row, World Finance has been named to Newsweek’s Most Trustworthy Companies in America…
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Lumberyard Lineup for Saturday in Clinton
March 29, 2023If you missed the “soft opening” last Saturday and haven’t dropped by during the week, they are ready to welcome you this weekend. Last weekend’s crowd was large and supportive…
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Family Promise Launches “Shelter and Lovie” Campaign
March 29, 2023On March 15, Family Promise of Laurens County kicked off the “Shelter and Lovie” campaign to raise money for families who need emergency shelter. With an $80 donation, you will…
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First Citizens Bank enters into whole bank purchase of Silicon Valley Bridge Bank, N.A.
March 28, 2023First-Citizens Bank & Trust Company, a subsidiary of Raleigh-headquartered First Citizens BancShares, Inc., announced that it has entered into an agreement with the Federal Deposit Insurance Corporation (FDIC) to purchase…
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Laurens to Feature Major Headliners at July 3rd Celebration, Capital Cities and Better than Ezra
March 27, 2023The City of Laurens announced Monday, March 27th, that the City’s annual Independence Day celebrations held on July 3, 2023, will feature not one, but two internationally known award-winning bands:…
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Lumberyard Launches to Large Crowd in Clinton
March 26, 2023The Lumberyard in Clinton opened for business on Saturday to a large supportive crowd. It was said to be a “soft opening,” but it looked more like a grand opening.…
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Cirba Solutions establishing South Carolina operations in Richland County
March 22, 2023Over $300 Million investment will create more than 300 new jobs Cirba Solutions, a comprehensive battery management and materials company, today announced plans to build its newest state-of-the-art, flagship operations…
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Laurens County to Host Young Farmers and Agribusiness Association State Meeting
March 22, 2023In July Laurens County will host the South Carolina Farmer & Agribusiness Association 2023 Summer Tour. This brings the opportunity for the county to showcase the diverse agriculture that Laurens…
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The Voters Have Spoken – Senn Re-elected for Second Term
March 21, 2023It took two times to the polls but the voters in the City of Laurens have spoken. Mayor Nathan Senn was re-elected in a close race beating his opponent Randy…
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