Laurens County First Steps Board Meeting Monday May 8
May 3, 2023
The Laurens County First Steps Board of Directors will meet on Monday, May 8, 2023 at 5:30 pm at the Laurens County First Steps office (1029 West Main Street, Laurens,…
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Clinton High School MAGE Club Holds Fundraiser for Laurens County Cancer Association
April 27, 2023
Clinton High School MAGE Club (Manga Anime Gaming Enthusiast Club) held a fundraiser in support of the Laurens County Cancer Association. “These students really set an example of what “hope…
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Laurens County Cancer Association Seeks Community Support for Client Needs
April 17, 2023
“One person can make a difference and everyone should try.” ~ John F. Kennedy The Laurens County Cancer Association (LCCA) is asking the community to help them and make a…
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Laurens County First Steps Reschedules Child Abuse Prevention Event – Partners with Main Street Laurens
April 11, 2023
Laurens County First Steps (LCFS) has announced that the Child Abuse Prevention – Celebrating Safe Children event scheduled for Friday, April 14th has been postponed due to the threat of…
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Swing a Club for a Cause – Laurens County Cancer Association Golf Tournament
April 10, 2023
Calling all golfers! The Laurens County Cancer Association (LCCA) will hold their annual charity golf tournament on Monday, April 24 at Musgrove Mill Golf Course. Registration for a 4-person team…
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Second Shift Part time Shelter Attendant
March 31, 2023
Second Shift Part-time Shelter Attendant Appropriate candidate will be responsible person who has a passion for helping those effected by domestic violence. Attendant will be responsible for the shelter during…
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Family Promise Launches “Shelter and Lovie” Campaign
March 29, 2023
On 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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Straight Street of Laurens ReOpens with Large Attendance
March 22, 2023
Earlier this year it was announced that Van Tumblin would be the next Executive Director for Straight Street of Laurens. The center had been closed since November 8th with the retirement…
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American Legion Post 25 2nd Annual Golf Tournament – Registration Open
March 18, 2023
You don’t have to look far in Laurens County to see the work of the members of American Legion Post 25. They are always out in the community looking for…
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Liberty Fellowship Accepting New Nominations Through July 1
March 7, 2023
Liberty Fellowship is accepting new nominations for its 17th Class of Fellows. The online nomination form is available at libertyfellowshipsc.org/nominate through July 1. “We are excited to kick off the…
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City of Laurens Partners with Piedmont Agency on Aging for Expanded Seniors Program, Meals on Wheels
March 3, 2023
The City of Laurens announced Friday that it would be partnering with the Piedmont Agency on Aging (PAA) to assist with Meals on Wheels and to expand the city’s popular…
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Thornwell Earns 2023 Platinum Seal for Financial Transparency
February 28, 2023
The award bestowed by Candid honors the world’s most ethical and trusted nonprofits. Thornwell, a nonprofit organization committed to serving children and families in need across Florida, Georgia, and South…
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LushAcres Farm Now Open for Field Trips
February 28, 2023
Spring Field Trip registration is now open at LushAcres Farm! LushAcres Farm in Clinton welcomes school groups, community groups, and people of all ages. They provide a fun environment for…
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A Guide to Bunching Charitable Contributions
February 27, 2023
by Stephen E. Maggard, CFP® Giving generously to charity is often a topic near and dear to our clients’ hearts; close behind on the priority list is limiting the amount…
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Thornwell Looking for Ministry-Minded Individuals to Fill Multiple Positions
February 22, 2023
Working at Thornwell is more than just a career. The change Thornwell brings, serves children and families for generations to come. With 9 programs offered, Thornwell serves communities in the…
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South Carolina: Sometimes You Like It, Sometimes You Don’t
February 21, 2023
Sunday, March 12 a special program will be presented at the Laurens County Public Library (1017 West Main Street, Laurens SC). From 2-4 pm the Friends of the Library will…
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Community Diaper Drive Thru Scheduled for Valentine’s Day
February 8, 2023
Valentine’s Day is a day of love and what better way to do so than giving out diapers and wipes to those who need some “extra help” caring for their…
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Laurens County First Steps Launches Community Surveys
February 6, 2023
Laurens County First Steps is proud to announce the launch the parent and community surveys for the community early childhood education and care needs assessment. The survey results will help…
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South Carolina Empowerment Centre – Free Food for Seniors and Children
January 31, 2023
The South Carolina Empowerment Centre offers food resources to children and seniors in our community. Each month kids ages 18 and younger who are in school can receive a bag…
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Laurens County First Steps Board Meeting
January 31, 2023
The Laurens County First Steps Board of Directors will meet on Monday, February 13, 2023 at the Laurens County First Steps office (1029 West Main Street, Laurens, SC 29360). The…
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Clinton YMCA – Hosting A Chicken Truck Sale
January 27, 2023
The Clinton YMCA will be hosting a Chicken Truck Sale from House of Raeford. The last time the chicken truck came was in 2021 with over 300 orders. Pre-orders are…
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Clinton Family YMCA Youth Baseball and Softball Registration
January 26, 2023
Registration for YMCA youth baseball and softball is open. The deadline to register your child is Thursday, February 9. Playing Divisions Baseball: (Ages as of May 1, 2023) age 3-4…
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Thornwell Charter School Now Enrolling
January 25, 2023
Parents who are interested in enrolling their children in grades 5K – 11 at Thornwell Charter School (TCS) are asked to complete the enrollment form that can be found on the…
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Main Street Laurens to Renovate Wells Clardy Cottage
January 25, 2023
Main Street Laurens has announced the hiring of Mantis Homes to renovate the “Wells Clardy Cottage” located on West Main Street into a showplace AirBnb. Main Street Laurens was gifted…
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Laurens County First Steps to Hold Ultimate Community Baby Shower and Family Resource Fair
January 24, 2023
Laurens County First Steps has partnered with Healthy Blue BlueChoice HealthPlan of SC to make sure every family has the resources they need for success. The community Baby Shower for…
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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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United Way of Laurens County Bags of Love Community Project
January 16, 2023
There are lots of ways to show love and support for those in need and the United Way of Laurens County is seeking community support for their “Bags of Love”…
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Seven disaster-trained volunteers from South Carolina deploy to Georgia to assist families impacted by storms, tornadoes
January 16, 2023
Disaster trained volunteers from the South Carolina Region of the American Red Cross are deploying to support disaster relief efforts in Georgia where damaging storms ripped through most of the…
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Laurens County Cancer Association Part-Time Executive Director
January 9, 2023
The Laurens County Cancer Association is seeking to hire a Part-time Executive Director. Our Mission: The Laurens County Cancer Association is a non-profit organization dedicated to providing quality-of-life services to Laurens…
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Laurens County Museum Revolutionary War Program Scheduled for January 19
January 4, 2023
The Laurens County Museum will host another history lecture in January – “The Role of Alcohol in the American Revolution” Revolutionary War Lecture. Alcohol proved to be an important aspect…
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Sadler Hughes Apothecary Announces Winner of Notable Non-Profit Community Vote
December 21, 2022
Sadler Hughes Apothecary “Notable Non-Profit” community voting has closed and the votes have been tallied. This year, the Laurens County Humane Society received the most votes, and as such, they…
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LushAcres Farm Adds New Product Line
December 21, 2022
LushAcres Farm and Market recently announced their new product line from Faithful Foods. It’s a full line of mixes for biscuits, pancakes & waffles, desserts, dips, bread, soups, rice, and…
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Ring in the New Year in Style!
December 19, 2022
Celebrate! Get your tickets through Friday, December 23, to celebrate the start of 2023 and the first full year of the new Laurens County Museum at “Midnight at the Museum“…
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Sadler Hughes Apothecary “Notable Non-Profit” Voting Now Open
December 5, 2022
Sadler Hughes Apothecary has the spirit – the spirit of giving! Now in its fourth year, Sadler Hughes Apothecary in Clinton is asking the community to help them select a…
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“Midnight at the Museum” New Year’s Eve Event
November 28, 2022
The Laurens County Museum will bring a celebration to our county with “Midnight at the Museum “, a New Year’s Eve Fundraising Finale on Saturday, December 31, 2022, from 8:00…
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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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City of Clinton, YMCA and Others Partner to Feed the Community with New Fueling Station
November 15, 2022
Some residents in Clinton and its surrounding areas have limited opportunities to be active and obtain nutritious food, however, local leaders are in the process of changing that. Wholespire recently…
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First Steps of Laurens County
November 14, 2022
Laurens County First Steps ensures all children from birth to five are ready to be successful in their personal educational and life journey. Laurens County First Steps (LCFS) is a…
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“Midnight at the Museum” New Year’s Eve Event
November 12, 2022
Celebrate the new year at the Laurens County Museum! Once again, the Laurens County Museum will bring a celebration to our county with “Midnight at the Museum “, a New…
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Meals on Wheels Holiday Bags Community Project
November 7, 2022
Piedmont Agency on Aging is currently collecting items for the Meals on Wheels Holiday Bags Project! Over 500 Meals on Wheels clients will receive a gift bag of items in…
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Second County Wide Diaper Drive – Monday, October 24 in Laurens
October 19, 2022
The second county wide Diaper Drive will be held on Monday, October 24 from 10 am – 12 pm in the parking lot of First Baptist Church in Laurens. The…
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Laurens County Community Foundation Awards Grants
October 18, 2022
The Laurens County Community Foundation (LCCF) is pleased to announce grant awards given to support and benefit the lives of citizens in Laurens County. The LCCF contributes its resources to fund a broad…
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5K Run/Walk Raises Funds for Laurens County Safe Home
October 17, 2022
The annual 5K run/walk to support the Laurens County Safe Home and raise awareness for domestic violence took place on Saturday. The event was well attended and raised much needed…
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Community Comes Out in Support of Laurens County Cancer Association
October 17, 2022
By now everyone knows that October is Breast Cancer Awareness Month. For the staff and volunteers at the Laurens County Cancer Association every day is about meeting the needs of…
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Thornwell Celebrates One Year of A.R.C. Residential Program with Opening of New Cottage
October 5, 2022
Thornwell’s A.R.C. Program is the only one of its kind in the Southeastern U.S. Thornwell, a nonprofit organization committed to the most innovative and effective solutions to help children and…
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First County Wide Diaper Drive Provides Needed Supplies for Many
October 3, 2022
Westminster Presbyterian Church (WPC) in Clinton recently announced a partnership with the Carolina Pregnancy Center (CPC) in Spartanburg to provide “Diaper Drives” in Laurens County. The first Diaper Drive was…
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Thornwell Celebrates Founders Day Commemorating 147 Years Serving Children and Families
October 3, 2022
Employees Commemorate the Legacy of Thornwell Founder, Dr. William Plumer Jacobs Thornwell, a nonprofit organization committed to the most innovative and effective solutions to help children and families in need…
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Red Cross responds to Hurricane Ian devastation in South Carolina
October 3, 2022
Help by making a donation, giving blood, or becoming a volunteer The American Red Cross is working tirelessly to help people devastated by Hurricane Ian. Many communities are unrecognizable after…
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LC Chamber Hosts Ribbon Cutting for First of Three Community Gardens
September 28, 2022
Things are “growing” great in Laurens County. On Tuesday, the community came together to celebrate one of three new Community Gardens with an official Chamber Ribbon Cutting. The United Way…
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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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