PC’s Center for South Korean and East Asian Studies Takes Shape During Overseas Visit
February 2, 2023
Presbyterian College kicked off its signature new Center for South Korean and East Studies by sending a delegation to South Korea last month to build partnerships and relationships.PC president Dr.…
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City of Laurens to Host Valentine’s Day Open Air Event
January 31, 2023
With Valentine’s Day just around the corner you might say that “love is in the air.” The City of Laurens is counting on it as they announce a new twist…
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Mayoral Candidates Sound Off on the Issues – Clinton Edition
January 30, 2023
On March 7 residents of Clinton will go to the polls to vote for a new mayor. On the ballot will be three candidates: Leonard Pitts, Randy Randall and Ronnie…
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Local Band is Contender for Best Album in Upstate Music Awards
January 24, 2023
The Upstate Music Awards were created to honor musicians and bands making original music, as well as the producers, studio engineers, photographers, videographers, and visual artists who work with them. Contestants must live and…
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Income Tax Season Begins
January 24, 2023
The South Carolina Department of Revenue (SCDOR) and the IRS began accepting Individual Income Tax returns on January 23, 2023. The filing deadline for both state and federal returns is Tuesday,…
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Clinton Family YMCA Renovates Indoor Pool and Adds Cardio Equipment
January 23, 2023
If you’re a member of the Clinton Family YMCA you’ve noticed some changes lately. The first upgrade is the renovation of the indoor pool. Being the only indoor pool in…
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Straight Street of Laurens Announces New Executive Director
January 23, 2023
Straight Street of Laurens has announced the selection of Mr. Van Tumblin as their next Executive Director, effective immediately. Van is a native of Laurens County and the owner of…
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Laurens County Teacher Selected as WYFF4 Golden Apple Award Winner
January 22, 2023
If you watch WYFF4 News you are very familiar with the Golden Apple Award. Each week during the school year the station highlights one teacher in the viewing area to…
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Yanfeng Expanding Operations in Laurens County
January 18, 2023
$49.6 million investment to create approximately 58 new jobs over the next five years COLUMBIA, S.C. – Yanfeng, a leading global automotive supplier, today announced the expansion of its operations…
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Roc’s Burgers in Clinton to Open Friday January 20
January 16, 2023
Owners Robert “Roc” and Evie Knight are excited to announce that Roc’s Burgers will open to the public on January 20. Initial hours of operation will be 11:00 am to…
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Dr. Matthew vandenBerg Will Step Down as PC President Effective June 30
January 11, 2023
VANDENBERG WILL BECOME PRESIDENT OF OHIO WESLEYAN UNIVERSITY Dr. Matthew vandenBerg announced his resignation as president of Presbyterian College effective June 30, 2023. He has been named the next president…
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Candidate Filing Closed for 2023 Laurens County Municipal Elections – Ballot Finalized for March Elections
January 8, 2023
Candidate filing closed Friday at noon for the Laurens County 2023 Municipal Elections on Tuesday, March 7. A run-off election, if needed, will be conducted on Tuesday, March 21. Early Voting will…
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A Taste of Home in Laurens to End Buffet Service
January 8, 2023
If you have ever been to A Taste of Home in Laurens you are familiar with the great “home cooked” items that are a staple on their buffet. Now, after…
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The Pasture Restaurant to Open – Wednesday, January 11 – Sneak Peek
January 8, 2023
The Buzz brought you the news of the new restaurant coming to downtown Clinton. Now we bring you an update on this new dining option and the announcement that the…
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Gov. Henry McMaster Announces FY 2023-2024 Executive Budget
January 8, 2023
Governor Henry McMaster announced his Fiscal Year 2023-2024 Executive Budget. As it has in past years the governor’s budget prioritizes fiscal responsibility and wise, transformative investments in education, infrastructure, public…
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South Carolina releases record-breaking industry recruitment in 2022
January 6, 2023
$10.27 billion in announced capital investment, most in state history The South Carolina Department of Commerce today released its 2022 industry recruitment results which reflect historic economic activity. From January…
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Laurens Mayor Nathan Senn to Seek Another Term
January 3, 2023
Laurens Mayor Nathan Senn has announced that he is seeking a second term. To those who have seen the progress of the city in recent years, that comes as welcome…
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New Federal Budget Includes Funding for Laurens County
December 27, 2022
U.S. Senator Lindsey Graham (R-South Carolina) recently announced the South Carolina projects that were included in the year-end spending bill set to be debated and voted on in both the…
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New Year’s Resolutions – History and Trending for 2023
December 27, 2022
As the new year approaches thoughts of New Year’s resolutions increase. But why and when did this ritual begin? The first New Year’s resolutions are said to date back more than…
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Laurens Electric Cooperative Prepared for Wind and Winter Weather
December 21, 2022
Preparation and plan of action already in place. Forecasters expect gusty winds and freezing temperatures to move into our service area on Friday. High winds can cause power outages, which…
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Preparing Your Home for the Frigid Weather Forecasted
December 21, 2022
It doesn’t look like we will have a white Christmas but it will definitely be a cold one. The forecast for Friday – Sunday calls for temperatures to be below…
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The Pasture Steakhouse Restaurant – Coming to Clinton in January
December 19, 2022
Opening a restaurant is not for everyone. Knowledge of the food service industry, supply chain issues, and customer service can be daunting for someone new to the industry. The Pasture…
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Open Hire Event for New Clinton Restaurant – December 19 and 20
December 19, 2022
Want to be a part of something new in Clinton? The soon to be open restaurant, The Pasture Steakhouse Restaurant, is holding an open hire event Monday and Tuesday, December 19…
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The Pasture Steakhouse Restaurant to Open in Clinton in January
December 15, 2022
When one door closes another door opens. Many patrons of Patriots Kitchen were sad to see them close and will forever miss the food and people. In January 2023 a…
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Prisma Health Laurens County Hospital Included in Money Magazine and The Leapfrog Group’s 2022 Best Hospitals for Maternity Care List
December 14, 2022
Prisma Health Laurens County Hospital is one of four Prisma Health facilities included in Money magazine and The Leapfrog Group’s 2022 Best Hospitals for Maternity Care list. Nine hospitals in…
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Touchdown Club Announces 2022 All-County Football Players and Other Awards
December 14, 2022
The Laurens County Touchdown Club Board of Directors and Player Selection Committee release the 2022 Laurens County Touchdown Club All-County Football players. New this year is a Lakelands FCA Christian Character…
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Laila’s Place in Clinton Announces New Hours
December 13, 2022
Laila’s Place in Clinton has announced new hours for December 13 – Dec 23. They will be open Tuesday – Saturday from 2pm – 6pm. Effective December 24th the Clinton…
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South Carolina 4-H Showcase Set for January 14
December 12, 2022
It’s a new name but the same great event. Formerly the Miss 4-H Pageant the SC 4-H Showcase will be held on Saturday, January 14 in the Clinton High School…
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South Carolina’s Natural Resource Management Agencies Sign Shared Stewardship Agreement
December 12, 2022
Accord establishes partnership to improve forest conditions on public and private lands. Directors of nine federal and state agencies came together today to sign a Shared Stewardship agreement at a…
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‘Twas the Night Before Christmas at Exit 2
December 7, 2022
by Joseph Dyches ‘Twas the night before Christmas and at Exit 2, The sign had been broken, that leads to me and you; It reflected no vision, no respect or…
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The Wait is Over – Rootimentary Now Open to the Public
December 5, 2022
Good things come to those who wait. It’s been a long wait since the announcement of an upscale restaurant coming to Laurens and by all accounts it was well worth…
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BJU Announces Free Tuition Program for South Carolina Residents
December 1, 2022
Bob Jones University today announced the launch of SC Pell Promise, a program which enables South Carolina residents to receive a tuition-free education if they receive a Pell Grant and…
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Randy Randall Announces Run for Mayor of Clinton
November 29, 2022
Former Clinton Mayor Randy Randall announced this week he will run once again to serve as the city’s mayor. Randall previously served in local government for a total of 17…
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Clinton Native, Andy Howard Announces Candidacy for Clinton City Council Ward 6
November 29, 2022
Andy Howard is a Clinton native. He spent eight years in the United States Marine Corps traveling the world in service to our country and in the end, he chooses…
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Laurens County Farmer Wins First Place at Sunbelt Ag Expo
November 21, 2022
Last month the Sunbelt Ag Expo was held inn Moultrie, Georgia. Among the competitions was the Southeastern Hay contest and this year’s winner is from Laurens County. Mr. Reed Edwards…
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Laurens County Humane Society in Need of Financial Support to Maintain Operations
November 21, 2022
The Laurens County Humane Society (LCHS) has been in operation since July 2015. They are a no-kill adoption center that accepts owner surrender dogs and cats as space permits. Using…
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Clinton Veterans Day Program Recognizes Three Local Veterans
November 14, 2022
The rain moved the City of Clinton Veterans Day program inside but didn’t stop people from coming out to show their support for local Veterans. It’s often said that military…
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Motor City Racks Expanding S.C. Presence with New Operations in Laurens County
November 9, 2022
$26 million investment will create 88 new jobs Motor City Racks, a supplier of automotive and industrial racking products, today announced plans to expand its South Carolina footprint with new…
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Patriots Kitchen in Clinton Closing Doors Permanently Friday
November 9, 2022
Tuesday was a sad day in Clinton with the announcement from Patriots Kitchen that they would be closing permanently on Friday, November 11. Another restaurant closing for reasons heard all…
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LCSO Sergeant Recognized for Saving a Life
November 7, 2022
Sergeant Amanda Alexander of the Laurens County Sheriff’s Office (LCSO) was recently recognized by Governor McMaster for saving a life by administering the overdose reversal drug naloxone in an emergency…
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City of Clinton Among 2022 Elevate Upstate Grant Finalists
November 3, 2022
Ten at the Top (TATT) is excited to host their Annual Celebrating Successes event on Wednesday, November 16th. At this event, the finalists for the 2022 Hughes Investments Elevate Upstate…
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Coat and Cozies Drive – Helping Those in Need
November 2, 2022
We may not get much snow in South Carolina but winter temps do dip into the frigidly cold zone. For those really cold days, everyone needs to bundle up with…
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A New Pizza Option in Clinton with Authentic Italian Flare
October 27, 2022
It’s a small storefront but it’s packed with flavor and flair and on day two of a soft opening they were busy. Very busy. Gerard’s Italian Pizza & Subs opened…
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Early Voting Starts and Deadline for Mail Absentee Ballot Application is Friday
October 24, 2022
Early voting started today and the deadline for mail absentee ballot application is Friday, October 28. Here is what you need to know about Early Voting and Absentee Voting. Early…
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PC unveils new strategic position as ‘America’s Innovative Service College’
October 24, 2022
Presbyterian College staked out an audacious market position as “America’s Innovative Service College” Friday during an event to announce the college’s new strategic plan. “Advancing the Championship Spirit: A Bold,…
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Presbyterian College to unveil bold new strategic direction at ‘Advancing the Championship Spirit’ Event
October 18, 2022
President Matthew P. vandenBerg to announce new strategic initiatives to propel PC into the future Presbyterian College will reveal its new modern market position and dynamic strategic blueprint at the…
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Early Voting and Absentee Voting – What You Need to Know Before the Midterm Elections
October 17, 2022
Voting in South Carolina changed when the new election law was signed on May 13 of this year. “The law is designed to strengthen our elections in South Carolina by…
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Support for Local Diaper Drives Grows – Fourth Diaper Drop Location Announced
October 12, 2022
The first Diaper Drive in Laurens County was a big success and interest in supporting the initiative continues to grow. Berkshire Hathaway HomeServices C. Dan Joyner Realtors in Clinton has…
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Piedmont Tech Extends No-Cost Option Through Summer 2023
October 12, 2022
Piedmont Technical College (PTC) is extending its No Cost for Tuition Option through Summer 2023. “The fact that enrollment has been up since we offered this option — 17 percent…
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Laurens Squealin’ on the Square Draws Large Crowds
October 10, 2022
Squealin’ on the Square celebrated its 21st birthday over the weekend. A great time was had by all. And even though Hurricane Ian delayed the fun, the festival was able…
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