Midlands leaders discuss rail elimination and alignment
May 2, 2022Midlands leaders gathered today for a press conference focused on rail elimination and alignment. Local officials who supported the press conference included representatives from the SC Senate, SC House of…
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SC Housing homebuyer program offers low rates, $10,000 in assistance to ‘Palmetto Heroes’
May 2, 2022
With home prices and interest rates on the rise, achieving the goal of homeownership can be a challenge for many South Carolina residents. With this in mind, SC Housing continues…
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S.C. Treasurer Curtis Loftis Looking for Laurens County Residents with Unclaimed Property
April 29, 2022
State Treasurer Curtis Loftis may be looking for you. That’s because his office has more than $6.7 million in unclaimed funds that belongs to people living in Laurens County. “An…
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Sumner Bender named executive director of The Nickelodeon
April 29, 2022
Sumner Bender, an educator in Lexington-Richland School District 5 and president of the board of Trustus Theatre, will become the new executive director of The Nickelodeon arthouse theater on June…
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New Trash Collection Service Launched in Laurens County
April 28, 2022
Brothers, Brown and Neal Patterson, have recently developed a new trash collection service for Laurens County residents. Carolina Waste Management is a local, family-owned rural residential trash collection service, focusing…
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Famously Hot New Year to sunset annual event
April 27, 2022
After a decade of bringing visitors, residents, businesses, and community and civic leaders from diverse backgrounds together for South Carolina’s largest free New Year’s Eve party in downtown Columbia, South…
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Chernoff Newman names McCament as new CEO
April 27, 2022
Carolinas-based integrated communications agency taps industry veteran for senior leadership role Chernoff Newman, South Carolina’s longest-standing and most prominent integrated marketing communications agency, has appointed industry veteran Carrie McCament as…
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PurePower to expand footprint in Richland County
April 27, 2022
PurePower Technologies, which supplies diesel fuel injection systems for Ford Motor Co. and other diesel engine manufacturers, is expanding its operations in Richland County. The company plans to invest $5.4…
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It’s Jazz Time at PC!
April 27, 2022
The newly formed Jazz Band at Presbyterian College performed to a large crowd for their debut on Tuesday night. The program included eleven pieces with classic jazz selections and less…
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Lexington District One Superintendent Dr. Little announces resignation
April 21, 2022
Lexington County School District One Superintendent Dr. Gregory D. Little announced he has accepted a new role as Vice President of Strategic Partnerships and Innovation with the South Carolina Technical…
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Earth Day County Wide Clean Up Friday April 22
April 21, 2022
Keep Laurens County Beautiful director Courtney Stonell is leading a countywide effort to make a difference locally this Friday for Earth Day. Everyone is encouraged to clean up Laurens County.…
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Gov. Henry McMaster Signs Convention of the States Bill into Law, Issues Signing Statement
April 17, 2022
On Thursday, Governor Henry McMaster signed into law H. 3205, Convention of the States, and issued a signing statement. “Efforts to rein in federal spending and reduce the national debt have repeatedly met…
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Helping Our Service Members During Military Saves Month
April 17, 2022
By South Carolina Treasurer Curtis Loftis I always look forward to recognizing and promoting the annual observance of Financial Literacy Month in April. As State Treasurer, I enjoy providing our…
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39 Grant Applications Submitted for ARPA Funding in Laurens County
April 13, 2022
Laurens County has closed the application process for funding from the American Rescue Plan (ARP). The county will receive $13.1 million in ARP funds, of which up to $2.5 million…
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Director of Laurens County Emergency Management and Laurens County 911 Announces Retirement
April 12, 2022
County Administrator Thomas Higgs announced at Tuesday’s council meeting that Laurens County Emergency Management Director, Joey Avery would be retiring. Council voted to authorize the administrator to post, execute a…
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Laurens County Water and Sewer Commission awarded $2 million in EDA grant
April 12, 2022
U.S. Secretary of Commerce Gina M. Raimondo announced Tuesday that the Department’s Economic Development Administration (EDA) is awarding a $2 million grant to the Laurens County Water and Sewer Commission,…
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Miwon Specialty Chemical USA, Inc. celebrates grand opening in Richland County, SC
April 12, 2022
Company hosts ribbon cutting to showcase its newest manufacturing facility Company leaders from Miwon Specialty Chemical USA, Inc. welcomed stakeholders and community allies to the grand opening and ribbon cutting…
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Fuyao Glass America announces major expansion in Greenville County, SC
April 12, 2022
Fuyao Glass America Inc., a venture of China-based Fuyao Glass Industry Group Co. Ltd. (Fuyao Group), announced plans to expand its operations in Greenville County, S.C. The company’s $34.5 million…
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Thornwell Holds Child Abuse Prevention Awareness Breakfast
April 11, 2022
April is Child Abuse Awareness and Prevention Month. Thornwell is partnering with the Children’s Trust of South Carolina to raise awareness about this issue. South Carolina ranks 41 in the…
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Garden Party brings PC students and community together
April 8, 2022
A dedicated group of Presbyterian College students and an equally dedicated group of local gardeners held a party last weekend for their Clinton neighbors. Members of English professor Dr. Justin…
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Central Carolina Community Foundation presents the ninth annual Midlands Gives Day on May 3
April 6, 2022
Following another record-breaking year in 2021 with $3.34 million raised, Central Carolina Community Foundation welcomes more than 540 local nonprofits to its ninth annual Midlands Gives Day. The 18-hour online giving challenge takes…
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Charleston Water System CEO Kin Hill announces retirement
April 6, 2022
Assistant CEO Mark Cline to Become CEO August 12. Charleston Water System (CWS) CEO Kin Hill announced his retirement effective August 12 after 35 years with the utility. The CWS…
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Clinton High and Clinton Middle Complete SC Science Olympiad Sweep
April 5, 2022
As Yoda may have said in a galaxy far, far away but more clearly and concisely articulated by the Clinton Anatomy teams’ coach, Dr. Stan Walsh, “No longer is there…
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Two Rounds of Severe Storms This Week
April 5, 2022
Possible Freeze In Colder Upstate Locations This Weekend A one-two punch of severe weather is on the way this week. Our weather remains quiet through tonight and early tomorrow, but…
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Sage Automotive Interiors promotes Chris Heard to Chief Executive Officer
April 4, 2022
Sage Automotive Interiors today announced the promotion of Chris Heard to President and Chief Executive Officer of Sage and the transition of former Sage President Dirk Pieper to Chairman of…
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Sportsman Boats Manufacturing Inc. expanding operations in Dorchester County
March 31, 2022
$8 million investment to create 75 jobs Sportsman Boats Manufacturing Inc., a family-owned and -operated maker of saltwater fishing boats, today announced plans to expand its operations in Dorchester County.…
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EO Charleston presents entrepreneurship awards during Inc. 5000 event
March 29, 2022EO Charleston hosted an entrepreneurship celebration event on March 24 at Hall’s Signature Events and presented several awards to local business owners in front of nearly 100 guests, including some…
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CIU’s Bachelor of Science in Nursing receives state approval
March 28, 2022
The South Carolina Board of Nursing has approved Columbia International University’s Bachelor of Science in Nursing (BSN) program to open this August for the 2022-2023 academic year. The program comes…
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Bon Secours names Chief Clinical Officer in Greenville
March 28, 2022
Bon Secours St. Francis Health System welcomed aboard its new Chief Clinical Officer, Dr. Bruce Swords, today. He is new to the Greenville area and brings with him a wealth…
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UofSC’s Folks Center for International Business hosting forum on March 29 on the humanitarian cost of the global food crisis
March 24, 2022
Special guest speaker David Beasley, former South Carolina governor and head of the U.N. World Food Programme, which was awarded the 2020 Nobel Peace Prize The Folks Center for International…
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Local BBQ Competition Team Takes Grand Champion Title at Charleston Competition
March 23, 2022
Everyone likes good barbecue, and a local competition team has bragging rights after competing in the Triple B Cowboy Challenge and BBQ Throwdown event last weekend. Hey Good Buddy Competition…
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Blood Drive Scheduled for March 24 at Clinton Library
March 21, 2022
Blood supply continues to be at critically low levels. The Clinton branch of the Laurens County Library System will hold a blood drive on Thursday, March 24 from 10 am…
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The Arnold Companies celebrate with opening ceremony at The Palms
March 21, 2022Joined by Matt Kennell of the City Center Partnership, Councilman Howard Duvall of The City of Columbia, Brian Samson with Ameris Bank, Alan and Charles Kahn of M.B. Kahn Construction,…
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New law increases distance limits between a boat, docks in many S.C. waters, prohibits wake surfing within 200 feet
March 20, 2022
A new law signed into effect March 14 by Governor McMaster establishes on most of South Carolina’s major reservoirs a new 100-foot distance limit that boats underway must observe…
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Senn’s State of the City Address Shines Light on Improvements and Growth
March 17, 2022
Mayor Senn brought another first to Laurens on Tuesday with the city’s first “state of the city” address. The setting for the event was the Capitol Theatre now owned by…
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Jay Lucas not seeking reelection
March 15, 2022
S.C. House Speaker Jay Lucas announced today that he will not seek reelection. Governor Henry McMaster issued the following statement: “Speaker Jay Lucas has served the people of South Carolina…
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Spectrum announces 350 new jobs in West Columbia
March 15, 2022
Inbound Sales Representatives Can Earn More than $55,000 Annually, with Comprehensive Benefits and Career-Growth Opportunities Spectrum and South Carolina Gov. Henry McMaster today announced plans for the company to hire…
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Spotlight on Agriculture 2022 Awards Dinner Held
March 14, 2022
Last week“who’s who” of agriculture came out for the 48th Annual Spotlight on Agriculture. The event was held at First Presbyterian Church, and it was a packed house. The event…
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City of Laurens First State of the City Address Scheduled for March 15
March 14, 2022
Another first for Laurens will take place on Tuesday, March 15. Laurens Mayor, Nathan Senn, will take to the stage at the Historic Capitol Theatre in downtown Laurens to provide a…
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SC Rep Jones Leads Effort to Suspend South Carolina Gas Tax
March 10, 2022
This week two bills were filed in the South Carolina House of Representatives aimed at easing record breaking prices people are paying at the pumps. This legislation would suspend the gas…
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Koch & Co., Inc. establishing operations in Barnwell County
March 9, 2022
$5.1 million investment to create 101 new jobs Koch & Co., Inc., an American-made door and cabinet manufacturer, today announced plans to establish operations in Barnwell County. The company’s $5.1…
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NAM honors Nephron CEO Lou Kennedy for extraordinary commitment to manufacturing in America
March 8, 2022
The National Association of Manufacturers today honored NAM board member and Nephron Pharmaceuticals CEO and Owner Lou Kennedy with the Manufacturing Icon Award during the NAM’s spring board meeting in…
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Bintelli LLC expanding operations in Charleston County
March 1, 2022
$455,000 investment to create 72 new jobs Bintelli LLC, a manufacturer and distributor of mopeds, scooters and electric vehicles, today announced plans to expand operations in Charleston County. The company’s…
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First Community Bank expands to Rock Hill, South Carolina region with team of veteran local bankers
March 1, 2022
First Community Bank, headquartered in Lexington, South Carolina, is expanding to York County, South Carolina with the intent to open a loan production office in Rock Hill. Catherine H. Faircloth,…
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DHEC gradually closing its COVID-19 testing sites beginning today
March 1, 2022
Beginning today, March 1, the South Carolina Department of Health and Environmental Control (DHEC) will begin scaling back the number of agency-managed vendor COVID-19 testing sites across the state. The…
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Laurens County Resident Appointed to South Carolina Veterans’ Trust Fund Board
February 27, 2022
A Laurens County resident has been appointed to serve as a board member of the South Carolina Veterans’ Trust Fund. The Veterans’ Trust Fund of South Carolina was established to…
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PC Students Hold Unity March
February 26, 2022
Approximately 240 Presbyterian College students, faculty, and staff marched across campus Thursday in solidarity with women and people of color.Multicultural Student Union organizers said they organized the Unity March to…
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Bentley Pontoons expanding operations in Lexington County
February 23, 2022
$5.9 million investment to create 50 new jobs Bentley Pontoons, a manufacturer of high-quality affordable boats, today announced plans to expand operations in Lexington County. The company’s $5.9 million investment…
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Gov. Henry McMaster to U.S. Secretary of Defense Lloyd Austin: S.C. Will Not Court-Martial Guardsmen over Vaccine Mandate
February 21, 2022
Governor Henry McMaster recently sent a letter to U.S. Secretary of Defense Lloyd Austin urging him to rescind the federal vaccine mandate on National Guardsmen, explaining why it is likely…
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UofSC to expand civil rights education with $1.5 million gift from Williams to fund civil rights exhibits, programs and collections
February 17, 2022
A $1.5 million gift from Williams, an energy infrastructure company, will enhance the University of South Carolina’s Center for Civil Rights History and Research’s ability to share South Carolina’s important…
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