Lander University’s College of Business Celebrates Students’ Academic Excellence
May 15, 2022
Lander University’s College of Business celebrated students’ achievements on April 22 during the Annual Awards and Recognition Ceremony in the Abney Cultural Center Auditorium. “It’s our honor to take this…
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National Police Week Honors Officers Lost in the Line of Duty
May 15, 2022
May 15-22nd is designated as National Police Week. Laurens County is blessed to have the best in law enforcement throughout the county. We are grateful for the service they provide…
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An Icon of Fashion in Clinton Will Continue Under New Ownership
May 14, 2022
Tapestry boutique clothing store in Clinton has been keeping the ladies of Laurens County in fine fashion for almost 36 years. Having stood the test of time, surviving, and thriving…
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Voices and Votes – Laurens County Museum Exhibit and Women’s Leadership Luncheon
May 13, 2022
The Laurens County Women’s Leadership Luncheon – “Celebrating Our Voices and Our Votes” – will take place Saturday, June 4, 2022, 11:30 AM, in the Magnolia Room at the Laurens…
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Clemson University’s cybersecurity strength highlighted with seventh competition victory in 10 years
May 13, 2022
CU Cyber has extended its dominance in the Palmetto Cyber Defense Competition, underscoring Clemson University’s strength in the skills needed to excel in one of the nation’s most in-demand careers.…
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Piedmont Technical College Students Honored for Excellence
May 12, 2022
Piedmont Technical College (PTC) recently honored the achievements of more than 50 conscientious student leaders at its 48th Annual Student Awards and Recognition Program. The April 20 proceedings were broadcast…
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PC Selects DR. Selena Blair as Inaugural Rogers-Ingram Vice President for Justice, Equity, Diversity and Inclusion
May 12, 2022
Presbyterian College president Dr. Matthew vandenBerg announced today that Dr. Selena Blair is the college’s first Rogers-Ingram Vice President for Justice, Equity, Diversity, and Inclusion. Blair is currently the director…
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LushAcres U-Pick Strawberry Patch Extends Picking Days
May 11, 2022
LushAcres Farm is in strawberry overload. The fields are full and ready for you to come out and pick. To provide more options, they are extending picking days to be…
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BBQ, Barbells and Music at CrossFit864 on Thursday
May 11, 2022
CrossFit864 will host another Barbells, BBQ and Music event on Thursday, May 12th from 6:00-8:00 pm at the gym located at 207 W. Pitts Street in Clinton. “We had lots of…
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Chamber Celebrates National Small Business Week with Two Grand Opening Ceremonies
May 11, 2022
The Laurens County Chamber of Commerce (LCCC) started National Small Business Week by hosting two grand opening ribbon-cutting events in downtown Laurens. LCCC President and CEO, Amanda Munyan, City of…
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Lander Nursing Recognizes 2022 Graduates
May 11, 2022
Lander University’s William Preston Turner School of Nursing held its annual academic awards ceremony on Tuesday, May 3. Two members of the graduating class received hoods, signifying their completion of…
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PTC and UofSC Join Forces to Boost Cardiovascular Technology Workforce
May 11, 2022
A new partnership between Piedmont Technical College (PTC) and the University of South Carolina (UofSC) aims to strengthen heart healthcare and the workforce that supports it. Officials from PTC and…
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Mount Ariel Chapter DAR to honor Revolutionary War Patriots at America250 ceremony on May 24
May 11, 2022
The Mount Ariel Chapter of the National Society Daughters of the American Revolution will dedicate an America250 marker honoring 35 Revolutionary War Patriots buried at Greenville Presbyterian Church in Donalds…
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Gov. Henry McMaster Signs Legislation to Strengthen S.C. Foster Care
May 11, 2022
Governor Henry McMaster today was joined by South Carolina Department of Social Services (SCDSS) Director Michael Leach and members of the General Assembly for a ceremonial bill signing of H.…
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Laurens County Voter Registration & Elections Office Relocates to New Bolt Drive Complex
May 11, 2022
From the basement to Bolt Drive Complex. The Laurens County Voter Registration and Elections office has relocated from the historic courthouse on the square in Laurens to new sprawling space…
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Lander, Self Regional Healthcare Honor Inaugural Self Scholars
May 11, 2022
Coming from a manufacturing background, Self Regional Healthcare’s Vice President of Human Resources Brent Parris said he used to think of his job in terms of making widgets. His perspective…
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Piedmont Blues and Roots Festival Brings Music Roots Back to Laurens
May 11, 2022
Now, after nearly 100 years, the City of Laurens is celebrating its history as the “Home of Piedmont Blues” with a new festival. The Piedmont Blues and Roots Festival will…
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Absentee Voting at NEW Location Begins May 16
May 10, 2022
In person Absentee voting for the 2022 Statewide Primaries will begin Monday, May 16 at the new Voter Registration & Elections office at the Bolt Drive Complex, Laurens. The address…
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County Council Allocates ARPA Grant Funds
May 9, 2022
Laurens County Council met on Tuesday, April 19th for the purpose of reviewing the ARPA application grants. As reported by the Buzz previously, the county will receive $13.1 million in…
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Laurens County Council Meeting – May 10th Agenda
May 9, 2022
Laurens County Council will meet for a regularly scheduled meeting on Tuesday, May 10th. The meeting location is the old historic courthouse on the square in Laurens and starts at…
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LDHS Student Named SC Technology Champion for WPEC Region
May 9, 2022
For the twentieth consecutive year, the outstanding Career and Technical Education student from each region will be recognized as a Technology Champion during the South Carolina Education and Business Summit…
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LDHS Senior Named Work Based Learning Student of the Year for WPEC Region
May 9, 2022
The SC Work-Based Learning Student (WBL) of the Year Award recognizes an outstanding WBL student who exemplifies representation while applying academia to real life, real work, and real-world situations in…
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LCSO Jail and Bail Round Up
May 8, 2022
The Laurens County Sheriff’s Office (LCSO) annual “Jail and Bail” fundraiser was a great success despite the threat of bad weather on Friday. Community leaders, business owners, county council representatives…
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American Legion Post 25 Contributes to Fund for District 55 K-9 Article Dogs
May 8, 2022
It’s hard to keep up with the members of American Legion Post 25. Literally. They are always out in the community completing small and not so small projects for those…
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To Be a Tiger
May 8, 2022
If you attend Clemson, It’s a given that you’re a Tiger. But Thomas Lowry takes that to a new level. It was almost a given that Thomas Lowry would follow…
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Lander University’s Randy Bouknight Receives Honorary Doctorate
May 6, 2022
As Lander University continues to celebrate its Sesquicentennial—the 150th anniversary of the institution’s founding in 1872—President Richard Cosentino and members of the Board of Trustees used Lander’s Spring Commencement Exercises…
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PC Releases Report and Actions Stemming from Feb. 11 Incident
May 6, 2022
Presbyterian College released its report on the investigation surrounding the Feb. 11 racially charged incident that occurred on campus just before a lacrosse match against Howard University.The findings of the…
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Attorney General Alan Wilson secures over $2 million for consumers deceived by TurboTax
May 4, 2022
AG Wilson Joins All 50 States in Agreement with TurboTax Owner Intuit for Deceiving Low-Income Americans into Paying for Free Tax Services Attorney General Alan Wilson today secured over $2…
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LCSO Jail and Bail Fundraiser this Friday
May 4, 2022
The annual “Jail and Bail” fundraiser for the Laurens County Sheriff’s Office (LCSO) is this Friday. The event is the largest fundraiser for the sheriff’s office and the proceeds are…
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Field Trip to Kings Mountain State Park Follows Lecture on the Battle at Kings Mountain
May 4, 2022
Historian and battlefield preservationist Durant Ashmore brings history to life with his series of monthly lectures at the Laurens County Museum followed by a field trip to a historical site.…
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Actor calls on Lander University graduates to ‘manifest whatever life you want’
May 4, 2022
A leading Hollywood actor, whose first attempt at working in the entertainment industry didn’t fare well, told Lander University graduates, “You can manifest whatever lives you want.” Andy Buckley, known…
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Boeing STEM Signing Day Recipients from LDHS
May 4, 2022
Laurens Raiders Wesley Veal and Emma Clough have been selected to attend STEM Signing Day presented by Boeing. Only 2 students are selected from our Laurens County every year so…
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City of Laurens Moves to Meet the Demand for Rental Housing
May 3, 2022
On Tuesday, May 3, 2022, City Council held a special called meeting to approve the sale of City of Laurens property just off East Hampton Street in the area known…
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Laurens County Chamber Announces First Quarter Ambassador and Small Business of Excellence Winners
May 3, 2022
The Laurens County Chamber of Commerce awarded the first quarter Ambassador and Small Business of Excellence Awards at during the April Board of Directors meeting. Cortni Motes, Laurens County Public…
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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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Medical Freedom Bill Signed into Law in South Carolina
May 2, 2022
Last week Governor Henry McMaster signed South Carolina House bill 3126 into law the legislation dealing with COVID-19 vaccine mandates in South Carolina. The lead sponsor, Rep. Stewart Jones (Laurens…
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Clemson Summer Scholars
May 2, 2022
On April 27, 2022, twenty-six Clinton High Schools students were presented scholarships from GEAR-UP to attend Clemson Summer Scholar camps this summer in June and July. They will be attending…
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Laurens County Museum Revolutionary War Lecture “Kings Mountain” – Tuesday, May 3
May 2, 2022
A monthly lecture series presented by historian and battlefield preservationist Durant Ashmore at the Laurens County Museum. The incredible Patriot victory at Kings Mountain will be the topic of the…
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Lander Students Receive Awards at 2022 Association of Southeastern Biologists
May 2, 2022
Lander University students (in the photo left to right) Zach Swartzentruber, of Abbeville; Ayla Edmiston, of Cayce; Carley Cannon, of Chapin; and Elisa Howansky, of Westminster, were honored with awards…
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Utilizing the 0% Tax Rate on Long-Term Capital Gains
May 1, 2022
By Carolyn Stewart Even if the holidays have passed, it’s never too early or too late to start thinking about what gifts you can give to your loved ones. While…
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LDHS Livestock Judging Team Wins the Junior Division of the State 4-H Livestock Judging Competition
April 29, 2022
The LDHS Livestock Judging Team recently won the State 4-H Livestock Judging Event held in Clemson. There were six teams competing in the Junior Division with four students per team.…
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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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Intrepid PTC Veterinary Technology Instructor from Clinton Wins National Recognition
April 29, 2022
Piedmont Technical College (PTC) Veterinary Technology Instructor Melissa Entrekin is a crusader for her profession. She has invested hours of personal time advocating for fairness and equity in the pay…
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Red Devils Win 2022 Region Championship
April 28, 2022
The Red Devils defeated Chapman 6-2 on Tuesday night to clinch the 2022 region championship. The Red Devils and Panthers split their regular season contests, so a play-off was necessary…
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Thornwell Charter School Seeking Board of Directors Candidates
April 28, 2022
Thornwell Charter School in Clinton, SC is seeking candidates for two seats on the Board of Directors. The elected candidates will serve a two-year term. Candidates must apply online by…
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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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Lander University Celebrates Student Achievements at Annual Student Life Awards
April 27, 2022
“We’re here tonight because this is a particularly proud moment for those of us who have the privilege of working in the University,” Dr. Boyd Yarbrough, vice president of Student…
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Governor’s School for Science + Mathematics Receives Research Grant from Nephron Pharmaceuticals
April 27, 2022
The South Carolina Governor’s School for Science + Mathematics (GSSM) is pleased to announce it has received a $10,000 grant from Nephron Pharmaceuticals Corporation to fund research internships for GSSM…
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District 55 Partners with Sheriff’s Office to Add Two K-9 Dogs for School Safety
April 27, 2022
School safety is at the forefront of communities throughout the nation. It is also the priority for Laurens County School District 55 (LCSD 55). The school district is partnering with…
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Sip & Stroll is Back this Friday
April 27, 2022
If you’ve never been to the Main Street Lauren’s annual Sip & Stroll here’s your chance. Some tickets for the event in downtown Laurens are still available. The Square will…
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