Freedom Fest Parade and Laurens Lights the Night
July 4, 2022
Laurens County knows how to celebrate and that’s exactly what happened over the Fourth of July weekend. Sunday afternoon a parade with entries from across the County made the way…
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Laurens Recognizes Two Fireman at Retirement
July 4, 2022
Last Thursday the City of Laurens recognized the service of two men who have given decades of service to the City of Laurens fighting fires and protecting those in danger, Assistant…
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College View Neighbors Celebrate America
July 4, 2022
The College View community in Clinton held their 22nd Annual Hickory Street Independence Day Parade on Monday morning. It’s a slice of small town America right here in Laurens County.…
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Fountain Inn Fourth of July Festivities
July 3, 2022
Fountain Inn’s Fireworks Spectacular was a great success on Saturday, July 2. The crowds came out and enjoyed all that was planned for the day. The fireworks display was the…
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SC Department of Public Safety – Special Holiday Enforcement
July 2, 2022
Motorists across South Carolina will see additional enforcement over the Independence Day holiday weekend as the SC Department of Public Safety continues its ACE (Area Coordinated Enforcement) to reduce collisions…
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Join the CNNGA Team
July 2, 2022
If you are looking for a challenging and rewarding career with State Insurance and retirement, look no further. CNNGA has an immediate opening for an Installation Technician at the Newberry…
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Lunch and Learn Program at the Laurens County Museum July 13
July 1, 2022
Bring your lunch and learn about the Civil Rights struggle which erupted in a riot in Laurens County during Reconstruction. Laurens County Museum will host a talk by and discussion with Dr. Robert…
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Thornwell Unveils Three-Year Strategic Plan Leading to 150 Year Anniversary
July 1, 2022
The plan entitled “Many Voices. One Mission” highlights three strategic initiatives. Thornwell, a non-profit organization committed to serving children and families in need across Florida, Georgia, and South Carolina, is…
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Lego Competition Invites Budding Architects to Show Off Their Talent
June 30, 2022
The Arts Center of Greenwood is offering a fantastic opportunity for parents and others who may have experienced the discomfort (to comic effect) of stepping on unseen LEGOS in their…
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LCSD 56 Superintendent Selected for Lifetime Achievement Award
June 30, 2022
Four school leaders from across the state have been selected by the South Carolina Association of School Administrators (SCASA) as 2022 Lifetime Achievement Award winners. This year, Mr. Timothy Hopkins,…
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Gov. McMaster Holds Ceremonial Bill Signing for the Workforce Enhancement and Military Recognition Act
June 30, 2022
South Carolina veterans’ military pay is now exempt from all state income taxes On Wednesday, June 29, Governor Henry McMaster was joined by S.C. Department of Veterans’ Affairs Secretary William Grimsley,…
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“Ninety Six” Revolutionary War Lecture at LC Museum
June 29, 2022
The second siege at Star Fort in Ninety Six and events surrounding the siege will be the topic of Durant Ashmore’s Revolutionary War Lecture on Tuesday, July 5, 2022, 7:00…
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Laurens County Freedom Fest Starts Friday
June 29, 2022
Independence Day or July 4th is not until Monday, but Laurens County is set to celebrate all weekend long. “I feel like a kid on Christmas Eve! I can’t wait…
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American Legion Post 25 to Host Golf Tournament Fundraiser
June 29, 2022
If they’re not out fixing things or cleaning up in the community, they are raising money so they can do more volunteer work. American Legion Post 25 will hold a…
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LushAcres Market Boasts Plentiful Produce
June 29, 2022
As LushAcres Farm celebrates one year of full operation, the fruits of their labor are plentiful. If you haven’t been by the market recently you should. The market on LushAcres Farm…
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LCSO Inmate Litter Crew Contributes to Community Wide Clean Up
June 29, 2022
There is a great emphasis on keeping Laurens County clean and the Laurens County Sheriff’s office is helping with their inmate litter crew program. In the month of June, the…
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Primary Runoff Decides Two Races
June 29, 2022
Tuesday’s Primary Runoff settled two close races, one for each party. For Democrats, Krystle Matthews beat Catherine Fleming Bruce in a runoff for U.S. Senate. Matthews captured 55.78% of the…
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LCDC Holds HR Roundtable Discussion
June 29, 2022
On Wednesday, June 29th, the Laurens County Development Corporation (LCDC) hosted an HR Roundtable for over 32 HR representatives and leaders from local industries, utilities, educational institutions, and city and…
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It’s Bat Pup Season – What You Need to Know
June 28, 2022
It’s bat pup season! Do you know your bat and safety facts? South Carolina Wild is the official blog of South Carolina Department of Natural Resources and here’w what they…
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PC mourns the loss of Rev. Dr. Jack Presseau
June 27, 2022
It is with great sadness that we announce the passing of the Rev. Dr. Jack Presseau, professor emeritus of religion and the founder of Student Volunteer Services. Jack served as…
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New Chief Appointed to Lead Laurens Fire Department
June 27, 2022
Mayor Nathan Senn announced today (Monday, June 27, 2022) the appointment of Neil Roberts as the next Chief of the City of Laurens Fire Department. Roberts will officially take over…
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Tuesday is Primary Runoff Election Day
June 27, 2022
Two weeks ago, the primary elections took place and based on the results, there are two races that were put into a runoff for local voters. On Tuesday, June 28…
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Tipsy Gypsy is Coming to Clinton
June 27, 2022
Like the name, the Tipsy Gypsy, or TG Consignment Boutique, is not your ordinary consignment shop. The store located at 105 E. Main Street in downtown Clinton (previously home to…
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The Brew – Coffee and Conversation about all Things Laurens County
June 27, 2022
Last week, the Laurens County Chamber of Commerce, in partnership with Main Street Clinton, hosted another session of The Brew. The Brew is a bi-monthly meeting providing a unique opportunity for local…
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Attorney General Alan Wilson applauds U.S. Supreme Court’s decision protecting religious freedom
June 27, 2022
South Carolina Attorney General Alan Wilson applauded the decision released today by the Supreme Court of the United States that protects the religious rights of public employees. The Court ruled…
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Laurens County Council Meeting – June 28 Agenda
June 27, 2022
Laurens County Council will meet for a regularly scheduled meeting on Tuesday, June 28. The meeting location is the old historic courthouse on the square in Laurens and starts at…
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Putting Red, White and Blue into Your Fourth of July Festivities
June 27, 2022
You’ve invited friends over to celebrate on Independence Day. The menu probably consists of some of the most popular grilling meats and picnic side dishes, American staples for the holiday.…
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Smithsonian Exhibit at Laurens County Museum until July 16
June 27, 2022
Visit the Laurens County Museum before Friday, July 16, 2022, to see the traveling Smithsonian Museum on Main Street Exhibit “Voices and Votes, Democracy in America.” The exhibit documents the…
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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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