Caring for Plants an ‘Obsession’ for Alston Award Winner Coffey
June 26, 2022
The newest recipient of Lander University’s Mary Frances Poole Alston Award is Assistant Grounds Manager Karla Coffey. The award was established by Rowland P. Alston, host of the SCETV gardening…
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Dual-Enrolled Sisters Land Dual Full Rides to Emory University
June 26, 2022
Araceli and Yesenia Manuel understand that some traditions endure because they work. Hailing from a close-knit family, they hold dear the values their parents raised them with. “Our family has…
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Lights on the Lake – July 2nd Fireworks
June 26, 2022
The annual Lights on the Lake is the fireworks and music event of the year on beautiful Lake Greenwood, South Carolina. Hosted by Connect Lake Greenwood, the event is a great opportunity…
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Bourbon & Bubbles to Host Tasting of Ranch Water Tequila Drinks Friday June 24
June 22, 2022
Bourbon & Bubbles in Clinton will host a tasting on Friday, June 24th from 3:30 – 6:30 pm, inside their store located in the Food Lion shopping center in Clinton.…
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Candidate for SC Superintendent of Education Coming to Laurens Saturday June 25
June 22, 2022
Republican candidate for SC Superintendent of Education, Ellen Weaver, will visit Laurens County this Saturday. With just a few days before the Republican primary runoff election, Weaver will come to…
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Laurens Teen Wins Evening Gown/Onstage Question in Preliminary of Miss South Carolina Teen Pageant
June 22, 2022
The Miss South Carolina and Miss South Carolina Teen pageants preliminary competition began on Tuesday, June 21st at the Township Auditorium in Columbia. For the two pageants, a total of…
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Laurens County Chamber of Commerce is Hiring a Tourism Marketing Manager
June 22, 2022
Do you love all things Laurens County? Would you like to be a part of a dynamic team promoting tourism in Laurens County? If so, there is a job for…
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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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Attorney General joins bipartisan multi-state letter urging Congress to protect children and take action on THC copycat products
June 22, 2022Attorney General Alan Wilson today joined a bipartisan letter to Congress, signed by 22 other attorneys general, urging them to take action regarding copycat THC edibles. These products are designed…
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IMPH releases guide for local policymakers in use of opioid settlement funds
June 22, 2022
The South Carolina Institute of Medicine and Public Health (IMPH), in partnership with the South Carolina Department of Alcohol and Other Drug Abuse Services (DAODAS), hosted a press conference regarding…
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Attorney General Wilson praises U.S. Supreme Court decision as a “Victory for school choice.”
June 22, 2022South Carolina Attorney General Alan Wilson today praised the decision by the Supreme Court of the United States in a Maine case dealing with state scholarship money going to religious…
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Agreement Expedites Transfer to Coastal Carolina University for PTC Commercial Art Program Graduates
June 22, 2022
Piedmont Technical College (PTC) and Coastal Carolina University (CCU) recently formalized an agreement designed to expedite the transfer process for eligible PTC Commercial Art AAS graduates. The move establishes a…
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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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Justin Edwards Promoted to Captain with Laurens City Fire
June 21, 2022
The City of Laurens and Laurens City Fire recently announced the promotion of Justin Edwards to the position of shift Captain. Captain Edwards has been in the fire service since…
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SCHP Welcomes 30 State Troopers During Graduation Ceremony
June 20, 2022
The South Carolina Highway Patrol held a graduation ceremony today for 30 troopers from its Highway Patrol Basic Classes 118 and 119. The two graduating classes include five prior-certified officers and…
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Laurens County Hospital In-Person Hiring Event June 22
June 20, 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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Food Safety Tips for Summer Gatherings
June 20, 2022
Summer is a time for outdoor fun, picnics and cookouts. When preparing and serving food outdoors, food safety should be top of mind for everyone. Kimberly Baker, Ph.D., RD, LD,…
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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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Piedmont Technical College Gives High School Student A Head Start on College
June 20, 2022
The day-to-day world of a high school student can be a busy one, and college life comes with a whole different set of activities and responsibilities. Evan Brown has found…
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Attorney General Alan Wilson announces South Carolina Human Trafficking Task Force receives first financial allocation from the General Assembly
June 20, 2022
The State Task Force discusses the next steps in its strategic response to the crime in South Carolina Attorney General Alan Wilson announces that the South Carolina Human Trafficking Task…
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Terminix Releases Top 15 Mosquito Cities List
June 20, 2022
Charlotte, Columbia, and Charleston Top Three Metros There are several constants with summer in the south, from humidity to heavy rain and the annual arrival of pesky mosquitoes. In recognition…
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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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Local Primary Results – Incumbents Prevail
June 15, 2022
The increase in election signs over the last two weeks were an indication that primary elections were coming up. Traditionally primary voter turnout is lower than that of a general…
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Five PTC Scholars Win Spots on 2022 All-State Academic Team
June 15, 2022
Five scholars from Piedmont Technical College (PTC) recently were named to the 2022 Phi Theta Kappa All-State Academic Team at a ceremony in Columbia. The PTC honorees are: Associate in…
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Application Deadline for County Wide Freedom Parade Entries is June 25
June 15, 2022
This year Laurens County will celebrate the Fourth of July with a county wide Freedom Fest Parade. The parade will be held on July 3rd in Downtown Laurens and 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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Pet Safety Tips as Summer Heat Intensifies
June 15, 2022
The summer swelter is on and with that comes risks for people and pets. Pet owners are encouraged to remember to take special care of their pets during these very…
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Clemson University awarded $3.2 million to contribute to development of blood tests for Alzheimer’s disease
June 15, 2022
Clemson University is seeking healthy older adults to volunteer for the Preventing Alzheimer’s with Cognitive Training (PACT) study. This landmark study examines whether computerized brain training exercises can reduce the…
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The City of Laurens Breaks Ground on New Splash Pad
June 15, 2022
The splash pad was one of the projects included in the penny sales tax referendum and is part of an effort to improve park facilities across the county. The City…
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PC’s Fifth Annual Giving Day Nets $316,323
June 14, 2022
Presbyterian College’s fifth annual Giving Day proves that the past continues to inspire the present and future.The 24-hour fundraising campaign on May 26 commemorated the day in May 1874 when…
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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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Wrestling Coming to Clinton High School
June 13, 2022
Clinton High School recently announced they are adding wrestling to the array of sports offered to students. With the new sport comes a new coach. Andy Wright comes to CHS…
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LPD K9 Unit Receives Recertification
June 13, 2022
The Laurens Police Department announced Monday some great news out of their #K9Unit. The announcement was that all of their K9s and their handlers recently received their recertifications through the…
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Dr. Zach Rubin named Lander University’s 2022 Young Faculty Scholar
June 13, 2022
A Lander University faculty member who studies “intentional communities,” also known as communes, is the recipient of the 2022 Young Faculty Scholar Award. Dr. Zach Rubin, an assistant professor of…
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Laurens Master Gardener Course Scheduled to Start August 16
June 13, 2022
The Clemson University Extension Service will be offering a Master Gardener Volunteer Training Course this Fall in Laurens County. The Program will be held once each week on Tuesday evenings…
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Laurens County Council Meeting – June 14
June 13, 2022
Laurens County Council will meet for a regularly scheduled meeting on Tuesday, June 14th. The meeting location is the old historic courthouse on the square in Laurens and starts at…
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The Brew – Chamber to Host Local Networking Session June 22
June 13, 2022
The Laurens County Chamber of Commerce, in partnership with Main Street Clinton, invites you to join us for next week’s meeting of The Brew. The meeting will take place on…
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Ribbon Cutting for A2 Exterminators
June 13, 2022
Wednesday, June 8th, the Laurens County Chamber of Commerce held a grand opening ribbon cutting celebration in the City of Laurens for A2 Exterminators. Chamber President/CEO, Amanda Munyan, and City…
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Lander nursing major brings heart health message to Miss South Carolina pageant
June 13, 2022
Anna Joy Hulsey will be bringing a bit of disco and funk to the 2022 Miss South Carolina Pageant with her clogging routine to the music, “Boogie Shoes,” by KC…
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District 55 Announces Principal Moves for 2022-23 School Year
June 13, 2022
Following a called meeting of the Laurens County School District 55 Board of Trustees on Monday, Superintendent Dr. Ameca Thomas announced the relocation of some school principals for the upcoming 2022-2023…
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PC and Piedmont Technical College address state teacher shortage with new dual enrollment partnership
June 10, 2022
Presbyterian College and Piedmont Technical College are partnering to address a statewide teacher shortage by helping eligible dual enrollment students transfer seamlessly to PC to earn a bachelor’s degree in…
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Piedmont Tech Student Welders Shine at Competition
June 9, 2022
Piedmont Technical College (PTC) student welders quietly sparked notice last month at the 38th Annual SC Technical College Welding Skills Competition held at Tri-County Technical College. Ryan Long placed second…
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Attorney General Alan Wilson announces recovery of almost $125,000 in Medicaid fraud
June 8, 2022
South Carolina Attorney General Alan Wilson announces that his Medicaid Recipient Fraud Unit has recently recovered just under $125,000 in fraudulently obtained Medicaid benefits from two recipients. One recipient is…
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Last Day for In-person Early Voting is Friday, June 10
June 8, 2022
The last day for in-person early voting in South Carolina is Friday, June 10 at 5 pm. Prior to voting sample ballots can be viewed at SCVotes.gov. The address is 105…
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Laurens County Animal Control Neuter/Spay Clinic
June 8, 2022
HEART of LCAC is partnering with Clinton Animal Hospital to neuter/spay 28 dogs from the Laurens County Sheriff’s Animal Shelter this Friday, June 10th. This will help us with immediate…
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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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Personable PTC Alumnus Relishes Collaborative Work of ‘Selling Greenwood’
June 7, 2022
Billy Ray Morgan is a high-touch kind of guy. On any given day, he has hummingbirds eating right out of his hand. And humans like him, too. That’s because the…
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Lander University Announces Spring 2022 Dean’s List
June 7, 2022
Lander University announces the names of undergraduate students who are recognized with the honor of making the Dean’s List for the second semester of the 2021-22 academic year. To qualify…
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