SCDES now accepting grant applications for watershed projects that improve water quality
June 15, 2026
The South Carolina Department of Environmental Services (SCDES) is now accepting applications for grant-funded projects that help improve water quality by reducing nonpoint source pollution. Applications will be accepted through 5 p.m. on Aug. 14, 2026. Nonpoint source pollution occurs when rainfall or irrigation water moves across the…
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Early Voting Opens Statewide this Week Ahead of June 23 Republican Primary Runoff
June 15, 2026
Laurens County voters can cast ballots early this week ahead of the June 23 statewide primary runoff, joining residents in all 46 South Carolina counties for a two-day early voting…
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Prisma Health Receives $1.6 Million Grant from The Duke Endowment to Support Maternal and Infant Health Initiative
June 15, 2026
Prisma Health has been awarded $1.6 million from The Duke Endowment (TDE) to participate in the Maternal Infant Health (MIH) Carolinas initiative, a multiyear effort to improve maternal and infant…
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Clinton Public Works Reports Equipment Challenges Affecting Debris and Garbage Collection
June 15, 2026
The City of Clinton is alerting residents to equipment problems within its Public Works Department that are expected to delay debris and garbage collection this week. According to the city,…
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Where Good Times Meet Good Work: The Lumberyard Hosts LCCA Benefit
June 15, 2026
The Lumberyard will host a community benefit evening on Saturday, June 20, with proceeds supporting the Laurens County Cancer Association and local families facing cancer. The event, presented by Self…
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A Symbol Born of Revolution: The History of the American Flag and Flag Day
June 15, 2026
As the United States marks its 250th anniversary in 2026, Flag Day carries added significance this year. Observed this past Sunday (every June 14), the day commemorates the moment the…
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Laurens Navy Junior Reserve Officers’ Training Corps (NJROTC) Leader Heads to Prestigious Summer Programs
June 15, 2026
Ellie Jones, a member of the Class of 2027 and the Commanding Officer of Laurens District 55 High School (LDHS) Navy Junior Reserve Officers’ Training Corps (NJROTC), is spending her…
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How to ensure press coverage at your event
June 15, 2026
Hannah Wade Manager at NP Strategy No RSVPs? No Problem. Journalists have less time to spend on stories as resource pressures are reshaping newsrooms. Nearly half of surveyed journalists cited…
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DPH Urges Men to Take Proactive Health Measures During Men’s Health Week
June 15, 2026
The South Carolina Department of Public Health (DPH) is observing National Men’s Health Week (June 15-21) by encouraging men across the state to get active, practice healthy habits and schedule…
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Lander Student Named to Prestigious Fellowship at International African American Museum
June 15, 2026
In the summer months, Lander University students can be found going the extra mile. Some embark on study tours, while others complete internships. One student, however, received an opportunity to…
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Patriotic Pier Days Registration Tops 17 Locations Ahead of June 20 Deadline
June 14, 2026
Registrations for the inaugural Patriotic Pier Days on Lake Greenwood have reached 17 locations, organizers announced this week, as the community prepares to mark America’s 250th anniversary and South Carolina’s…
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Laurens County Clemson Extension Office Relocating to New Ag Center
June 14, 2026
The Laurens County Clemson Extension Office is moving to a new location after occupying its current building since 1937. According to the office, the relocation began about a week ago…
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Firmin Ford Now Hiring for Multiple Positions in Laurens
June 14, 2026
Firmin Ford in Laurens is hiring for multiple positions and offering a $500 signing bonus to new employees, the dealership announced in a recent recruitment campaign. The family-owned dealership is…
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Daughters of the American Revolution collaborate with Greenwood Museum for “A Revolutionary Adventure for Kids”
June 14, 2026
As America prepares to celebrate the 250th anniversary of the signing of the Declaration of Independence, the Issaqueena Chapter of the National Society Daughters of the American Revolution (NSDAR) is…
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Tiny Trotters Earn Qualification from American Miniature Therapy Horse Association
June 14, 2026
Four miniature horses from Tiny Trotters and their handlers have earned official qualification from the American Miniature Therapy Horse Association (AMTHA) after completing a Therapy Horse Clinic held June 6…
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Laurens Artist’s Coop Calls for Entries in America 250 Creative Arts Contest
June 14, 2026
The Laurens Artist’s Coop is inviting artists of all ages to take part in the America 250 Creative Arts Contest, a juried exhibition marking the 250th anniversary of American Independence.…
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City of Laurens to Host Juneteenth Weekend Celebration June 12-14
June 10, 2026
The City of Laurens will host its Juneteenth Weekend Celebration June 12-14, bringing together community members for three days of music, family activities, food and reflection in downtown Laurens under…
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Clinton to Host Juneteenth Celebration
June 10, 2026
The City of Clinton will mark Juneteenth with a free community celebration Thursday, June 18, from 6 to 8 p.m. in the East Main Street parking lot at 122 E.…
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City of Clinton Seeks Ward 6 Representative for Design Review Board
June 10, 2026
The City of Clinton is seeking a Ward 6 resident to fill a vacancy on the Design Review Board, with a deadline to apply of June 19, 2026. The Design…
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June Yard and Garden Tips From Clemson Extension
June 10, 2026
The Clemson University Cooperative Extension Service has released its June yard and garden calendar with timely guidance for Laurens County homeowners. Tips cover flowers, fruit trees, lawns, trees, and vegetable…
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Shealy Wins District 14 Nomination; County Council District 4 Race Goes to June 23 Runoff
June 10, 2026
Laurens County voters delivered an upset in the race for South Carolina House District 14 on Tuesday and sent two candidates to a runoff for County Council District 4, capping…
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A Rare Sighting
June 10, 2026
By Tom Poland I have seen outhouses, smokehouses, henhouses, doghouses, and all manner of birdhouses. Mankind has its jailhouses, cathouses, flophouses, and roadhouses. A first for me, I saw…
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Laurens County Council Opens Refurbished Historic Courthouse with Recognitions, Carolina Day Resolution, and Budget Approval
June 10, 2026
The Laurens County Council held its first meeting in the newly refurbished historic courthouse Monday night, June 8, with an agenda that included special recognitions, a resolution marking America’s 250th…
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Laurens Electric Cooperative Members Reelect Three Trustees at 2026 Annual Meeting
June 10, 2026
Laurens Electric Cooperative held its 2026 Annual Meeting on June 5, with 5,066 members taking part in drive-thru registration and voting for the board of directors on June 4 and…
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South Carolina Primary Sends Governor’s Race and AG Race to a Runoff; Graham Wins Senate Nomination Outright
June 10, 2026
More than 855,000 South Carolinians cast ballots Tuesday in the 2026 Statewide Primary, an election that narrowed a crowded field for governor, set up a runoff for attorney general, and…
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Lakeside Country Club to Host Chamber After Hours Networking Event
June 10, 2026
Lakeside Country Club will partner with the Laurens County Chamber of Commerce to host an After Hours Networking event on Tuesday, June 23, from 5:30 to 7 p.m. The event…
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Big Air Laurens to Host Free Community Event Launching Positivity Movement
June 10, 2026
Big Air Laurens will host a free community event on Monday, June 15, to kick off its It Starts With Me positivity movement. The event will run from 6 to…
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South Carolina State Parks Invites Kids to Read with a Ranger This Summer
June 10, 2026
South Carolina State Parks is inviting children across the state to kick off their summer with its Reading with a Ranger program, a free summer reading initiative that combines books,…
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City of Clinton to Convert West Pitts Street to One-Way Traffic Beginning July 6
June 10, 2026
The City of Clinton has announced a traffic pattern change for a section of West Pitts Street, with the conversion to one-way traffic set to take effect July 6, 2026.…
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City of Laurens Invites Children to Share Visions of the Future for Time Capsule
June 10, 2026
The City of Laurens is calling on young voices to help shape a piece of history. As part of the city’s celebration of America’s 250th anniversary of independence, Mayor Nathan…
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Laurens County Voters Head to the Polls for 2026 Statewide Primary
June 9, 2026
Laurens County polling locations opened at 7 a.m. today for the 2026 South Carolina Statewide Primary, giving registered voters until 7 p.m. to cast their ballots in a number of…
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American Legion Post 25 to Carry Nation of Patriots Tour Flag on July 3–4
June 8, 2026
A powerful symbol of unity and patriotism will arrive in Laurens County this summer as American Legion Post 25 participates in the nationwide Patriot Tour™ organized by the Nation of…
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South Carolina Senate Honors Anne Eller, ‘Voice of Greenwood,’ with Senate Resolution for service to broadcasting, advocacy
June 8, 2026
GREENWOOD, S.C. – Veteran broadcaster Anne Eller, widely known as “The Voice of Greenwood,” has been honored with a South Carolina Senate Resolution recognizing her outstanding service to broadcasting, journalism…
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Upstate Pregnancy Center Hosts Diaper Drive-Thru in Laurens Tuesday
June 8, 2026
Families in Laurens County in need of assistance with diapers and wipes are encouraged to take advantage of a free resource available Tuesday, June 9, when the Upstate Pregnancy Center…
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C4 Ministries of Laurens County to Host Dessert Reception to Welcome New Executive Director
June 8, 2026
C4 Ministries of Laurens County will host a Dessert Reception Tuesday, June 9, 2026, to celebrate and welcome Amanda Anderson as the organization’s new Executive Director. The event is free…
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Barefoot Acres Roadside Market Brings Local Products, Community Spirit to Fountain Inn
June 8, 2026
A roadside market rooted in community and a commitment to natural living has taken root at the entrance of Barefoot Acres farm in Fountain Inn, offering neighbors a convenient stop…
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South Carolina ranks 38th in 2026 KIDS COUNT Data Book as Children’s Trust continues to urge investments that support children and families
June 8, 2026
State score increase is largest in the nation; despite showing progress over time, South Carolina continues to be behind the majority of states in child well-being Critical child and family well-being measures show…
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LCSD 55 Board Confirms Penland Retirement, Interim Superintendent Appointment Pending
June 8, 2026
The Laurens County School District 55 Board of Trustees has confirmed the retirement of Superintendent Dr. Jody Penland, effective June 30, 2026. The announcement came during a Special-Called School Board…
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New Nail Spa Puts the Polish on Clinton’s Business Scene
June 8, 2026
A new nail and beauty spa has opened its doors in Clinton, offering residents a full range of professional services in a clean, welcoming environment. Clinton Nails & Spa, located…
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Sustain SC and The Shi Institute celebrate the graduation of the fifth class of Sustainability Leadership Initiative Fellows
June 8, 2026
Sustain SC, in partnership with the Shi Institute for Sustainable Communities at Furman University, announced the graduation of the fifth class of Sustainability Leadership Initiative (SLI) Fellows. This year’s cohort…
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LCSD 55 Names Magon Wilson Principal of E.B. Morse Elementary School
June 8, 2026
Laurens County School District 55 has named Magon R. Wilson as principal of E.B. Morse Elementary School for the 2026-2027 school year. Wilson moves into the role from her position…
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City of Laurens Seeks Applicants for Planning, Zoning, and Historic Preservation Boards
June 8, 2026
The City of Laurens is accepting applications for open positions on three advisory boards: the Planning Commission, the Board of Zoning Appeals, and the Historic Preservation Commission. The three boards…
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Whitten Center Invites Community to Freedom Day Parade July 2
June 8, 2026
The Whitten Center will host its annual Freedom Day Parade on Thursday, July 2, 2026, with the parade stepping off at 10 a.m. and lineup beginning at 9:30 a.m. The…
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Piedmont Technical College Holds Graduation for Inaugural Leadership Academy Class
June 7, 2026
Piedmont Technical Piedmont College (PTC) President Dr. Hope E. Rivers congratulated 11 faculty and staff members who graduated Friday from the college’s first leadership academy, an apprenticeship program that is…
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South Carolina Governor Signs Fargo’s Law, Delivering Stronger Protections for Law Enforcement K-9s
June 7, 2026
A years-long effort to strengthen legal protections for South Carolina’s law enforcement animals reached a milestone Wednesday morning, June 3rd, when Gov. Henry McMaster signed legislation honoring the K-9s who…
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Martha Franks Heritage House to Open June 30th in Laurens
June 7, 2026
The Martha Franks Retirement Community will welcome the public to the grand opening of the Martha Franks Heritage House with a special ribbon-cutting ceremony hosted by the Laurens County Chamber…
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‘Tis the season for graduations and my 2026 “20 lessons” list
June 3, 2026
By Reba Hull Campbell ‘Tis the season for graduations, new jobs and life transitions. It’s also the season for my annual updated “20 lessons” list. A number of years ago,…
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Your Vote Counts: Early Voting Ends Friday as South Carolina Heads Toward June Primary
June 3, 2026
The clock is ticking for Laurens County voters who want to cast their ballot before the June 9 primary. Early voting for South Carolina’s 2026 Statewide Primary ends Friday, June…
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Upstate Pregnancy Center to Hold Diaper Drive-Thru in Laurens June 9
June 3, 2026
Families in Laurens County in need of assistance with diapers and wipes will have an opportunity to receive support on Tuesday, June 9, during a Diaper Drive-Thru hosted by the…
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Clinton City Council Approves Budget, Annexations, and Proclamations at June 1 Meeting
June 3, 2026
The Clinton City Council met Monday evening, June 1, 2026, conducting a full slate of business that included final passage of the city’s new budget, several annexation ordinances, and a…
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