Laurens County Resident “Skills Up” for Higher Earning Potential
October 5, 2022
September was Workforce Development Month in South Carolina. There is a real need for technically trained individuals. With short-term training a person can tap into careers with good earning potential…
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Two Clinton High Seniors Named Semi-Finalists for National Merit Scholarship Program
October 3, 2022
National Merit Scholarship Corporation (NMSC®) recently announced the names of over 16,000 Semifinalists in the 68th annual National Merit Scholarship Program. Included as National Merit Semifinalists in the 2023 National…
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Gov. Henry McMaster, Congressman James E. Clyburn, S.C. Broadband Office: Over 100,000 More S.C. Households Received Access to Broadband in Just Over 1 Year
October 3, 2022
Governor Henry McMaster and Congressman James E. Clyburn were joined by officials from the South Carolina Office of Regulatory Staff’s State Broadband Office to announce that just over one year…
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Hurricane Ian Expected to Make Landfall in South Carolina
September 29, 2022
The National Hurricane Center recently issued a hurricane warning for portions of the South Carolina coast. Forecasters now believe Ian, which is currently a tropical storm, will make landfall somewhere…
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Hurricane Ian Delays Squealin’ on the Square One Week
September 28, 2022
Main Street Laurens and officials from the City of Laurens have announced that the city’s annual fall barbeque festival, “Squealin’ on the Square,” has been rescheduled to take place next…
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Brenda Stewart Becomes Laurens County’s Second Woman in over Half a Century to Receive South Carolina’s Highest Civilian Honor
September 26, 2022
Brenda Stewart, a resident of Clinton, SC and active community leader, has been awarded The Order of the Palmetto. This is the highest civilian honor that can be bestowed in…
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All American Machine-Gun Shoot Coming to Laurens County
September 21, 2022
After a 50-year run of the Knob Creek Machine Gun Shoot (in West Point, Kentucky), the cancellation of the event left a void that the All American Machine Gun Shoot…
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Westminster Church to Host Diaper Drive for Those in Need
September 16, 2022
Westminster Presbyterian Church (WPC) in Clinton is partnering with the Carolina Pregnancy Center (CPC) in Spartanburg to provide “Diaper Drives” in Laurens County. “We know people are struggling and we…
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Europastry establishing operations in Laurens County
September 14, 2022
$23 million investment will create 155 new jobs Europastry, a global leader in baked goods, today announced plans to establish operations in Laurens County. The company’s $23 million investment will…
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Thornwell Celebrates the Dedication of The Read Right Center
September 11, 2022
Facility is Made Possible by a Generous Gift from the Cornelson Family in Memory of George Cornelson, IV. Thornwell, a nonprofit organization committed to the most innovative and effective solutions to…
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City of Laurens Confirms Feasibility Study and Issues RFP for Boutique Hotel in Laurens
September 7, 2022
Officials of the City of Laurens, South Carolina were pleased to announce that the firm commissioned to complete a Hotel Market Feasibility Study for Laurens, Core Distinction Group, LLC, is…
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District 56 Test Scores Increase Pre-Covid Era
September 6, 2022
Laurens County School District 56 test scores defy national trends on state assessments. District 56 test scores exceed pre-pandemic levels. “We have worked incredibly hard as a team to coordinate…
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Generating the Buzz in Laurens County for Two Years
August 31, 2022
You’ve heard the proverb; necessity is the mother of invention. On September 1, 2020, the Laurens County Buzz was launched to fill a need in Laurens County. Today the Buzz…
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A Laurens County Icon – Whiteford’s Celebrates 65 Years
August 29, 2022
If you’re relatively new to Laurens County, it might take a few weeks, but you’ll soon figure out that Whiteford’s of Clinton and Laurens are two of the go-to places…
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Clinton Teen, Mia Carles, Wins SC Junior Golf Association Championship Keeping with Family Tradition
August 22, 2022
Seven champions were recently crowned at the Thomas D. Todd All Stars Championship hosted by Rock Hill Country Club. The A.W. Tillinghast design was a tough test for the golfers,…
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Stogie’s on Musgrove Launches with Soft Opening
August 21, 2022
Stogies on Musgrove is open for business. The first of its kind in Laurens County, the cigar lounge, is a place for locals to relax and enjoy a fine hand…
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SCDPS KICKS OFF DUI CAMPAIGN AHEAD OF LABOR DAY WEEKEND, END OF 100 DEADLY DAYS OF SUMMER
August 18, 2022
As part of the Sober or Slammer enforcement campaign, the South Carolina Department of Public Safety will be cracking down on impaired driving August 19 through the Labor Day weekend.…
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Clinton Fire Department Announces Third Annual Smoke Alarm Blitz
August 10, 2022
The City of Clinton Fire Department’s Third Annual Smoke Alarm Blitz is scheduled for October 15th. Department personnel, along with the Red Cross and state fire partners will respond to…
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Stogie’s on Musgrove Cigar Lounge Coming to Clinton
August 8, 2022
Another new business is coming to downtown Clinton in just a few weeks. Stogies on Musgrove, a cigar lounge, will join a growing list of cigar lounges in the Upstate…
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Meet Clinton’s New Fire Chief
August 1, 2022
Many little boys grow up dreaming to be a firefighter. Chief Jeremy Marshall is living that dream. After serving as Interim Chief since November 2021, Marshall was promoted to Clinton…
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Laila’s Place – Clinton’s Ice Cream Parlor to Open August 5
August 1, 2022
Scooping Ice Cream and Southern Hospitality Laila’s Place in Clinton, not to be confused with the Newberry location, is scheduled to open at noon on Friday, August 5 and you…
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Steamers Restaurant Gets Surprise Visit from Governor McMaster
July 25, 2022
It was your typical Monday until it wasn’t at Steamers in Clinton. The AC was out (being replaced on Tuesday), Musgrove Street was closed for water line maintenance and then…
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Keith Grounsell Appointed Chief of Laurens Police Department
July 25, 2022
After a highly competitive selection process, Laurens Mayor Nathan Senn announced the appointment of the City’s next Police Chief, Keith P. Grounsell. “We are committed to pursuing the safety, peace,…
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Attorney General Alan Wilson announces Court rules federal government cannot force SC to allow biological males to compete on girls’ sports teams, use girls’ showers/locker rooms
July 20, 2022Attorney General Alan Wilson announces a federal court has ruled that the federal government cannot force schools in South Carolina and 19 other states to follow new anti-discrimination rules. The…
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Family Promise to Hold 2nd Annual HOME IN ONE Golf Tournament
July 19, 2022
Family Promise of Laurens County (FPLC) will be holding their 2nd Annual HOME IN ONE Golf Tournament, Friday October 7th at Lakeside Country Club. Registration is at 8:00 am with…
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Rootimentary – A Unique Dining Experience Coming to Laurens this Fall
July 18, 2022
A much-anticipated new restaurant on the Public Square in Laurens will be opening this Fall and there is already much buzz about it. This could just be a story about…
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SC7 Features Laurens County as Part of 30-Day Expedition
July 13, 2022
SOUTH CAROLINA SC7 is a partnership between two South Carolina based non-profit organizations, Global Eco Adventures and the South Carolina National Heritage Corridor. The mission of SC7 is to get…
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Laurens County Animal Shelter Annual Pick Me SC Adoption Event Underway
July 11, 2022
On July 8, the Laurens County Sheriff’s Animal Shelter kicked off the annual Pick Me SC adoption event. Shelters across the state are joining forces in an effort to get…
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Operation Southern Slow Down July 17-23
July 9, 2022
Operation #SouthernSlowdown will run from July 17-July 23 and you know what that means. Law enforcement across the southeast is teaming up to save lives and eliminate crashes during the…
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Fountain Inn Fire Chief to Retire this Month
July 7, 2022
With over 26 years of service to the city, Chief Ronnie Myers has genuinely dedicated his career to the betterment of Fountain Inn. “As a city leader, I witness firsthand…
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Laurens County Community Foundation Grant Application Process Opens
July 7, 2022
The Laurens County Community Foundation (LCCF) is pleased to announce the commencement of the seventh annual Laurens County Community Enhancement Grant Program. Competitive grants in amounts up to $1500 will…
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Cindy Jacobs with LCSD 56 to Present at National Conference
July 6, 2022
Cindy Jacobs, Director of Child Nutrition for Laurens County School District 56 will be a speaker at the School Nutrition Association’s Annual National Conference which will be held in Orlando,…
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LCSD 55 Will Require Clear Backpacks for All Students Beginning with the 2022-2023 School Year
July 6, 2022
Laurens County School District 55 (LCSD 55) is making it clear that safety of students, teachers and faculty members is a top priority. With efforts to continue enhancing safety measures…
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Gov. Henry McMaster Directs State Agencies to Publicly Disclose Information on Budget Earmark Recipients
July 6, 2022
Governor’s executive order shines spotlight on how funds are spent Governor Henry McMaster today issued Executive Order 2022-19, which directs state agencies to disclose online detailed information about the entities who…
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Attorney General Alan Wilson challenges Biden’s National Highway Traffic Safety Administration fuel efficiency and electric vehicle requirements
July 6, 2022
Attorney General Alan Wilson is challenging the National Highway Traffic Safety Administration’s (NHTSA) corporate average fuel economy standards (CAFE) for certain cars and light trucks. The regulation seeks to impose…
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Freedom Fest Parade and Laurens Lights the Night
July 4, 2022
Laurens County knows how to celebrate and that’s exactly what happened over the Fourth of July weekend. Sunday afternoon a parade with entries from across the County made the way…
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Laurens County Freedom Fest Starts Friday
June 29, 2022
Independence Day or July 4th is not until Monday, but Laurens County is set to celebrate all weekend long. “I feel like a kid on Christmas Eve! I can’t wait…
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New Chief Appointed to Lead Laurens Fire Department
June 27, 2022
Mayor Nathan Senn announced today (Monday, June 27, 2022) the appointment of Neil Roberts as the next Chief of the City of Laurens Fire Department. Roberts will officially take over…
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South Carolina Attorney General Alan Wilson confirms state’s Fetal Heartbeat Law now in effect
June 27, 2022South Carolina Attorney General Alan Wilson confirms that the state’s Fetal Heartbeat Act is now in effect after the U.S. District Court of South Carolina stayed the injunction that was…
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Attorney General Alan Wilson applauds U.S. Supreme Court’s decision protecting religious freedom
June 27, 2022
South Carolina Attorney General Alan Wilson applauded the decision released today by the Supreme Court of the United States that protects the religious rights of public employees. The Court ruled…
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Gov. Henry McMaster Announces Line Item Vetoes of FY 2022-2023 State Budget
June 22, 2022
Governor Henry McMaster today announced his Line Item Vetoes of FY 2022-2023 State Budget. The governor’s 73 vetoes total over $52.6 million. This year’s budget includes a record number of…
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Notice to the Public from Laurens County Water and Sewer Commission
June 22, 2022
During the week of July 25, 2022, Laurens County Water and Sewer Commission (LCWSC) will begin the process of changing the disinfectant used for water treatment from free chlorine to…
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City of Laurens Celebrates Juneteenth
June 20, 2022
Juneteenth celebrations in Laurens kicked off on Friday with the City of Laurens honoring the legacy of Mr. C.D. and Mrs. Lucinda Beasley by designating South Harper Street Extension as…
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Laurens County to See Additional Law Enforcement in Next Few Days
June 16, 2022
Motorists in Laurens, Chester, Fairfield and Berkeley counties will see additional enforcement over the next few days as the SC Department of Public Safety continues its ACE (Area Coordinated Enforcement)…
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District 56 lead nurse recognized by Palmetto Gold nursing program
June 16, 2022
District 56 Lead Nurse Shalina Mode earned statewide recognition for excellence in the nursing profession. Shalina Mode, RN received the Palmetto Gold Award, placing her among 100 nurses across the…
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PC Offers $60 Million in Scholarships to Palmetto Girls State Participants
June 15, 2022
Presbyterian College’s kilt-clad president made a stunning and generous offer Tuesday to each of the 600 Palmetto Girls State delegates. Come to PC and receive a $ 25,000-a-year scholarship.President Dr.…
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“Celebrating Our Voices and Our Votes” Luncheon
June 13, 2022
The idea came from a conversation about Women’s History Month and how to encourage conversation and cooperation between all communities in Laurens County. The result was the Laurens County Women’s…
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A “Perfect’’ Visit from National Accreditor Puts PC’s Education Department in Elite Territory
June 13, 2022
Presbyterian College’s Education Department is in elite company after getting a perfect visit from the Council for the Accreditation of Educator Preparation this spring.The department met all seven of the…
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Laurens County Hospital Hiring Event
June 7, 2022
Laurens County Hospital is hiring! On Wednesday, June 22 Laurens County Hospital will hold an in-person hiring event from 9 am – 3 pm. Come to the event and meet…
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Police Chief Latimore Nominated by President to be U. S. Marshal
June 6, 2022
The White House announced Monday that President Biden has nominated Laurens Police Chief Chrissie Latimore to serve as the District of South Carolina’s next U. S. Marshal. The official announcement…
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