SC Office of Rural Health awards more than $725,000 in rural health equity funding
August 4, 2022
The South Carolina Office of Rural Health (SCORH) announced 26 funding awards to address COVID-19 health disparities and support local health equity initiatives in rural communities. The grants, totaling $725,556,…
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Chief Latimore Receives Accolades at Farewell Reception
August 4, 2022
On Wednesday, August 3, Laurens Police Department (LPD) and the City of Laurens held a farewell reception for Chief Latimore in the Magnolia Room of the Laurens County Museum. The…
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Tour of Recently Discovered Battlefield August 6
August 3, 2022
Durant Ashmore will lead a tour of Hammond’s Store Battlefield Saturday, August 6, 2022, at 9:00 AM. This battlefield which is on private property just outside of Clinton, SC, has…
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Agreement Supports Transfer to Francis Marion University for Eligible PTC Commercial Art Program Graduates
August 2, 2022
Piedmont Technical College (PTC) and Francis Marion University (FMU) 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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Ten at the Top Announces 2022 Elevate Upstate Community Vibrancy Grant Program
August 2, 2022
We are pleased to announce that Hughes Investments has committed $15,000 to support three grants at $5,000 each for the 2022 Elevate Upstate Community Vibrancy Grant program. Two of the…
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Clinton YMCA Youth Soccer Registration
August 2, 2022
Summer is almost over and school is about to start. That means fall sports will also begin at the Clinton YMCA. The Clinton YMCA soccer registration is now open with…
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APGA Congratulates Fountain Inn Natural Gas for Operational Excellence
August 2, 2022
The American Public Gas Association (APGA) presented Fountain Inn Natural Gas with the prestigious APGA System Operational Achievement Recognition (SOAR) for excellence in operating its natural gas utility. Public natural…
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The Holmes family of Laurens wins Main Street South Carolina Outstanding Service Award
August 2, 2022
Main Street South Carolina has recognized the Holmes family of Laurens with the Main Street South Carolina Downtown Service Award. The award recognizes an elected official, appointed public official, resident…
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Shop Local During SC’s Sales Tax Holiday – August 5-7
August 2, 2022
South Carolina’s annual Sales Tax Holiday is scheduled for this coming weekend, August 5-7. During the annual Sales Tax Holiday, a variety of purchases are exempt from the state’s 6% Sales Tax and…
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Registration Open for “Run Like a Mann” 5K Walk/Run Fundraiser
August 2, 2022
Calling all runners and walkers! The Laurens County Cancer Association will host their annual “Run Like a Mann” 5K walk/run on Saturday, August 27. There will also be a One…
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PC Community Shatters All-Time Record for Philantrhopic Support in 2021-22
August 1, 2022
Presbyterian College alumni and friends gave at an unprecedented level this fiscal year, with $18.3 million in total gifts and multi-year pledges. This year’s totals nearly doubled PC’s previous fundraising…
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The Tale of Two Savers
August 1, 2022
Albert Einstein is reputed to have said, “Compound interest is the eighth Wonder of the World. He who understands it earns it; he who doesn’t, pays for it.” What is…
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The Brew – Chamber to Host Local Networking Session August 17
August 1, 2022
Laurens County Chamber of Commerce has announced the next session of “The Brew.” The event will be held on August 17 from 8:00-9:00 am at Laurens CPW (212 Church Street,…
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Community Celebrates Opening of the Veterans Affairs and Laurens County Voter Registration and Election Office
August 1, 2022
From the basement of the historic court house to Bolt Drive Complex. The Laurens County Voter Registration and Elections office and Veterans Affairs office is now fully up and running…
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2022-2023 Hunting and Fishing Rules and Regulation Guide
August 1, 2022
The South Carolina Department of Natural Resources has finalized the 2022-23 South Carolina Rules and Regulations. Copies of the Official State Regulation Guide are are being delivered to hunting and…
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Meet Clinton’s New Fire Chief
August 1, 2022
Many little boys grow up dreaming to be a firefighter. Chief Jeremy Marshall is living that dream. After serving as Interim Chief since November 2021, Marshall was promoted to Clinton…
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Marketing Minute: TikTok
August 1, 2022
Marketing Minute with Meghan Durant, NP Strategy It’s not always easy to stay up to date on social media trends. This week’s video shares insight into the fastest growing…
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Laila’s Place – Clinton’s Ice Cream Parlor to Open August 5
August 1, 2022
Scooping Ice Cream and Southern Hospitality Laila’s Place in Clinton, not to be confused with the Newberry location, is scheduled to open at noon on Friday, August 5 and you…
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County Councilman Rankin is Recognized by SCGOP as Outstanding Young Republican
August 1, 2022
The South Carolina Republican Party held their annual convention on Saturday, July 30 at the Columbia Metropolitan Convention Center in Columbia. On the agenda for the conference was the presentation…
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LCSO Annual School Supply Drive – Friday, August 12
July 31, 2022
The Laurens County Sheriff’s Office will hold their annual School Supply Collection Drive on Friday, August 12. The event will be held at the Laurens Chick-fil-A from 9AM to 2PM…
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Piedmont Tech Summer Graduations Set for Aug. 4
July 29, 2022
Piedmont Technical College (PTC) will hold two in-person summer commencement exercises on Thursday, Aug. 4, 2022, in Greenwood. An 11 a.m. ceremony will recognize graduates from our Arts/Sciences and Business,…
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Attorney General Alan Wilson sues Biden administration to protect Second Amendment
July 28, 2022
South Carolina Attorney General Alan Wilson joined a 17-state coalition suing the Biden administration over proposed rules that would violate the Second Amendment. The attorneys general filed a complaint today against the…
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Men’s Basketball Adds Lane to Coaching Staff
July 27, 2022
Presbyterian College Blue Hose head men’s basketball coach Quinton Ferrell has announced the hiring of Rob Lane as Director of Basketball Operations. “Rob Lane is a young coach who has…
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Food Truck Monday in Clinton August 1
July 27, 2022
The next installment of Food Truck Monday in Clinton is Monday, August 1. The event takes place from 5-8 pm and will be held at 105 W Main Street. Bring…
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Clinton Town Rhythms Thursday July 25
July 27, 2022
The City of Clinton Town Rhythms is back this Thursday July 25. Bring the family and your lawn chair sand pull up to the curb at the downtown Depot, to…
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Coach Atkinson Honored at South Carolina Athletic Coaches Association Banquet
July 27, 2022
Most of us can remember a coach who had a profound impact on our lives. Coaching our youth in various sports is about more than the sport they are playing. …
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Rootimentary – Now Hiring for All Positions
July 27, 2022
The Buzz recently reported on the new restaurant coming to the Public Square in Laurens. Rootimentary will be opening this fall and guests can expect something different and special. The…
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Gearing up for Flight of the Dove – Snack Donations Requested
July 26, 2022
Hospice of Laurens County is gearing up for Flight of the Dove on Saturday, August 6 and they need your help. This annual event is their biggest fundraiser each year.…
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PC Names Lu Steinfeldt Head Cheerleading Coach
July 26, 2022
The Presbyterian College athletic department and athletic director Rob Acunto announced Tuesday the hiring of Lu Steinfeldt as Head Cheerleading Coach. Steinfeldt comes to PC after completing a successful athletic career at Alma…
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PC Football Season Tickets Now on Sale
July 26, 2022
Presbyterian College football season tickets are now on sale. The Blue Hose are set to play five home games at Bailey Memorial Stadium this fall beginning on September 10th against…
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Gov. Henry McMaster Makes Major Investment into S.C. Workforce
July 26, 2022
Governor Invests $25 Million in Workforce Scholarships for the Future Governor Henry McMaster today announced an additional $25 million investment into Workforce Scholarships for the Future, a program that provides…
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LC School District 56 Back to School Supply Drive
July 26, 2022
August is almost here and that means faculty and teachers are working hard to prepare for the new school year. As part of that, Laurens County School District 56 will…
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Laurens County Democratic Party to hold county-wide School Supply Drive.
July 26, 2022
Locations in Clinton, Gray Court, Waterloo and Laurens On Saturday, July 30 the Laurens County Democratic Party will be collecting school supplies for children in need throughout the county at…
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For Second Year City of Laurens Takes Top Award at South Carolina Municipal Association Annual Meeting
July 25, 2022
We know great things are happening in Laurens, and it’s being noticed by others. For the second year in a row, the City of Laurens was recognized with top honors…
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Steamers Restaurant Gets Surprise Visit from Governor McMaster
July 25, 2022
It was your typical Monday until it wasn’t at Steamers in Clinton. The AC was out (being replaced on Tuesday), Musgrove Street was closed for water line maintenance and then…
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Women @ Work Networking Event a Resounding Success
July 25, 2022
Last week the Laurens County Chamber of Commerce hosted a “Women @ Work Happy Hour and Networking event in their office. Among their many roles in the community, the chamber…
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STOP THE BLEED Training Draws Crowd at CrossFit864
July 25, 2022
CrossFit864 hosted a free course this past weekend in hopes of equipping more people with lifesaving first aid skills. With bleeding as the number one cause of preventable death after…
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Keith Grounsell Appointed Chief of Laurens Police Department
July 25, 2022
After a highly competitive selection process, Laurens Mayor Nathan Senn announced the appointment of the City’s next Police Chief, Keith P. Grounsell. “We are committed to pursuing the safety, peace,…
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Clinton Dental Care Says Farewell to Longtime Employee
July 25, 2022
If you have been a patient of Clinton Dental Care at any time during the past 35 years you have surely heard this – “Thank you for calling Clinton Dental…
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LC Museum Revolutionary War Lecture “Ninety Six to Hayes Station”
July 25, 2022
“Ninety Six to Hayes Station” is the topic of Durant Ashmore’s lecture on Tuesday, August 2, 2022, at 7:00 PM, at the Laurens County Museum Witherspoon Building, 116 South Public…
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PTC Laurens County Campus Director Knows the Score, Cheers Her Team
July 21, 2022
It’s first and 10 for the football-loving Piedmont Technical College (PTC) Laurens County Campus Director Kim Chalmers, and it’s still early in the game. You might say she has the…
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Rotary Club of Laurens, SC making a huge impact in the Community
July 21, 2022
Education and the fight against hunger are the overarching focus areas of the Rotarians of Laurens, SC. Rotary Readers, the Backpack Program, Meals on Wheels, Teaching Fund Award, to mention…
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Attorney General Alan Wilson joins multistate letter urging Google not to censor crisis pregnancy centers from search results
July 21, 2022AG Wilson promises legal action against Google should they discriminate against crisis pregnancy centers in search results and other tools South Carolina Attorney General Alan Wilson today sent a multistate…
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PC Names Francis Schodowski Vice President for Advancement
July 20, 2022
Presbyterian College president Dr. Matthew vandenBerg introduced Francis Schodowski this week as the college’s vice president for advancement. Schodowski is the current executive vice president at Columbia College in Columbia,…
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McMahon and McCormack Named to NABC Honors Court
July 20, 2022
Presbyterian College Blue Hose men’s basketball seniors Jack McMahon and Owen McCormack were named to the National Association of Basketball Coaches (NABC) Honors Court. The Honors Court recognizes men’s collegiate…
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State Treasurer Curtis Loftis announces Future Scholar promotion with Prisma Health
July 20, 2022
New parents eligible to receive privately-funded $5,290 grant State Treasurer Curtis Loftis announced a new collaboration between Future Scholar, South Carolina’s 529 College Savings Plan, and Prisma Health to promote…
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PTC Innovation Team of the Year Redefines Creative Collaboration
July 20, 2022
The Piedmont Technical College (PTC) Area Commission presented the college’s 2022 Innovation Team of the Year Award to the PTC Economic Development Team at a meeting earlier this year. Members…
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Attorney General Alan Wilson announces Court rules federal government cannot force SC to allow biological males to compete on girls’ sports teams, use girls’ showers/locker rooms
July 20, 2022Attorney General Alan Wilson announces a federal court has ruled that the federal government cannot force schools in South Carolina and 19 other states to follow new anti-discrimination rules. The…
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The “Sesqui Series” In July 1954, a Lander beauty was named Miss Universe
July 20, 2022
Long before Miriam Stevenson was crowned Miss Universe 1954, she had years of experience in preparing for competitions. Growing up on a dairy farm in Winnsboro, Stevenson became adept at…
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Fountain Inn 2022 Youth Basketball Coed Summer Camp
July 20, 2022
The City of Fountain Inn presents the 2022 Youth Coed Basketball Summer Camp. The Parks and Recreation Department is fortunate and excited to have your child participate with our Youth…
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