Lander program to discuss Black soldiers in the Civil War
February 21, 2022
Dr. Holly Pinheiro, Jr., author of “The Families’ Civil War: Black Soldiers and the Fight for Racial Justice,” will speak at Lander University on Monday, February 28. An Assistant Professor…
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Ribbon Cutting for Basket Case Gifts
February 21, 2022
A Grand Opening Ribbon Cutting was hosted by the Laurens County Chamber of Commerce on Friday, February 18, to celebrate a new business in Clinton, SC. This family owned and…
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Laurens County Chamber Holds First Business After Hours Event of 2022
February 21, 2022
Palmetto Brothers Dispensary hosted the first Laurens County Chamber of Commerce Business After Hours event of the year on February 17. South Bend Winery partnered with Palmetto Brothers Dispensary to…
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Clinton High Band Students Attend Honor Band and Conductor’s Symposium
February 21, 2022
On Valentine’s Day weekend, Clinton High School sent four student musicians to the University of South Carolina for the three day-long Honor Band and Conductor’s Symposium. Seniors Nishyah Scott, Catelyn Caughman,…
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Music fans invited ‘Behind the Scenes’ at PC
February 21, 2022
Presbyterian College’s Music Department invites fans “Behind the Scenes” in a new guest series that explores the making of music. This spring, the series kicks off with composer Ben Robichaux…
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Gov. Henry McMaster to U.S. Secretary of Defense Lloyd Austin: S.C. Will Not Court-Martial Guardsmen over Vaccine Mandate
February 21, 2022
Governor Henry McMaster recently sent a letter to U.S. Secretary of Defense Lloyd Austin urging him to rescind the federal vaccine mandate on National Guardsmen, explaining why it is likely…
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No. 12 Presbyterian Wins Season-Opening Meet
February 21, 2022
The 12th-ranked Presbyterian College Blue Hose (1-0) Acrobatics and Tumbling team opened the 2022 season with a win over the Saint Leo Lions (0-1) by the score of 251.680-236.365 in…
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Award-Winning Student Photographer Enjoys ‘Capturing the Moment’
February 18, 2022
Sam Gilmer is kind of a throwback. At just 21, the Piedmont Technical College (PTC) student wholeheartedly embraces old-school photojournalism. In fact, he has been taking photos for his hometown…
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Laurens County Council Meeting – February 22nd Agenda
February 18, 2022
Laurens County Council will meet for a regularly scheduled meeting on Tuesday, February 22nd. The meeting location is the old historic courthouse on the square in Laurens and starts at…
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“Behind the Scenes” Music Event Brings Acclaimed Composer to PC
February 18, 2022
“Behind the Scenes” is a guest artist series that explores the making of music. In this next event in the series, Dr. Giovani Briguente (PC Director of Bands) hosts a…
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Laurens County Chamber Annual Meeting Shines Light on the Best of Laurens County
February 16, 2022
Last week the Laurens County Chamber of Commerce held their annual meeting for the first time in two years. The event was held on February 10th and as expected, the…
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Lander University’s Linus Jonsson sees every day as an opportunity to learn something new
February 16, 2022
When deciding on which college he wanted to attend, Lander University sophomore Linus Jonsson said he decided to go to Lander because of the opportunity to earn his bachelor’s degree…
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Carolina Land Company Sells Gray Court, SC Land
February 16, 2022
Carolina Land Company recently represented the seller of 47.66 acres on Deck Road in Gray Court, SC in the sale of their family property. The buyer purchased the property for…
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The Basics of Rehab Loans for Real Estate Investors
February 16, 2022
By Dalton Elliott Lima One Capital Real estate investors have lots of different ways to profit from buying homes. But one of the most tried and true ways is by…
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Saturday Success Sessions for Scholars in Laurens School District 55
February 16, 2022
The Office of Academic Recovery Interventions of Laurens County School District 55 (LCSD 55) has launched Saturday Success Sessions for Scholars. The initiative provides virtual grade-level learning opportunities for students…
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PTC Vet Tech Student Proud to be ‘68-Tango’
February 16, 2022
They have bravely distinguished themselves on the battlefield, served with honor, proven their loyalty, and saved countless lives. Oh, and they also adore a good belly rub. They are military…
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Thornwell Announces Tenth President and CEO, Rev. Myron W. Wilkins, MSW
February 16, 2022
The veteran nonprofit executive will take over as President and CEO effective April 1, 2022 Thornwell, a non-profit organization committed to the most innovative and effective solutions to help children…
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Gov. Henry McMaster, S.C. House Leadership Propose Income Tax Cut
February 15, 2022
Governor Henry McMaster was joined today by S.C. House leadership and members of the S.C. House Republican Caucus to announce an income tax cut proposal that accelerates the governor’s previous…
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Murder Mystery Dinner Theatre Coming to Clinton
February 15, 2022
City of Clinton is bringing Murder Mystery Dinner Theatre to town.” Best Murder in the World” The “Best Murder in the World” is coming to Clinton. The dinner theatre event…
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From Italy to South Carolina – Dog Tags Lost in World War II Coming Home
February 14, 2022
There is a lot of abuse and misuse of social media but the power of it can also be use for great good. Here is one such story. Recently, a…
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Coronavirus & vaccination update in South Carolina
February 14, 2022
Updated Feb 14, 2021 The links provided below are updated regularly as information becomes available. Keep checking back here for updates. Latest SC Data (Feb 14, 2021) SC Demographic Data…
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Sheriff’s Office Receives Tactical Response Gear
February 13, 2022
Last Fall the Buzz shared a story about a donation of customized medical kits for the Laurens County Sheriff’s office. The Sawmill owner, Steve Brown worked with the founder of…
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LCSD 55 Earns Cognia System Accreditation
February 13, 2022
Laurens County School District 55 (LCSD 55) has earned system accreditation by Cognia™, a nonprofit organization that provides quality assurance for schools, school districts, and education service providers. Cognia, formerly…
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Lander University receives gift from Self Regional Healthcare to establish nursing scholarship program
February 11, 2022
Lander University and Self Regional Healthcare today announced the creation of a new nursing scholarship program at the University, established through a transformational endowed gift from the health care provider…
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Attorney General Alan Wilson issues opinion on the legality of doctors prescribing alternative drugs to treat COVID-19
February 11, 2022
Attorney General Alan Wilson today released an opinion saying South Carolina doctors do have the authority to prescribe “off-label” drugs to treat COVID-19. “Our doctors, as well as their patients,…
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LCSD 55 Offering Confidential Hotline for Students
February 11, 2022
Families in Laurens County School District 55 (LCSD 55) may utilize a service provided through a partnership of the South Carolina Department of Education (SCDE) and Mental Health America of…
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LCSD 55 to Host Parent Academy Virtual Lessons
February 10, 2022
In a time when the stresses of the COVID-19 pandemic continue to impact families, Laurens County School District 55 (LCSD 55) is committed to providing resources to help. Through a…
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South Carolina Department of Education and South Carolina Technical College System announce $11.5 million partnership
February 10, 2022
The South Carolina Department of Education (SCDE) and South Carolina Technical College System (SCTCS) announced a three year $11.5 million partnership that will grow and expand career and technical education…
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Strom Thurmond High School Taps Webb to be Head Football Coach
February 10, 2022
At the February 8, 2022 meeting and with a unanimous vote, the Edgefield County School District (ECSD) Board of Trustees appointed Andrew Webb as head football coach of Strom Thurmond…
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Zoom Out
February 10, 2022
By Ben Pettit For 2022, it may be time for you to “zoom out” of your comfort zone. No, this is not a prediction or a command that in-person meetings…
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2021 Upstate SC investments top $2.5 billion
February 10, 2022
85 companies announced 8,941 jobs to be created across 10-county region Upstate South Carolina’s economic momentum continued in 2021, with 85 companies announcing more than $2.5 billion in capital investment…
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CrossFit864 Holds 12th annual 5k run/walk
February 9, 2022
CrossFit864 recently held the 12th annual 5K run/walk. The event usually includes a 1/2 marathon along with the 5k but they have not done the 1/2 in the last two…
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“The World Turned Upside Down” Revolutionary War Lecture
February 9, 2022
The Laurens County Museum Revolutionary War Lecture Series will continue on Tuesday, March 1, 2022, at 7:00 pm. Battlefield preservationist and historian Durant Ashmore will speak about “The World Turned…
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Shop and Dine with Your Valentine in Clinton
February 9, 2022
Who says you have to wait for Valentine’s Day to celebrate?! Get your Valentine just what they want as you shop and dine in downtown Clinton on Thursday, February 10th.…
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So Much to Love About 529 Plans
February 9, 2022
By State Treasurer Curtis Loftis Around this time of year, it seems every store I enter is full of heart-covered cards, rose bouquets or some other symbol of love. Whether…
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Blue Diamond Industries establishing first East Coast manufacturing operations in Laurens County
February 9, 2022
$18 million investment will create over 90 new jobs COLUMBIA, S.C. – Blue Diamond Industries, a subsidiary of Hexatronic Group AB in Sweden and a manufacturer of high-density polyethylene (HDPE)…
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Red Devils Football Schedule Released
February 8, 2022
Head coach Corey Fountain has released Clinton High School’s football schedule for the fall. Coming off of a great season last year the Red Devils will open up at home.…
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Agreement Enhances Transfer of PTC-Graduated Registered Nurses to Lander Baccalaureate Nursing Program
February 8, 2022
When shifts change at any health care facility, it’s essential to have an efficient handoff of information and responsibility between staff who are leaving and those coming in. An agreement…
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PC announces $8 million initiative to improve athletic facilities
February 8, 2022
Presbyterian College launched the public phase of an $8 million philanthropic initiative to improve athletic facilities during a Lettermen’s Day event on campus Jan. 29. The Championship Spirit: Building on…
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Nearly 3,600 acres protected by Upstate Forever in 2021
February 8, 2022
Greenville- and Spartanburg-based conservation organization Upstate Forever protected approximately 3,600 acres of private and public forests, farmlands, and green spaces across Upstate South Carolina in 2021. Additional projects where Upstate…
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Dr. Tony Foster Appointed to SC Juvenile Parole Board
February 8, 2022
The Senate Corrections and Penology Committee recently convened to review candidates for the South Carolina Juvenile Parole Board. Among them was Dr. Tony A. Foster of Greenwood, SC. “It was…
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GSSM Summer Camp Applications Are Open
February 8, 2022
The South Carolina Governor’s School for Science & Mathematics (GSSM) is now accepting applications for its summer camps: Summer STEM, CREATEng, GoSciTech, and iTEAMS Xtreme. Campers will be accepted on…
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Basket Case Customized Gifts is Expanding – Open House February 12th
February 7, 2022
We first introduced our readers to the Basket Case last year and already they are expanding. Initially the customized gift basket business was “out of the home,” but community response…
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Former Sen. Floyd Nicholson delivers poignant, personal address on civil rights history in U.S.
February 7, 2022
Presbyterian College launched its celebration of Black History Month with a story told not only by someone with knowledge about the Civil Rights Movement during the 1960s but also someone…
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Laurens County School District 55 and DHEC to Provide At-Home Test Kits
February 7, 2022
Parents of students in Laurens County School District 55 (LCSD 55) are receiving a pack of two at-home COVID-19 rapid test kits. Distribution of the test kits is expected to…
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Going Into Business with your Loved One? Four Tips for Starting and Running a Successful Business Together
February 7, 2022
By Justin Hawkins, South Carolina Regional Banking Director, Wells Fargo For nearly all small business owners, business ownership is a labor of love. Yet running a business with your loved…
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LCDC Annual Meeting – Year in Review and Looking Ahead
February 7, 2022
The Laurens County Development Corporation (LCDC) held their annual meeting last week to report on the results of 2021 and the future of Laurens County. Despite being in year two…
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Forest Lawn Cemetery Mausoleum Repairs Underway
February 5, 2022
It’s been a long time coming but the repairs to the dilapidated mausoleum at Forest Lawn Cemetery are underway. In September of last year we reported that as a result…
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Laurens County Council Meeting – Tuesday, February 8th
February 5, 2022
Laurens County Council will meet for a regularly scheduled meeting on Tuesday, February 8. The meeting location is the old historic courthouse on the square in Laurens and starts at…
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Attorney General Alan Wilson continues to fight healthcare worker vaccine mandate in new filing
February 4, 2022
Attorney General Alan Wilson is continuing the fight to protect South Carolina healthcare workers and their patients and employers from the Biden administration’s COVID-19 vaccination mandate. In a new action…
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