Bipartisan Push in Columbia: Lawmakers Propose 30-Day Gas Tax Holiday
March 25, 2026
Amidst a sharp spike in fuel prices driven by global instability, a bipartisan group of South Carolina lawmakers is moving to provide immediate relief at the pump. State Representative Mark…
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Laurens County Sheriff’s Office Issues Warning About DMV Text Scam
March 25, 2026
The Laurens County Sheriff’s Office is warning residents about a new text message scam circulating in the area that falsely claims to be from the South Carolina Department of Motor…
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Eight at Parker Law Group honored in Super Lawyers publications
March 22, 2026
HAMPTON, SC – Eight attorneys at Parker Law Group are honored in the just-released 2026 Super Lawyers directory and its companion piece, Rising Stars. They also are recognized in South…
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Mauldin Police Issue Scam Alert Targeting Upstate Residents
March 21, 2026
The Mauldin Police Department is warning residents to remain vigilant following reports of a group of traveling scammers operating in the Upstate and targeting homeowners with fraudulent home improvement services.…
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Cavanaugh & Thickens, LLC attorney named a top 100 civil plaintiff trial attorney in South Carolina
March 19, 2026
Partner and Personal Injury Attorney J. Eric Cavanaugh was named a Top 100 Civil Plaintiff Trial Attorney in South Carolina by The National Trial Lawyers. Cavanaugh was also recognized in…
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Citizens Academy Session 3 Focuses on Drug Awareness and School Safety
March 18, 2026
The Laurens County Sheriff’s Office continued its Citizens Academy on Tuesday, March 17, with Session 3 focused on drug awareness, prevention, and emerging issues affecting schools and communities. Participants heard…
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Mauldin Police Hosts National Training for School Resource Officer Certification
March 18, 2026
As school safety remains a top priority for families in the Upstate, the Mauldin Police Department is taking a lead role in professionalizing the officers who walk the halls. This…
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Mac McLean named 2026 Best Lawyers® ‘Lawyer of the Year’ for Litigation – ERISA in Greenville
March 16, 2026
The 2026 edition of Best Lawyers has named Haynsworth Sinkler Boyd, P.A. shareholder Arthur F. (Mac) McLean III “Lawyer of the Year” for Litigation – ERISA in Greenville, South Carolina.…
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Citizens Academy Explores Operations of the Laurens County Detention Center
March 16, 2026
Citizens Academy participants receive a behind-the-scenes look at booking, inmate care, and daily operations inside the Laurens County Detention Center. Last week, participants in the Laurens County Sheriff’s Office (LCSO)…
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What to know if your car is totaled in a South Carolina crash
March 16, 2026
By Harry A. Oxner, Partner Oxner & Stacy Law Firm The average repair costs in the United States depend on the severity of damage and the availability of parts. If the…
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Five from Burnette Shutt & McDaniel included in 2026 Super Lawyers
March 12, 2026
Five attorneys at Burnette Shutt & McDaniel, including the firm’s three founders, are listed in the 2026 edition of “Super Lawyers” and “Rising Stars.” The five also are honored…
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Fountain Inn Firefighters Join Statewide Legislative Advocacy Day in Columbia
March 11, 2026
Members of the Fountain Inn Fire Department traveled to the State House last week to participate in the annual Fire Service Legislative Day. The event, held on Wednesday, March 4,…
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Laurens County Officials Provide Update on $1.5 Million Wire Fraud Investigation
March 11, 2026
Laurens County officials have released additional details regarding the wire fraud scheme that resulted in more than $1.5 million in county funds being sent to cyber criminals earlier this year.…
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Connor Ocasal joins Haynsworth Sinkler Boyd’s Greenville office
March 9, 2026
Haynsworth Sinkler Boyd, P.A. welcomed Connor E. Ocasal to our Greenville office, where he focuses his practice on commercial litigation. Prior to joining Haynsworth Sinkler Boyd, Connor worked as an…
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15 Robinson Gray attorneys honored by Super Lawyers
March 9, 2026
Super Lawyers has named 10 attorneys with Robinson Gray law firm to its South Carolina list for 2026. Member Betsy Gray received additional distinction, earning a spot among the top…
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Laurens County K9 Deputies Join Statewide Effort Supporting “Fargo’s Law”
March 9, 2026
Deputies with the Laurens County Sheriff’s Office traveled to the South Carolina Statehouse on March 4 to show their support for proposed legislation aimed at strengthening protections for law enforcement…
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Amy Bower bolsters Parker Poe’s White Collar & Government Investigations team in South Carolina
March 5, 2026
Amy Bower recently joined Parker Poe’s Charleston, South Carolina office, following five years as an Assistant United States Attorney for the District of South Carolina, where she investigated and prosecuted…
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New attorneys join Collins & Lacy law firm
March 4, 2026
Collins & Lacy, P.C. announced four attorneys who have joined the firm. Attorneys Matthew Robins, Danielle Wilson, Nikole Haltiwanger, and Trevor Hughey have joined the firm that has locations in…
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Clinton Police Chief Addresses Questions About 287(g) Task Force Model Participation
March 4, 2026
The Laurens County Buzz is known for highlighting the good work happening across our community. At the same time, when questions or concerns arise — particularly regarding public safety —…
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Benjamin Garner, former federal prosecutor, strengthens Maynard Nexsen’s white collar defense bench
March 3, 2026
Maynard Nexsen announced that Benjamin N. “Ben” Garner has joined the firm as a Shareholder in the Government Investigations & White Collar Defense Practice Group. Mr. Garner will be based…
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Howell Morrison named 2026 Best Lawyers® ‘Lawyer of the Year’ for Bet-the-Company Litigation in Charleston
March 3, 2026
Haynsworth Sinkler Boyd, P.A. announced that Best Lawyers has named shareholder Howell Morrison “Lawyer of the Year” for Bet-the-Company Litigation in Charleston, South Carolina. The “Lawyer of the Year” recognition…
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Langley Law Firm announces Trey Still as new partner; firm renamed Langley Still & Foss
March 2, 2026
Langley Law Firm announced that experienced trial attorney Trey Still has joined the firm as a named partner. With his addition, the firm will now operate as Langley Still &…
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Lander Alumni See Success in Law School
March 2, 2026
For two Lander alumni, supportive mentors and relevant courses prepared them for success in law school and their careers as attorneys. Macy Gault and Jitwan Floyd are recent Lander alumni…
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Hands Off! South Carolina to Begin Issuing Citations for Mobile Device Use This Weekend
February 26, 2026
The grace period for South Carolina motorists is officially coming to an end. Starting Saturday, February 28, 2026, law enforcement officers across the Palmetto State will transition from issuing warnings…
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Serving Up Change: South Carolina to Enforce Mandatory Alcohol Server Training This Monday
February 26, 2026
A significant shift in South Carolina’s hospitality industry officially begins this weekend. Starting Monday, March 2, 2026, the state will begin enforcing the Responsible Alcohol Server Training Act, a new…
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South Carolina’s Hands-Free Driving Law Enforcement Begins as Warning Period Nears End
February 25, 2026
South Carolina’s Hands-Free and Distracted Driving Act, which took effect September 1, 2025, is entering a new phase this week as law enforcement shifts from warnings to full enforcement with…
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Cavanaugh & Thickens, LLC attorney named a Top 40 Under 40 Civil Plaintiff Attorney in South Carolina
February 25, 2026
William H. Yarborough, Jr., a personal injury attorney at Cavanaugh & Thickens, LLC, was named a Top 40 Under 40 Civil Plaintiff Attorney in South Carolina by The National Trial…
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New State Law Requires Alcohol Server Certification by March 2 — Local Businesses Urged to Prepare
February 24, 2026
Restaurants, caterers, bars, event venues, and mobile bartending services across Laurens County face a fast-approaching compliance deadline as South Carolina begins enforcement of its new mandatory alcohol server training law…
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Sergeant Embree Named 2025 Officer of the Year for Mauldin Police Department
February 22, 2026
The Mauldin Police Department has officially announced that Sergeant Embree has been awarded the prestigious title of Officer of the Year for 2025. The honor recognizes Embree’s exceptional commitment to…
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Attorney General Alan Wilson Sends Letter to Clinton Newberry Natural Gas Authority Regarding Recent Price Increases
February 19, 2026
South Carolina Attorney General Alan Wilson is looking into Clinton Newberry Natural Gas Authority’s (CNNGA) recent price increases for natural gas. “Our office received a number of complaints from constituents…
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LawyerLisa announces the promotion of Kellie Corbett to Senior Attorney
February 15, 2026
LawyerLisa announced the promotion of Kellie Corbett to Senior Attorney. Kellie joined the firm in April 2025 after relocating from the Raleigh area and brings 10 years of experience in…
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Joseph D. Dickey, Jr. named 2026 Best Lawyers® ‘Lawyer of the Year’ for Employment Law – Individuals in Columbia
February 12, 2026
Haynsworth Sinkler Boyd, P.A. announced that Best Lawyers has named shareholder Joseph D. Dickey, Jr. “Lawyer of the Year” for Employment Law – Individuals in Columbia, South Carolina, for 2026.…
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Lander Establishes Curtis G. Shaw Pre-Law Society to Honor Public Service, Leadership
February 9, 2026
Lander University has formally established the Curtis G. Shaw Pre-Law Society, honoring the late Greenwood native and distinguished jurist whose career exemplified public service, integrity and a lifelong commitment to…
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LCSO Citizens Academy Offers Inside Look at Local Law Enforcement
February 9, 2026
Community members are invited to go behind the scenes and gain firsthand insight into how the Laurens County Sheriff’s Office serves and protects residents every day through the upcoming Citizens…
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Chilly plunges and polished chrome: Mauldin Police launch dual fundraisers for Special Olympics
February 8, 2026
Mauldin Police Department is gearing up for a season of service and community spirit as it kicks off a series of fundraisers for Special Olympics South Carolina. The efforts begin…
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Lander Establishes Curtis G. Shaw Pre-Law Society to Honor Public Service, Leadership
February 8, 2026
Lander University has formally established the Curtis G. Shaw Pre-Law Society, honoring the late Greenwood native and distinguished jurist whose career exemplified public service, integrity and a lifelong commitment to…
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Barnes Alford Stork & Johnson, LLP announces new partners, Creasie Parrott Schlachter and Joshua G. Hill
February 6, 2026
Barnes, Alford, Stork & Johnson, LLP announces that Creasie Parrott Schlachter and Joshua G. Hill have been named partners in the firm. The firm’s decision recognizes their exceptional contributions to…
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HSB’s Nick Nicholson recognized among South Carolina’s Most Influential leaders
February 5, 2026
Haynsworth Sinkler Boyd, P.A. announced the firm’s Managing Director, Nick Nicholson, has been named to Integrated Media Publishing’s inaugural list of the Statewide 50 Most Influential People for 2025. The…
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Callison Tighe mourns the passing of colleague D. Reece Williams III
February 5, 2026
Callison Tighe & Robinson is mourning the loss of longtime colleague Reece Williams III, who passed away on January 18 at the age of 88. “One of the pleasures of…
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Adams & Reese welcomes former federal prosecutor
February 2, 2026
Adams & Reese announced that Rhett DeHart has joined the Am Law 200 firm’s Charleston office in its Intersection of Business and Government Group (IBG). Rhett joins Adams & Reese…
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SCAM ALERT: Callers Impersonating Laurens Police Seeking Money
February 2, 2026
Residents are being warned about a phone scam involving individuals falsely claiming to represent the Laurens City Police Department. According to local authorities, scammers are posing as an officer named…
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Real ID Enforcement and New Airport Fee—What Travelers Should Know
February 2, 2026
Domestic air travelers in the United States are now facing a new consequence if they arrive at an airport without a REAL ID-compliant form of identification or another accepted ID…
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Real ID Enforcement and New Airport Fee—What Travelers Should Know
February 2, 2026
Domestic air travelers in the United States are now facing a new consequence if they arrive at an airport without a REAL ID-compliant form of identification or another accepted ID…
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Ben Alexander named 2026 Best Lawyers® ‘Lawyer of the Year’ for Medical Malpractice Law in Greenville, South Carolina
January 30, 2026
Haynsworth Sinkler Boyd, P.A. announced that Best Lawyers has named shareholder J. Ben Alexander “Lawyer of the Year” for Medical Malpractice Law – Defendants in Greenville, South Carolina for 2026.…
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MVA Charleston office announces new Managing Member
January 30, 2026
Moore & Van Allen PLLC (MVA) has announced that, effective January 1, Christopher Ogiba was elected Co-Managing Member of the Charleston office, joining Trudy Robertson in guiding the continued growth…
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Turner Padget expands client service capabilities with new office in Charlotte, North Carolina
January 28, 2026
Turner Padget today announced the opening of its new office in Charlotte, North Carolina, and the addition of Shareholder David A. Luzum, a seasoned litigator who will help lead the…
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Mauldin Residents Go Behind the Badge in Local Academy
January 28, 2026
The Mauldin Police Department has officially launched the ninth session of its Citizen’s Police Academy, providing a select group of community members with a transparent look into the world of…
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Thomas, Fisher & Edwards names Jordan Goewey and David Thompson shareholders
January 27, 2026
Thomas, Fisher & Edwards announced that Jordan Goewey and David Thompson have been admitted as shareholders of the firm. Over the past several years, Goewey and Thompson have built successful…
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Brittany Grabski joins Robinson Gray law firm as Director of Marketing
January 27, 2026
Brittany Grabski has joined Robinson Gray as its new director of marketing. Her responsibilities include continuing development of the firm’s marketing program and leading initiatives to enhance Robinson Gray’s market…
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Valenzuela joins Burnette Shutt & McDaniel
January 27, 2026
A highly skilled attorney and deeply experienced litigator, Johanna C. Valenzuela has joined Burnette Shutt & McDaniel. Her practice will focus on employment law, litigation, and qui tam False Claims…
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