Court agrees with AG Wilson and blocks “Tax Mandate” that didn’t allow states to cut taxes
November 16, 2021
A federal judge has agreed with Attorney General Alan Wilson and 12 other states that part of the stimulus plan that prohibits states from cutting taxes is unconstitutional. The judge…
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Attorney General Wilson urges efforts to stop robocallers from misusing legitimate phone numbers
November 16, 2021
Attorney General Alan Wilson today wrote the Federal Communications Commission (FCC) in support of its efforts to reduce illegal robocallers’ access to legitimate phone numbers to make unending robocalls that…
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LCSD 56 Holds Legislative Appreciation Dinner
November 16, 2021
Every parent, grandparent, teacher and principal knows it really does take a village to raise a child. This sentiment took on new meaning with the challenges schools, parents and students…
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Attorney General Wilson files lawsuit to stop vaccine mandate for healthcare workers
November 15, 2021
South Carolina Attorney General Alan Wilson filed a lawsuit today in federal court to block the mandate requiring healthcare workers to be vaccinated against COVID-19. “The Biden Administration has struck…
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Mayor Senn Counts the Blessings of 2021
November 15, 2021
As the days grow shorter and the nights grow colder, we look forward to celebrating the holidays. Hopefully, this year our holidays will be more like those we have celebrated…
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Sheriff Reynolds Participates in Upstate Sheriff’s Forum
November 15, 2021
On Monday, November 15th, Sheriff Don Reynolds was one of four Upstate Sheriff’s Forum. The event which was held at the Veranda in Greenville was sponsored by Fox Carolina, 106.3…
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Broad Street Antiques 2nd Annual Sip and Stroll
November 15, 2021
Broad Street Antiques and Vintage Finds in Clinton will hold their 2nd Annual Sip and Stroll on December 3rd from 5-8 pm. The antique store located at 204 North Broad…
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Chick Fil A November Leader Academy
November 15, 2021
The Chick-Fil-A Leader Academy continues in Laurens School District 55 and November focused on Servant Leadership: putting the needs of others first. Students listened to guest speakers John Young, General…
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District 56 School Board Gives O’Shields High Marks and a Raise
November 15, 2021
In a letter dated November 9th, Jim Barton, Chair of Laurens County School District 56 School Board had positive things to say about the performance of Superintendent David O’Shields for…
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South Pointe Stops Raiders in Playoff Clash
November 15, 2021
Laurens knew it was playing a worthy opponent in a 2nd-round Class 4A game in Rock Hill. The South Pointe Stallions were as advertised, eliminating the Raiders by a score…
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Furman Races Past PC Women
November 15, 2021
A tough early-season schedule has plagued Alaura Sharp’s Presbyterian women’s basketball program, which opened at Kentucky and took a 68-39 loss at Furman on Friday. The Blue Hose visit Western…
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Blue Hose Conquer VMI in Overtime
November 15, 2021
After giving Clemson a bit of a scare in the season opener, Presbyterian, behind Rayshon Harrison’s 32 points, defeated VMI at Templeton Center on Friday night by a score of…
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Blue Hose Decline Continues
November 15, 2021
Marist was the latest bearer of sad tidings to visit Bailey Memorial Stadium. The Red Foxes from Poughkeepsie, N.Y., handed the Blue Hose their 8th straight loss by a score…
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Dynamic clogging routine scores winning votes for new Miss Lander University
November 13, 2021
A 12-time national clogging champion who has appeared on NBC-TV’s America’s Got Talent is the new Miss Lander University. Anna Joy Hulsey, 19, of Gaffney, danced her way to the…
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I Am Lander: U.S. Army Capt. Marcus Brown takes love for Lander to Alaska post
November 13, 2021
“The soldier is the Army. No army is better than its soldiers. The soldier is also a citizen. In fact, the highest obligation and privilege of citizenship is that of…
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Red Devils Roll Dice and Advance
November 13, 2021
Clinton, trailing by two touchdowns in the 1st half, came off the deck to upend Lower Richland and advance to the Upstate football semifinals in Class 3A with a 48-34…
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AG Alan Wilson’s statement on Court’s stay of private employer vaccine mandate
November 13, 2021
November 12, 2021 (COLUMBIA, S.C.) – Today, the 5th Circuit Court of Appeals blocked OSHA from enforcing a vaccine mandate for private employers with 100 or more employees until the Court…
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Hello Weekend!
November 10, 2021
What are your plans for the weekend? Here’s what we know is happening. Thursday, November 11th: Live Music with Tanner Burch at Palmetto Brothers Dispensary (7-9 pm) Friday, November 12th:…
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Partnership with Laurens District 55 High School Facilitates EMT Certification
November 10, 2021
Before there were public rumblings about a shortage of Emergency Medical Technicians (EMT), Laurens County School District 55 Superintendent Dr. Ameca Thomas was reaching out to potential partners to help…
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Gov. Henry McMaster Requests Investigation into Obscene Materials in Public School Libraries
November 10, 2021
Requests State Law Enforcement Division Evaluation Governor Henry McMaster has requested that S.C. Superintendent of Education Molly Spearman immediately begin a comprehensive investigation into the presence of obscene and pornographic…
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Laurens County Manufacturing Job Fair Scheduled for November 18th
November 10, 2021
The Laurens County Manufacturing Job Fair will be held next Thursday, November 18th from 4PM-7PM at Piedmont Technical College CAMCenter (109 Innovation Drive, Laurens, SC). Those seeking employment can prepare…
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PC Choir, Orchestra and Wind Ensembles to Present
November 10, 2021
You know the holiday season is near when Presbyterian College announces their annual Christmas program. This year, the Department of Music at Presbyterian College will present “Together for Christmas” on…
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LushAcres Closes Out Fall and Prepares for the Holiday Season
November 10, 2021
After a success Fall Festival with more than 1,500 people visiting LushAcres the farm is gearing up for the holidays. New winter hours began on November 9th: Tuesday – 12:00…
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CHS Competitive Cheer Team is Going to State Championship
November 10, 2021
The CHS Competitive Cheer team qualified for the AAA State Championship on Tuesday, Nov. 9. The Red Devils will travel to Columbia on Nov. 20, to compete in the state…
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AG Wilson, other states and several businesses, start court proceedings against OSHA vaccine mandate
November 10, 2021
November 5, 2021 (COLUMBIA, S.C) – South Carolina Attorney General Alan Wilson, along with several other states and businesses, today filed the paperwork to begin court proceedings against OSHA’s…
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Attorney General Alan Wilson joins coalition supporting Bankruptcy Venue Reform Act
November 10, 2021
Attorney General Alan Wilson has co-sponsored a letter to Congress signed by 43 attorneys general in support of the Bankruptcy Venue Reform Act of 2021. The bipartisan legislation would end…
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Clinton Elementary School in Laurens 56 identified as a U.S. News Best Elementary School
November 10, 2021
Clinton Elementary has been identified as a U.S. News Best Elementary School. This honor is a result of the school ranking in the top 30% of elementary schools in the…
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Clinton Girls Compete in the State Singles Tournament in Florence
November 10, 2021
At the end of each tennis season, the South Carolina High School League hosts a singles tournament for the top girls across the state. Players qualify for the “invitation only”…
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City of Laurens to Host Veterans Day Celebration
November 8, 2021
Veterans Day is observed annually on November 11th every year as a tribute to military veterans who have served in the U.S. Armed Forces. This year the city of Laurens…
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Gov. Henry McMaster Bans Vaccine Mandates at Cabinet Agencies, Requires State Agencies to Cooperate with Ongoing and Anticipated Litigation Related to Federal Vaccine Mandates
November 8, 2021
COLUMBIA, S.C. – Governor Henry McMaster issued Executive Order 2021-38, which prohibits all state agencies in his cabinet from requiring employees to receive the COVID-19 vaccine. The prohibition applies to the 19…
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Laurens County Council Special Called Meeting Tuesday November 9th
November 8, 2021
The Laurens County Council will meet in a special called executive session on Tuesday, November 9th. The meeting will be held in the Hillcrest Square Administrative office at 2:15 pm.
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Red Devils Score Most Points … Ever
November 8, 2021
Clinton High’s football team scored more points in a game than any team in the school’s history. And it was in the Class 3A playoffs, and the Red Devils played…
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Blue Hose Women Enter Season with High Aspirations
November 8, 2021
Presbyterian College women’s basketball coach Alaura Sharp has four starters back and no shortage of optimism as the Blue Hose attempt to improve on last season’s 11-10 record. Sharp’s teams…
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Laurens Destroys Easley in 1st Round of 4A Playoffs
November 8, 2021
The fact that Easley was seeded higher made no appreciable difference to the Laurens Raiders, who hammered the Green Wave, 56-13, on Friday night in Easley. Quarterback James Rawl threw…
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Blue Hose Come a Little Bit Closer
November 8, 2021
Jalen Jones set a pair of school records, but Valparaiso managed to keep Presbyterian at bay in a 65-55 victory on the Beacons’ home turf on Saturday. The Blue Hose…
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South Carolina Recognized as Leader in K-12 Computer Science Education
November 7, 2021
On November 3, Code.org and its partners released the 2021 State of Computer Science Education: Accelerating Action Through Advocacy. Published annually, the report provides the most comprehensive analysis of national progress…
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United Way of Laurens County to Hold Youth Volunteer Rally
November 7, 2021
On Sunday, November 14, 2021, at 3:00PM, there will be a Youth Volunteer Rally on the Public Square in Laurens (rain location at the picnic shelter at Little River Park)…
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Lander University will hold annual Tree Lighting celebration to kick off holiday season
November 7, 2021
Lander University invites the Lakelands community to join students, faculty and staff on campus for the University’s annual Holiday Tree Lighting celebration. The festivities will take place on Tuesday, Nov.…
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Clinton YMCA Youth Basketball
November 4, 2021
Clinton YMCA Basketball Registrations for basketball are being taken for the following age groups: (Age as of Dec. 1, 2021) Basics: 5-6 Mini-Mite: 7-8 Jr.Mite: 9-10 Mite: 11-12 All age…
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Clerk to County Council, Betty Walsh, Retires after Decades of Service
November 3, 2021
In a place where change is commonplace, Betty Walsh has been a source of consistency and familiarity. Walsh has served as the Clerk to County Council for Laurens County since…
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Signature New Year’s Eve Event Coming to Laurens
November 3, 2021
The holiday season isn’t over until we “ring in the new year” and now for the first time there is a local option to celebrate in style. The Laurens County…
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Hello Weekend – What will you do this weekend?
November 3, 2021
There is a crispness in the air and another weekend is almost here. Lots to do in Laurens County – here’s what we know. Lush Acres Fall Festival and Corn…
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Lander Students Help With Empty Bowls Fundraiser
November 3, 2021
Lander University students Veronica Orndoff, left, of Greenwood, and Brantlee Collins, of Chapin are shown outside Greenwood’s United Center for Community Care, where they assisted with the annual Empty Bowls…
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Former U.S. Congressman to Discuss Climate Change at PC on Nov. 10
November 3, 2021
Former United States Congressman and staunch conservative will discuss free enterprise solutions to climate change during a Nov. 10 event at Presbyterian College. Bob Inglis, the executive director of republicEn.org,…
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Laurens Police Department Christmas in the City Applications Available Nov. 8th
November 3, 2021
The Laurens Police Department wants to help make Christmas happen for those in need. Beginning November 8th they will be accepting applications. Those interested in applying can pick up an…
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CHS Girls Tennis Fall to Chapman in Upper State Match
November 2, 2021
The CHS Girls Tennis Team had an amazing season, which culminated in their re-match of conference rival, Chapman. Chapman is the only team to beat the Red Devils this season,…
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Mural Brings Laurel Street in Laurens to Life
November 2, 2021
Another area of downtown Laurens comes to life with the large mural commissioned by Main Street Laurens and painted on the back of the Verdin’s Too building. “Main Street Laurens…
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Calling All Runners – CHS to Host Turkey Trot
November 2, 2021
Clinton High School will host the CHS Turkey Trot on November 20th. Local runners and walkers are welcome to participate in the in-person event. The 5k/ 1 mile run (or…
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SC Veterans Virtual Career Fair Scheduled for November 9th
November 2, 2021
Governor Henry McMaster, the South Carolina Department of Administration (Admin) and the South Carolina Department of Veterans’ Affairs (SCDVA) encourage all South Carolina veterans looking to continue a career of…
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CHS Girls Tennis Team to Compete in Upper State Championship Tonight
November 2, 2021
The CHS Girls Tennis Team will compete in the Upper State Championship tonight after easing through their playoff draw thus far. They beat Berea in round 1, 6-0. They beat…
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